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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Review: Is It Worth the INR 79,999 Price Tag?

Waquar Haider — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:43:28 +0000

Samsung has expanded its flagship lineup in India with the new Galaxy S26 FE. The phone features a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Samsung has added the Galaxy S26 FE to its latest smartphone lineup in India. It comes with a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen that supports a 120Hz refresh rate.

Oppo K14 Lite With 7,000mAh Battery, 6.75-Inch Display Launched in India: Price, Features Inside

Waquar Haider — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:35:24 +0000

The smartphone comes in two colour options and features a 6.75-inch 120Hz display. It is powered by the Unisoc T7250 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and a 7,000mAh battery. Oppo’s new smartphone is offered in two colours and packs a 6.75-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It gets a Unisoc T7250 processor, 4GB RAM and a 7,000mAh battery.

OnePlus N6 Lite India Launch Date Confirmed: Check Expected Price, Specs And More Here

Waquar Haider — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:16:23 +0000

OnePlus has confirmed the India launch of the N6 Lite next week. The company has revealed its battery, display and durability details, while pricing and offers will be announced at launch. The OnePlus N6 Lite is set to launch in India next week with key specifications already revealed. Pricing and launch offers will be disclosed on the launch day.

Android Users on Alert: CERT-In Flags Critical Vulnerabilities Affecting Millions of Phones

Waquar Haider — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:41:05 +0000

CERT-In has identified security vulnerabilities across multiple Android versions. The flaws also affect several core components of the operating system. Several Android versions have been found to contain vulnerabilities, according to CERT-In. The reported issues span multiple system components as well.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra May Get Costlier in India Soon, Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra Could Follow

Waquar Haider — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:44:59 +0000

The Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at INR 1,39,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant. The 12GB + 512GB model costs INR 1,59,999. The base Galaxy S26 Ultra with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at INR 1,39,999. Meanwhile, the 12GB + 512GB version costs INR 1,59,999.

Oppo Teases New Smartphone In India, Could Be F35 Pro With 10,000mAh Battery

Waquar Haider — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:33:40 +0000

Oppo appears to be gearing up to launch another smartphone in India. The company has started teasing the upcoming handset. Earlier reports indicated that Oppo is preparing to introduce a new F-series smartphone in India, with the F35 Pro expected to be among the upcoming models. However, the company has yet to confirm whether the teased handset is indeed the F35 Pro.

Vivo T5 5G With 7,050mAh Battery, 6.83-Inch 3D Curved Display Launched in India: Check Price, Key Specs Here

Waquar Haider — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:27:59 +0000

The Vivo T5 5G will go on sale in India from September 9 through Flipkart. It will be available in two colour options: Royal Bronze and Silver Green. The Vivo T5 5G is equipped with a 7,050mAh battery and supports 44W wired fast charging. Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, NavIC and QZSS.

Samsung Galaxy S27 Series Bags Key Certification, January Debut Expected: Details Inside

Waquar Haider — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:37:21 +0000

The Galaxy S27 series has appeared on China’s 3C certification platform ahead of its expected launch. The listing reveals charging details for two models and hints at their possible launch timeline. Samsung appears set to continue its established charging strategy with the upcoming Galaxy S27 series. Since the Galaxy S20 launched in 2020, the standard Galaxy S models have supported 25W wired charging.

Lost Your Passport or Keys? Google’s New Android Feature Can Remember Where You Put Them

Priya Singh — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:01:33 +0000

Google’s September 2026 Android Drop adds Find Hub “Remembered,” allowing Android 16 users to save and retrieve the location of important items with Gemini. Google’s September 2026 Android Drop lets Gemini remember where you keep important items through the new Find Hub “Remembered” feature.

Poco F9 Ultra And F9 Pro With 200MP Camera Launched: Check Price And Key Features Here

Waquar Haider — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:53:25 +0000

Both phones are powered by different Snapdragon 8-series chipsets and feature triple rear-camera setups led by a 200-megapixel primary sensor. They also sport AMOLED displays with refresh rates of up to 185Hz. The Poco F9 Ultra starts at $799 (around INR 76,000) for 12GB+256GB. The 16GB+512GB and 16GB+1TB variants cost $949 (INR 90,000) and $1,199 (INR 1.14 lakh), respectively.

OnePlus 16 Leak Hints At Custom BOE Screen And Bigger Camera Upgrade: Details Inside

Waquar Haider — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:38:00 +0000

The OnePlus 16 is expected to debut in China as the brand’s next flagship smartphone, replacing the OnePlus 15. OnePlus has been dropping teasers for the upcoming handset since late July. The OnePlus 16 is expected to retain a triple-camera setup on the rear, similar to the OnePlus 15. However, the new flagship is reportedly set to receive significant upgrades to its camera hardware.

Malicious Porn Apps Targeting Android Users: MHA Reveals How The Scam Works

Waquar Haider — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:17:54 +0000

The Ministry said these apps are being promoted mainly through Facebook and Instagram ads. They use names such as Night Play, Reloop, Kyss, Vimo, Rivo, Nexo and Vixa. The Ministry urged users to download apps only from the Google Play Store or trusted app stores. It also warned against APK files from ads or unknown websites and granting Accessibility access to untrusted apps.

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE With Exynos 2500 Chipset Launched: Is It Worth Buying?

Waquar Haider — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:18:10 +0000

Samsung has expanded its Galaxy S26 lineup with the launch of the new Galaxy S26 FE. The latest Fan Edition smartphone has initially been introduced in select international markets. Samsung has fitted the Galaxy S26 FE with a triple-camera setup at the rear, headlined by a 50-megapixel main sensor. For selfies and video calls, the smartphone gets a 12-megapixel camera on the front.

Google Pixel 11 Review: A Compact Phone With a Lot to Offer

Waquar Haider — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:50:10 +0000

We spent a week with the Pixel 11 as our everyday smartphone to see how it fares in real-world use. Here’s what we found about its design, display, cameras, performance and battery life after seven days. Google’s Pixel 11 brings a range of useful AI features, but its hardware has a few limitations. We spent a week with the phone to find out how it performs in everyday use and whether it lives up to expectations.

Nothing OS 5.0 Update Release Timeline: Check When Your Phone Will Get It

Waquar Haider — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:35:49 +0000

Nothing has unveiled Nothing OS 5.0, the latest iteration of its Android-based software, built on Android 17. The new version introduces a refreshed interface, performance enhancements and more extensive AI capabilities. The Nothing Phone (1), Phone (2) and CMF Phone 1 will not receive the Nothing OS 5.0 update. Meanwhile, the Open Beta programme will not be available for the Phone (3a) Lite or CMF Phone 2 Pro.

Lava Bold N4 Lite Launched in India With Android 16 Go, 5,000mAh Battery: Details Inside

Waquar Haider — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:02:01 +0000

The Lava Bold N4 Lite is priced at INR 8,099 for the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage variant. Under the introductory offer, buyers can purchase the smartphone for INR 7,999. The Lava Bold N4 Lite features a 6.56-inch display and is powered by a Unisoc 9863A processor. It comes with 3GB of RAM, with an additional 3GB available through virtual memory, while its 32GB built-in storage can be expanded up to 64GB.

Boltt Ace 5G And Evo Launched With 6.79-Inch Display: Can They Shake Up The Budget Segment?

Waquar Haider — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:22:10 +0000

The Boltt Ace 5G and Evo support dual SIM connectivity and run Android 16 out of the box. Both feature a 6.79-inch HD+ LCD display with a 720 x 1,640-pixel resolution, up to a 120Hz refresh rate and 600 nits of peak brightness. Both smartphones are powered by Unisoc chipsets and feature a large 6.79-inch HD+ LCD display. They also pack 6,000mAh batteries and come with dual rear cameras housed in a square-shaped module.

Poco M8x 5G Arrives at INR 20,999 With 50MP Camera and 7,900mAh Battery: Is It Worth Buying?

Waquar Haider — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:47:36 +0000

The Poco M8x 5G is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 octa-core processor, which is manufactured using a 4nm process. Poco claims the chipset improves app launch speeds by up to 43 percent, allowing applications to open more quickly. The Poco M8x 5G gets a 50MP primary camera with 2x digital zoom, paired with a 2MP macro sensor. It also features an 8MP selfie camera and supports video recording up to 1080p.

New SIM Card Rules Explained: How To Check All Mobile Numbers Issued in Your Name

Priya Singh — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:53:08 +0000

New SIM card rules from August 24 will limit the number of mobile connections issued in your name; here’s how to check registered SIMs. New SIM card rules take effect in India from August 24, limiting the number of connections that can be registered in one person’s name.

Nothing OS 5.0 With Android 17 Arriving Next Week: Expected Features, Changes And More

Waquar Haider — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:42:30 +0000

Nothing has announced that it will unveil its next-generation Nothing OS 5.0 software update next week. The upcoming operating system is expected to be built on Android 17, Google’s latest Android release introduced earlier this year. Several smartphone manufacturers, including Motorola, Oppo and Vivo, have already introduced their Android 17 beta programmes for developers. Nothing is also expected to launch its own Nothing OS 5.0 beta programme soon, with the initial test build likely to follow shortly after.

Google Pixel 11: Every rumor, leak, and teaser before Made By Google

Alex Perry — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0000

What's up with Google's next batch of flagships?

Samsung just announced a bunch of fancy new phones, but don't relax just yet. Google has a big product launch just around the corner too, and we're keeping a close eye on the latest Pixel 11 leaks, rumors, and official …

Planning to Switch From iPhone? Android 17 Now Makes Data Transfer Effortless

Priya Singh — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:18:47 +0000

Google's Android 17 adds a built-in wireless migration tool for seamless iPhone-to-Android data transfer without third-party apps. Android 17 introduces a native wireless migration feature that simplifies data transfer from iPhone to Android.

Google Is Changing Android Backups: Your Google Storage Could Fill Up Faster

Priya Singh — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:03 +0000

Google has started notifying users that Android backups will soon count toward Google Account storage, with the change taking effect in 45 days. Google is informing Android users that backup data will soon count toward their Google Account storage limit.

Google officially launches Android 17

Matt Binder — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:21:16 +0000

Also released: a new Pixel Drop, and Wear OS 7.

Android 17, Google's latest model of mobile operating system, is officially available — at least for owners of Pixel phones.

Google also released a new Pixel Drop and the latest operating system for its smartwatches, Wear OS 7. There's a lot …

Parental Controls Arrive On All Android Devices

Rebecca Ruiz — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:45:38 +0000

Just in time for summer break.

With summer screen time in full swing, Google has announced Android parental controls are now available on all Android devices.

These on-device settings first launched on the Pixel in late 2025. Now any Android device updated with Android 17 will have them too.

The controls allow parents to set …

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide: Everything We Know

Mashable India — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:22:33 +0000

Leaks and rumors are revealing Samsung’s next foldable.

WhatsApp Update Alert: Older iPhone Owners May Need to Act Soon

Priya Singh — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:12:25 +0000

WhatsApp will stop supporting iPhones running iOS versions older than 15.5 from November 30, 2026, requiring some users to update their devices. WhatsApp will require iPhones to run iOS 15.5 or later from November 30, 2026, forcing some older devices to update their software.

Netflix Refreshes Mobile Experience, Reveals Big Plans for Kids' Games

Priya Singh — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:48:39 +0000

Netflix is expanding its revamped mobile experience while introducing new gaming initiatives for kids and families. Netflix has unveiled a revamped mobile experience, smarter content discovery tools, and new family-focused gaming features for APAC users.

WhatsApp Finally Lets Users Hide Phone Numbers With New Username Feature: How To Set It Up Now

Priya Singh — Tue, 26 May 2026 06:08:19 +0000

WhatsApp adds major privacy feature WhatsApp is introducing optional usernames, allowing users to chat without revealing their phone numbers.

We Still Don't Have A Price Or Release Date On Android XR Glasses

Mashable India — Wed, 20 May 2026 19:12:31 +0000

Google showed the future, but left key details out.

See the Google 3D emojis planned for Pixel, Android 17

Matt Binder — Fri, 15 May 2026 19:27:42 +0000

Google has given nearly 4,000 emojis a 3D redesign.

Emoji-obsessed Android users, get ready for Noto 3D emojis to take over your text messages, posts, and more.

This week, Google announced a design overhaul to the nearly 4,000 unique emojis, which will soon be available on Android devices running the yet-to-be-released Android 17. According to Google, …

Here's a list of every Android device that has or will soon get AirDrop

Matt Binder — Thu, 14 May 2026 15:58:44 +0000

Google has rolled out AirDrop to even more Android smartphones. Is your Android phone on the list?

Apple AirDrop enables users to quickly share photos, videos, and other files to nearby users. Android has Quick Share to provide similar functionality to its users.

Last year, Google announced during the Pixel 10 series launch that its latest Android smartphones would be able to work with AirDrop through Quick Share. …

The biggest announcements from The Android Show: I/O Edition — Android 17 news, Google AI laptops

Alex Perry — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:27:46 +0000

Google's got some new AI features and even a new laptop brand to show off.

Google I/O 2026 takes place on May 19, but today, Google hosted a livestreamed warm-up event called The Android Show: I/O Edition. As you might have guessed, it's mostly focused on Android news.

In the past, Google I/O was focused on new Android developments. Now, …

What To Expect From Google I/O 2026

Chance Townsend — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

As always, the event will be heavy on the AI.

Google I/O 2026 kicks off May 19, and if the past few years are any indication, AI is going to be the main attraction. The two-day event will be livestreamed and is expected to cover updates across Gemini, Android, Chrome, and more — with keynotes, demos, and what Google …

WhatsApp Support Ending Soon For These Older Android Phones: Is Your Device On The List?

Priya Singh — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:18:34 +0000

WhatsApp alerts users on update WhatsApp alerts users as older Android devices face support cutoff by September 2026.

Google Wallet Now Lets You Track Flights From Your Lock Screen; How To Try It

Alex Perry — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:19:15 +0000

You barely have to do anything at all.

Google just made life a tiny bit easier for Android users who love to travel.

9to5google spotted a new lock screen widget for Android 16 that gives you persistent progress updates on your flights. It's very simple and straightforward: It shows your departing airport, your destination …

Dear Google, Fix Google Home, Now

Mashable India — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:44:28 +0000

What happened to Google’s smart home setup? It’s not looking good.

Is Your Phone Gross? Watch This.

Mashable India — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:32:29 +0000

Iyaz explains how to safely de-grime and disinfect your phone and earbuds. The cleaning does not stop there; it’s time to get rid of some apps. We show you Android’s and iOS’s built-in tools that help you make the tough choices.

AirDrop on Pixel: Every Google smartphone that supports the Apple feature

Alex Perry — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:10:10 +0000

Sharing is easy on these Pixel phones.

You might not know this, but AirDrop isn't exclusive to Apple devices.

So, if you've grown tired of hearing your Apple friends say, "Just AirDrop it to me," there may be a solution.

The over-the-air file sharing feature is synonymous with iPhones (as well as iPads and Mac …

YouTube May Finally Work With Android Auto For Background Audio Playback

Priya Singh — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:57:11 +0000

YouTube may add in-car controls! YouTube may be adding basic Android Auto support for background audio playback.