Author: Yug Saraf

OPPO has launched the Find X10 series in India, comprising the Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max. In these flagship smartphones, you can see an upgrade in camera performance, battery life and hardware.  OPPO Find X10 Series Price and Availability The OPPO Find X10 starts at Rs 1,39,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The 12GB + 512GB model costs Rs 1,69,999. Meanwhile, the Find X10 Pro Max is priced at Rs 1,99,999 for its 12GB + 512GB configuration. Both smartphones will go on sale in India from October 29, 2026. Also Read: OPPO F35 Pro 5G…

BenQ ZOWIE will host the LAN Finals of the eXTREMESLAND CS Asia Open 2026 South Asia Qualifier at Elysium X Gaming Café in Bengaluru on October 25 and 26. The qualifier will bring together teams from across South Asia, marking the first time the competition has been open to the region this year. The tournament features a US$1,500 prize pool, with three teams set to compete for a place at the international Grand Finals in Shanghai in December. India’s Diamond Dogs and FIREDUP Gaming will face Bangladesh’s Red ViperZ Gaming in the LAN Finals. Also Read: BenQ PD2732U 27-inch Monitor…

Infinix has announced that its GT 50 Pro gaming smartphone and accompanying accessories will launch in India on October 27. The bundle will include the GT NX Controller, GT NX Station, and GT MagCharge Cooler 2.0, letting users play games on the phone, enjoy compatible two-player games, and connect the device to a TV or monitor. The GT 50 Pro will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate processor and feature a 6.78-inch-class 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It will also include pressure-sensitive GT Trigger 2.0 shoulder buttons, HydroFlow liquid cooling technology and a 6,500mAh battery.…

I’ve been following the reveals, trailers and release announcements all year, and it’s hard not to come away thinking that 2026 has been an absolutely stacked year for games. There’s been a constant stream of big releases, long-awaited sequels and completely new games fighting for attention. And then there’s Grand Theft Auto VI. Rockstar’s November 19 release date has become such a huge presence on the calendar that it has affected what gets released around it. Several publishers have moved major games out of the crowded holiday window, with some now releasing in early 2027 instead. That has made the…

Instagram is bringing back its Rings awards for 2026 to recognise creators who push creative boundaries and influence culture. The initiative focuses on originality and creative expression rather than follower counts or viral content. This year’s judging panel includes rapper A$AP Rocky, musician FINNEAS, fashion designer Donatella Versace, filmmaker Chloé Zhao, skier Mikaela Shiffrin, Instagram head Adam Mosseri and Indian chef Vikas Khanna. The panel also features designers, artists and other creative professionals from different industries. The 2026 physical award has been redesigned by fashion designer Emily Adams Bode Aujla. It features a four-leaf clover carved from Connemara marble, drawing…

NVIDIA has announced the global availability of its new RTX Spark laptops, featuring powerful AI computing and Blackwell RTX graphics and gaming capabilities. The laptops are now available from ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft and MSI, with prices starting at $2,599 (approximately ₹2.3 lakh, before taxes and other charges). The new RTX Spark platform combines an NVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU and a Grace CPU in a single chip. It offers up to 128GB of unified memory and up to one petaflop of FP4 AI performance. According to NVIDIA, this will allow users to run large AI models locally, work on…

JioHotstar is expanding its international presence by entering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region through a partnership with STARZPLAY. Announced on October 6, 2026, the expansion follows the streaming platform’s launches in the UK, Canada, and Singapore. Instead of launching a standalone service, JioHotstar will be available as a dedicated streaming destination within the STARZPLAY app and website. The partnership will bring a wide selection of Indian entertainment to viewers across the region. The catalogue will include JioHotstar Originals, blockbuster films, television shows from JioStar channels and popular reality programmes. Viewers can look forward to shows such as…

boAt is expanding into Sri Lanka and Bhutan as it looks to strengthen its international presence. This comes after a strong FY26, during which the company’s international revenue more than doubled. The company will enter both markets with personal audio products, smartwatches and charging solutions. boAt also plans to adapt its product range based on local consumer preferences and market demand. Their boAt 2.0 strategy aims to transform the company from a personal audio brand into a broader consumer technology business. While audio remains its core category, wearables and charging solutions are becoming lucrative contributors to its business. In FY26,…

Defying gravity and smoky launches, Tesla’s next-generation Roadster just took things to another level by driving upside down, launching into the air, and flipping mid-air. The car actually did a kickflip. And the technology behind it is pretty clever. Showcased at a live demonstration in Texas, the electric sports car combines a fan-powered suction system with SpaceX-inspired cold-gas thrusters. Together, these technologies make the Roadster look more like a sci-fi movie car rather than a conventional EV. How Does the Roadster Drive Upside Down? Fans in the rear diffuser pull air out from under the car. This presses the car…

OnePlus has announced festive offers across its smartphones, tablets and audio products in India. The offers include price cuts and instant bank discounts on select models, lowering effective prices across multiple product categories. The OnePlus 15 (12GB + 256GB) is available at a festive price of ₹84,999, down from its regular price of ₹85,999. With an instant bank discount of up to ₹3,000, the effective price drops to ₹81,999. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 15R (12GB + 256GB) is available for ₹56,999, compared to its regular price of ₹59,999. Buyers can get an additional bank discount of up to ₹2,000, bringing the…

Apple has announced a new lineup of smart home products, including the all-new Apple HomeView, HomePod mini 2, the latest Apple TV 4K and a collection of connected home accessories. The products incorporate Siri AI, entertainment and home automation in one system. With these launches, Apple is looking to make its smart home ecosystem more connected and easier to manage. Apple HomeView The biggest announcement is Apple HomeView, the company’s new smart home display. It features a 7-inch Liquid Retina display and combines entertainment, communication and home controls in one device. Users can play music, make FaceTime calls, check reminders…

Getty Images, one of the world’s largest providers of stock photography and editorial images, is preparing to file for bankruptcy as part of a major financial restructuring. The company has reached an agreement with its major creditors and investors to reduce its debt, secure fresh funding and return to private ownership. The restructuring is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. Announced on October 12, the deal includes an equity investment of up to $533 million from affiliates of the Getty family and Koch Equity Development, along with changes to the company’s existing debt. Getty says the move…

Nothing has started the general rollout of Nothing OS 5.0, its biggest software update yet. Built on Android 17, the update brings over 80 changes across design, personalisation, performance and AI features. The rollout begins with the Nothing Phone (3), with more Nothing and CMF smartphones set to receive it over the coming months. The update introduces a redesigned Home Screen with transparent widget details and adaptive colours based on the user’s wallpaper. It also adds a new Micrographics clock face to the Lock Screen, displaying the date, time, weather and upcoming meetings at a glance. Meanwhile, further improvements to…

HP India has announced festive offers on its latest OmniBook AI laptops, Omen and Victus gaming laptops, and Smart Tank printers. The deals are available at HP World stores, authorised offline retailers, and the HP Online Store until November 10, 2026. HP OmniBook Offers The OmniBook Ultra and OmniBook X come with bank cashback of up to Rs 18,000 and exchange benefits of up to Rs 20,000 and Rs 15,000, respectively. Buyers can also purchase a Da Milano combo worth Rs 10,999 for Rs 499. The OmniBook 7, 5, and 3 series offer bank cashback of up to Rs 12,000,…

I’ve been using the OPPO F35 Pro 5G for a little over a week now, testing the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant in Wave Blue. The launch also marks a decade of OPPO’s F Series in India, which first arrived with the OPPO F1 in 2016. From everyday browsing and gaming to photography and video streaming, I’ve put the F35 Pro through the usual routine to see how it holds up. With its eye-catching design and a few notable hardware upgrades over its predecessor, here’s how it fared in my day-to-day use. Design The OPPO F35 Pro 5G looks…

HAMMER has launched the Drop Sunrise, a compact 5W RMS portable Bluetooth speaker designed for everyday listening. The speaker features Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity, up to 32 hours of battery life and multiple playback options. It is made in India and comes in Elegant Beige with a rounded design. The HAMMER Drop Sunrise features a 52mm full-range driver with a 5W RMS output. Its compact size makes it suitable for desks, bedside tables and other small spaces. Its gradient finish transitions from beige to soft yellow, giving the speaker a distinct look. The speaker uses Bluetooth 6.0 for wireless connectivity and…

Dell Technologies has launched two new rugged laptops in India, the Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme and Dell Pro Rugged 14. Designed for professionals working in challenging environments, the laptops focus on durability, performance and reliable connectivity. They are aimed at sectors such as public safety, manufacturing, transportation, oil and gas, utilities and local government. Both laptops are powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors. They also support Wi-Fi 7, optional 5G connectivity, and GPS for location tracking in remote areas. Their hot-swappable batteries also let users replace batteries without interrupting work. Dell Pro Rugged 13 Extreme The Dell…

Samsung has announced Samsung Week 2026 in India, offering discounts across smartphones, tablets, laptops, TVs, appliances, monitors and accessories. The sale is now live on Samsung.com, the Samsung Shop App and Samsung Exclusive Stores. Galaxy smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26, are available with up to 34% off. Customers can also get bank discounts of up to ₹10,000 and multi-buy benefits of up to ₹9,500. Select Galaxy tablets, wearables, and accessories are available at up to 60% off, while the latest Galaxy Book6 series offers discounts of…

Air India and Tata Communications have launched EasyRoam, an Air India-branded travel SIM that provides international roaming services to passengers. The service is available as both a physical SIM and an eSIM through a dedicated Air India webpage. International roaming across 30 countries At launch, EasyRoam will be available across 30 countries in North America, Europe, the UK, Australia, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. The SIM is currently free, although customers will need to pay for roaming packs. These plans start at INR 241, excluding taxes, with pricing depending on the destination and selected plan. In addition, customers who…

Lenovo has launched the new ThinkBook 14x in India, targeting professionals and students who need a lightweight laptop for hybrid work and learning. Weighing under 990 grams and measuring 12.9 mm thin, the laptop features an all-aluminium chassis while also offering AI-powered performance through Intel Core Ultra processors. Display and features The ThinkBook 14x comes with a 14-inch 2.8K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It offers up to 500 nits of peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 and sRGB colour coverage, and a 16:10 aspect ratio. Additionally, Eyesafe Certified 2.0 protection helps reduce blue-light exposure. The laptop also includes a…

Samsung has announced the availability of its new Galaxy Tab S12 series in India. The lineup includes the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+, both designed for productivity, entertainment, and everyday use. The tablets combine high-end hardware with Galaxy AI features and a slim design, and they come in Grey and Silver. Display The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra features a 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, while the Tab S12+ has a 12.6-inch panel. Both displays offer peak brightness of up to 1600 nits. For multitasking, both tablets support a three-way split-screen layout through Multi Window. As a result,…

Mercedes-Benz has introduced the Mercedes-Maybach S 580e in India. It is the brand’s first plug-in hybrid Mercedes-Maybach in the country. The luxury limousine combines Maybach’s focus on craftsmanship with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. It also brings several updates to the latest Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, including a more distinctive exterior, a more refined cabin and new digital technology.  Exterior The S 580e keeps the long proportions that have become a key part of the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class. The Maybach treatment, however, gives it a more distinctive identity. The front features the brand’s signature grille with vertical slats, plus illuminated elements that make the…

boAt has expanded its charging portfolio with the launch of the Apex Powerbank Series in India. The new range includes four models designed for different charging needs. These include everyday top-ups, travel and high-capacity backup. The new series includes the Apex PB400, Apex PB400 Pro, Apex PB445 and Apex PB332 MagnaCharge. Each model focuses on a different type of user. The range also brings features such as fast charging, multiple outputs and built-in cables. The Apex PB445 sits at the top of the new range. It comes with a 20,000mAh battery and supports 45W two-way Turbo Fast Charging. It also…

Adobe is offering students in India a free year of Photoshop. The offer comes through Adobe’s official website and targets eligible college students during the festive season. The first 12 months of the subscription cost nothing. Students still pay a token ₹2 at sign-up. That payment sets up a UPI AutoPay, once it goes through, the free 12-month subscription activates on the student’s account. This offer is separate from Adobe’s earlier student programme. In February, Adobe announced free access to Photoshop, Acrobat and Firefly through accredited higher education institutions in India. That programme works through colleges. The new offer is…

Royal Enfield reports sales of 1,33,958 motorcycles in September 2026. The company says this is its best monthly figure ever. It also marks 8% growth over September 2025, when it sold 1,24,328 units. Domestic sales drove most of the volume. Royal Enfield sold 1,21,326 bikes in India, up 7% from 1,13,573 a year ago. Exports grew faster. They rose 17% to 12,632 units, compared with 10,755 last year. Year-to-date sales are equally strong. Royal Enfield has sold 7,09,096 motorcycles so far this financial year. That is a 20% jump from 5,91,903 units in the same period last year. Domestic sales…

Oxford University Press (OUP) India has partnered with Canva. The two companies aim to bring design and digital creativity into computer science classes. The partnership centres on OUP’s revised Keyboard series. Schools that adopt the series will get free access to Canva Education. Teachers and students can then use Canva’s design tools in class. Canva-based projects will also appear in Keyboard and in OUP’s other computer science series, Reboot!, for Grades 3 to 8. Students will work with templates for presentations, logos, flyers, websites and social media content. OUP says these tasks help students apply lessons to real-world situations. Also…

Lumio has launched the Aura 5 in India. It is the brand’s first home audio product. The Aura 5 is a pair of active Hi-Fi bookshelf speakers. They work without an amplifier, a receiver or complicated wiring. The company is targeting buyers who want better sound than a soundbar or Bluetooth speaker gives. Lumio says those products trade fidelity for convenience. The Aura 5 aims to offer both.  Each cabinet uses real wood. Inside, Lumio has fitted a 4.5-inch aluminium woofer and a 1-inch silk dome tweeter. A front bass port supports low-end output. The pair delivers a true left-right…

OPPO has launched the K14 Plus in India. The phone is the newest addition to the company’s K Series. It starts at INR 29,999. The K14 Plus runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 MAX. This chipset uses a 4nm process. It has four Cortex-A78 cores at up to 2.5GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at up to 2.0GHz. Along with the CPU, it has an Arm Mali-G615 GPU. OPPO says the phone scored over 1 million on AnTuTu V12 on the 8GB+256GB variant. Battery life is a major focus here. The phone packs an 8000mAh battery, which is 1,000mAh more than…

Nuuk has launched the SĒRV MAX in India. The company calls it the country’s first 100% food-safe multi-cook kettle. It costs ₹2,699, and the price includes a SteamTray. The kettle uses a 700W EvenHeat G-Type coil which wraps around the entire base. Nuuk claims it covers 35% more surface area than a regular C-type element. As a result,  the kettle heats more evenly and avoids cold spots. The SĒRV MAX has a 1.3L capacity. It offers two heat levels and a SĒRV WARM mode. This mode keeps cooked food at 65°C until it is ready to serve. The SteamTray has…

Nothing has unveiled the Headphone (1) Pro. It is the brand’s flagship over-ear model and comes after several teasers. It targets buyers who want more control over their sound than the original Headphone (1).  Audio is the main upgrade. The Pro uses three drivers per side: a 40mm dynamic driver for bass, a precision dynamic driver for mids, and an xMEMS driver with a silicone diaphragm for treble. The headphones support Hi-Res Audio and codecs like AAC and LDAC.  The Pro also adds a physical Flat EQ switch. It turns off equaliser settings and spatial audio in the Nothing X…