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Will Tempered Glass Get Costlier? All About Government's New Screen Guard Rules
The latest rule aims to regulate key features of screen protectors like glass strength, thickness, adhesives, scratch resistance, and coatings.
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India to Enforce BIS Registration Rules for Smartphone Screen Protectors From April 2027
The Indian government has brought smartphone screen protectors under its compulsory registration framework, with the new requirement set to apply from April 1, 2027. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has specified IS 19348:2025 as the applicable Indian Standard. The standard covers glass quality, dimensions and strength, along ...
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CMF to Become Indian, Nothing’s Carl Pei Announces While Highlighting India’s ‘Inevitable’ Growth Potential
Nothing will soon spin off CMF as a standalone Indian firm, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder Carl Pei announced on Monday. However, after the restructuring, Nothing, the current parent company, will remain a stakeholder. CMF is already headquartered in India. It became an independent entity, registered and headquartered in the country earl...
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Carl Pei Bets On India To Build Next Global Smartphone Brand, Explains Why
India already has the huge market, manufacturing capacity and engineering talent. According to Pei, what's missing is a sufficiently large Indian-origin global consumer technology brand.
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iPhone 18 FOMO: How Celebrities And Influencers Are Fueling Impulse Spending
As consumers lined up for the iPhone 18 series, experts warned that gadget-related FOMO can trigger anxiety, impulsive spending, and poor financial decisions
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Best Gaming Phones Under Rs 75,000 in India: iQOO 15, OnePlus 15R and More
Several smartphones under Rs. 75,000 offer hardware suited to demanding mobile games, including high-end processors, fast displays and large batteries. The iQOO 15 and OnePlus 15R feature displays with refresh rates of up to 144Hz and 165Hz, respectively, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max adds 360Hz touch sampling. The Poco X8 Pro Max stands out with ...
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Nubia NaviX Ultra Key Features Confirmed Ahead of September 16 Launch
Nubia has outlined the key hardware and software features of the NaviX Ultra ahead of its September 16 debut. The handset will use a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and LPDDR5X memory supplied by CXMT, with speeds reaching 10,667Mbps. It will also carry a triple rear camera system, a 50-megapixel selfie camera and a system-level Doubao assistant. ...
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Best Gaming Phones Under Rs. 40,000: Redmi Turbo 5, Oppo K13 Turbo, Poco F7 and More
Despite the soaring prices of memory components that have ultimately increased smartphone rates, gaming smartphones are still pretty accessible to the masses. There are several options in the sub-Rs. 40,000 segment that offer powerful chipsets, high-refresh-rate displays, and dedicated cooling systems. This means you do not necessarily need to spen...
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Best Compact Smartphones in India: iPhone 17, Google Pixel 11, Vivo X300 FE and More
The compact smartphone segment has received several entries in 2026. This is great news for those who prefer a smaller phone but do not want to compromise too much on performance. While most manufacturers continue to favour large displays, phones such as the iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S26 and Google Pixel 11 retain relatively compact form factors wh...
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Motorola Wide Foldable Design Leaks With Horizontal Camera Module, Creaseless Display
Motorola’s reported wide foldable could use a different approach to the rear camera layout, with the module positioned horizontally near the centre of the back. Leaked sketches also show three rear cutouts, although their functions remain unclear. The device may feature cameras on both the inner and outer displays, along with a specially shaped f...
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Philips 5G Smartphone India Launch Date Confirmed: Here’s What We Know
Philips, a consumer electronics company, is set to launch its 5G phone in India soon. The brand has yet to confirm the official moniker, but it has now confirmed the launch date through a microsite on Amazon. The listing also reveals the design and key specifications of the upcoming handset. It is shown in three colour options and has a 64-megapixe...
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Smartphones Launching in September 2026: iPhone 18 Pro Lineup, iPhone Ultra, Poco F9 Series and More
September will bring a mix of flagship, foldable and budget smartphones, with launches spread across India, China and global markets. Vivo has two lineups in the pipeline, while Xiaomi and Apple are preparing major flagship releases. Redmi’s new Note models could reach Indian buyers after their international availability, and Poco is set to expan...
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Mivi First Smartphone Price in India Leaked Ahead of Upcoming Launch
Mivi’s first smartphone is expected to enter India’s sub-Rs. 15,000 segment with a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and 5G support. The handset has already appeared in a Flipkart teaser, which revealed a green colour option and a flat rear design. However, its name, launch date and most specifications remain unknown. Mivi is also reportedly strength...
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60Hz vs 90Hz vs 120Hz Displays Explained: Which Should You Choose?
Refresh rate determines how frequently a smartphone display can update its image, with 60Hz, 90Hz and 120Hz offering progressively smoother motion. The difference is most noticeable while scrolling, navigating apps and playing games that support higher frame rates. However, a higher refresh rate can also increase power consumption, while most video...
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Passenger Stunned By Delhi Cab Driver's Fluent English, Then Learns Why
A late-night cab ride took an unexpected turn for a management consultant when his driver began speaking fluent English into his phone.
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Will Tempered Glass Get Costlier? All About Government's New Screen Guard Rules
The latest rule aims to regulate key features of screen protectors like glass strength, thickness, adhesives, scratch resistance, and coatings.
-
India to Enforce BIS Registration Rules for Smartphone Screen Protectors From April 2027
The Indian government has brought smartphone screen protectors under its compulsory registration framework, with the new requirement set to apply from April 1, 2027. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has specified IS 19348:2025 as the applicable Indian Standard. The standard covers glass quality, dimensions and strength, along ...
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CMF to Become Indian, Nothing’s Carl Pei Announces While Highlighting India’s ‘Inevitable’ Growth Potential
Nothing will soon spin off CMF as a standalone Indian firm, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder Carl Pei announced on Monday. However, after the restructuring, Nothing, the current parent company, will remain a stakeholder. CMF is already headquartered in India. It became an independent entity, registered and headquartered in the country earl...
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Carl Pei Bets On India To Build Next Global Smartphone Brand, Explains Why
India already has the huge market, manufacturing capacity and engineering talent. According to Pei, what's missing is a sufficiently large Indian-origin global consumer technology brand.
-
iPhone 18 FOMO: How Celebrities And Influencers Are Fueling Impulse Spending
As consumers lined up for the iPhone 18 series, experts warned that gadget-related FOMO can trigger anxiety, impulsive spending, and poor financial decisions
-
Best Gaming Phones Under Rs 75,000 in India: iQOO 15, OnePlus 15R and More
Several smartphones under Rs. 75,000 offer hardware suited to demanding mobile games, including high-end processors, fast displays and large batteries. The iQOO 15 and OnePlus 15R feature displays with refresh rates of up to 144Hz and 165Hz, respectively, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max adds 360Hz touch sampling. The Poco X8 Pro Max stands out with ...
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Nubia NaviX Ultra Key Features Confirmed Ahead of September 16 Launch
Nubia has outlined the key hardware and software features of the NaviX Ultra ahead of its September 16 debut. The handset will use a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and LPDDR5X memory supplied by CXMT, with speeds reaching 10,667Mbps. It will also carry a triple rear camera system, a 50-megapixel selfie camera and a system-level Doubao assistant. ...
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Best Gaming Phones Under Rs. 40,000: Redmi Turbo 5, Oppo K13 Turbo, Poco F7 and More
Despite the soaring prices of memory components that have ultimately increased smartphone rates, gaming smartphones are still pretty accessible to the masses. There are several options in the sub-Rs. 40,000 segment that offer powerful chipsets, high-refresh-rate displays, and dedicated cooling systems. This means you do not necessarily need to spen...
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Best Compact Smartphones in India: iPhone 17, Google Pixel 11, Vivo X300 FE and More
The compact smartphone segment has received several entries in 2026. This is great news for those who prefer a smaller phone but do not want to compromise too much on performance. While most manufacturers continue to favour large displays, phones such as the iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S26 and Google Pixel 11 retain relatively compact form factors wh...
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Motorola Wide Foldable Design Leaks With Horizontal Camera Module, Creaseless Display
Motorola’s reported wide foldable could use a different approach to the rear camera layout, with the module positioned horizontally near the centre of the back. Leaked sketches also show three rear cutouts, although their functions remain unclear. The device may feature cameras on both the inner and outer displays, along with a specially shaped f...
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Philips 5G Smartphone India Launch Date Confirmed: Here’s What We Know
Philips, a consumer electronics company, is set to launch its 5G phone in India soon. The brand has yet to confirm the official moniker, but it has now confirmed the launch date through a microsite on Amazon. The listing also reveals the design and key specifications of the upcoming handset. It is shown in three colour options and has a 64-megapixe...
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Smartphones Launching in September 2026: iPhone 18 Pro Lineup, iPhone Ultra, Poco F9 Series and More
September will bring a mix of flagship, foldable and budget smartphones, with launches spread across India, China and global markets. Vivo has two lineups in the pipeline, while Xiaomi and Apple are preparing major flagship releases. Redmi’s new Note models could reach Indian buyers after their international availability, and Poco is set to expan...
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Mivi First Smartphone Price in India Leaked Ahead of Upcoming Launch
Mivi’s first smartphone is expected to enter India’s sub-Rs. 15,000 segment with a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and 5G support. The handset has already appeared in a Flipkart teaser, which revealed a green colour option and a flat rear design. However, its name, launch date and most specifications remain unknown. Mivi is also reportedly strength...
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60Hz vs 90Hz vs 120Hz Displays Explained: Which Should You Choose?
Refresh rate determines how frequently a smartphone display can update its image, with 60Hz, 90Hz and 120Hz offering progressively smoother motion. The difference is most noticeable while scrolling, navigating apps and playing games that support higher frame rates. However, a higher refresh rate can also increase power consumption, while most video...
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Passenger Stunned By Delhi Cab Driver's Fluent English, Then Learns Why
A late-night cab ride took an unexpected turn for a management consultant when his driver began speaking fluent English into his phone.
