Vanshika Malhotra

Started off as a stranger but tech is more like a good friend, thanks to over 5 years in the industry. While everything is attractive about tech, phones, social media, and quirky gadgets attract me the most. When not working, I find my solace in shopping and everything that concerns doggos!

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hand holding Nothing Phone (2) in white colorway in front of a teal background

Rumored Nothing Phone 2a Design and Chipset Leaked

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Nothing is expected to introduce an affordable smartphone, possibly called the Nothing Phone 2a and its design and possible specs have now been leaked. This showcases a new design, which includes horizontally-placed rear cameras, as opposed to the vertically camera setup of the Phone (1) and the Phone (2). It might be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset and could launch at MWC 2024.
noise pure pods launched

Noise Pure Pods OWS (Open Wireless Stereo) Introduced in India

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Noise has launched the new Pure Pods OWS (Open Wireless Stereo) earbuds, a first for India with the new AirWave technology. This allows for precise air conduction mechanisms, which can lead to enhanced audio quality. The earbuds can also be converted into a neckband with the detachable Pure Band. Priced at Rs 2,999, the Noise Pure Pods is available for pre-booking and will be available, starting December 19 in Power Black and Zen Beige colors.
Noise Voyage introduced

After boAt, Noise Introduces Its eSIM-Enabled Smartwatch in India

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Noise has introduced its first eSIM-enabled smartwatch called the Voyage in India. The smartwatch enables 4G calling without the need for a smartphone and is compatible with both Jio and Airtel eSIMs. It is now up for pre-booking and will be available for purchase, starting December 23 via Flipkart and Noise's website.
security flaw iOS 17.2 highlighted

CERT-in Highlights Security Flaws in iPhones with the Latest iOS 17.2 Update

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India's Computer Emergency Response Team of India (CERT-In), which comes under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has highlighted major high-risk security vulnerabilities in Apple products running iOS 17.2, iPadOS 17.2, and even the latest macOS Sonoma 14.2 update. This can allow attackers to access users' sensitive details.
vivo x100 pro

Vivo X100 Series with MediaTek Dimensity 9300 India Launch Confirmed

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Vivo has brought the X100 and the X100 Pro to the global markets and it has now been confirmed that these will launch in India soon. These are the latest Vivo flagship phones with the recently introduced MediaTek Dimensity 9300 chipset, ZEISS-backed cameras, and much more. The Indian launch date is yet to be announced.
poco c65 launched

Poco C65 Launched in India at a Starting Price of Rs 8,499

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As expected, Poco has launched the new Poco C65 in the affordable price range in India. Starting at Rs 8,499, the smartphone comes with features like a 90Hz display with TÜV Low Blue Light certification, 50MP AI rear cameras, Turbo RAM option, and much more. It will be up for grabs via Flipkart, starting December 18.
JioTV premium plans launched

JioTV Premium Plans with OTT App Access Launched; Check out the Details!

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Jio has introduced three new JioTV Premium plans for prepaid users, which will act as a one-stop solution for access to multiple OTT apps like JioCinema, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, and more. These plans can be purchased by new and existing Jio prepaid users, starting today.
Realme C67 5G launched

Realme C67 5G Phone Launched in India at Under Rs 15,000

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Realme has launched a new phone under its C series called the Realme C67 in India. This is the first 5G smartphone under the lineup and comes with features like a 120Hz display, 33W fast charging, 50MP cameras, and more. The smartphone falls under Rs 15,000 and will be available via Flipkart and the company's website, starting December 20. The early sale will happen on December 16.
airpods pro 2

Apple Now Selling USB-C AirPods Pro 2 Case in India; Check out the Price!

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Apple recently launched the USB-C AirPods Pro 2 and has now started selling the standalone USB-C charging case in India. This will help people with the Lightning port-supported AirPods Pro 2 to easily switch to the charging case with a USB Type-C port. It is priced at Rs 9,990.
instagram app on a phone

Instagram’s ‘Notes’ Now Supports Short Videos; Here’s How This Works!

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Instagram's Notes feature, which allows you to upload text-based disappearing status, has got a new update and now supports short videos. This will allow you upload a 2-second video and share with people. Video Notes can currently be shared with close friends and mutual followers and can will disappear after 24 hours.
fire-boltt strike launched

Fire-Boltt Strike with an AMOLED Display Launched in India

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Fire-Boltt has launched the new Strike smartwatch in India, which comes with an AMOLED display, Bluetooth Calling support, an IP rating, and more features. It is an affordable smartwatch, falling under Rs 2,000 and is now available to buy via Amazon.
closeup shot of the iPhone 15 camera

iPhone 16 Early Prototypes Leaked; A Look at What to Expect!

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The early prototypes of the rumored iPhone 16 have been leaked and this gives us a look at what the 2024 iPhone could look like. Spoiler alert, its going to be different yet familiar and we can expect some new elements like a new Capture button too.
redmi note 13 series India launch date announced

Redmi Note 13 5G Series Coming to India on January 4

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Xiaomi has revealed that it launch the latest Redmi Note 13 5G series in India on January 4, 2024. The phones, which succeed the Redmi Note 12 lineup from last year, was first introduced in China in September and come with highlights like a curved display, an IP68 rating, and more look at.
E3 canceled

E3, the Biggest Gaming Event, Has Officially Been Canceled

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E3, the biggest gaming event, has permanently been canceled, as announced by the ESA (Entertainment Software Association). The event happened digitally back in 2021 and has been seeing cancellations since. It was supposed to happen this year in collaboration with ReedPop but was eventually canceled too.
WhatsApp pinned messages

WhatsApp Now Lets You Pin Individual Messages in Chats

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WhatsApp has introduced the ability to pin individual messages in chats to highlight the important ones, which is an extension of the already available ability to pin chats. The option to pin messages is available for both individual and group chats and you can do so by simply tapping/holding a message and selecting the More option (on iOS) and the three-dotted menu (on Android) to access the pin messages option. It is now rolling out for all.
iqoo 12 launched in India

iQOO 12 is the First Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Phone in India; Starts at Rs 52,999

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iQOO has launched its latest flagship phone, the iQOO 12 in India, which is the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 smartphone in the country. It comes packed with features like a 64MP periscope lens with 3x optical zoom, paired with 50MP main camera and 50MP ultra-wide. Available in two storage and RAM options (12GB+256GB and 16GB+512GB), iQOO 12 starts at Rs 49,999 for the base variant, including instant discount of Rs 3,000 on ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank cards.