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Honor Magic 6 Pro 5G launched in India

HTech India has announced the launch of the new Magic 6 Pro 5G flagship smartphone in India. The new Honor Magic 6 Pro 5G comes with a 180MP telephoto sensor on the back among other sensors. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor and gets 512GB of storage.

Honor Magic 6 Pro sports a 6.8-inch curved OLED HDR LTPO display with 1.5K resolution (1280 x 2800 pixels), 120Hz refresh rate, 5000 nits peak brightness, 10-bit colours, 4320Hz PWM dimming, and has an in-display fingerprint scanner for biometrics. It is powered by a 4nm octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Chipset paired with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of inbuilt storage.

For optics, the Honor Magic 6 Pro gets a triple rear camera setup including a 50-megapixel f/1.4 – f/2.0 primary sensor with OIS, a 50-megapixel f/2.0 ultra-wide angle sensor and a 180-megapixel f/2.6 periscope telephoto sensor with OIS. The front camera is equipped with an 50-megapixel f/2.0 sensor that also has 3D depth sensor along with it.

It boots on Magic OS 8.0 based on Android 14. The handset is backed by a 5600mAh battery with support for 80W wired charging and 66W wireless charging. Connectivity options of the device include support for 5G, Wi-Fi 7, NFC, Bluetooth v5.3, and a USB Type-C port. The device is IP68 rated and gets stereo speakers.

HTech states that currently, only Airtel and Vi networks support 5G on the Magic 6 Pro 5G. The company is “actively working” with Jio to enable support for Jio 5G on the device.

It gets a price tag of Rs 89,999 for the sole 12GB + 512GB model. It will be available for purchase via Amazon India, Explore Honor website, and mainline retail stores near you starting August 15, 12PM IST. It can be availed in Epi Green and Black colours.

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Vivo V40 series launched in India

Vivo V40 series has been announced in India, consisting of two devices including the Vivo V40 and the Vivo V40 Pro. Both the devices in the Vivo V40 series come with Zeiss optics and are camera-centric devices. While the V40 gets a Snapdragon Processor under the hood, the Pro model has a MediaTek Dimensity chip.

Vivo V40 features a 6.78-inch AMOLED Display with a 1.5K 2800×1260 Pixels resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, punch-hole cutout, 20:9 aspect ratio, 89.9% screen-to-body ratio, 452 ppi, 4500 nits peak brightness and 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut. The V40 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip.

The Vivo handset gets up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It is equipped with a 5500mAh battery that supports 80W charging. For security, the device features an under-display fingerprint scanner. The device runs on Android 14-based FunTouch OS 14.

The smartphone has a 50-megapixel f/2.0 selfie camera with. The rear camera setup consists of an OIS-assisted 50-megapixel f/1.88 Zeiss primary camera, and a 50-megapixel f/2.0 Zeiss ultra-wide angle lens. The device offers dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, and a USB-C port. It gets a stereo speaker and is IP68 rated as well.

Vivo V40 Pro features a 6.78-inch AMOLED Display with a 1.5K 2800×1260 Pixels resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, punch-hole cutout, 20:9 aspect ratio, 89.9% screen-to-body ratio, 452 ppi, 4500 nits peak brightness and 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut. The V40 Pro 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ chip.

The Vivo handset gets up to 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. It is equipped with a 5500mAh battery that supports 80W charging. For security, the device features an under-display fingerprint scanner. The device runs on Android 14-based FunTouch OS 14.

At the back, it gets a 50MP Sony IMX921 primary camera sensor with OIS, a 50MP Sony IMX816 f/1.85 Telephoto sensor with 2X Optical and 50X Digital Zoom, and a 50MP Ultra Wide-Angle sensor. On the front also, it gets a 50MP sensor for selfies. The device offers dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and a USB-C port. It gets stereo speakers and is IP68 rated as well.

The Vivo V40 is priced at Rs 34,999 for the base 8GB + 128GB model, Rs 36,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model, and Rs 41,999 for the top-end 12GB + 512GB model.
The Vivo V40 Pro is priced at Rs 49,999 for the base 8GB + 256GB model, and Rs 55,999 for the top-end 12GB + 512GB model. It can be availed in Ganges Blue and Titanium Grey colour options.

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Moto G55 5G, Moto G35 5G launched

Motorola has announced the Moto G35 5G and the Moto G55 5G smartphones in Europe as its latest set of budget devices. The Moto G35 5G comes powered with a Unisoc 5G processor while the G55 5G packs a MediaTek Dimensity 7025 processor. Here’s everything we know about the device.

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Apple iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max launched in India

Apple has launched its iPhone 16 series worldwide including India, consisting of four new models, including the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and the 16 Pro Max. All the new iPhones come with a new Camera Control button, an A18 series chip under the hood, and much more.

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will be available in ultramarine, teal, pink, white, and black in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities. It can be pre-ordered starting September 13, with availability beginning from September 20. The pricing for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus is as follows:

iPhone 16:

• Rs 79,900 (128GB)
• Rs 89,900 (256GB)
• Rs 1,09,900 (512GB)

iPhone 16 Plus:

• Rs 89,900 (128GB)
• Rs 99,900 (256GB)
• Rs 1,19,900 (512GB)

The iPhone 16 gets a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR panel. It supports for HDR, TruTone, and 1600 nits of peak HDR brightness. Under the hood, it is powered by the company’s A18 Chipset with a 6-core CPU and a 5-core GPU. The 16 Plus gets the same display specs but with a bigger 6.7-inch size.

The iPhone 16 series gets dual cameras including a 48-megapixel f/1.6 primary camera and a 12-megapixel f/2.2 ultra wide camera with autofocus. A 12MP 2x telephoto sensor is enabled by the main camera sensor. There is a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front of the iPhone 16 with an f/1.9 lens. You also get 3D facial recognition sensor inside the dynamic island.

The iPhone 16 packs a battery that gives 22 hours of video playback while the battery in the Plus model offers up to 27-hour video playback. They come with fast wired charging and 25W wireless charging support via MagSafe chargers.

The iPhone 16 has Bluetooth v5.3, Wi‑Fi 7 with 2×2 MIMO, 2nd Gen Ultra Wideband chip for spatial awareness, and NFC with reader mode. Additionally, they equip stereo speakers as well and a USB-C port for Fast charging and IP68 water resistance. The iPhone 16, 16 Plus run on iOS 18 and support Apple Intelligence AI features.

Along with the new camera control button, the iPhone 16 series also sports the Action button we first saw on last year’s iPhone 15 Pro models. Camera Control can quickly launch the camera, take a photo, and start video recording. A new camera preview helps users frame the shot and adjust other control options — such as zoom, exposure, or depth of field — to compose a photo or video by sliding their finger on the Camera Control. Additionally, developers will be able to bring Camera Control to third-party apps such as Snapchat.

Later this year, Camera Control will unlock visual intelligence to help users learn about objects and places faster than ever before. Users can click and hold Camera Control to pull up the hours or ratings for a restaurant they pass, add an event from a flyer to their calendar, quickly identify a dog by breed, and more.

iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max: Price, Availability, Specs

iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be available in black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, and desert titanium, in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage capacities. It can be pre-ordered starting September 13, with availability beginning from September 20. Their pricing is as follows:

iPhone 16 Pro:

• Rs 1,19,900 (128GB)
• Rs 1,29,900 (256GB)
• Rs 1,49,900 (512GB)
• Rs 1,69,900 (1TB)

iPhone 16 Pro Max:

• Rs 1,44,900 (256GB)
• Rs 1,64,900 (512GB)
• Rs 1,84,900 (1TB)

Surprisingly, the prices of these models have been reduced when compared to the iPhone 15 Pro series, which is a move we don’t often see Apple pull off.

The iPhone 16 Pro sports a 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion Super Retina XDR panel. It has support for HDR, TruTone, Ceramic Shield protection, and up to 2000 nits of peak outdoor brightness. It also has Always-on functionality. The iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.9-inch panel with the same specs as 16 Pro’s display.

Under the hood, they are powered by the company’s A18 Pro chipset. The new chip enables up to 2x faster Hardware-accelerated ray tracing for even more realistic light sources and reflections, and Game Mode in iOS 18 unlocks more consistent frame rates while making AirPods, game controllers, and other wireless accessories even more responsive.

iPhone 16 Pro series sports a triple rear camera setup featuring a 48-megapixel f/1.78 primary camera, 48MP 13mm ultra-wide angle f/2.2 sensor with a 120-degree FoV, along with a 12MP 5x f/2.8 telephoto sensor. It sports a TrueDepth 12MP f/1.9 front facing sensor. The devices can shoot videos in up to 4K Resolution at 120 fps, along with Dolby Vision capture support.

The iPhone 16 Pro can run for 27 hours in video playback while the Pro Max can run for up to 33 hours. Both Pro models also have four studio-quality mics, enabling Spatial audio capture.

The iPhone 16 Pro series gets Bluetooth 5.3, Wi‑Fi 7 with 2×2 MIMO, 2nd Gen Ultra Wideband chip for spatial awareness and NFC with reader mode. Additionally, it equips stereo speakers as well and a USB-C 3.0 port for charging along with IP68 water resistance. There’s support for 25W wireless charging as well.

Same as the iPhone 16 series, the Pro models also get the Camera Control button. The devices run on iOS 18 and have support for Apple Intelligence features.

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Infinix Zero 40 5G launched in India

The Infinix Zero 40 5G has been launched in India with features like a GoPro mode, Gorilla Glass 5 protection, segment-first 4K 60fps front and rear camera video recording, and more.

It sports a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED Display with an FHD+ resolution, up to 1,300 nits peak brightness, and Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The Zero 40 5G supports up to 144Hz Refresh Rate and comes with an in-display optical fingerprint reader.

The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate Processor with 12GB RAM and 256GB or 512GB UFS 3.1 storage options. It runs on Android 14-based XOS 14.5 out of the box and will receive 2 major OS upgrades along with 3 years of security patches.

It sports a triple-rear camera setup that consists of a 108MP Samsung ISOCELL HM6 f/1.8 primary shooter with OIS, a 50MP f/2.0 ultra-wide angle sensor, and a 2MP f/2.4 depth lens with an LED flash. There is a 50MP Samsung JN5 f/2.5 front shooter. The device can shoot 4K resolution 60 FPSvideos both from front and back sensors.

It further packs a 5000mAh battery unit with 45W fast wired charging, 20W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging support as well. Connectivity options of the device include 5G Dual-SIM, 4G, WiFI 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC, and a USB-C port for charging. It has stereo speakers tuned by JBL and is IP54 rated also.

It also comes with a dedicated GoPro mode, enabling users to pair the devices with a compatible GoPro camera, using the phone as a viewfinder and controlling shooting modes directly from the camera app. Additionally, the GoPro Quik App is pre-installed on the phone.

The Infinix Zero 40 5G will be available in two variants: 12GB + 256GB at Rs 27,999 and 12GB + 512GB at Rs 30,999. Buyers can avail of bank discount of Rs 3,000. The device comes in three colors – Violet Garden, Moving Titanium, and Rock Black. Sales will commence on 21st September starting 7 PM IST onwards via Flipkart.

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iQOO Z9 Turbo+ Launched With a Huge 6400mAh Silicon-Carbon Battery

The Z9 Turbo+ sports a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED Display with a 1.5K (1260 x 2800 pixels) resolution, HDR10 support, 3840Hz PWM dimming and up to 4500 nits HDR brightness, 453 ppi, and up to a 144Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.

For optics, the iQOO handset packs a dual rear camera setup including a 50MP primary Sony LYT-600 sensor with f/1.79 aperture, OIS, LED flash, paired with a 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle camera. For selfies and video calls, the handset features a 16-megapixel f/2.5 camera on the front.

The smartphone is backed by a 6400mAh silicon-carbon battery with 80W Fast charging support and 7.5W reverse wired charging support. Further, it boots Android 14-based Origin OS 4. For connectivity, you will get dual-SIM 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, IR blaster, NFC, and a USB-C port for charging the handset. It will also have an under-display optical fingerprint sensor, X-Axis linear vibration motor, and stereo speakers.

iQOO Z9 Turbo+ comes in Moon Shadow Titanium, Starlight White, and Midnight Black hues, and starts at CNY 2,299 (approx Rs 27,300) for the 12GB + 256GB model and goes up to CNY 2,899 (approx Rs 34,500) for the 16GB + 512GB trim.

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Vivo V40e 5G launched in India

Vivo V40e sports a 6.77” curved AMOLED panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution of 2392 x 1080 pixels, 4,500 Nits of peak brightness, P3 colour gamut, and 387 ppi. Under the hood, it packs the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, paired with 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2 storage options.

It features a 50MP f/1.79 Sony IMX882 main sensor joined by an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens. Up front, you get a 50MP f/2.0 selfie camera for selfies and video calls. The device packs a 5500mAh battery with 80W charging speeds.

The handset runs on FunTouch OS 14 based on Android 14 and also gets stereo speakers. There’s an in-display optical fingerprint sensor for biometrics. Connectivity options on the handset include dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth v5.4, GPS, and a USB-C port.

It is priced at Rs 28,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model and Rs 30,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model and available in Royal Bronze and Mint Green colours.
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Vivo X200 series launched in China

Vivo has launched its latest flagship lineup, the X200 series, in China. The series is powered by MediaTek's new Dimensity 9400 chipset. This series includes three models—the Vivo X200, X200 Pro, and the newly introduced X200 Pro Mini. As the successors to the Vivo X100 series, these new devices come with a host of upgrades in terms of performance, battery life, and camera features, promising to deliver an improved user experience. Let's take a closer look at what these new smartphones bring to the table, from prices to specifications.

When it comes to pricing, Vivo has positioned the X200 series to cater to various budget ranges, offering different configurations for each model. The base Vivo X200 starts at CNY 4,299 (approximately Rs 51,000) for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage option. For those who need more storage, the 12GB + 512GB variant is priced at CNY 4,699 (around Rs 55,700), while the top-tier 16GB RAM + 1TB storage model is available for CNY 5,499 (around Rs 65,200). The X200 Pro, a more premium offering, starts at CNY 5,299 (about Rs 62,850) for the 12GB + 256GB version. The 16GB + 512GB variant costs CNY 5,999 (approximately Rs 71,000), while the 16GB + 1TB model is priced at CNY 6,499 (around Rs 77,000). Vivo has also introduced a special Satellite Edition of the X200 Pro, which comes with 1TB storage and is priced at CNY 6,799 (around Rs 80,600). For those who prefer a more compact device, the X200 Pro Mini starts at CNY 4,699 (around Rs 55,700) for the 12GB + 256GB model, with higher variants offering up to 16GB RAM and 1TB of storage, priced at CNY 5,799 (around Rs 68,700).

In terms of specifications, both the Vivo X200 and X200 Pro models feature stunning OLED displays. The X200 comes with a 6.67-inch screen, while the X200 Pro boasts a slightly larger 6.78-inch display. Both screens support a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, providing a smooth and bright visual experience with up to 4500 nits of peak brightness. At the heart of both these devices is the Dimensity 9400 chipset, MediaTek’s latest and most powerful processor, ensuring top-level performance for gaming, multitasking, and day-to-day use. Both the X200 and X200 Pro offer up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage, making them excellent choices for users who need ample storage space for apps, files, and media.

The camera setups on these two models are another major highlight. The Vivo X200 features a triple-camera system with a 50MP Sony IMX921 main sensor that includes Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), along with a 50MP ultra-wide lens and a 50MP telephoto lens. Meanwhile, the X200 Pro raises the bar with a 50MP LYT-818 main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a powerful 200MP Zeiss APO telephoto camera, offering an enhanced photography experience with its advanced zoom capabilities. Both models have a 32MP front camera for selfies, and they run on Vivo's latest Origin OS 5, providing a smooth software experience. Battery life has also been improved, with the X200 packing a 5,800mAh battery and the X200 Pro featuring a larger 6,000mAh battery. Both models support 90W fast charging, although there hasn’t been a significant upgrade in charging speed from the previous generation.

The X200 Pro Mini, a more compact offering, comes with a 6.3-inch OLED display that also supports a 120Hz refresh rate, making it a great option for users who prefer smaller phones. Despite its compact size, the X200 Pro Mini packs a punch with the same Dimensity 9400 chipset, ensuring excellent performance. It also features a triple-camera system, including a 50MP LYT818 main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP periscope lens that offers up to 100x digital zoom. It has a 5,700mAh battery with support for 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, ensuring fast power top-ups. Like its larger counterparts, the X200 Pro Mini also has an IP68+IP69 rating, making it water and dust-resistant.

In summary, Vivo’s X200 series is packed with top-tier hardware, promising powerful performance, excellent cameras, and solid battery life. Whether you’re looking for a premium flagship in the X200 Pro, a balanced all-rounder with the X200, or a compact powerhouse with the X200 Pro Mini, Vivo’s latest offerings have something for every type of user.

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Honor X60 Series Launched

Honor launched the Honor X60 series in China with two devices, including the Honor X60 as well as the Honor X60 Pro. The new Honor X60 series has both the MediaTek as well as Snapdragon processors and are positioned in the budget as well as the mid-range segment.

The Honor X60 Pro sports a 6.78-inch (2700 x 1224 pixels) 1.5K 120Hz curved AMOLED display, 3840Hz high Frequency PWM dimming, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 10-bit colors, HDR 10, and 3000 nits of peak brightness. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, paired with up to 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. It runs on Android 14-based Magic OS 8.0 out of the box.

The device has a single rear camera, which is a 108MP camera with Samsung HM6 sensor, f/1.75 aperture, and LED flash. There’s an 8MP front camera with f/2.0 aperture. The device is backed up by a 6600mAh battery with 66W fast wired charging.

For connectivity, options include 5G SA/NSA, Wi-Fi 802.11ax (2.4GHz/5GHz) MIMO, Bluetooth v5.1, GPS, and a USB Type-C port. Aside from that, there’s an in-display optical fingerprint sensor and stereo speakers for audio.

Coming to the Honor X60, it features a 6.8-inch (2412×1080 pixels) FHD+ 120Hz LCD display, DC Dimming, and 850 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra Processor paired with up to 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. It also sports a 108MP camera with Samsung HM6 sensor, f/1.75 aperture, and an LED flash. It also has an 8MP front facing sensor.

The device has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and is backed up by a 5800mAh battery with 35W fast wired charging. Connectivity options include 5G SA/NSA, Wi-Fi 802.11ax (2.4GHz/5GHz) MIMO, Bluetooth v5.1, GPS, and a USB-C port for charging.

The Honor X60 starts at CNY 1,199 yuan (approx Rs 14,160) while the Honor X60 Pro starts at CNY 1,499 (approx Rs 17,700).

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Vivo S20 series launched

Vivo has announced the launch of Vivo S20 series in China with Qualcomm and MediaTek processors under each of the models. The Vivo S20 packs a 6500mAh battery which is bigger than Pro’s 5500mAh cell. Here’s everything to know about the Vivo S20 series.

The Vivo S20 comes in Phoenix Feather Gold, Jade dew white, and Pine Smoke Ink shades, and its pricing starts at CNY 2,299 (approx Rs 26,800) for the 8GB + 256GB trim. The Vivo S20 Pro comes in Phoenix Feather Gold Purple Air, and Pine Smoke Ink colors. Pricing for the Pro model starts at CNY 3,399 (approx Rs 39,700) for the 8GB + 256GB trim.

The Vivo S20 series sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED Display with 1.5K resolution, HDR10+, 3840Hz high frequency PWM dimming, and 120Hz refresh rate with a peak brightness of up to 4500 nits. The S20 gets a flat panel, while the one on the Pro is curved on all four corners. Both phones feature 50MP selfie sensors with Autofocus support and get an in-display optical fingerprint scanner.

The Vivo S20 is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Processor while the S20 Pro gets the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. The S20 Pro gets up to 16GB RAM LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage, while the S20 gets up to 16GB RAM LPDDR4x RAM and up to 512GB UFS 2.2 storage. The devices run on Android 15-based ColorOS 15.

For optics, the Vivo S20 has a 50MP primary camera with OV50E sensor, f/1.88 aperture, OIS, LED flash, paired with an 8MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 Aperture and an Aura light. The Vivo S20 Pro has a 50MP primady camera with Sony IMX921 sensor, f/1.88 aperture, OIS, joined by a 50MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.05 aperture, and a 50MP Sony IMX882 3x periscope telephoto camera with f/2.55 aperture, and an Aura light.

The S20 packs a 6500mAh battery with 80W Fast charging while the Pro has a 5500mAh battery with 90W fast wired charging. Both the devices are also IP64 rated and have stereo speakers with Hi-Res audio. For connectivity, there’s 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 (S20 Pro), Wi-Fi 6 (S20) Bluetooth v5.4, GPS (L1 + L5), NFC, and a USB-C port for charging.

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