Reviews

In the smartphone space, the only Indian brand that is most active nowadays is Lava. Homegrown Brand Lava has been actively targeting the budget segment in the country with a flurry of devices launching every few weeks. The brand has introduced the Lava Bold N1 series, Lava Shark 5G, and Lava Storm Play lineup in …

The vivo X200 FE is vivo’s first attempt to fill a gap that’s been widening for years as smartphones have gotten bigger and bigger. It’s the rare Android phone that feels it has been made with the intention to bring diversity to vivo’s portfolio and give customers an option of a compact phone that packs …

The Galaxy Z Flip7 marks the seventh iteration of Samsung’s clamshell foldable series, and this time, the improvements are more than just a new paintjob. It pushes the boundaries of clamshell foldables with a stunning 4.1-inch edge-to-edge cover screen, a refined design, and a form factor that’s made for vloggers.  As someone who typically gravitates …

I’ve reviewed foldables since the original Galaxy Fold — an ambitious start to what Samsung hoped would be the future of smartphones. Fast forward to 2025, and the global foldable market seems to have hit a wall. Growth has stalled at under 3% year-over-year, and some research firms are even predicting a further dip in …

The word “Edge” in Samsung’s dictionary has evolved. It once represented bold curves, but now signifies something entirely different: unprecedented thinness. With the Galaxy S25 Edge, that legacy has been rewritten. The curve is gone; this time, “Edge” describes its razor-thin profile. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is arguably the thinnest Galaxy phone ever created. …

vivo marks its 10-year milestone in India with the launch of the X200 Pro, its flagship for 2025. As the successor to the impressive X100 Pro, which wowed users with its stellar photography and reliable performance, the X200 Pro arrives with high expectations. Can it build on the legacy of its predecessor and claim the …

After using the OPPO Find X8 Pro for over five months, I can confidently say this is one of the best smartphones I have ever used. It excels both as a smartphone and as a camera. The camera, in particular, is phenomenal. It actually made me fall in love with photography. I was never too …

The HONOR 200 Pro, after much anticipation, has finally been launched in India. This upper mid-range device is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and features a set of amazing cameras, especially with the portrait mode. It’s even dubbed the Portrait Master.  But how does it perform in other aspects? Let’s unpack the …

Xiaomi’s Note series and Realme’s Number series have been dominating the 15K to 20K segment for years now. But their recent pivot to the sub-30K segment left room for some new smartphones to take over. This is where the Realme P series comes in. The first iteration of the new series, the Realme P1 is …

Nowadays, every smartphone brand is launching devices to compete in the budget segment in India. Every tech giant is trying to do something different to attract buyers; however, what Tecno has done with Pova Curve 5G is something that is truly lucrative. Placed within the 15k segment, Tecno Pova Curve 5G offers a premium feel …

This is actually my first time using a foldable device, and I was excited that I got the opportunity to test the vivo X Fold5. And I have to say, I’m impressed, especially with the battery life and the form factor. I genuinely love how natural this foldable feels in my hand. It just works …

I’ve been using the OPPO Reno14 Pro 5G for a few weeks now, and I think it’s a solid smartphone that tries to balance style, performance, cameras, and pretty much everything else. It’s got a lot going for it, like the gorgeous design, the sharp display, and a bunch of AI features, but it’s not …

Smartphone battleground is fiercest in the ₹25,000–₹35,000 segment in India. Every brand has to walk a tightrope between performance and pricing. With the Nord 5, the OnePlus brand is taking on the competition head-on, walking the same path as it has before. This is the first Nord phone to sport a Snapdragon 8-series chip, a …

In India, home entertainment scenes are evolving. People are slowly and gradually looking beyond TV speakers to get a better audio experience. According to some statements, the soundbar market size in India reached USD 186.4 million in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 423.2 million by 2033, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.06% from …

I’ve been using the OnePlus Nord CE5 as my daily driver for a few days now, and it’s looking like a compelling smartphone that strikes a balance between performance, battery life, design, and affordability. It’s packing a massive battery, a vibrant display, and a suite of AI features, trying to cater to a wide audience.  …

After months of rumors and anticipation, Korean tech giant Samsung has released its 2025 foldable lineup, consisting of three models: the Galaxy Z Fold7, the Galaxy Z Flip7, and the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE. In this hands-on, first impressions article, we’ll focus on the Galaxy Z Fold7, the showstopper at Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked July event. …

Samsung just launched its foldable lineup for 2025, and it is looking solid. A total of three devices were launched at the Unpacked, including the Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, and the all-new Galaxy Z Flip7 FE. The Z Fold7 is thinner and lighter than its predecessor and not just that but it is …

Nothing returned to roots – London this week with something to prove. At its 2025 showcase, the company unveiled its boldest flagship yet – the Nothing Phone (3). Alongside it, it also introduced its first pair of over-ear headphones, Nothing Headphones (1). Both clearly follow the brand’s signature bold and aesthetic philosophy, as both devices …

Having spent a decade within the world of tech & wristwatches, I have started appreciating the rugged resilience and everyday practicality of Casio’s legendary G-Shock series. I was genuinely excited when the reissue of the iconic Casio D5000C from 1983, now brought in as the Casio G-Shock D5000R, was announced. After two solid weeks of …

In a premium audio space dominated by Sony’s WH-1000XM6 (launched in the US only at the time of writing) and Sennheiser’s Momentum 4, Nothing has entered a new product category with its first-ever over-ear headphones: the Nothing Headphone (1). This is a significant launch, not only because it’s their most expensive audio product yet, but …