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Oppo Pad SE has been launched in India on Thursday alongside the Oppo Reno 14 series smartphones. The new Android tablet is available in two colour options with an 11-inch display with 500 nits of brightness and a 90Hz refresh rate. It is equipped with the MediaTek Helio G100 chipset, coupled with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. The Oppo Pad SE is backed by a 9,340mAh battery with support for 33W charging.

Oppo Pad SE Price in India, Availability

The Oppo Pad SE is priced at Rs. 13,999 for the 4GB + 128GB (Wi-Fi only) RAM and storage variant. The LTE variants with 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB RAM and storage are priced at Rs. 15,999 and Rs. 16,999, respectively. It comes in Starlight Silver and Twilight Blue colour options.

Oppo’s new tablet will go on sale via the Oppo India website, Flipkart, and select retail stores starting July 12. As a launch offer, Oppo is providing a coupon discount of Rs. 1,000 for customers shopping from its online store. No-cost EMI options start at Rs. 5,666 per month.

Oppo Pad SE Specifications

The dual SIM Oppo Pad SE runs on ColorOS 15.0.1 based on Android 15 and features an 11-inch HD (1,200×1,920) display with up to 90Hz refresh rate, 85.3 percent screen to body ratio, and 207ppi pixel density. The display is touted to deliver up to 180Hz touch sampling rate and 500 nits of peak brightness. The new tablet is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity G100 chipset, with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 onboard storage.

On the rear, the Oppo Pad SE features a 5-megapixel rear camera sensor with an f/2.2 aperture and support for autofocus. At the front, it boasts a 5-megapixel selfie shooter with an f/2.2 aperture.

The Oppo Pad SE supports a face recognition feature and has a quad-speaker system. Connectivity options on the tablet include Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, GNSS, and a USB Type-C port. Sensors onboard include an ambient light sensor, accelerometer and e-compass. The tablet offers a personalised Kids Mode that allows users to manage screen time, app use, and browsing and you also get Google Gemini integration.

Oppo Pad SE has an O+ Connect feature that lets users share files with iPhone models and iPads. The tablet also offers several AI-based features, including AI Photo Remaster and AI Intelligent Document. It is claimed to have 36-month Fluency Protection.

The Oppo Pad SE packs a 9,340mAh battery with support for 33W charging. The battery is advertised to deliver up to 11 hours of online video playback time and up to 80 hours of music playback time on a single charge. It measures 254.9 x 166.46 x 7.4mm and weighs around 530 grams.

The Oppo Reno series has always been the bridge between its flagship Find series and mid-range F series. With the Reno lineup, Oppo has always prioritised premium design, top-notch camera systems, and decent performance in their respective price segments. Now, the brand is back with a new iteration of its Reno series, namely the Reno 14 Pro. The latest smartphone from Oppo comes loaded with state-of-the-art features and specifications in the mid-premium segment. I got to spend some time with the device, which is what you need to know.

The Oppo Reno 14 Pro 5G India price starts at Rs. 49,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The top-end variant with 12GB RAM and 512GB of storage is priced at Rs. 54,999. The smartphone will be available for purchase from Amazon starting July 8.

The Oppo Reno 14 Pro 5G is available in two colour options: Pearl White and Titanium Grey

Starting with the design, the Oppo Reno 14 Pro looks similar to its predecessor. However, the brand has made subtle changes to make it look more premium than the previous iterations. For example, the rear camera module is a bit broader than the previous generation. Although you get the same flat frame on both devices, it feels a bit more premium on the Reno 14 Pro, all thanks to the 100 percent recycled aluminium frame.

This year, the brand has added two new colours: Opal White and Titanium Grey. The Pearl White comes with a gradient finish that looks beautiful. For those who want a more subtle experience, Titanium Grey is the one. I got the latter for review, and it sure feels lightweight and slim when you hold it in hand. The phone is 7.48mm thin and weighs around 201 grams, which makes it one of the slimmest and lightest smartphones in the segment.

The handset comes with IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings

Interestingly, the company has also introduced Oppo Velvet Glass with the Reno 14 Pro, which enhances the in-hand feel of the device by giving the back panel a velvety touch. Moreover, the smartphone is also said to meet IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings, which should make it highly water and dust resistant. We will talk more about this in our full review.

Moving on, the Oppo Reno 14 Pro sports a 6.83-inch 1.5K LTPS OLED display with 1272 x 2800 pixels resolution and a 120Hz dynamic refresh rate. The panel covers 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut, offers 240Hz touch sampling rate, and has 1,200nits of peak brightness. You also get 3840Hz PWM dimming and HDR10+ certification.

The handset comes equipped with a LTPS AMOLED display that offers good colours

Moreover, the Reno 14 Pro features Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection on the front. Overall, the display looks beautiful with vibrant colours and deep blacks. The brightness was quite adequate during my initial usage, but we will talk more about this in the review.

Coming to the major highlights, the Oppo Reno 14 Pro 5G is equipped with a refreshed camera system. There’s now a triple-camera setup on the rear with a 50-megapixel primary sensor with OIS support. It also features a 50-megapixel telephoto lens with 3.5x optical zoom and OIS support, as well as a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens with a 116-degree Field of View (FoV).

The Oppo Reno 14 Pro 5G features a triple-camera setup that comes with 50-megapixel primary, 50-megapixel telephoto, and 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens

On the front, you get a 50-megapixel shooter for selfies and video calling. The handset features a new triple-flash system that uses two flash units for the main and ultra-wide cameras, while there is a dedicated focus flash for the telephoto lens. You can shoot 4K HDR videos at 60fps from the cameras. Apart from this, there are multiple AI features in the camera department, including AI Perfect Shot, AI Recompose, AI Unblur, AI Eraser, AI Reflection Remover, AI Studio, and more. We will talk more about this in our review, so stay tuned.

The Oppo Reno 14 Pro 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8450 processor, which is paired with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The handset gets some gaming-centric features like AI Game Highlights, Game Capture, and more. It has a new AI-powered dual cooling system with a thin vapour chamber, a non-sized alumina (aluminium oxide), and high-grade graphite.

The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8450 processor.

The handset runs on ColorOS 15 and comes with some interesting AI features like AI VoiceScribe, AI Translate, AI Call Assistant, AI Mind Space, and more. You also get Gemini Live and O+ Connect, which will be discussed in more detail in the upcoming review.

Lastly, the Oppo Reno 14 Pro packs a 6,200mAh battery, which is the biggest battery so far in the Reno series. The handset also offers 80W SuperVOOC flash charge support coupled with 50W AirVOOC wireless charging.

The phone offers a 6,200mAh battery, which is the biggest in Reno series.

The Oppo Reno 14 Pro sure seems to be an interesting smartphone in this price segment. It offers a premium design language and a bright display. The camera sure seems to be versatile, though we are yet to test out its full capabilities. However, the rest of the specifications might feel a bit underwhelming when compared to the likes of iQOO 13, Realme GT 7, OnePlus 13s, and more. Stay tuned to our full review to find out if the Reno 14 Pro is a good buy. 

Google Chrome was affected by a serious security flaw that allowed an attacker to execute malicious code remotely on a user’s computer. The search giant says that it is aware that hackers have developed and deployed an exploit that leverages the vulnerability. Google says an update to Google Chrome will roll out to users in the coming days or weeks. Users should install the latest version of Chrome on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers in order to remain protected.

Google Chrome Update Rolls Out for Windows, Mac and Linux

In a blog post published earlier this week, Google says that the security flaw in Chrome was detected by Clément Lecigne of Google’s Threat Analysis Group on June 25. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2025-6554 (Type Confusion in V8) and the company has assigned it a high severity rating. It impacts the open source V8 JavaScript engine used by Google Chrome. 

According to the description for the security vulnerability, arbitrary code can be executed on a user’s system if they visit a malicious HTML page created by a remote attacker. By leveraging this flaw, the attacker could gain access to the user’s computer, exfiltrate personal data, or download malware on the system.

It’s also worth noting that Google is aware of an exploit that takes advantage of the vulnerability that was being used “in the wild”. This means that the company knows that attackers have already used the flaw to target users online.

Thankfully, Google Chrome 138.0.7204.96/.97 for Windows, contains a fix for the flaw, while users on macOS and Linux can update to version 138.0.7204.92/.93 and version 138.0.7204.92, respectively. There’s no mention of patches for Android and iOS, so it appears that these platforms are not affected by the flaw.

If your browser hasn’t already updated to the latest version, you can open the main menu in the top right corner of the screen, then tap on Help > About Chrome and wait for the latest version to download and install. You will also need to restart Chrome to load the latest version after the update process is completed.

Google Workspace users are finally getting access to Gems within the apps, the company announced on Wednesday. Gems are custom artificial intelligence (AI) experts that can be programmed to perform specific tasks. They have been available within the Gemini app and website since August 2024, but now the Mountain View-based tech giant is finally expanding them to Workspace apps, including Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail. Gems will be available via the Gemini side panel on these platforms.

Gemini Gems Are Coming to Google Workspace Apps

In a blog post, the tech giant announced the addition of Gems within Google Workspace apps. Notably, the feature is only available to the paid individual and enterprise Workspace account holders, who already have access to the Gemini side panel.

Gems can be understood as a miniature version of the Gemini chatbot, where users can add instructions once to make it perform specific tasks. Users do not need to add the same instructions again and again, saving them time. Additionally, Gems can also be fed data by adding text, files, and images to tailor their responses and improve accuracy.

Gems in Google Workspace apps
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With the new side panel offering, users will get a few pre-made Gems that they can put to task directly. Some of these include the Writing editor, which provides constructive feedback on written text; Brainstormer, which provides inspiration and ideas for specific projects; Sales pitch ideator, which can create engaging pitches for clients, and more.

Apart from the pre-made Gems, users can also create Gems from scratch by clicking the “Create a new Gem” button located at the top of the side panel in the Gems menu. Google says users can enter the creation menu and specify the role and instructions to create a new Gem. These can be programmed to write and analyse code, create posts, provide relevant summaries, and more.

Since the feature is integrated with the Workspace apps, users can also take the output and directly feed it to whichever app they’re working on. Once a Gem has been created, it will appear on all of the Workspace apps.

Meta Platforms has been on a banning spree which is affecting users across the many social media apps under its umbrella. Amidst the ongoing mass bans, even those who are paying a premium for the Meta verified subscription have been left disappointed by tech giant’s customer support. Users have deemed the service “useless”, despite Meta claiming to offer access to direct account support as part of the benefits of its Verified check mark subscription.

Account Bans and Customer Dissatisfaction

According to a TechCrunch report, Meta Verified users are receiving little to no help from the company’s customer support representatives with regard to accounts that have mistakenly been suspended. These have been affecting Facebook, Instagram as well as Facebook Groups in recent months without any explanation. This is despite them paying a monthly fee of $14.99 (roughly Rs. 1,300) in the US and Rs. 699 in India.

While the company promises “access to direct account support” to Meta Verified subscribers, users have dubbed the customer support as “useless”, with account suspensions locking them out of their messages and business profiles. There is no phone support and the links to appeal against suspensions are “broken”. Further, the automated responses “offer no real help”, they said.

While the exact cause behind the mass bans remains unknown, many have speculated it may be triggered due to Meta’s AI systems failing to differentiate between legitimate content and potential violations. This hints towards moderation problems.

So far, the tech giant has only reportedly issued a statement regarding account suspension in Facebook Groups, deeming it to be a “technical error”. For issues related to Instagram, Meta said, “We’re aware that some of you are having issues accessing your Instagram account. We’re looking into it and apologize for the inconvenience.”

The publication reports that the account suspensions have resulted in significant losses to businesses as well as individuals, who have lost years’ worth of messages and media uploads. This has left them enraged, causing many to threaten legal action, including class-action lawsuits.

There’s also a petition on the Change.org website, holding Meta accountable for “Wrongfully Disabling Accounts with No Human Customer Support”. Over 25,000 users have signed this petition, demanding the company to fix its AI systems, restore access to banned or suspended accounts, and provide adequate customer support.

Vivo X Fold 5 and Vivo X200 FE are set to launch in India later this month. The company has announced the India launch date for the new phones, which will feature Zeiss-backed rear camera units. The Vivo X Fold 5 is a book-style foldable smartphone, which was unveiled in China in June. The Indian version of the handset is expected to share similar features to its Chinese counterpart. The same applies to the Vivo X200 FE, which debuted in Taiwan last month.

Vivo X Fold 5, Vivo X200 FE India Launch

Vivo confirmed in a press release that the Vivo X Fold 5 and Vivo X200 FE will launch in India on July 14 at 12pm IST. The phones will be available for purchase in the country via the Vivo India e-store and Flipkart. 

The Flipkart microsite for the Vivo X200 FE confirms that the handset will be sold in India in Amber Yellow, Frost Blue, and Luxe Grey colour options. The Vivo X Fold 5 is confirmed to come in a Titanium Grey colourway. Meanwhile, tipster Paras Guglani (@passionategeekz) claims that the foldable handset will also come in a white shade, but the green variant is unlikely to launch in the country just yet.

The Indian variant of the Vivo X Fold 5, similar to its Chinese version, is teased to be “ultra slim” and “ultra light.” It will feature a Zeiss-backed triple rear camera unit, headed by a 50-megapixel Sony IMX921 VCS Bionic primary sensor with an f/1.57 aperture and optical image stabilisation (OIS) support. It will be accompanied by a 50-megapixel Sony IMX882 telephoto shooter wth an f/2.55 aperture and OIS alongside a 50-megapixel Samsung JN1 sensor paired with an ultrawide angle lens with an f/2.05 aperture and autofocus support. The handset will pack a 6,000mAh battery with 80W wired fast charging.

Meanwhile, the Vivo X200 FE will sport a 6.31-inch AMOLED display in India. It gets a Zeiss-branded rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel telephoto shooter, and an 8-megapixel ultrawide unit. The phone will come with a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, a 6,500mAh battery with 90W wired fast charging support, and Android 15-based FuntouchOS 15 skin on top. It is claimed to meet IP68+IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. The handset will have a 7.99mm profile and weigh about 186g.

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