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Bandai Namco is set to host its own games showcase this week, where it will reveal a new game and share updates on other titles. The publisher announced Sunday that the Bandai Namco Summer Showcase would be livestreamed on July 2. The broadcast follows a host of games showcase events in June from platform holders and third-party developers, including Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest.

Bandai Namco Summer Showcase Announced

The Summer Showcase will feature a brand-new game reveal from the My Hero Academia franchise, Bandai Namco announced on X (formerly Twitter). The showcase will also feature new trailers for other games from the publisher.

The Bandai Namco Summer Showcase will be livestreamed on the company’s YouTube channel on July 2 at 12 pm PT / 3 pm ET / 9 pm CEST / 4 am JST (July 3, 12.30 am IST in India).

A teaser for the showcase featured snippets from the new My Hero Academia game and confirmed the main show would include a reveal trailer and gameplay deep dive for the title. The last My Hero Academia game, My Hero Ultra Rumble, a free-to-play Battle Royale, was released in 2023.

As per the teaser, the Summer Showcase lineup will also feature Code Vein 2, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Death Note Killer Within, Everybody’s Golf: Hot Shots, Little Nightmares 3, Patapon 1+2 Replay, Shadow Labyrinth, Super Robot Wars Y, Tekken 8, Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree and Digimon Story Time Stranger.

Bandai Namco did not confirm the length of the showcase.

The company’s Showcase comes days after Capcom hosted its own games showcase on June 26. Capcom Spotlight featured extended looks at Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata.

Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth main instalment in the survival horror series, was revealed earlier this month at Summer Game Fest, where several other developers and publishers revealed their next projects.

June also saw games showcase events from platform holders Sony and Microsoft. At PlayStation State of Play, Arc System Works announced its next fighting game, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and Koei Tecmo revealed Nioh 3. At Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft announced the next Call of Duty and debuted the first Xbox-branded gaming handhelds.

The Apple logo, which has been present on every single iPhone model till date, has been moving lower every time there has been a big design or hardware change. While earlier Jobs-era iPhone models had it placed on the top half, the Cook-era has seen the Apple logo move lower towards the center with recent models having them exactly in the center of their respective glass rear panels. With the iPhone 17 Pro, things are now said to change, with the Apple logo moving further down, and as expected this may complicate things a bit.

We have seen tons of renders and dummy models showcasing the new iPhone 17 Pro camera designs. The new bar-shaped camera module is a departure from the squarish camera module. The more expansive camera module now means that the Apple logo may have to move a bit lower from its perfectly centered position on the iPhone 16 Pro models.

According to a post by tipster Maijin Bu on X, the logo will be moved lower and centered in the bottom half of the glass rear panel. For those who noticed this tiny tidbit, the logo is perfectly centered on the iPhone 16 Pro and other recent models.

The tipster, in a separate blog post explains that this potential change has been done to “improve the visual harmony” keeping in mind newer hardware upgrades. Looking back, this has actually been the case. The original iPhone had the logo centered in the top half of the device, where it would be visible even if someone was holding it, offering better brand-visibility despite its smaller footprint. The logo then started its migration towards the center as the iPhone models grew bigger which was mainly due to larger displays. Camera upgrades too could have been the reason why the logo has moved towards the center.

The new center bottom positioning means the logo will be properly out of site when a user holds it. This change according to the source is only coming to the iPhone 17 Pro models as there don’t seem to be bigger design changes to the other expected models like the iPhone 17 and the new iPhone 17 Air.

Another reason, as pointed out by the tipster, is the MagSafe accessory and charging system, which will reportedly be moved further down as existing accessories may have trouble fitting into place under the expansive new camera bump at the top.

Both manufacturers and Apple are reportedly working with this new bottom center positioning and the MagSafe accessories, to ensure that the logo, MagSafe magnets and cutout align. Indeed, for third-party case manufacturers it’s all about guess work and preparing their products in time for iPhone launch dates. According to the same tipster, some case manufacturers have decided to hold on to their iPhone 17 Pro case designs until there is some reliable confirmation regarding the phone’s final design and logo placement.

Baidu, the Chinese tech giant, is making its Ernie artificial intelligence (AI) model open-source on Monday. The company announced the move in February, and has already made its chatbot free to use. This is being viewed as a watershed moment in China’s AI space, as this is the first time a major AI player has decided to release its proprietary technology to the open community. As per reports, experts believe Baidu’s decision could have a similar impact on the global AI market as DeepSeek-R1 did when it first emerged.

Baidu to Open-Source Ernie in a Gradual Manner

On February 14, Baidu confirmed that its flagship large language model (LLM) Ernie would be made available to the open community. The WeChat post mentioned that the company would open-source its “next generation of AI model,” which many believe to be Ernie 5. Notably, in March, the company released Ernie 4.5 foundation model, alongside its first reasoning model dubbed Ernie X1.

While the company is shifting its strategy to open-source, it is currently not known whether the AI models will be fully open-sourced or partially. The former refers to when a company or a firm releases the model weights, training cookbook, and details about the architecture. This enables developers to not only freely use the models but also modify, replicate, and build upon them.

However, in the latter’s case, only the model weights are made open, so the company still holds the other details private. With this, developers can only use and fine-tune the model, but cannot replicate it. An example of a fully open-source AI model is Mistral NeMo 12B, while one with just open weights is Meta’s Llama 3.

Experts believe the move could have a positive impact on democratising AI across the globe. Sean Ren, associate professor of computer science at the University of Southern California and Samsung’s AI Researcher of the Year, told CNBC, “This isn’t just a China story. Every time a major lab open-sources a powerful model, it raises the bar for the entire industry.”

Interestingly, last time a Chinese open-source AI model was released (DeepSeek-R1), it shot down the stock prices of major AI players, and had a net negative impact on most US-based companies.

The Realme 15 series will be available in India soon, as the company has teased the upcoming launch of the Realme 15 5G and Realme 15 Pro 5G. While an exact launch date hasn’t been announced yet, previous leaks have hinted at possible RAM and storage configurations, as well as expected colour options. Key features and a probable price range have also been tipped. The Realme 15 Pro 5G is expected to succeed the Realme 14 Pro 5G, which launched in India in January alongside the Realme 14 Pro+. Notably, the vanilla Realme 14 5G was not launched in India.

Realme 15 5G, Realme 15 Pro 5G India Launch

The Realme 15 series, including a Realme 15 5G and a Realme 15 Pro 5G, will launch in India soon, the company confirmed in a press release. We can expect the company to announce the exact launch date soon. An earlier leak claimed that some models of the Realme 15 series will likely launch in India in July.

Realme added that the 15 Pro will be its most advanced “AI party phone” yet. It did not reveal any key specifications or features of the handset. However, it is teased to arrive with flagship features, which were previously exclusive to the Pro+ variant. 

The company also claimed that the Realme 15 series will feature “party-inspired camera features,” including AI-backed imaging that adjusts shutter speed, contrast, and saturation in real time to suit dynamic lighting conditions such as concerts, dance floors, or house parties.

According to earlier reports, the Realme 15 Pro could be offered in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 512GB RAM and storage options. The handset could be available in flowing silver, silk purple, and velvet green colourways. The Realme 15 5G is said to be priced between Rs. 18,000 and Rs. 20,000 and could be available in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 512GB variants. It may be sold in flowing silver, silk pink, and velvet green shades.

The Realme 15 5G may be equipped with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and a 6,300mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. For optics, it could carry a 50-megapixel triple rear camera unit and a 32-megapixel selfie shooter. The handset may sport a flat AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

If you’re in the market for a new refrigerator, but your budget is limited to Rs. 10,000, there are a handful of notable options to choose from. Companies like LG, BPL, Cruise, and Amazon’s own Solimo brand offer affordable and compact single door refrigerators. You can use these appliances to cool your beverages or snacks, or keep your cosmetics cool. Some of these entry level refrigerators are also equipped with a freezer, while others are designed to operate without a discrete stabiliser.

Read on to know more about some of the best refrigerators under Rs. 10,000 in India that you can purchase in June 2025. You can also keep an eye out for the upcoming Amazon Prime Day 2025 sale, which begins on July 12.

LG 43L Minibar Single Door Refrigerator

For those looking to buy a compact minibar refrigerator for offices or small living rooms, this LG fridge has a separate freezer section that can be used to make ice cubes or store frozen groceries. It also has an antibacterial gasket and can handle your basic cooling needs without any hassles. This fridge has a 43 litre capacity, and it has a 1-star energy rating.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 43 Litres
• Energy Rating: 1 Star
• Dimensions: 443×501×450mm
• Compressor type: Reciprocating
• Features: Anti-bacterial gasket, removable shelf, pocket handle
• Voltage: 220V

LG 43L Minibar Refrigerator Price in India

LG 43L minibar fridge price in India is set at Rs. 9,800 on Amazon. Customers can also avail of a Rs. 1,000 discount on select credit and debit cards that is currently live on the e-commerce platform.

Candy 165L Single Door Refrigerator

As the largest fridge in this list, the Candy single door refrigerator can store all the groceries and other food products for a small family. It offers stabiliser-free operation, which means you don’t have to buy one separately. Other useful features include toughened glass shelves, a sturdy PCM door, and thermostat control.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 165 Litres
• Energy Rating: 1 Star
• Cooling: Direct Cool
• Features: Stabiliser-free, thermostat control, antibacterial gasket
• Freezer Capacity: 14.48 Litres
• Voltage: 220V

Candy 165L Refrigerator Price in India

Customers can purchase the Candy 165L refrigerator for Rs. 9,990 via Amazon. Using select bank cards to complete the transaction can result in a Rs. 1,000 discount, according to the product listing on Amazon.

Cruise 45L Minibar Refrigerator with Freezer Compartment

This refrigerator features a reversible door and a recessed handle, allowing you to optimise the storage space in your house. It is also equipped with toughened glass shelves and doesn’t need a stabiliser to function. It offers a quick cool mode, which can come in handy. The Cruise 45L has an 84 litre capacity and can store your groceries as well as your beverages and snacks, and it features a freezer and an ice tray.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 45 Litres
• Energy Rating: 2 Star
• Compressor: Reciprocating
• Features: Reversible door, removable gasket, toughened glass shelf, stabiliser-free operation
• Cooling: Direct Cool, Quick Cool

Cruise 45L Minibar Refrigerator Price in India

The 45 litre variant of the Cruise minibar fridge in India is priced at Rs. 8,290, but customers without budget constraints can also consider the larger 84L variant, which is priced at Rs. 10,990. 

Minifrost 50L Mini Refrigerator with Freezer

A compact, energy-efficient solution for personal use, the Minifrost 50L refrigerator features a separate freezer that lets you make ice cubes quickly, automatic defrost, and a modern black design. It’s an ideal pick for offices or bachelors who don’t require a lot of storage, and it offers quiet operation and easy maintenance.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 50 Litres
• Energy Rating: 2 Star
• Features: Multiple temperature settings, separate freezer section
• Dimensions: 45×40×45cm
• Voltage: 48V

Minifrost 50L Mini Refrigerator Price in India

At Rs. 7,998, the Minifrost 50L mini fridge is one of the most cost-effective options in this list. Bank discounts up to Rs. 3,000 are also available on this product, when purchased with select credit and debit cards.

BPL 45L Minibar Refrigerator

You can also consider the BPL 45L minibar refrigerator, which features a curved door that supports automatic closing. It also features a tray that can keep your beverages cool. The fridge is large enough to store a 2 litre bottle, and it features a vegetable crisper. This BPL fridge has a toughened glass shelf, and it’s a practical choice if you want a compact refrigerator.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 45 Litres
• Energy Rating: 2 Star
• Dimensions: 48.5×44×50 cm
• Features: Chiller tray, automatic closing, veggie crisper
• Shelf Type: Toughened Glass
• Compressor: Reciprocating

BPL 45 Litre Minibar Refrigerator Price in India

You can purchase the BPL 45L minibar fridge at Rs. 9,490, according to the listing for the product on Amazon. However, availability of the product might vary based on the region you live in.

Solimo 45L Mini Fridge 

Designed to operate quietly and efficiently, Solimo’s 45L mini fridge offers support for direct cooling, a removable gasket, and it works without an external stabiliser. Its compact size and sleek design make it ideal for compact rooms, or offices, and it also features a low-noise compressor that lets you focus on work. It also has a compact design with built-in door handles and a sturdy PUF door that keeps your food fresh inside.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 45 Litres
• Energy Rating: 2 Star
• Dimensions: 45×16.5×49 cm
• Features: Direct cooling, low noise compressor, removable gasket
• Voltage: 230V
• Shelf Type: Plastic

Solimo 45L Mini Fridge Price in India

You can pick up the Solimo mini fridge for Rs. 7,999 in India via Amazon. The listing on the e-commerce platform also reveals that buyers can avail of a discount up to Rs. 3,000 when using eligible bank cards to complete their purchase.

AI+ smartphone brand, owned by Madhav Sheth-led NxtQuantum Shift Technologies, is all set to launch its smartphones in India next week. The first two models — Pulse and Nova 5G — will be available on Flipkart. The online marketplace and AI+ have shared new teasers confirming the design and specifications of the new smartphones ahead of their launch. The Nova 5G and Pulse are confirmed to ship with a 5,000mAh battery and a 50-megapixel rear camera unit. The AI+ Nova 5G is expected to be powered by a Unisoc T8200 chipset,

AI+ announced via an X post that the Pulse and Nova 5G will launch on July 8. The launch will take place at 12:30pm IST, and handsets will go on sale through Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes and Shopsy. They are confirmed carry a starting price tag of Rs. 5,000.

AI+ Pulse and Nova 5G Specifications 

Flipkart has created a dedicated Webpage to tease some of the key features of the upcoming Pulse and Nova 5G smartphones. They are confirmed to get a 50-megapixel main rear camera, up to 1TB expandable storage, and a 5,000mAh battery. The Nova 5G is teased to be available in Black, Blue, Green, Pink, and Purple colour options.

Both AI+ Pulse and Nova 5G will feature a dual rear camera setup alongside a single flash. On the front, we can see a waterdrop-style notch with a selfie camera right in the middle.

The brand is yet to reveal further details of the phone, but tipster Debayan Roy (@Gadgetsdata) claims that the Nova 5G will use a 6nm Unisoc T8200 chipset. The Pulse 4G, on the other hand, could feature a 12nm Unisoc T7250 chipset.

NxtQuantum Shift Technologies, led by former Realme India CEO, Madhav Sheth, unveiled the AI+ brand in May. The AI+ smartphones are claimed to be designed, engineered and manufactured entirely in India.

iQOO 13 was unveiled in India in December 2024 with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 6,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support, and a 6.82-inch 2K 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display. For optics, it carries a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup and a 32-megapixel selfie shooter. At launch, it was available in two colourways, including Legend and Nardo Grey. The company has now teased that the iQOO 13 will soon be available in a new colour option.

iQOO 13 to Launch in India in New Green Colourway

The iQOO 13 will be offered in a new colourway in India starting July 4, an Amazon microsite confirmed. The poster teases the handset in a green colour option. This handset is currently sold in Legend and Nardo Grey finishes. 

Amazon India’s microsite for the new colour variant of the iQOO 13 reveals that it will not see any hardware changes. The phone is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC alongside a dedicated Q2 gaming chip. It supports gaming at 144fps with 2K resolution and gets an LTPO AMOLED display with up to 144Hz refresh rate. It packs a 6,000mAh battery with support for 120W wired fast charging. 

In the camera department, the iQOO 13 offers a 50-megapixel primary Sony IMX921 sensor. The smartphone also supports Google’s Circle to Search and other AI features like AI Erase. It measures 8.13mm in thickness and is claimed to meet IP68+IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. 

iQOO 13 also gets a 32-megapixel front camera sensor. Its triple rear camera unit includes a 50-megapixel ultrawide shooter and a 50-megapixel sensor paired with a telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom support. It carries a 7,000sq mm vapour chamber for thermal management and a 6.82-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED screen with up to 1,800 nits peak brightness level. 

The 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB RAM and storage configurations of the iQOO 13 are priced in India at Rs. 54,999 and Rs. 59,999, respectively.

Apple is said to be developing several head-mounted wearable products. According to a market analyst, as many as seven extended reality (XR) headsets and smart glasses are in the works across two product groups, and the launch timeline for about five of them is known. The first will be a M5-powered Apple Vision Pro and it may be introduced as soon as Q3 2025. Meanwhile, the Cupertino-based tech giant is also developing a smart glass competitor to the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses.

Apple Vision Series

In a blog post, TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that Apple is planning to launch the next iteration of the Apple Vision Pro powered by the M5 chipset. Its mass production is slated to be scheduled for Q3 2025 and the Cupertino-based company is expecting to ship between 150,000 to 200,000 units in the first year.

Most of the specifications are said to remain unchanged, except for the SoC which may get an upgrade from M2 to M5. As per Kuo, the Vision Pro will still remain a niche product which is aimed at XR applications, developing the ecosystem, and reducing the component inventory.

Photo Credit: Ming-Chi Kuo

The second product in the Apple Vision lineup is said to be the Vision Air. The analyst said that its mass production will begin in Q3 2027, powered by a flagship iPhone processor. The XR headset is reported to feature a new form factor. It may weigh up to 40 percent less compared to the Vision Pro, with Apple replacing glass with plastic, using magnesium alloy, and reducing the sensor count.

The Apple Vision Air may come with a “significantly” lower price tag than the current XR headset, which retails for $3,499 (roughly Rs. 2,99,000). Previous reports put the Vision Air between $1,500 (roughly Rs. 125,900) and $2,000 (roughly Rs. 167,900).

Apple Smart Glasses

In the coming years, Apple is expected to diversify its wearables lineup starting with a smart glass competitor to the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses. Kuo said this product will come with multiple options for frame and temple material. It is expected to offer voice control and gesture recognition for navigating across the UI.

Similar to the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, the Apple smart glass may not come with display functionality. Instead, they may rely on audio playback, camera, video recording, and AI-based environmental sensing. Mass production of the Apple smart glasses is slated to begin in 2Q 2027, with 3-5 million units projected to ship in the first year. As per Kuo, the smart glass category could replace TWS and smartphone camera functions and is said to have the “highest near-term growth potential”.

Meanwhile, Apple is also developing another type of XR glasses whose mass production may begin in the second half of 2028. Similar to the Ray-Ban Meta competitor, these glasses are also reported to come with voice control and gesture recognition. However, the company will also equip them with a Liquid Crystal on Silicon (LCoS) with waveguide and a supporting colour screen. AI functionality is said to be at the centre of this product.

As per Kuo, another variant of the XR glasses with lower visibility and a later production timeline is also in development.

The last product that is in the works at Apple is a Display accessory which may display content from other devices like the iPhone when tethered. It could have Birdbath optics along with electrochromic dimming. The product was originally scheduled for mass production in Q2 2026, but has been put on hold since Q4 2024 due to “insufficient competitive advantage. The Cupertino-based tech giant is reportedly deliberating over its repositioning as well as the requirement of specifications.

Nothing Headphone 1 are scheduled to be launched on July 1 alongside the Nothing Phone 3. Ahead of the anticipated launch, specifications of the first over-ear headphones from the UK-based OEM have been leaked. The Nothing Headphone 1 are said to come with support for active noise cancellation (ANC) and spatial audio. They may be equipped with 40mm driver units with LDAC codec support. Backing the headphones could be a 1,040mAh battery said to offer up to 54 hours of playback on a single charge.

Nothing Headphone 1 Specifications Leak

Citing inputs from tipster Yogesh Brar, Android Headlines shared details about the upcoming Nothing Headphone 1 in a report. The over-ear headphones are expected to be equipped with 40mm PU and nickel-coated dynamic drivers with sound by KEF. Reported features include an eight-band equaliser, adaptive bass enhancement, spatial audio, and on-ear detection.

The headphones are said to offer adaptive ANC with up to 42dB noise cancellation, along with a transparency mode. They may support AAC, SBC, and LDAC codecs and could be adjusted for various settings via the Nothing X app on both Android and iOS devices. As per the report, the over-ear headphones may come with roll, paddle, and button-based controls.

Nothing is also reported to equip its upcoming over-ear headphones with Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair, enabling quick connection with Android and Microsoft devices. They may get Bluetooth 5.3 for connectivity and an LED indicator to denote the charging status.

As per the report, the Nothing Headphone 1 will pack a 1,040mAh battery and could offer up to 80 hours of battery life with ANC turned off when playing audio in the AAC codec. This will reportedly get reduced to 35 hours with ANC on. Meanwhile, toggling the LDAC codec may reduce the battery life to 54 hours (ANC off) and 30 hours (ANC on).

Nothing is also said to equip the over-ear headphones with fast charging technology. A five minute charge could deliver up to 2.4 hours of playback with ANC on and up to five hours with ANC off.

The popularity of gaming phones has been on the rise in recent years. While you can indeed go and get a Nintendo Switch or a Steam Deck to enjoy gaming on the go, why get a dedicated portable gaming console when you’re already carrying a powerful device in your pocket – your smartphone. Gaming smartphones are in a niche category of devices which are built for delivering the maximum fun, helped by dedicated performance modes, great haptics, efficient thermals, and snazzy designs. Although high-end phones such as the iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are generally considered the best for all use cases including gaming, they also command an exorbitant price tag.

However, you don’t really need to spend a fortune. Mobile chipsets from Qualcomm and MediaTek have come very far in very little time, which means even non-premium gaming phones can be your ideal companion for playing games on the go.

To help you make an informed buying decision, we have curated a list of the best gaming phones under Rs. 30,000 in India.

Infinix GT 30 Pro 5G

The newest option on our list is the Infinix GT 30 Pro 5G. It comes with a 6.78-inch 1.5K (1,224×2,720 pixels) AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 4,500 nits peak brightness, and a 2160Hz touch sampling rate. The handset is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate chipset with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 onboard storage.

On the rear panel, Infinix has equipped the GT 30 Pro 5G with a Cyber Mecha Design 2.0 and RGB lighting. The latter is said to react to in-game events, charging status, and calls. Further, there are several AI-backed features to improve the gaming performance, such as Xboost AI, Esports Mode, ZoneTouch Master, and AI Image Stabilisation. The phone also comes with GT shoulder triggers with a 520Hz response rate.

For optics, the Infinix GT 30 Pro 5G has a dual rear camera unit which comprises a 108-megapixel main camera and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide angle lens. There’s also a 13-megapixel front camera for selfies. The phone is backed by a 5,500mAh battery with support for 45W wired and 30W wireless charging.

Key Specifications

• Display: 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED, 144Hz
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB LPDDR5X (RAM), 256GB UFS 4.0 S.(Storage)
• Rear Cameras: 108-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide)
• Front Cameras: 13-megapixel
• Battery: 5,500mAh, 45W
• Operating System: Android 15-based XOS 15
• Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C

Infinix GT 30 Pro 5G Price in India

The Infinix GT 30 Pro 5G price in India starts at Rs. 24,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration. The top-end 12GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs. 26,999. It is offered in Blade White and Dark Flare colourways and can be purchased via Flipkart and Infinix’s official store.

iQOO Neo 10R

The iQOO Neo 10R is yet another handset which is a good choice for gamers. It sports a 6.78-inch (1,260 x 2,800 pixels) AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, 4,500nits peak brightness, 300Hz touch sampling rate, and HDR10+ support. Powering the phone is a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, paired with an Adreno 735 GPU, up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage.

It is claimed to deliver a stable 90 frames per second (fps) for up to five hours. There’s also a 6,043mm square vapour chamber for efficient heat dissipation during long gaming sessions. The phone comes with gaming features like Ultra Game Mode, built-in fps meter, 4D Game Vibration, and AI Game Voice Changer.

In the camera department, it is equipped with a dual rear camera setup which includes a 50-megapixel main camera with a Sony IMX882 sensor and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle shooter. It also has a 32-megapixel selfie camera on the front. The iQOO Neo 10R packs a 6,400mAh battery with 80W wired fast charging support.

Key Specifications

• Display: 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED, 144Hz refresh rate
• Processor: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB LPDDR5X (RAM), Up to 256GB UFS 4.1 (Storage)
• Rear Cameras: 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide)
• Front Cameras: 32-megapixel
• Battery: 6,400mAh, 80W
• Operating System: Android 15-based Funtouch OS 15
• Connectivity: 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, USB Type-C

iQOO Neo 10R Price in India

The price of iQOO Neo 10R in India begins at Rs. 26,999 for the 8GB RAM + 128GB configuration. The 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage variants are priced at Rs. 28,999 and Rs. 30,999, respectively.

The phone is available in MoonKnight Titanium and Raging Blue colour options via Amazon and iQOO India e-store.

Poco X7 Pro

The Poco X7 Pro is the higher-priced offering in the X-series lineup. The smartphone sports a 6.73-inch 1.5K flat AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra processor under the hood, complemented by up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 onboard storage.

For optics, the Poco X7 Pro has been equipped with a dual rear camera setup which consists of a 50-megapixel main camera with a Sony LYT-600 sensor and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. There’s also a 20-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video chats. The handset is backed by a 6,550mAh battery with support for 90W HyperCharge.

Key Specifications

• Display: 6.73-inch 1.5K AMOLED, 120Hz
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB LPDDR5X (RAM), 256GB UFS 4.0 (Storage)
• Rear Cameras: 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide)
• Front Cameras: 20-megapixel
• Battery: 6,550mAh, 90W
• Operating System: Android 15-based Xiaomi HyperOS 2
• Connectivity: 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, USB Type-C

Poco X7 Pro Price in India

Poco X7 Pro price in India starts at Rs. 27,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant. It is also available in a 12GB + 256GB RAM and storage configuration which is priced at Rs. 29,999. The handset is offered in Nebula Green, Obsidian Black and Poco Yellow colourways via Flipkart.

OnePlus Nord 4

While it is not exactly advertised as a gaming smartphone, the OnePlus Nord 4 is still a good option to consider under Rs. 30,000 in India. It comes with a 6.74-inch 1.5K(1,240×2,772 pixels) AMOLED screen with 450ppi pixel density and 120Hz refresh rate. The phone gets a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC under the hood, coupled with up to 12GB LPDDR5X of RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 4.0 onboard storage.

OnePlus has equipped the Nord 4 with an X-axis linear motor which delivers enhanced haptics during gaming.

In the camera department, the handset carries a dual rear camera setup which houses a 50-megapixel main camera alongside an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera. It also has a 16-megapixel camera on the front. The OnePlus Nord 4 packs a 5,500mAh battery with 100W SuperVOOC fast charging support.

Key Specifications

• Display: 6.74-inch AMOLED, 120Hz
• Processor: Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB LPDDR5X (RAM), Up to 256GB UFS 4.0 (Storage)
• Rear Cameras: 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide)
• Front Cameras: 16-megapixel
• Battery: 5,500mAh, 100W
• Operating System: Android 15-based Oxygen OS 15
• Connectivity: 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C

OnePlus Nord 4 Price in India

OnePlus Nord 4 price in India starts at Rs. 29,999 for the 8GB + 128GB RAM and storage variant. The 8GB RAM + 256GB and 12GB RAM + 256GB variants cost Rs. 32,999 and Rs. 35,999, respectively.

The smartphone is offered in Mercurial Silver, Oasis Green, and Obsidian Midnight colour options and is available for purchase via OnePlus online store, Amazon India, and other retail stores.

Nothing Phone 3a Pro

The Nothing Phone 3a Pro sports a a 6.7-inch flexible AMOLED display and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is the first ‘Pro’ model in the company’s non-flagship lineup. Powering the handset is a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, paired with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage.

Nothing has equipped the Phone 3a Pro with a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, forming the triple rear camera unit. It also gets a 50-megapixel front-facing selfie shooter. The phone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 50W wired fast charging support.

Key Specifications

• Display: 6.77-inch full HD+ flexible AMOLED, 120Hz
• Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB LPDDR4x (RAM), Up to 256GB UFS 2.2 (storage)
• Rear Cameras: 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 50-megapixel (telephoto)
• Front Cameras: 50-megapixel
• Battery: 5,000mAh, 50W
• Operating System: Android 15-based Nothing OS 3.1
• Connectivity: 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, GPS, USB Type-C

Nothing Phone 3a Pro Price in India

Nothing Phone 3a Pro price in India begins at Rs. 27,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant. The 8GB and 12GB RAM variants, coupled with 256GB of onboard storage, cost Rs. 29,999 and Rs. 31,999, respectively. It is offered in Black and Grey colour options and sold through Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes, Vijay Sales, Croma and select retail stores.