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Vivo is ramping up the excitement ahead of its big launch on June 25 in China, dropping high quality images and key feature highlights of its upcoming foldable the Vivo X Fold 5. And from what’s been revealed so far, this phone is trying hard to stand out in a crowded foldables market. Let’s start with the headline grabber: battery size. Vivo’s poster confirms the X Fold 5 will carry a massive 6,000mAh battery the largest ever put into a foldable device. But it’s not just about capacity. Vivo is using a new-generation Blue Ocean battery with advanced silicon-carbon anode tech, pushing efficiency and cold weather performance. According to the company, this thing can even keep going at -30°C, thanks to its second-gen semi solid state chemistry. And it’s not just power-packed it’s incredibly light, too. Huang Tao, Vivo’s President of Product, says it will undercut the previous record-holder (also from Vivo) by shaving off 10 grams. That would bring it down to around 209 grams, which, for ...

Redmi is gearing up to shake up the performance smartphone and tablet market in China with two new flagship devices on the horizon: the Redmi K80 Ultra and the K Pad. While no official date has been pinned down, the brand is expected to unveil both products later this month and the specs already have fans paying close attention. Let’s start with the Redmi K80 Ultra. Positioned to compete directly with the likes of the iQOO Neo 10 Pro+ and the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra, this device is shaping up to be a serious powerhouse. At its core is the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chip, paired with a robust 7,400mAh battery and blazing-fast 120W charging. That’s a big battery and with that kind of charging speed, users probably won’t be left waiting long to get back to full power. Redmi’s marketing lead in China, Wang Teng Thomas, didn’t hold back in hyping the phone. He called it the most “luxurious performer” in its price bracket roughly 3,000 Yuan, or about $420. He’s also promised noticeable improvement...

Samsung has quietly begun rolling out the second beta version of its upcoming One UI 8 software for the Galaxy S25 lineup, with users in India, South Korea, the UK, Germany, and Poland reporting access to the update. Based on Android 16, the new build is being pushed out to Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra users enrolled in the beta program. The update, clocking in at roughly 1.2GB, appears to focus mostly on refining the user experience. While there’s no flashy redesign, it includes a number of subtle but useful tweaks and bug fixes. One notable addition is a new feedback feature designed to enhance interpreter performance a small change that could make a difference for frequent users of live translation tools. According to posts from users on Samsung's community forums and social platforms like X (formerly Twitter), the beta 2 build carries firmware versions like S938NKSU4ZYF3 or S938NOKR4ZYF3, depending on the region. The update seems to be rolling out in waves, so not everyone m...

AHMEDABAD — In a devastating air disaster that has shaken the world, an Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, killing more than 290 people. Authorities have called it the deadliest aviation tragedy in over a decade. Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner AI171 Crashes in Ahmedabad: Black Box Recovered, Pilot Sumit Sabharwal Among Survivors – Vijay Rupani Issues Statement The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers and crew, had barely left the runway when it slammed into a medical college hostel during lunch hour, setting off a massive blaze and claiming lives on the ground as well. Among the deceased was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani . So far, only one confirmed survivor has emerged 40 year old Ramesh Viswashkumar, who had been seated in 11A, right beside an emergency exit. From his hospital bed, he described the horrifying moments after takeoff. “There was this loud bang, and then we went down. It all happened so fast...

In a sugary surprise that’s got fans buzzing, The Pokémon Company has teamed up with The Hershey Company for a nostalgic chocolate collection that brings back the original stars of the Kanto region. Yep — Pikachu, Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle are making their way to candy aisles this summer, and longtime fans might find themselves flashing back to the ‘90s, when Pokémon themed sweets were a staple of school lunchboxes and after school snacks. The new line includes both full size and snack size Hershey’s bars, along with Hershey’s Kisses, all decked out with artwork featuring some of the most beloved Pokémon from the original 151. Full size bars will come in 12 different designs, while snack-size bars will feature 18 each showcasing a mix of Pokémon and iconic Poké Balls. But the real collector’s hunt? All 151 Kanto Pokémon will appear on the foil wrappers of Hershey’s Kisses. That’s a lot of unwrapping. For the die-hard trainers, Hershey’s is offering a fun way to keep track of ...

Raven Software’s latest patch for Call of Duty: Warzone was supposed to smooth things out for players in Season 4. Instead, it kicked off a fresh wave of frustration especially in Ranked Play. The developers pushed out an update on June 11 to correct an issue where some players had been unfairly dropped to a lower rank at the season’s start. On paper, it sounded like a fair fix. In practice? It accidentally set off a leaderboard meltdown. Here’s what happened: Players who were affected by the initial bug were meant to get back the Skill Rating (SR) they had lost plus whatever SR they’d earned since. To ease the transition, they were also given three matches’ worth of demotion protection. But somewhere in the math, things went sideways. A number of players suddenly received huge SR boosts upwards of 5,000 points instantly catapulting them into Warzone’s top 250 rankings. That sort of jump is practically unheard of in a grind-heavy mode like Ranked Play. And predictably, it didn’t go ove...

If you're in the market for a smartphone that checks all the boxes sleek looks, solid performance, and a camera that actually lives up to the hype the Vivo V50 might just be worth a look. Especially if you're someone who's always posting on Instagram, vlogging on the go, or simply can't resist a good selfie. What really makes this device stand out is its 50MP front-facing autofocus camera. It’s not just there for show it delivers sharp, detailed shots that feel tailor-made for content creators and selfie lovers alike. Originally launched in February at ₹34,999, the Vivo V50 is currently listed at ₹32,999 on Vijay Sales. So right off the bat, you’re saving ₹2,000 without doing much. And yes, there are additional offers stacked on top if you’re smart about payment methods. For instance, using a Kotak credit card will get you an extra 10% instant discount up to ₹2,500 bringing the effective price down to ₹30,499. That’s a total savings of ₹4,500 compared to its original la...