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Nokia 2.4 review: One for “stock” Android fans only

The sub-Rs 10,000 smartphone segment has gotten a lot interesting this year. Brands such as Realme, Xiaomi, Poco, Motorola, and Samsung have come up with highly competitive offerings that offer the ultimate bang-for-buck. For stock Android fans, it was Motorola delivering with the Moto G9 and Moto E7 Plus in this segment. Nokia now wants

Author
Amritanshu Mukherjee

08:28 PM
Nov 26, 2020

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Xiaomi Mi Notebook 14 e-Learning Edition review: A new benchmark for budget laptops

Earlier this year, I wanted to buy an affordable laptop for work (under Rs 40,000) this year but after seeing what's available on the shelves, I was convinced to rely on my tortoise-of-an-office-laptop and the review units for now (yeah, I don't have my own PC despite reviewing hundreds of them in a year). Honestly,

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

04:44 PM
Nov 26, 2020

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OnePlus Buds Z review: The new favorite at Rs 3,000

In the last few months, we have seen a bunch of truly good TWS earbuds within a budget of Rs 5,000. Oppo's Enco W31 and W51 have impressed us highly with their overall sound signature. The OnePlus Buds also put on a good show while Xiaomi's Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 doesn't fall back either.

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

10:20 AM
Nov 25, 2020

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Dell XPS 15 9500 (2020) review: One of the finest PC experiences

If you have wanted a fine Windows PC experience, the Dell XPS range of laptops has been the easiest recommendation since an eternity. Whether you pick up a 13-inch or 15-inch variant, the XPS laptops do not compromise on performance and form factor -a rarity in the world of Windows laptops. The XPS 15, which

Author
Amritanshu Mukherjee

06:09 PM
Nov 20, 2020

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Assassin’s Creed Valhalla review (PC, Xbox Series X): An epic yet endless adventure

The Assasin's Creed franchise is at a stage where it is exploring various cultures in different time periods while keeping in touch with its old-school assassin-based gameplay. After a fairly enjoyable Odyssey, Valhalla is the next installment and it promises to let you take on a Viking establishing presence in England. The trailers have been

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

10:50 AM
Nov 19, 2020

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Apple iPhone 12 review: Quite a superstar

Crowning a smartphone a "superstar" isn't an easy deal. You can't simply put the tag on a phone just because it wears the Apple logo. The market is flooded with innovative Android phones that are just as good, if not better, than all the new iPhone 12 variants (at least on paper). I am privileged

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

05:07 PM
Nov 17, 2020

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Lenovo Legion 5i (2020) review: Reasonable gaming package for casual gamers

Lenovo's Legion lineup of gaming laptops has proven to be a safe bet for most PC gamers over the years. You can always find a Legion model at a reasonable price with decent specifications and solid build quality. Moreover, Lenovo is one of the few brands that keeps updating its offerings with the latest Intel

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

05:30 PM
Nov 12, 2020

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Review: A unique take on wireless sound

Samsung's uniquely designed true wireless Galaxy Buds Live were launched globally alongside the Galaxy Note 20 series in August at the Galaxy Unpacked event. While we were anticipating a delayed launch in India due to the ongoing pandemic situation, Samsung took no time in bringing these to the country as well. The company launched Galaxy

Author
Hitesh Arora

01:03 PM
Nov 12, 2020

Gaming

Xbox Series X first impressions (Indian unit): Next-gen is exciting

The year 2020 may not be worthy of marking it up on the scrapbook for most people but it surely proved to be an interesting year for gamers. Apart from a bunch of exciting games, both Sony and Microsoft released their next-generation consoles in the last few months. While the Sony PS5 is yet to

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

06:27 PM
Nov 11, 2020

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Realme Buds Air Pro review: Made redundant by the Oppo Enco W51

When you are shopping tech at a highly restricted budget, you expect it to have a few caveats. Be it smartphones, headphones, laptops, TVs, or anything, a cheaper option cuts down in a lot of areas to make the cheaper price possible. When Realme announced the Buds Air last year, it felt cheap right out

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

07:46 PM
Nov 04, 2020

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Apple Watch SE review: A taste of the finest

If you have wanted the proper smartwatch experience, there has nothing been better than an Apple Watch. Over the years, it has come across as the ultimate wearable technology you can have on your wrist. It has reliable health-tracking features that have actually saved lives, looks great, and literally acts as an extension to an

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

05:49 PM
Nov 03, 2020

Gaming

Watch Dogs Legion review: An exciting hackathon for everyone

When the first teaser for Watch Dogs: Legion dropped many months ago, I was so excited to see Ubisoft take a different approach for the next Watch Dogs title. The trailer showcasing an elderly woman forming a part of the resistance and hacking her way through enemies. A setup like this was something the open-world

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

05:07 PM
Nov 02, 2020

Mobiles

Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro review: A zingy flagship experience

Smartphone brands are obsessed with the term "flagship". Head over to social media and there's some smartphone brand announcing a new "flagship" phone at unbelievably lowly prices. A Snapdragon 865, a 90Hz refresh rate display, quad-cameras, fast charging - these are so common in 2020 that I end up yawning at spec sheets these days.

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

05:47 PM
Oct 30, 2020

Mobiles

Poco C3 review: A fancy option for buyers on a budget

So you say you want to buy a phone with a budget of no more than Rs 9,000? What are your options? Realme has its C11, Narzo 10A, Narzo 20A, and C12 on the shelves. Xiaomi outdoes Realme with a vast array of options at similar prices. From the Redmi stable, you have the Redmi

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

08:08 PM
Oct 28, 2020

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Apple iPad 8th Gen review: A sweet “second” PC

I have been a loyal iPad user since 2017 and I swear by it as my second PC. There's no other device in my collection that offers as much versatility and convenience as the iPad. It has a more-than-enough big screen, a more-than-enough PC-like performance for mobile computing, and more-than-enough battery life for a tablet

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

05:27 PM
Oct 27, 2020

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Realme 7i review: For the sake of newness

Realme has been bombarding the smartphone market with at least 3 phones every month ever since the lockdown lifted. While it is a pain for us reviewers to frantically keep swapping our SIM cards every week, having more options is always better. In pursuit of giving options, Realme came up with the Realme 7i -

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Amritanshu Mukherjee

08:37 PM
Oct 24, 2020

Review

Vivo V20 Review: Best selfie camera phone with stunning design

The Rs 25,000 smartphone segment is getting quite crowded. There are already quite a few phones with focus on specific areas, while some offer a well-balanced experience at a reasonable price. The Vivo V20 is the latest phone to join the mid-range segment. With this device, the brand has focused on offering a captivating design

Author
Ankita Garg

08:01 AM
Oct 23, 2020

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Realme Buds Wireless Pro review: Best under Rs 5,000?

Realme just recently launched two new audio products in India. One of them is Realme Buds Wireless Pro, which is the fourth neckband-style earphones from the company. The very first earphones from Realme costs just Rs 499 and the new one is currently the most premium offering with a few exceptional features at its price

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Ankita Garg

04:41 PM
Oct 22, 2020

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Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i (2020) review: Great for work-from-home computing

For those seeking a slim and lightweight laptop, the Lenovo Yoga series has been one of the best recommendations sitting with a price tag of less than Rs 1 lakh. The Slim series, in particular, has impressed consumers with its stylish yet portable design, paired with reliable performance. For this year, Lenovo has updated the

Author
Amritanshu Mukherjee

08:33 AM
Oct 21, 2020

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Amazfit Bip U review: Goodbye puny fitness bands

A few years ago, Amazfit made a dashing entry in India with the Bip - a low-cost fitness tracker with the looks of a smartwatch. It sold truckloads and to this day, Amazfit keeps refining it to keep its cash registers flowing. The Bip S in its current avatar is a great option for fitness