Portronics Beem 500 smart projector with 16W built-in speaker, 8K upscaling launched in India: price, specs

Portronics Beem 500 smart projector with 16W built-in speaker, 8K upscaling launched in India: price, specs | Tech Tips

Highlights The Portronics Beem 500 can be used for watching movies and playing games.  Compatible content can be upscaled to 8K.  Portronics has expanded its range of projectors in India. The latest offering is the Beem 500 in the homegrown brand’s Beem series. The device offers an enhanced home entertainment expereince and packs smart features….

New OnePlus tablet key specifications tipped; might be rebrand of OPPO Pad 3

New OnePlus tablet key specifications tipped; might be rebrand of OPPO Pad 3 | Tech Tips

Highlights The OnePlus tablet will flaunt an 11.6-inch 2.8K display with a 144Hz refresh rate. It will be equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset and a 9520mAh battery. OnePlus is likely working on a new tablet following the launch of the OnePlus Pad 2 in India and globally. While the brand hasn’t revealed the…

Google silently extends software update cycle for Pixel Fold, Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series

Google silently extends software update cycle for Pixel Fold, Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series | Tech Tips

Highlights Google Pixel Fold, Pixel 7 and Pixel 6 years were originally promised three years of updates. Google is now extending the support for the phones for two more years. The previous generation Pixel phones will now get OS updates until Android 18. Google has silently updated its support page to show the Pixel 6,…

OnePlus, Realme might adopt sub-flagship Qualcomm chipset over Snapdragon 8 Elite next year: report

OnePlus, Realme might adopt sub-flagship Qualcomm chipset over Snapdragon 8 Elite next year: report | Tech Tips

Highlights Smartphone brands might adopt the chipset instead of the Snapdragon 8 Elite due to rising costs. Domestic chipmakers reportedly plan to use TSMC’s N+3 process, while Samsung may develop chips using its SF2 technology. Several flagship phones, including the OnePlus 13, Realme GT 7 Pro, and iQOO 13, were announced recently with the Qualcomm Snapdragon…

Google’s December Pixel Feature Drop brings new Gemini features, security improvements and more

Google’s December Pixel Feature Drop brings new Gemini features, security improvements and more | Tech Tips

Highlights The new Pixel Feature Drop automatically categories screenshots for easy access. Google Gemini can now render your preferences and interests. Google Pixel Studio stickers are now directly accessible from Gboard keyboard. Google has announced the December Pixel Feature Drop update to eligible Pixel phones. The update brings new ways to use Gemini, camera improvements,…

Tecno Phantom V Fold 2, Phantom V Flip 2 with 50MP cameras, 70W fast charging launched in India: price, specifications

Tecno Phantom V Fold 2, Phantom V Flip 2 with 50MP cameras, 70W fast charging launched in India: price, specifications | Tech Tips

Highlights Tecno has launched both devices at introductory prices. This makes them the cheapest foldable phones in India. Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and V Flip 2 are its second batch of foldable.  Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2 foldable phones have been launched in India. Both devices have been introduced…

WhatsApp brings iMessage-like Typing Indicators feature for engaging conversations

WhatsApp brings iMessage-like Typing Indicators feature for engaging conversations | Tech Tips

Highlights WhatsApp has launched the new Typing Indicators feature to improve real-time communication in chats. With this update, users will find a visual “…” cue at the bottom of the screen when someone starts typing in a group or one-on-one chat. The feature was initially announced for select beta testers in October. WhatsApp has been working…

New JioPhone bags BIS certification in India: could it be JioPhone Prima 2 dual SIM?

New JioPhone bags BIS certification in India: could it be JioPhone Prima 2 dual SIM? | Tech Tips

Highlights The JioPhone that received the BIS verification has the model number JFP1AE-DS. The regular JioPhone Prima 2 also bears the same model number, except for the DS suffix. Reliance-backed Jio could be working on a new feature phone as it has now secured the BIS certification. While the listing doesn’t reveal any hardware specifications…

Rumoured OnePlus Ace 5 Mini tipped to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 50MP Sony IMX906 main camera

Rumoured OnePlus Ace 5 Mini tipped to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 50MP Sony IMX906 main camera | Tech Tips

Highlights The OnePlus Ace 5 Mini will boast a 6.3-inch display with 1.5K resolution. The alleged OnePlus Ace 5 Mini will flaunt a 50MP Sony IMX906 main camera. It is tipped to be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. While the OnePlus Ace 5 series phones, including the Ace 5 and Ace 5…

New OPPO smartwatch listing on MIIT suggests rebranded OnePlus Watch 3

New OPPO smartwatch listing on MIIT suggests rebranded OnePlus Watch 3 | Tech Tips

Highlights The OPPO watch has the model number OWW251, almost similar to the alleged OnePlus Watch 3 (OPWWE251) The MIIT certification suggests the OPPO smartwatch may come with LTE and eSIM support. OPPO recently launched its Reno 13 series in China and is working on debuting the phones in global markets, including India. However, it…