A plethora of new technology and gadgets, ranging from low-cost to high-end, were introduced this week. POCO launched the C85 5G with a huge 6000 mAh battery in India, while Lava unveiled the Play Max 5G with a big full-HD+ display and powerful performance.
Nothing unveiled the community-designed smartphone called the Phone (3a) Community Edition. Google expanded access to advanced AI by launching its AI Plus subscription option. Expect more gadget news as the year closes.
POCO C85 5G
POCO launched the C85 5G smartphone in India. It has a 6000mAh battery and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor. The 6.9-inch HD+ display on the smartphone features a refresh rate of 120 Hz, has a dual-tone design, and is 7.99 mm thick. The POCO C85 can reportedly run for more than two days on a single charge.
Lava Play Max
The Lava Play Max is the latest addition to Lava’s Play series collection. The 6.72-inch fullHD+ display on the smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz. It has a 5,000mAh battery and a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor. This smartphone is said to be the first in its class to have a vapour chamber, which helps sustain steady thermal performance during extended gaming or multitasking.
Nothing Phone 3a Community Edition
Nothing launched the Phone 3a Community Edition, a unique version of the Phone 3a created based on concepts and designs submitted by Nothing community members. It includes winning entries in the areas of hardware, software, accessories, and marketing. The Nothing Phone 3a Community Edition will only be accessible during a unique drop event in Bengaluru on December 13.
Huawei Mate X7
One month after the latest book-style foldable smartphone launched in China, the Huawei Mate X7 made its debut worldwide on Thursday. The Kirin 9030 Pro processor powers the new Mate X7 variant, which also has 512GB of storage and 12GB of RAM. The single 16GB RAM + 512GB storage version of the Huawei Mate X7 costs EUR 2,099 (about ₹2,20,000) in Europe. It comes in Nebula Red, Brocade White, and Black.
Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G, Note 15 Pro 5G
Months after their debut in China, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G, Note 15 Pro 5G, and Note 15 5G were launched in Poland. The regular model features a 108-megapixel primary camera, whereas the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G include a 200-megapixel back camera. The 8GB + 256GB version of the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G costs PLN 1,999, or around ₹49,000.
Honor Magic 8 Lite
The Honor Magic 8 Lite has been officially unveiled in the United Kingdom. With its massive 7,500mAh silicon-carbon battery, strengthened body, and superior water and dust resistance, the smartphone is designed to withstand tough daily usage. It has a 6.79-inch 1.5K OLED screen with a peak HDR brightness of 6,000 nits and a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
OnePlus 15R Ace Edition
The smartphone maker has revealed that the OnePlus 15R would be available in three colour options ahead of its official launch in India. The Electric Violet model, also known as the OnePlus 15R Ace Edition, will make its debut on December 17, alongside Charcoal Black and Mint Green.
Jolla Phone
Jolla’s new privacy-focused Linux-based smartphone, the Jolla Phone, signifies the company’s return to the smartphone market. The Jolla Phone has a 6.36-inch full-HD AMOLED screen with a 20:9 aspect ratio and a pixel density of around 390 pixels. According to Jolla, the typical retail price is expected to be between EUR 599 (about ₹62,900) and EUR 699 (approximately ₹73,400). It will be available in Norway, Switzerland, the UK, and EU countries.
