Xiaomi Pad 7 has officially made its India debut with a series of new features and upgrades over the Pad 6. It features an 11.2-inch 3.2k 144Hz LCD screen with a Nano Texture Display option that offers anti-glare and anti-reflective features. The company said that this reduces 99% of interference light, reduces reflectivity by 65%, and provides better eye protection, so it is clear even under intense light.

Xiaomi Pad 7: Price and Availability

The Xiaomi Pad 7 will sell in Graphite Grey, Sage Green and Mirage Purple colours. It will retail at Rs 27,999 for the 8 GB/128 GB model, while the 12 GB/256 GB variant comes at Rs 30,999, and the 12 GB/256 GB nano texture display edition will cost Rs 32,999.

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The Xiaomi Pad 7 will start selling on January 13 on Amazon, Xiaomi retail, and the company’s website.

Xiaomi Pad 7: Specifications

Xiaomi Pad 7 comes with an 11.2-inch LCD 3K display with a 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10 support. The tablet also gets Dolby Vision support and a peak brightness of 800 nits. Under the hood, the tablet comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 and up to 12GB RAM. It runs on Android 15-based HyperOS 2 and is backed by a hefty 8,850 mAh battery and 45W fast charging support. The tablet has a 13MP camera with 1/3.06″ sensor, f/2.2 aperture, PDAF and 8MP OV08D 1/4″ 1.12μm front camera with f/2.28 aperture.

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Pad 7 has USB Type-C audio, Dolby Atmos, 4 Speakers, 4 microphones Dust and water-resistant (IP52) and Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 ax (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C USB3.2 Gen1. It also has various AI features, including writing tools, live subtitles, Xiaomi Creation, etc.

Realme has revealed its Republic Day Sale in India, set to begin on January 13, featuring impressive deals on a range of Realme smartphones, earphones and IOT items. The offers will be accessible through the company's India site, Amazon, and Flipkart. The Realme P2 Pro 5G is assured to get as much as Rs. 5,000 off during the sale. The Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G and Realme GT 7 Pro will also be offered at significantly reduced prices during the sale. The special Realme Republic Day Sale offers discounts of up to Rs. 500 on Realme Buds T310 and also on Buds T110.

Realme unveils deals on Smartphones and IoT Devices
In the forthcoming Realme Republic Day Sale, the Realme P2 Pro 5G will begin at Rs. 17,999. This indicates a reduction of Rs. 4,000 off the standard initial price of the smartphone. Likewise, the Realme GT 7 Pro is set to begin with a price of Rs. 54,999 rather than the initial price of Rs. 59,999. The premium version of the phone featuring 16GB RAM and 512GB storage will be priced at Rs. 59,999, reduced from Rs. 65,999.

The Realme 14x will receive a price of Rs. 1,000 off and begin at Rs. 13,999 during the forthcoming sale, whereas the Realme 13 Pro will be priced at Rs. 23,999, rather than Rs. 26,999.

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The starting 6GB+128GB version of Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G will be available for purchase at a cost of Rs. 14,499, rather than Rs. 16,999. The Realme GT 6T is set to be priced at Rs. 23,999, decreased from the initial price of Rs. 30,999. The premium version of the phone will cost Rs. 29,999, reduced from Rs. 39,999. The Realme 13+ 5G has been confirmed to be sold at a starting price of Rs. 16,999, during the sale instead of Rs. Twenty thousand nine hundred ninety-nine

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The Realme Buds Air 6 will receive a price of Rs. Discount of 500, reducing the price to Rs. 2,799, rather than Rs. 3,299. Likewise, the Realme Buds T310 will be priced at Rs. 1,999, decreased from Rs. Two thousand one hundred ninety-nine. The price of the Realme Buds T110 will be Rs. 1,099, rather than Rs. 1,499.

Notably, Realme's Republic Day sale will start on January 13 and run until January 19 via the official Realme website, Amazon, and Flipkart. Buyers can get the discounts on the Realme GT 7 Pro via retail outlets.

Gaming Giant is excited about the Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo is yet to make any announcement or even drop a teaser about its upcoming handheld. Thankfully, while the gaming giant might be tight-lipped about its upcoming console, the leaks already give us a good idea of what to expect.

Leaked Renders Reveal a Sleek Redesign:

Recent leaks, including high-quality renders, suggest a significant redesign for the Switch 2. The console is expected to maintain its hybrid form, allowing for handheld and docked play. However, the renders point towards a larger display, potentially measuring 8.4 inches, a substantial upgrade from the current Switch models. This larger screen promises a more immersive gaming experience, especially for handheld play.

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Improved Design and Ergonomics:

The leaked images also showcase a refined design with smoother curves and potentially improved ergonomics. The Joy-Con controllers are rumoured to be redesigned, possibly with a more secure attachment mechanism and potentially new features like integrated motion or optical sensors for enhanced precision in certain games.

Hardware Upgrades and Performance Enhancements:

Switch 2 will receive a significant hardware upgrade, featuring a more powerful processor, likely based on Nvidia's latest architecture.

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This could enable the console to run more demanding games with higher resolutions and smoother frame rates and potentially support features like ray tracing and DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) for enhanced visual fidelity.

Release Window and Anticipation:

While an official release date remains unconfirmed, industry insiders are speculating a potential launch window in the latter half of 2024. This timeline would align with typical console release cycles and allow Nintendo to capitalise on the holiday season.

Oppo Reno 13 5G and Reno 13 Pro 5G were introduced in India on Thursday, two months following their launch in China. The latest Reno series smartphones operate on MediaTek's Dimensity 8350 processor and come equipped with 50-megapixel front cameras. The Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G features a triple rear camera arrangement, highlighted by a Sony IMX890 primary lens, whereas the standard version offers a dual rear camera system. They offer 80W wired rapid charging and come with a SignalBoost X1 chip.

Oppo Reno 13 5G, Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G Cost
The cost of the Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G begins at Rs. 49,999 for the variant with 12GB RAM + 256GB storage. The variant with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage is available for Rs. 54,999. It comes in Graphite Grey and Mist Lavender color choices.

The Oppo Reno 13 5G comes with a price of Rs. 37,999 for the standard 8GB + 128GB version, and Rs. 39,999 for the 8GB and 256GB choice. Both models will be available for purchase on Flipkart and Oppo's online store beginning January 11 at 12pm.

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Oppo Reno 13 5G, Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G Features
The Oppo Reno 13 5G series with Dual SIM (nano) operates on ColorOS 15, which is based on Android 15. The Pro version features a 6.83-inch 1.5K (1,272×2,800 pixels) screen that offers a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, delivering 450ppi pixel density and a maximum brightness of 1200nits.

The standard model features a marginally smaller 6.59-inch full-HD+(1,256×2,760 pixels) AMOLED display with a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz, a pixel density of 460ppi, and a peak brightness of 1,200nits. They asserted that they possess a frame made of aerospace-grade aluminium.

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The Oppo Reno 13 5G pair operates using a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor, combined with 12GB LPPDR5X RAM and as much as 512GB of UFS 3 storage.

Both models feature a 50-megapixel front-facing camera. The Pro version features a triple-camera setup, which includes a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 1/1.56-inch primary camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel JN5 telephoto sensor offering 3.5x optical zoom, up to 120x digital zoom, and OIS, along with an 8-megapixel OV08D sensor.

The regular Oppo Reno 13 5G boasts a dual rear camera arrangement, including a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide angle lens.

Connectivity features on the Oppo Reno 13 5G series consist of 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, and a USB Type-C port. They hold IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for resistance against dust and water. They comprise Oppo's specially designed X1 network chip, which is said to provide improved signal coverage.

The main Oppo Reno 13 Pro features a 5,800mAh battery that supports 80W wired fast charging. Regarding its dimensions, it has approximate measurements of 162.73×776.55×7.55mm and weighs 195 grams. The standard model features a 5,600mAh battery that supports 80W wired charging.