Weekly Tech Recap: Top Announcements from the World of Technology This Week

Last week, there were many exciting updates in the tech world. We saw the launch of new smartphones and laptops, along with some interesting new features announced for Google's AI platform, Gemini. This week, the trend continued with more smartphone releases. Smartphone OEMs, including OnePlus, Motorola and Redmi introduced their latest models - Edge 60 series, the OnePlus 13T and the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro.

In addition to the smartphones, Instagram made a big move by launching a new video editing app called Edits. Let's take a closer look at some of the top announcements that grabbed attention in the tech world this week.

OPPO K13 5G Launched in India

The OPPO K13 5G was launched earlier this week, priced at Rs 17,999. The smartphone comes with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, a 120Hz AMOLED display, 50MP dual rear cameras and a massive 7,000 mAh battery with 80W wired fast charging support.

Xiaomi's Made-in-India Redmi Watch Move Launched

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Watch Move, its first locally made smartwatch in India. At ₹1,999, the device offers a 1.85-inch AMOLED display, Xiaomi's HyperOS, 140+ workout modes, and up to 14 days of battery life.

Vivo Unveils X200 Ultra and X200s

The Vivo X200 Ultra was launched in China, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 2K curved LTPO display, 50MP triple cameras with support for 4K video recording, and a 6,000 mAh battery with 90W wired and 40W wireless charging capabilities. The handset also includes two dedicated camera chips: the vivo V3+ for post-processing and the new vivo VS1 for enhancing exposure and focus.

In addition, the brand launched the X200s smartphone with a 6.67-inch LTPS display, the Dimensity 9400+ SoC and an Icefield liquid cooling system. The Vivo X200s is also equipped with a 6200mAh battery that supports both wired fast charging at 90W and wireless fast charging at 40W.

Flipkart Moves Headquarters Back To India from Singapore

Flipkart has announced its decision to relocate its headquarters from Singapore back to India. The company describes this shift as a "natural evolution," aligning its holding structure with core operations and the vast potential of the Indian economy. Click here to read more regarding the same.

ASUS Unveils Vivobook S14 and Vivobook S14 Flip

ASUS India has introduced two new additions to its Vivobook series, the Vivobook S14 and Vivobook S14 Flip, aimed at balancing performance, portability, and versatility.

Vivo T4 5G Launched in India

Vivo has launched the T4 5G in India, featuring an AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, and a massive 7300mAh battery.

Instagram Introduces Edits App

Instagram has launched Edits app, which is available on both iOS and Android. It lets users create and manage videos directly from their phones. From crafting reels to tracking and analyzing video performance, the app offers a comprehensive set of tools.

Honor GT Pro Launched

Honor has launched the GT Pro in China, featuring a 144Hz LTPO OLED display, the self-developed HONOR C1+ RF enhancement chip, and boasts IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance.

Motorola Launches Moto Tag in India

Motorola has launched the Moto Tag in India, a stylish device for easily tracking your items, featuring durability, long battery life, and Google integration.

China Launches World's First 10G Network

China rolls out the world's first 10G broadband network with speeds up to 9834 Mbps. These speeds could allow someone to download roughly nine full HD movies in a single second.

Meta Confirms Arrival of Ray-Ban Glasses in India

Meta has confirmed the launch of its Ray-Ban smart glasses in India, which were first introduced in September 2023 in partnership with EssilorLuxottica.

YouTube Turns 20

YouTube celebrated its 20th anniversary this week with a handful of exciting new features. To mark the milestone, it announced new features like Multiview for YouTube TV, voice replies for creators, mood-based music stations, and playful easter eggs.

OPPO A5 Pro 5G Launched

The OPPO A5 Pro was launched in India this week, featuring an IP69 rating, a 5,800mAh battery with 45W charging, and AI tools.

OnePlus 13T Launched

OnePlus has launched the OnePlus 13T in China, which comes with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, a 6260mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging, and a new shortcut key that replaces the traditional Alert Slider.

HP Expands AI PC Lineup in India

HP launches AI-powered EliteBooks, ProBooks, and OmniBooks in India, integrating on-device AI for productivity, security, and collaboration.

Motorola Edge 60, 60 Pro Launched

Motorola has officially launched the Edge 60 and Edge 60 Pro globally. They have a quad-curved p-OLED display, are powered by Dimensity chipsets, and come with IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance.

Redmi Turbo 4 Pro Launched

The Redmi Turbo 4 Pro has launched in China, boasting the powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, a massive 7,550mAh battery, and a 50MP dual rear camera setup.

Realme 14T 5G Launched in India

The Realme 14T 5G has been launched in India, featuring a massive battery with fast-charging, the Dimensity 6300 chipset, and an IP69 rating.

Motorola Razr 60, Razr 60 Ultra Annouced

The Motorola Razr 60 and the Razr 60 Ultra were launched globally, which come with pOLED LTPO screens, dual rear camera setup, and Android 15-based MyUX.