This week, the tech industry was filled with exciting smartphone and device launches that catered to a wide variety of needs and budgets. While POCO pushed performance boundaries with the massive batteries of the X8 Pro series, Samsung made 5G available to the general public with the Galaxy M17e 5G. OPPO, meanwhile, made a big impact with a number of debuts, such as the high-end foldable Locate the N6 gadget.
Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
Launched in India on March 17, the Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G is a low-cost 5G smartphone starring a 6.7-inch HD+ 120Hz display. It features a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and a large 6,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging. It runs One UI 8, which is based on Android 16, features a 50MP back camera, and supports AI technologies like Google Gemini and Circle to Search. It has IP54 dust and splash protection and costs Rs 13,999.
POCO X8 Pro and Pro Max
In India, POCO launched the X8 Pro series. While the X8 Pro is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra chip and a 6,500mAh battery, the premium X8 Pro Max has a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s CPU and a massive 9,000mAh battery. Starting on March 23, the X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max will be priced at Rs 32,999 and Rs 42,999, each, on Flipkart.
OPPO K14
The OPPO K14 5G has a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 CPU and a 6.75-inch display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz. Its IP68/IP69 ratings and Military-Grade MIL-STD-810H certification attest to its robust strength. It has 45W SUPERVOOC rapid charging and a large 7,000mAh battery. Starting at Rs 17,999 in India, it will be available for purchase on Flipkart and the OPPO e-store on March 20.
OPPO Find N6
The OPPO Find N6 is a high-end foldable smartphone with a 6,000mAh battery, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 engine, and a “Zero-Feel Crease” design. A 50MP ultra-wide lens, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 200MP main sensor make up the Hasselblad Master Camera System. With an 8.12-inch internal display that can run up to four programs at the same time, the gadget runs ColorOS 16. On March 20, it will premiere in a select locations.
OPPO A6S 5G
The OPPO A6s 5G, which debuted in India for Rs 18,999, is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 CPU. It has a 6.75-inch LCD screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The company promises more than 22 hours of video playback and up to 882 hours of standby time. A sizable 6,500mAh battery with 45W quick charging powers it. The phone boasts AI GameBoost for better gaming performance and runs ColorOS 15 on Android 15.
Vivo T5x 5G
The Vivo T5x 5G, the first smartphone in Vivo’s new T5 series, was released in India for ₹18,999. It features a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo CPU, a 6.76-inch FHD+ 120Hz display, and a massive 7,200mAh battery with 44W wired charging. It has Military-Grade certification, IP68 and IP69+ certifications, and OriginOS 6, which is based on Android 16.
AirPods Max 2
The H2 chip-powered AirPods Max 2 from Apple delivers notable upgrades, like as noise reduction that is up to 1.5 times more effective than the prior model. Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and Live Translation are some of its AI-powered abilities. The headphones will be available for pre-order starting on March 25 and will cost Rs 67,900 in India. They will come in five colors: Midnight, Starlight, Orange, Purple, and Blue.
