iQOO 15 Vs OnePlus 15 Price In India: The flagship battle just got more intense as iQOO and OnePlus have launched their latest premium smartphones in India, the iQOO 15 and OnePlus 15. After debuting in China last month, the iQOO 15 arrives as the brand’s third smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and the first in India to run OriginOS 6 based on Android 16 out of the box. It also brings a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, new Monster Halo ambient lighting under the camera module, and comes in Legend and Alpha Black colour options. On the other hand, the newly launched OnePlus 15 becomes the first smartphone in India to feature Qualcomm’s fastest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. OnePlus is also pushing its AI capabilities further with features like Plus Mind, Google Gemini integration, AI Recorder, AI Portrait Glow, AI Scan, and AI PlayLab, making it one of the most AI focused flagships of the year. With both brands offering top tier hardware and next generation software, lets have a quick look at the camera, battery, display, processor and other specs under the Rs 80,000 price segment. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source iQOO 15 Vs OnePlus 15: Display Both the iQOO 15 and OnePlus 15 offer the same display specifications. They feature a large 6.85-inch Samsung M14 8T LTPO AMOLED panel with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate and 2K resolution. The screens deliver 508 ppi pixel density and an impressive 6,000 nits of local peak brightness. Both phones also come with an anti-reflective film, Wet Finger Control for smooth usage even with wet hands, and triple ambient light sensors. In terms of display, there is no difference between the two smartphones. (Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra To Come With Bigger Battery Than Galaxy S25 Ultra: Check Expected Specs, India Launch and Sale Date) iQOO 15 Vs OnePlus 15: Design And Build Both smartphones share similar design dimensions, measuring 8.17mm in thickness and weighing around 220 grams. This makes them relatively slim for devices carrying such powerful internals and large displays. Thanks to its advanced cooling chamber, the iQOO 15 may feel cooler during extended gaming or high-performance tasks, but overall, both phones seem equally well-built. Notably, the OnePlus 15 weighs either 211 g or 215 g, depending on the variant. iQOO 15 Vs OnePlus 15: Processor And Performance Both devices are powered by Qualcomm’s latest 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with an Adreno GPU. They offer up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage, making them equally powerful on paper. However, iQOO highlights an 8K VC Cooling System with a large 8,000 sq mm heat dissipation area, which is expected to deliver better sustained performance during gaming or heavy usage. iQOO 15 Vs OnePlus 15: Camera On the camera front, the iQOO 15 offers a versatile triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP Sony IMX921 main sensor with OIS, a 50MP Sony IMX882 periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. On the front, it houses a 32MP camera for clear selfies and video calls. On the photography front, the OnePlus 15 comes with a 50-megapixel triple rear camera capable of 8K video recording. For selfies and video chats, there is a 32-megapixel shooter at the front. iQOO 15 Vs OnePlus 15: Battery And Charging  The iQOO 15 packs a massive 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, which is unusually large for a flagship phone. It supports 100W wired fast charging and 40W wireless charging. On the other hand, the OnePlus 15 smartphone is powered by a massive 7,300mAh silicon-carbon battery with support for 120W SuperVOOC wired and 50W AirVOOC wireless fast charging. iQOO 15 Vs OnePlus 15: Price The iQOO 15 starts at Rs 72,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant, while the 16GB + 512GB model is priced at Rs 79,999. For OnePlus15, the base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage costs Rs 72,999, whereas the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage option is available for Rs 75,999. Disclaimer: This comparison helps people choose smartphones wisely. It doesn’t favour any brand or model, just gives facts to help consumers understand their options better. 

HP Inc. has announced that it plans to cut between 4,000 and 6,000 jobs globally by fiscal 2028 as part of a larger effort to streamline its operations and increase its use of artificial intelligence. The company said the move will help speed up product development, improve customer service and boost overall productivity. Following the announcement, HP’s shares dropped 5.5 per cent in extended trading. HP CEO Enrique Lores said during a media briefing that employees working in product development, internal operations and customer support will be affected by the layoffs. He added that the cost-cutting plan is expected to generate about $1 billion in gross run-rate savings over the next three years. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “We expect this initiative will create $1 billion in gross run-rate savings over three years,” Lores added. Earlier this year, HP had already laid off more than 2,000 employees as part of an ongoing restructuring plan. This announcement comes at a time when the tech industry is witnessing a fresh wave of layoffs. According to layoff.fyi data, 21 companies laid off 18,510 employees in October alone. (Also Read: iQOO 15 India Launch Today: How To Watch Live; Check Expected Camera, Display, Battery, Processor, Price, Sale And Introductory Offers) Amazon recently revealed that it plans to cut over 14,000 corporate jobs as it shifts more focus and investment toward artificial intelligence. The company said the layoffs are part of its efforts to become leaner and reduce unnecessary bureaucracy. This would mark the largest round of corporate job cuts in Amazon’s history. In November, 20 tech companies had already laid off 4,545 workers. Synopsys, a major chip-design software company, carried out the biggest layoffs this month by cutting about 2,000 jobs, roughly 10 per cent of its workforce. A regulatory filing showed that the company reduced its staff to redirect investment toward new growth opportunities. So far in 2025, as many as 237 tech companies have laid off more than 1.1 million employees.

Popular video conferencing service Google Meet suffered a major service outage for several users in India on Wednesday. At 12:20 pm, outage monitoring platform Downdetector had noted at least 1,455 reports, mostly related to joining online meetings. The outage is a big blow to many remote workers and institutions, as many were forced to report connection failures and issues with the company’s servers, mainly when trying to join sessions via the Google Meet website. Users Vent Frustration On Social Media The sudden outage set off a storm of activity on social media platform X, with many users sharing their frustrations, some with dark humour at their sudden freedom from work. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Jokes and Confusion: One user joked, “google meet crashed before my will to work did,” while another noted the instability of service: “Google meet is down!! Why every big tech is going down this month?” The problem was organisational in nature, according to reports. As one user posted, “Google meet is down for everyone in my org but not for me.” Another user noticed the partial nature of the problem: “I can join the meet but my rest of the team is facing issues.” History Of Outages And Infrastructure Concerns This latest disruption in India added to a history of service issues with Google Meet, including a major outage earlier this year in the US. Previous US Outage: In September, Google Meet stopped working for over 15,000 users in the United States. Google later attributed that incident to a “recent change in content edge cache” that required its engineers to reverse the change to resolve the problem.  Greater Tech Instability: The Google Meet issues come just one week since an outage at the web-infrastructure firm Cloudflare took down several prominent global websites, including X, Canva, and ChatGPT. Cloudflare’s Chief Technology Officer, Dane Knecht, acknowledged the failure at the time, stating the company “failed” their customers “and the broader Internet.”  As of mid-afternoon, users were advised to monitor official channels for confirmation of service restoration across the affected areas. ALSO READ | Denied Food, Denied Google: Inside The ‘Ludicrous’ Horror Show At Shanghai Airport Over Arunachal Pradesh

Elista Xplore 4K Google TV Series Price In India: Elista has launched its new Xplore Google TV series in India, bringing three premium 4K models which include the TDU85GA (85-inches), TDU75GA (75-inches), and TDU65GA (65-inches). All three TVs offer the same hardware and software features, including a bezel less design, Google TV integration, HDR10, built-in Chromecast, Dual-Band Wi-Fi, Dolby Audio support and Google TV features. These 4K models are designed to enhance home entertainment with clear visuals, rich sound, and a smooth Google TV experience. Xplore 4K Google TV: TDU85GA (85-inches) Specifications The 4K Google TV features a large 215 cm 4K Ultra HD bezel less display with HDR10 and Dolby Audio, giving you a theatre like experience at home. It comes with 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, built in Chromecast and three HDMI ports. The TV delivers smooth performance and easy connectivity with gaming consoles, soundbars and media devices. With hands free “Hey Google” voice control and quick access to Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube and other OTT apps, it brings all your entertainment together in one simple Google TV interface. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source  Xplore 4K Google TV: TDU75GA (75-inches) Specifications The Xplore TDU75GA follows the same design approach and features a 189 cm 75 inch 4K UHD display with the same set of features. Its bezel less design, smooth Google TV interface, enhanced audio quality and strong connectivity options make it a good choice for large living rooms and premium viewing setups. Xplore 4K Google TV: TDU65GA (65-Inches) Specifications The Xplore TDU65GA comes with a 165 cm 65 inch 4K UHD display. Like the larger models, it includes Dolby Audio, HDR10 support, built-in Chromecast, and Dual Band Wi-Fi, providing an immersive viewing experience in a more compact size. It has the same 2GB RAM and 16GB storage, along with three HDMI ports. (Also Read: Google Denies Using Gmail Data To Train Gemini AI; How To Turn Off Smart Features On Desktop And Mobile App) Xplore 4K Google TV Series Price In India And Availability The Xplore Google TV series is now available in India with the TDU85GA 85-inch model priced at Rs 1,84,500, the TDU75GA 75-inch model at Rs 1,38,500, and the TDU65GA 65-inch model at Rs 73,990. Consumers can purchase all three models across the country through major retail partners starting today. 

Sanchar Saathi Portal: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced on Tuesday that its digital safety initiative, Sanchar Saathi, has enabled the recovery of more than 50,000 lost and stolen mobile handsets across India in October this year. “This record milestone reflects unwavering commitment to secure citizens’ digital assets and public trust in technology-driven governance. The overall recovery nationwide has also crossed the 7 lakh milestone,” according to an official statement. Karnataka and Telangana have emerged as top-performing states, each crossing 1 lakh recoveries, Maharashtra follows with over 80,000. The monthly recoveries of lost and stolen mobile phones have surged by 47 per cent from June to October 2025, underlining the system’s growing efficiency and reach. With the help of this system, more than one handset is being recovered every minute across the country, the statement said. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source At the core of this achievement is a robust, indigenously developed platform, integrating automated workflows and real-time device traceability. Sanchar Saathi’s advanced technology prevents the misuse of blocked devices. When a SIM is inserted into a reported handset, the system triggers alerts to both the registered citizen and the relevant police station, enabling faster and more efficient recovery. This success is the result of seamless collaboration. Police personnel across states/UTs, DoT’s Digital Intelligence Unit (DIU) and field formations (LSAs) have worked in close coordination to ensure devices are efficiently traced and returned to their rightful owners. Regular capacity-building programmes and partnerships with state and UT police forces have been critical in strengthening on-ground response and operational excellence, the statement said. DoT has urged citizens to download Sanchar Saathi app to not only report and block their lost or stolen mobile devices, but also to cross check genuineness of new and old devices that they intend to purchase. Citizens can also report suspected fraudulent calls and messages through this app and can cross check trusted contact details of banks and financial institutions.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Battery Upgrade: Samsung’s next premium flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, is expected to come with a bigger battery than the 5000 mAh unit in the current S25 series. Early reports suggest that the S26 Ultra could offer more than 5000 mAh, giving longer screen on time and better overall battery life, especially as more AI features are expected to run directly on the device. However, Samsung has not confirmed any specifications yet, but the battery upgrade is already one of the most talked about features of the upcoming flagship. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Battery Upgrade Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Samsung is testing battery packs larger than 5,000mAh for the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. The exact size isn’t confirmed yet, but the company is reportedly evaluating several high-density battery prototypes. This upgrade is likely meant to support more advanced on-device AI features, better cooling, and more efficient displays expected in the next model. Samsung may also use a new stacked battery design in the S26 Ultra, which increases capacity without making the phone bigger. (Also Read: HyperOS 3 Update To Roll Out For Xiaomi 14 Ultra Users In November; Check Expected Features And What You Should Do Before Updating) Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Specifications (Expected) It is tipped to feature a new 10-bit display capable of rendering over a billion colours, marking a significant leap from the older 8-bit panels. On the photography front, the smartphone may come with a suggesting a 200-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 10-megapixel telephoto unit offering 3x optical zoom. Under the hood, the phone may pack the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, paired with 12GB of RAM for enhanced performance. The charging department is also expected to improve, with faster 60W support that could reportedly power the device from 0–80% in just about 30 minutes. Adding further, Samsung is likely to expand its suite of Galaxy AI features, strengthening both on-device and hybrid AI processing for a more intelligent user experience. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: India Launch And Sale (Expected) Samsung is likely to launch the Galaxy S26 series in late January 2026, with sales reportedly starting in early February.