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Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ review: Beauty with brains under Rs 50,000
Unnati Gusain •The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ gets plenty right, from its premium design and fluid performance to its capable cameras and clean software. But, it is not without flaws. This leads us to ponder on: is it worth your money?

OnePlus N series announced, may finally enter the sub-Rs 20,000 segment
Tech •OnePlus has teased a new N series for India, signalling its entry into the fiercely competitive budget smartphone segment. While details remain scarce, reports suggest the new lineup could bring OnePlus devices below the Rs 20,000 mark, expanding the company's reach beyond flagship and Nord smartphones.

Best phones under Rs 100,000 (June 2026): Apple iPhone 17, Vivo X300 Pro to Samsung Galaxy S26 5G
Ameya Dalvi •Here are the top smartphones worth buying under a lakh Rupees in India.

The iPhone effect? New research links smartphone boom to declining birth rates
Tech •For years, economists have blamed financial pressures, changing social norms and rising living costs for declining birth rates. Now, new research suggests smartphones may also be playing a role. Studies from the US and beyond indicate that the digital revolution may have reshaped relationships, social behaviour and fertility.

Best phones under Rs 60,000 (May 2026): OnePlus 13, Vivo X200T to Motorola Signature
Ameya Dalvi •From ample processing power to high quality cameras, you can have it all.

Is your phone overheating in this summer heat? Here’s what you should do
Unnati Gusain •If your smartphone has been heating up unusually fast this summer, you are not alone. Rising temperatures can affect battery life, charging speeds and overall performance. From avoiding direct sunlight to changing how you charge and use your device, a few simple habits can help keep your phone cooler and safer.

Best phones under Rs 50,000 (May 2026): Poco X8 Pro Max, Realme GT 7 Pro to iQOO 15R
Ameya Dalvi •Here are the best smartphones worth buying under Rs 50,000 in India this month.

‘Best time to buy a phone was yesterday’: Nothing India head explains why smartphones may only get more expensive
Unnati Gusain •Smartphone prices in India are rising sharply in 2026, and Nothing believes the trend is only getting started. According to the company, soaring memory chip prices driven by the AI boom are forcing brands to rethink pricing strategies, making phones costlier even months after launch instead of gradually becoming cheaper.

Best phones under Rs 40,000 (May 2026): OnePlus 13R, Google Pixel 9a to Realme GT 7
Ameya Dalvi •There are some great smartphone options available within a budget of Rs 40,000. Here are our top picks.

How screen addiction is harming children: India’s top doctors explain
Toufiq Rashid •Children are spending more time on gadgets like phones and video games, which is bad for their bodies and minds. From autism to declining IQs, research points to several side effects. Can laws to restrict screentime help?



