Several tech companies rolled out new products and updates this week, spanning smartphone launches, early teasers, and platform-level changes. Brands such as OPPO, Samsung, iQOO, and Microsoft were active across devices, wearables, and gaming.In India, smartphone maker OPPO has started offering the Reno 15C, highlighting upgraded camera capabilities and a large battery. The company is also set to roll out new models such as the OPPO K14X. Meanwhile, other brands are gearing up for upcoming launches, including Samsung’s Galaxy F70e, positioned as a budget smartphone for the Indian market.From newly launched smartphones and upcoming models to smart glasses and console game releases, here is a quick roundup of the key tech developments this week.
OPPO Reno 15C
The Chinese mobile manufacturer launched Reno 15C, which costs ₹34,999 for the 8 GB/256 GB variant and ₹37,999 for the 12 GB/256 GB model, in India. It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 CPU, which has a 6.57-inch flat AMOLED display at 120 Hz, a huge 7,000 mAh battery, and 80 W fast charging. Pre-orders are already available, and sales will start on February 5.iQOO 15 UltraThe iQOO 15 Ultra, a new premium smartphone with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 CPU and a 7,400 mAh battery that supports fast wired and wireless charging, was officially launched in China. It has an advanced Ice Dome cooling system with an active fan, a 6.85-inch 2K LTPO AMOLED display with a refresh rate of up to 144 Hz, and shoulder buttons designed for gaming.Oppo A6i+ 5GWith a 50 MP dual back camera configuration and a sizable 7,000 mAh battery with 45 W rapid charging, the Oppo A6i+ 5G has made its official debut in China. The phone’s MediaTek Dimensity 6300 CPU powers its 6.75-inch HD+ display, which has a refresh rate of 120 Hz. Pre-orders are available before its February 6 release, and it comes in a variety of storage configurations and colour choices like Wilderness Green, Titanium Rock Purple, and othersSamsung Galaxy F70e 5GSamsung plans to introduce the Galaxy F70e 5G in India on February 9, which features a 50-megapixel primary back camera, a 6,000 mAh battery, and a 120 Hz refresh rate display for fluid graphics. The expected price is attractively set below ₹15,000 to ₹30,000, and other features include an 8 MP front camera, leather-finish design, and compatibility for 25 W wired charging.Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glassesThe Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses, which are performance-focused eyewear with fitness monitoring and Meta AI integration, are now available in India for ₹52,300. The glasses include an IP67 water and dust resistance, a 12MP wide-angle camera that can record in up to 3K, immersive open-ear audio, and voice-activated real-time exercise insights.Microsoft XboxMicrosoft has announced a new lineup of games releasing on Xbox platforms between February 2 and February 6, featuring major titles like Dragon Quest VII Reimagined and My Hero Academia: All’s Justice. The weekly schedule covers Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, and specific titles enable Xbox Play Anywhere and Game Pass.
