OnePlus Nord CE 4 to launch in India today; here's what to expect

Looking for a new smartphone? Now might be the perfect time to make that purchase. In a bid to attract more buyers, major smartphone manufacturers like OnePlus, Xiaomi, and Apple have decided to reduce the prices of their mid-range Android phones. Here's a rundown of five smartphones from OnePlus that have seen a significant drop in price this April.

Realme is gearing up for yet another smartphone launch, adding to its already extensive lineup for the year. With six smartphones already introduced, the company has announced two more in the pipeline. The upcoming releases include the Narzo 70x 5G and the entry-level Realme C65 5G, with the former set to debut on April 24. While the launch date for the Realme C65 5G remains undisclosed, it is expected to follow shortly after the Realme Narzo 70x 5G launch.

Harold Halibut, a unique narrative game developed by Slow Bros. is releasing day one on Xbox Game Pass, and subscribers will also be able to upgrade for free to Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition. Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass continues to offer an appealing library of games for members to enjoy, and the selection changes every month as new titles are added and others are removed.

Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, has recently introduced an upgraded version of its Grok 1.5 model – the Grok 1.5 Vision. This new model integrates computer vision capabilities, allowing it to interpret visual content and respond to questions about images. This development comes shortly after OpenAI presented its GPT-4 model, which also boasts computer vision features.

OnePlus has made another move in the Indian market by reducing the price of its premium smartphone, the OnePlus 11. This follows an earlier price cut this month, making it even more accessible to consumers. The latest adjustment affects the 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage variant, making it even more enticing for potential buyers. This model boasts a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and is powered by a hefty 5000mAh battery with 100W fast charging capability.

Motorola is all set to unveil its latest flagship this month, with a promise of blazing-fast 125W charging capabilities. The announcement came through a post on X on Friday, April 12, where Motorola confirmed an event scheduled for April 16 to introduce the "Edge Family" for 2024. In the teaser, Motorola revealed that its upcoming flagship will boast the same rapid 125W charging as seen in the Motorola Edge 40 Ultra.

In a move to enhance commuting convenience for Delhi-NCR residents, Meta has unveiled a new WhatsApp-based ticketing service for DTC (Delhi Transport Corporation) buses. Available in both Hindi and English, this service allows commuters to book single-journey tickets effortlessly.

OnePlus has initiated the rollout of a fresh update for the OnePlus 12R in India, labeled OxygenOS 14.0.0.505. This update introduces various new features, notably an AI eraser, aimed at enhancing the user experience. The release, detailed via the brand's community forum, is currently being distributed to users in phases. 

Realme recently announced their plans for the India-exclusive P series smartphones. Now, the company has finally revealed the model names, some specifications and the launch date. The P series stands for “Power,” therefore, the smartphones are expected to be based on performance. The upcoming Realme smartphones will include the Realme P1 5G and a Realme P1 Pro 5G. Realme will be offering these new affordable models from under Rs. 15,000. Know what's coming with the new Realme P series smartphones. 

Realme has become one of the most popular smartphone brands in India. With a greater customer base, the company is planning to announce India-exclusive smartphones which are said to be the “power series.” The  Realme P series smartphones are expected to launch in the mid-range smartphone market. Realme's Vice President Chase Xu made an official announcement about the devices. Now several leaks about the devices have started to circulate. Know what's coming with the new Realme P series smartphones.

In the realm of smartphones, this week witnessed an exciting lineup of launches catering to diverse consumer preferences and needs. From flagship devices to budget-friendly options, here's a roundup of the latest releases:

BGMI developer Krafton has announced the launch of Bullet Echo India — a multiplayer free-to-play top-down shooter game for smartphones. Developed in collaboration with Cut the Rope maker Zeptolab, Bullet Echo India is available on iOS and Android smartphones and is said to be tailored to Indian gamers and will offer players the ability to team up with friends and jump into brisk two-minute battles as they try to eliminate other teams, until there is only one group left standing.