
Today, Blinkit has announced the beginning of quick delivery of smartphones in India. Truecaller has rolled out real-time Caller ID and spam blocking for iPhones. Consistent Infosystems has launched a 2MP Wi-Fi Smart Dual Light camera in the country. Here’s a look at the top 5 news stories of the day.
Blinkit Smartphone Delivery
Albinder Dhindsa, CEO of Blinkit, reveals that the users can get smartphones and feature phones delivered in just 10 minutes. The quick commerce platform has partnered with Xiaomi and Nokia to deliver their bestselling range of smartphones. The Redmi 13 5G, Redmi 14C, iPhone 16, and Nokia 105 are available on the Blinkit app.
Now get smartphones and feature phones delivered in just 10 minutes!
We’ve partnered with Xiaomi and Nokia to deliver their bestselling range in parts of Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
Redmi 13 5G, Redmi 14C, iPhone 16, and Nokia 105 are already available on the Blinkit app.… pic.twitter.com/MezOCBOmo6
— Albinder Dhindsa (@albinder) January 21, 2025
The smartphone delivery is now live in selected parts of Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. It can be purchased with a no-cost EMI.
Truecaller Brings New Features for iPhones in India
Truecaller now offers live Caller ID service for iPhone users. It brings spam and scam-blocking abilities to and can identify all types of calls, similar to the Android version of the app. The new change comes after Apple brought the Live Caller ID Lookup framework to provide live caller ID in a privacy-preserving way.
The feature can be enabled by users running on iOS 18.2 or later. Head to Settings > Apps > Phone > Call Blocking & Identification and enable all Truecaller switches.
Airtel Introduces New Plans
Airtel India has introduced new plans priced at Rs 509 and Rs 1,999, following TRAI’s guidelines. These plans cater to feature phone users, offering voice and SMS benefits without data. The Rs 509 plan includes unlimited local and roaming calls, along with 900 SMS, valid for 84 days. Meanwhile, the Rs 1,999 plan provides the same unlimited calls and 3,600 SMS, valid for 365 days.
Customers can recharge these plans via the Airtel Thanks app or the Airtel website. The plan offers benefits such as access to the Airtel Xstream App, Apollo 24×7 Circle membership, and free Hello Tunes.
Consistent Wi-Fi Smart Dual Light Security Camera Launched
The Consistent 2MP Wi-Fi Smart Dual Light security camera delivers HD clarity with 10x digital zoom, four privacy zones, and supports three night vision modes. It enables features a pre-recorded voice alarm, and offers 355° horizontal rotation, 110° vertical tilt, and six preset points for location tracking. The camera detects humans and motion with smart precision and Alexa integration. It has a microSD card slot, microphone with 3D digital noise reduction and a speaker.
The 2MP Wi-Fi Smart Dual Light Camera is priced at Rs 2,999 and available through e-commerce platforms and offline stores. Check it out here.
Unix ACRO (UX-HP20) Goes Official
The Unix ACRO (UX-HP20) features a 13mm driver and Bluetooth 5.3 for a stable connection within a 12-metre range. Unix claims the 200mAh lithium-ion battery in the case delivers 40 hours of playback and recharges fully in 60 minutes. Each earbud packs a 25mAh battery, which can be recharged up to four times using the 200mAh battery on the case. The device is available in classic black and white and includes a premium silicone case for 360-degree protection.
The Unix ACRO (UX-HP20) is available for Rs 999 through the brand’s e-store and leading retail stores. Check it out here.