From smartphone debuts to smart cooling and streaming shakeups, the tech world is buzzing today! Lava has launched a new 5G phone under ₹10K, Thomson brings remote-controlled smart air coolers, and Apple TV+ becomes available via Prime Video India. Meanwhile, India’s Esports policy push gains ground at a major conclave, and Meta gears up to launch a next-gen version of its Ray-Ban smart glasses. Let's get into the top updates.
Lava Bold 5G Debuts in India at ₹9,999
Indian smartphone maker Lava has launched the Bold 5G, making it one of the most affordable 5G phones in the country. Priced at ₹9,999, the phone features a 6.56-inch 90Hz HD+ LCD display, a 50MP dual-camera setup, and a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC, it runs Android 13 out of the box. Available in Twilight Purple and Green, the phone goes on sale from April 5 via Amazon and Lava's official site.
Thomson Launches Smart Air Coolers with Remote Control
Thomson has introduced a new line of Personal and Desert air coolers, with prices starting at ₹5,699. The highlight is the WM60S, a 60L Personal Smart Air Cooler featuring remote control, 40ft air throw, auto swing, and inverter compatibility. The new models—ranging from 40L to 95L—include powerful 1350 RPM motors, 3D honeycomb cooling pads, and heavy-duty pumps. Sleek and space-efficient, these coolers are designed for Indian summers and will be available via Flipkart.
Esports Conclave 2025 Charts India's Policy Roadmap
Held in New Delhi, the Esports Conclave 2025 has set the groundwork for India's first formal Esports policy. Jointly hosted by PEFI, KRAFTON India, Invest India, and NODWIN Gaming, the conclave featured discussions with government officials, Esports orgs, and education leaders. Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports Smt. Raksha Khadse highlighted the sector's role in employment, digital literacy, and India's medal prospects at the Olympics Esports Games in 2027. The conclave concluded with a commitment to submit policy recommendations to the Sports Ministry
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Apple TV+ Now Available via Prime Video in India
Apple TV+ is now available as an add-on subscription on Prime Video for ₹99/month, bringing hit originals like Ted Lasso, Severance, Silo, and The Morning Show to Indian audiences under one app experience. This rollout makes Prime Video the central hub for over 25 OTT platforms, offering unified billing, search, and personalized watchlists. The integration aims to simplify how users discover and stream high-quality content without switching between platforms
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Meta Readies Launch of New Ray-Ban Smart Glasses with Display
Meta is reportedly preparing to unveil a new version of its Ray-Ban smart glasses, this time with an integrated display. The glasses will retain camera and voice assistant features while adding a heads-up screen for notifications and AI interactions. Expected to launch later this year, this would mark Meta’s move toward wearable AI companions, a space gaining traction with players like Humane and Rabbit
