It's a high-energy day in the world of consumer tech. OnePlus officially joins India's esports scene, URBAN and Amazfit drop new smartwatches, Qubo strengthens smart home security, and Sting Energy powers up BGMI with a game-changing partnership. From gaming crossovers to fitness wearables and digital door locks—here's everything making headlines today.
OnePlus Joins Indian Esports, Partners With Top BGMI Teams
OnePlus has entered the esports arena in India through a new partnership with three major BGMI teams—Gods Reign, K9, and Cincinnati Kids—now rebranded as OnePlus Gods Reign, OnePlus K9, and OnePlus Cincinnati Kids. The alliance marks a deeper commitment to mobile gaming, with players offering real-world feedback to shape the OnePlus 13 series, powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Elite chipsets. The series includes 6,000mAh batteries, dual cryo-velocity vapor cooling, and 100W fast charging, making it a go-to for extended mobile gaming sessions.
URBAN Launches Genesis Smartwatch With AMOLED Display at ₹3,999
URBAN has unveiled the Genesis smartwatch, featuring a 1.45-inch Super AMOLED always-on display, quad AI health sensors, and Bluetooth calling, all packed into a premium stainless-steel body. Priced at ₹3,999, it's designed for users who want a balance of style, wellness, and productivity. With IP67 protection, 7-day battery life, and features like remote camera/music control and AI voice assistant, the Genesis competes strongly in the sub-₹5K smartwatch category.
Amazfit BIP 6 Launches With Segment-First 2000 Nits Display
Amazfit has announced the BIP 6 smartwatch in India, priced at ₹7,999 and launching on May 16. The watch features a 1.97-inch AMOLED display with 2000 nits brightness, BioTracker 6.0 PPG health sensors, 140+ sports modes, and two weeks of battery life. It also supports on-wrist calling, offline navigation, and Zepp Flow voice control, targeting active users who want flagship features without a flagship price.
Qubo Expands Smart Door Lock Lineup With 5 New Models
Hero Group's Qubo has introduced five new smart door locks, including the Nova, Alpha, Optima, and refreshed Select and Essential 2025 editions. These locks support varying bolt strengths, door compatibility, and app/remote features. The Optima model stands out as Qubo's first app-free smart lock, appealing to new users of home tech. Prices range from ₹17,990 to ₹27,990, covering a spectrum of budgets and security needs.
Sting Energy Becomes BGMI's Official In-Game Energy Drink
In a first-of-its-kind move, Sting® Energy and BGMI have announced a deep integration—Sting now appears as the official in-game energy boost in BGMI, alongside the rollout of co-branded bottles at retail. Users can scan bottle QR codes to unlock missions, exclusive in-game rewards, and a final grand challenge. The campaign runs until July 14, marking a new era of brand integration in India's gaming ecosystem.
That's a wrap for today!Stay tuned to MSP for more stories on tech that shapes your world—one innovation at a time.
