The new 2-in-1 Surface Pro 12-inch tablet.
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Technology companies Microsoft, Unix, Acerpure and others, launched tablet, power bank, earphones, accessories and more this week (September 22-28, 2025).
DH's Gadgets Weekly edition lists the latest personal technology products and related events to keep you abreast of everything happening in consumer electronics.
Microsoft launcheds 2-in-1 Surface Pro 12-inch tablet
The new 2-in-1 Surface Pro 12-inch tablet.
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As the name suggests, the latest 12-inch Surface Pro is a 2-in-1 hybrid tablet with a detachable keyboard. It also supports Slim Pen as well.
It sports a 12-inch PixelSense (2196x1464p) LCD display with aspect ratio of 3:2, anti-reflective coating, pixel density of 220 ppi (pixels per inch), offer peak brightness of 400 nits and support refresh rate up to 90hz.
It comes with 16 GB, 24 GB LPDDR5x RAM, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB (UFS), Windows 11 Pro OS and is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus with integrated 45 TOPS (trillion operations per second) NPU capability, optimised for generative Artificial Intelligence (gen AI) workloads.
It has 10MP ultra-wide rear camera, and 1080p full HD camera on the front.
It offers enhanced security with Microsoft Pluton TPM 2.0 and BitLocker support, Windows 11 Secured-core PC, Windows Hello facial recognition with Enhanced Sign-in Security and NFC authentication.
With a full charge, it can deliver 16 hours of video playback, and 12 hours of web browsing time.
It supports WiFi 7, Bluetooth Core 5.4 technology, two USB-C / USB 3.2 ports (with support for Charging, Data transfer), DisplayPort 1.4a with support up to 2 x 4k monitors at 60 Hz, Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock and other accessories.
It also supports fast charging with minimum 45 W charger via USB-C and a features Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard connector.
The new Microsoft 12-inch Surface Pro tablet will be available in two storage options-- 256GB and 512GB-- for Rs 90,999 and 99,999, respectively, on October 6 onwards.
As part of launch offer, customers who pre-order the Surface Pro 12-inch will be eligible for a free Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard worth Rs15,199.
Unix Voltro power bank
Unix Voltro power bank.
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It comes in a compact form factor and weighs 165 g. It houses high-density Li-ion cells with 10,000mAh capacity and comes with 12 layers of protection against short circuits, overvoltage, overheating, and electrostatic discharge.
It supports 22.5W fast charging, offering multiple ports and built-in cables.
It also features an integrated LED display, which makes it easy to check battery levels at a glance. With dual output options (USB & Type-C), Voltro allows charging of two devices at the same time.
It can deliver up to 4.5A output and 22.5W fast charging, capable of fully charging a smartphone in just 60 minutes. It comes in two colours-- Grey and Black-- for Rs 2,499.
Xiaomi announces festive offers on phones, tablets, smart TVs and more in India
FILE PHOTO: A man walks past a logo of Xiaomi, a Chinese manufacturer of consumer electronics, outside a shop in Mumbai, India.
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Ahead of festive season, Xiaomi has announed big discount on wide range devices in its product portfolio.
Smartphones
The company is offering Redmi Note 14 Pro+ for as low as Rs 24,999 against MRP Rs 34,999.
The Redmi Note 14 Pro is available for as low as Rs 20,999 against MRP Rs 28,999.
The Redmi Note 14 is available for as low as Rs 15,499 against MRP Rs 21,999.
The Redmi Note 14 SE is available for as low as Rs 12,999 against MRP Rs 19,999.
The Redmi 15 is available for as low as Rs 14,999 against MRP Rs 16,999.
The Redmi A4 5G is available for as low as Rs 7,499 against MRP Rs 10,999.
The Redmi 14C is available for as low as Rs 8,999 against MRP Rs 12,999.
Tablets
Xiaomi Pad 7 (MRP: Rs 34,999) and Pad Pro (MRP: Rs 24,999) can be grabbed for Rs 22,999 and Rs 16,999, respectively.
The Redmi Pad 2 (MRP: Rs 16,999) and Redmi Pad SE (MRP: Rs 16,999) can be grabbed for Rs 11,999 and Rs 7,999, respectively.
Smart TVs
Xiaomi CineMagiQLED X Pro Series, which was launched with a Rs 44,999 price tag, is now available for Rs 25,999.
Even the Xiaomi FantastiQLED FX Pro series gets a big discount. It can be grabbed for Rs 21,999 against MRP Rs 44,999.
Power banks
The Redmi 4i 20K and 10K Powerbanks are available for Rs 1,899 and Rs 1,099 against MRP: 3,999 and Rs 2,499, respectively.
Xiaomi Compact Powerbank 20K, which was previously available for Rs 4,999, can be purchased for Rs 1,699.
Smart wearables
Redmi Watch Move (MRP: Rs 3,999), Redmi Watch 5 Lite (MRP: Rs 6,999) are available for Rs 1,699 and Rs 3,299, respectively.
Whereas the Redmi Buds 5C and the Redmi Buds 6, which were previously available for Rs 4,999, can be bought for Rs 1,799 and Rs 2,799, respectively.
Smart home appliances
Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite is available for Rs 12,999 against MRP: Rs 14,999. And, the Xiaomi Grooming Kit can be bought for Rs 1,599 against MRP: Rs 3,299.
All the discounts on the Xiaomi and Redmi devices mentioned above are available on the official Xiaomi e-commerce website, Amazon, Flipkart, and Xiaomi’s retail partners nationwide.
Samsung announces Fab Grab Fest 2025 sale in India
The logo of Samsung.
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Samsung is offering up to 53 per cent off on flagship models like Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, S25 Ultra, and S24 FE .
Also, there are up to 50 per cent off on popular devices, including Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, Watch8 Classic, and Buds3 Pro
The Galaxy Book5 Pro 360, Book5, and Book4 series are available with up to 59 per cent discount.
Besides offering a 51 per cent discount, customers can claim additional benefits like free Soundbar/TV, instant cart discount, exchange bonus, and 3-year warranty on select products.
Samsung is offering 48 per cent off across refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves, and ACs, with extended warranties and EMI options.
Acerpure announces new Nitro series smart TVs
Acerpure Gaming TV.
Credit: Acerpure
It comes in four screen sizes-- 43-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch. It runs Android 14-based Google TV 5.0 and supports Google Assistant, thousands of apps and OTT platforms including Netflix, Amazon Prime, Zee5 and more.
The new TVs come with up to 50W speakers tuned with the Dolby Atmos system and an integrated subwoofer to deliver deep, immersive audio output.
The TV display supports 120 Hz refresh rate, ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), and MEMC (Motion Estimation Motion Compensation) for lag-free gaming and smooth action-packed visuals.
It also boasts of AIPQ (AI Picture Quality) for brightness, sharpness, and contrast optimisation, along with support for 1.07 billion colours for life-like visuals. The price starts at Rs 18,999 in India.
Samsung Big Bespoke AI Festival
The Big Bespoke AI Festival teaser.
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Samsung is offering cashback of up to Rs 50,000 on select Bespoke AI appliances and discounts of up to 47 per cent across a wider range of models.
The offers span refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves, and air conditioners, making it the perfect time to upgrade to Samsung’s latest innovations.
There are also flexible finance options with zero down payment, along with a special ‘1 EMI Off’ benefit on select refrigerators and washing machines through its 20/5 finance scheme. In this scheme, Samsung pays the first EMI, while consumers pay an advance EMI for 5 months at the time of purchase. The remaining amount is charged as no-cost EMI over 20 months.
The company will also be offering a complimentary Borosil Kit with select microwave models as well.