ViewSonic M1 series.
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Technology companies ViewSonic, Asus, Sony and others launched smartphones, smart TVs, computers, TV projectors, accessories and more this week (June 23-29, 2025).
DH's Gadgets Weekly edition lists the latest personal technology products to keep you abreast of everything happening in consumer electronics.
ViewSonic M1X and M1 Max
ViewSonix M1 series.
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The new smart projectors -- M1X and M1 Max-- come with built-in Harman Kardon speakers to deliver immersive audio.
They also boast of Cinema SuperColor+ technology, which promises to offer vivid, lifelike visuals.
Weighing under 1kg, these projectors are ultra-portable and can be carried around easily at home.
Both models offer cable-free streaming with an integrated battery, USB-C power bank compatibility, wireless screen mirroring, and Bluetooth audio output.
Also, they support seamless pairing with Bluetooth headphones or speakers.
Advanced visual features include Time-of-Flight (ToF) autofocus, automatic horizontal and vertical keystone correction, and 4-corner adjustment.
They can offer up to 100-inch projections with sharp, perfectly aligned images—even from angled or tight spaces.
Thanks flexible smart stand, it can support 360-degree projection.
M1 Max runs Google TV and supports all OTT apps, including Netflix, YouTube, and Disney+. It delivers immersive visuals in full HD 1080p and leverages ToF autofocus to adjust image sharpness in less time.
M1X supports external devices like Chromecast, Fire Stick, Roku, and Apple TV, all powered directly via a built-in USB-A port without the need for extra adapters. Additionally, it features USB-C display input for easy pairing with smartphones, tablets, or gaming consoles such as the Nintendo Switch.
The M1Max series is priced at Rs 135000 and the M1X costs Rs 90,000.
Sony BRAVIA 5 XR Mini LED TV
Sony BRAVIA 5 XR Mini LED TV.
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The new Sony TV boasts an advanced AI Processor XR, which uses artificial intelligence and analyses signals and data using machine learning, to deliver an immersive viewing experience.
With XR Backlight Master Drive technology, the TV uses advanced technology that delivers brighter highlights, deeper blacks, which makes the visuals appear more realistic, natural, and immersive with a wider dynamic range.
It is also equipped with Studio Calibrated Mode that reproduces the image quality intended by film content creators in a home setting. In addition to the existing Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode and Sony Pictures Core Calibrated Mode, Prime Video Calibrated Mode is a new mode designed to provide customers with even more ways to experience premium entertainment through the lens of the creator.
It is available in four sizes-- K-55XR55A (55-inch), K-65XR55A (65-inch), K-75XR55A (75-inch) and K-85XR55A (85-inch)-- for Rs 1,37,740, Rs 1,73,840, Rs 2,84,990 and Rs 4,17,990, respectively.
Samsung Bespoke AI Laundry Combo washing machine
[From Left to right] Ghufran Alam, Vice President, Digital Appliances Business, Samsung India; John S.W. Park, Corporate Vice President, Digital Appliance Business, Samsung India; & JB Park, President & CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia.
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With the AI Wash & Dry feature, the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo senses laundry weight, fabric type, and soil levels, and it can automatically adjust water, detergent, wash time, and drying conditions for each load. This ensures optimal cleaning performance and a personalised laundry experience without the guesswork.
Further, the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo features advanced heat pump drying technology that gently and efficiently dries clothes at lower temperatures by recycling warm air. The heat pump system optimises heat transfer and reduces drying time by up to 60 per cent and energy consumption by up to 75 per cent.
Further, the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo comes with upgraded Bixby, which understands complex, conversational voice commands. Additionally, the Flex Auto Dispense System is able to store detergent for up to 32 loads, while the Auto Open Door automatically releases humid air after a cycle ends to prevent damp smells and enhance freshness.
The Bespoke AI Laundry Combo is priced at Rs 3,19,000
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core.
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It features secure-fit wingtips that stay in place and supports tap gesture; a single tap is all it takes to control the music or calls.
It also comes with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), crystal-clear call quality, and Galaxy AI’s language Interpreter feature, which brings real-time, two-way face-to-face interpretation directly to the ears. It costs Rs 4,999.
Asus Chromebook CX14
Asus Chromebook CX14 series.
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It comes with a minimalistic design with wear-resistant paint coating. It is built with 30 per cent recycled plastic for enhanced sustainability and durability. It promises 2.5x superior abrasion resistance for lasting protection.
It sports a 14.0-inch full HD (1920 x 1080) display with full HD web camera, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C full function (PD+USB+DP 1.2), one HDMI 1.4 port, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, one 3.5mm audio jack, Kensington Lock hole (nano), two microphones and two 2W stereo speakers.
Inside, it comes with an Intel Celeron processor N4500 with Intel UHD graphics card, 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, up to 128GB eMMC storage, Titan C security chip, Chrome OS, 42Wh battery, dual-band Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax), and Bluetooth 5.4.
The CX1405CKA-NK0154 model costs Rs 18,990 and the CX1405CKA-NK0155 model is priced at Rs 20,990.
Poco F7
Poco F7.
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It comes with a 6.83-inch 1.5K(2800 x 1280p) OLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 3200 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection, IP66+ IP68 +IP69 water-and-dust resistant ratings, in-display optical fingerprint sensor, and an infrared sensor.
It comes with 4nm class 3.2GHz Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 octa-core processor with Adreno 825 GPU, Android 15-based HyperOS 2, 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, 256GB / 512GB UFS 4.1 storage, dual-camera module-- main 50MP camera (with 1/1.95″ Sony IMX882 sensor, OIS, EIS)+ 8MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2) with LED flash, 20MP (OV20B sensor, f/2.2) front camera with aperture, and a 7,550mAh battery with 90W charging capability.
It comes in frost white, phantom black and cyber silver editions with the Snapdragon logo on the back. It is available in two configurations-- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage and 12GB RAM + 512GB storage-- for Rs 31,999 and Rs 33,999, respectively.
Sony Alpha 1 II camera
Sony Alpha 1 II camera.
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It features an approximate effective 50.1 MP (megapixel) resolution sensor, up to 30 fps (frames-per-second) blackout-free continuous shooting with AF/AE tracking[i], an anti-distortion shutter, and improved image clarity at mid-to-high sensitivities.
The AI processing unit brings advanced AI-based subject recognition performance and features, including a new 'Auto' mode, which can detect a wide variety of subjects. In addition, the Alpha 1 II also inherits innovations from the Alpha 9 III, including Pre-Capture of up to one second[ii], and an improved ergonomic design. The camera maintains a lightweight form factor of approximately 743 grams. Sony ILCE-1M2/BQ IN5 costs Rs 5,79,990.
Google announces Gemini CLI AI agent
Google announces Gemini CLI AI agent.
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Google Gemini CLI is a new, open-source AI agent that offers the power of Gemini directly into developers’ terminals.
With Gemini CLI, developers can inspect the code to understand how it works and verify its security implications.
To use Gemini CLI free of charge, users have to simply log in with a personal Google account to get a free Gemini Code Assist license. That free license gets you access to Gemini 2.5 Pro and its massive 1 million token context window. To ensure you rarely, if ever, hit a limit during this preview, Google offers the industry’s largest allowance: 60 model requests per minute and 1,000 requests per day at no extra charge.
Interested developers can contribute to this project by reporting bugs, suggesting features, continuously improving security practices and submitting code improvements.
OnePlus offers doorstep device pickup and delivery service in India
OnePlus Service Camp.
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Under Project Starlight, OnePlus has launched the first-of-its-kind OnePlus Service Camp has been launched, which allows users to get a free device health check-up and software update for all OnePlus smartphones. Those with out-of-warranty devices can enjoy zero service charges on select repairs.
Samsung opens pre-reservation window for customers to book next-generation Galaxy foldable phones
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Ultra teaser.
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Customers in India can pre-reserve the next generation Galaxy devices by paying a token amount of Rs 2,000.
Customers who pre-reserve will get benefits worth up to INR 5999 on purchasing the next Galaxy. They will also be eligible for early delivery.
Customers can pre-reserve the devices by visiting Samsung.com, Samsung Exclusive Stores, Amazon, Flipkart.com and leading retail outlets across India.
Samsung is expected to launch three new devices-- Galaxy Z Fold7 Ultra, Fold7 and Flip7 series phones with bendable screens.
Dyson releases Global Wet Cleaning Study 2025
Tim Hare, Dyson Engineer.
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Dyson, earlier this week, released the 2025 edition of the Global Wet Cleaning Study. It revealed interesting insights related to India.
The report says 49 per cent of people in India don’t change the water after cleaning each room.
Nearly one in three Indian households spends over two hours on routine floor cleaning, far exceeding the global average.
It also says that the use of mops and cloths for wet cleaning is highest among Indians in APAC.
It also revealed that the top frustrations with existing methods include inefficient cleaning, slippery floors, edge-cleaning struggles, and time-consuming.
Despite a strong cleaning culture, India ranks lowest in the APAC region in terms of awareness around modern wet cleaning machines. While 62 per cent of Indians believe that vacuum cleaners with wet functionality are the best solution for floor cleaning, adoption remains low.
“Indians are among the world’s most dedicated floor cleaners—almost 1 in 2 clean their hard floors daily, more than double the global average. But frequency doesn’t guarantee hygiene. Traditional cleaning methods and tools could be spreading dirt and bacteria. Poor cleaning routines don’t just cost time but may also impact health. Using dirty water repeatedly is unhygienic; it promotes the spread of bacteria rather than removing them,” said Tim Hare, Dyson Engineer.