Gadgets Weekly: Amazon's all-new Fire TV Stick HD and more

Technology companies Amazon, Sony, BenQ and more launched smart TV streaming stick, headphones, smartphones, PC monitor, accessories and more this week (May 18-24, 2026).

DH's Gadgets Weekly edition features the latest personal technology products and related events, keeping you informed about everything happening in the world of consumer electronics.

. It comes in a compact form factor and is touted to be the slimmest streaming stick yet. It is around 30 per cent slimmer than other sticks in the Fire TV range.

It can be powered through a TV's USB port via Direct Power, fitting more neatly behind the TV with no need for a wall adapter. The new device is also designed to fit easily into a carry-on bag or into small pockets so that customers can take it on the go and continue to stream their favourite content while travelling.

The user interface is clean, better organised with dedicated categories for movies, TV shows, free, and live content. This way, it helps customers get to what they want to watch fast.

Besides Amazon Prime Video, users get access to all OTT platforms, including Netflix, JioHotstar, YouTube, Zee5, and more.

It also makes smart home controls easily accessible within the interface. Users can manage and operate Alexa-compatible smart appliances, such as ACs, geysers, fans, and lights, with less hassle. It also costs Rs 4,999.

.Oppo Find X9 Ultra, X9s series with Hasselblad camera system launched in India. The new Sony earphones are tailor-made for gaming. It comes with an advanced open-back acoustic structure design. It promises to deliver precise spatial audio, an immersive, three-dimensional sound field for enhanced in-game awareness, making it ideal for gaming.

Under the hood, it has optimised driver units to offer rich low-frequency response, low distortion, and clear separation across audio ranges for accurate, competitive-ready sound reproduction.

It is compatible with a wide range of devices, including PCs, smartphones, and PS5 controllers. It supports multiple connection options, featuring a 3.5mm audio cable alongside a USB Type-C audio box to ensure flexible and reliable connectivity. It costs Rs 17,990.

.Motorola launches Moto G37, G37 Power in India. It comes in ergonomic design language to help users, be it a professional or a student, to comfortably use the computer for extended sessions.

It features a 6-in-1 USB hub, adjustable viewing angles, 360-degree rotation, a dedicated mobile holder, and a foldable metal design. It costs Rs 3,999, but for a limited time, it will be available for Rs 1,999 on Amazon, Flipkart and other authorised retail stores.

.Apple stopped online fraud worth whopping $2.2 billion on App Store in 2025. It comes with a 6.75-inch HD+ IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate and IP64 rating.

Inside, it features Unisoc T8200 octa-core chipset, Android 16 OS, 4GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage, dual camera module-- 50MP + secondary sensor with LED flash on the back, an 8MP front camera and a 6,000mAh battery with 18W charger.

It comes in three colours--Cosmic Lavender, Nordic Blue and Peach Pink. It is available in two variants-- 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and 4GB RAM + 128GB storage-- with prices starting at Rs 9,499.

.Poco X8 Pro Review: Mid-Range marvel with smooth performance . It boasts of a 4th gen QD-OLED panel with an advanced 5-Layer Tandem structure, to deliver enhanced brightness, deeper blacks, and improved colour accuracy for an immersive viewing experience.

The new panel architecture improves light efficiency and durability while maintaining the ultra-fast response and infinite contrast that OLED technology is known for. Combined with Quantum Dot colour enhancement, the EX321UZ can produce richer, more lifelike visuals with improved HDR performance.

The 31.5-inch EX321UZ comes with 4K UHD (3840x2160) resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, and an ultra-fast 0.03ms GtG response time, to deliver smooth gameplay with razor-sharp clarity and near-instant responsiveness. Designed for both immersive story-driven games and high-performance gaming, the monitor supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and next-generation connectivity, including DisplayPort 2.1a UHBR20 (80Gbps) and HDMI 2.1 with eARC support.

A major highlight of the EX321UZ is BenQ’s revolutionary Smart Game Art technology — an AI-powered colour optimisation system trained on AAA game art databases. Through BenQ’s Color Shuttle software, the monitor intelligently detects game art styles and automatically applies optimised visual settings for genres ranging from realistic RPGs to anime-inspired worlds. The platform also offers access to over 120 custom colour profiles tailored for different AAA titles. The Display costs Rs 1, 28,998 in India.

.Apple India set to open second store in East Bengaluru. Google and UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) will be working with the local governments of Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Assam, the Union Territory of Ladakh, and the Punjab School Education Board, to offer mobile-first training customised with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, to support the unique needs of Indian educators in schools and higher education institutions.

It will be localised into six Indian languages (Assamese, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Odia, Punjabi) during the pilot year, with plans to expand nationwide.

.More Android-branded phones to support QuickShare-AirDrop file transfer feature. iTel earlier this week launched the new A110 Pro series in India.

It features a 6.6-inch (720 x 1612 pixels) HD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, and 400 nits peak brightness.

The device comes with MIL-STD-810H military durability certification, dual-SIM slots, a 3.5mm audio jack, a Type-C USB port, Infrared sensor, speakers with DTS sound system, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

It features a 12nm class 2.2GHz UNISOC T7100 octa-core CPU with Mali G57 MP1 GPU, Android 15 (Go Edition), 3GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64GB eMMC 5.0 storage (expandable), an 8MP camera with LED flash on the back, 5MP front camera and a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charger. It costs Rs 8,999.

.Google I/O 2026 Highlights: Gemini AI 3.5, Intelligent Eyewear and more . With a 1,840g build-up, the Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM OSS lens comes with an innovative internal zoom structure that can maintain a stable centre of gravity throughout the zoom range, enabling smooth handheld operation and improved shooting comfort for professionals on the move.

Covering a 100-400 mm focal range with a constant F4.5 aperture, the FE 100-400mm lens can deliver good high resolution and beautiful bokeh similar to Sony’s G Master series. The lens comes with advanced autofocus technology and offers autofocus that speeds up to approximately 3x faster compared to previous generation models.

Also, with Sony’s Nano AR Coating II, it helps minimise ghosting and flare, enabling high-contrast images even in challenging surroundings. The lens also comes with an 11-blade circular aperture with precision spherical aberration control, producing the smooth and natural background blur characteristic of the G Master series.

It is also fully compatible with the Alpha 9 III’s high-speed continuous shooting capabilities of up to 120 fps with AF/AE tracking, helping creators reliably capture fast-moving subjects with greater accuracy and consistency. Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM OSS costs Rs 4,66,990.

.OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite Review: Budget-friendly, long battery life, decent camera. It comes with a lightweight ergonomic design. The earbuds feature Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC), which will reduce background noise during calls for clearer voice transmission even in crowded or high-traffic surroundings.

The Airbuds Z1 RUZO houses a 300mAh Type-C fast-charging case that fully charges within 90–120 minutes and delivers up to 52 hours of total playtime along with up to 400 hours of standby time.

It supports Bluetooth v6.0 connectivity, stable wireless connectivity with a companion phone up to 25 metres range. It features auto pairing, HD sound quality, and comes in white and black colours for Rs 899.

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