Gadgets Weekly: Asus ROG Phone FE and more

Technology companies Asus, Samsung, Portronics and others launched smartphones, camera power banks, accessories, and more this week (February 3-9, 2025).

DH's Gadgets Weekly edition lists the latest personal technology products to keep you abreast of everything happening in consumer electronics.

. It sports a 6.78-inch full HD+ (2400×1080p) Samsung E6 LTPO AMOLED display with 1-120Hz refresh rate, support up to 2500 nits brightness. It is protected by Corning's Gorilla Glass Victus 2 shield and dust and water resistant (IP68) rating.

It also features a 3.5mm audio jack, dual speakers, a 5-magnet stereo speaker, dual-SIM slots, an in-display fingerprint sensor and a type-c port.

It houses 4nm class Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with Adreno 750 GPU, Android 15-based ROG UI, 16GB RAM with 256GB (UFS 4.0) storage, and a 5,500mAh battery with 65W Hyper charge fast charger and 15W Qi wireless charging.

It also boasts of triple-camera module-- main 50MP (with 1/1.56-inch Sony IMX890 sensor, f/1.9 aperture, 6-axis Gimbal stabilization) with 13MP ultra-wide camera and 5MP macro sensor with LED flash. On the front, it houses a 32MP camera.

The Asus ROG Phone 9 FE comes in Phantom Black colour and the price starts at THB 29,990 Thai Bhat (approx. Rs 77,863).

.Valentine's Day 2025: Top smartphone options to gift your loved ones. The new Ambrane power bank comes in a premium metallic finish with a 20,000mAh battery capacity.

The MiniCharge 20 offers multiple output options, including a 22W Type-C port, a 22W USB-A port, and the inbuilt 20W Type-C cable, providing flexibility to charge various devices. LED indicators will help users know the real-time battery status.

Also, it has an in-built Type-C cable, which doubles as a loop.

It also boasts advanced protection circuits to ensure safe charging and maintain the battery health of connected gadgets. It is available on Amazin, Flipkart, Ambrane e-store and other retail chains for Rs 1,899.

.Asus unveils Zenfone 12 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite. The camera body features a premium design that combines a black base with metallic materials. It offers analogue-like operability, such as selecting effects using various dials and printing shots by manually rotating the 'Print crank'.

The new camera allows users to take pictures by viewing the LCD monitor on the back of the camera and selecting their favourite shots to print.

Also, it can be used as a smartphone printer. It comes with ten lens effects including 'Magenta' and 'Monochrome in addition to ten film effects such as 'Light Leak' and 'Color Gradient'. These two types of effects can be combined freely to create '100 Shooting Effects'.

Furthermore, for the first time in the Instax series, the lens effects feature a 'Degree Control' function, which allows users to finely adjust the effects such as intensity of light and colour gradation in 100 levels, enabling delicate and precise expressions as desired.

In addition, the 'Film Style' encapsulate the photo with frames for a cinematic instax print. The 'Wide Angle Mode' allows for a dynamic shot with a wider range, further enhancing the appeal of WIDE format film. It costs Rs 47,999 and the film roll cost Rs 1,299.

.Google rolls out February 2025 update for Pixel phones with critical security fixes . Lufthansa Group Airlines earlier this week announced that they will support Apple Airtags to help passengers trace their baggages without any hassle.

The customers can use the new function to privately and securely share the location of their AirTag or Find My network accessory via the familiar digital channels of the baggage tracing service. The group's airlines integrate this information into their systems accordingly and can therefore digitally support baggage tracking.

“Thanks to our app and website, passengers can now find solutions quickly and easily in the event of irregularities. In particular, we have been able to achieve significant improvements in the last few months in the area of baggage tracing. The integration of our customers' AirTag data opens up additional possibilities for us to act even more efficiently and quickly,” said Dieter Vranckx, Member of the Executive Board and Chief Commercial Officer of the Lufthansa Group.

.Apple launches Invites app to create custom e-invitations for friends and family. With GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology, Adapto 100 can deliver fast and efficient charging.

It supports a wide range of devices, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

Adapto 100 is equipped with multiple safety features to protect the devices from overcharging, overheating, and other potential hazards. It costs Rs 2,999 and comes with a 6-month warranty.

.Apple 2025: iPhone Air, smart home hub and more. Samsung started accepting pre-orders for the Galaxy S25 series on January 23, 2025, on Samsung's online store as well as across leading online and offline retail chains. The starting price for the 12GB/256GB version of Galaxy S25 is Rs 80,999 while Galaxy S25+ starts at Rs 99,999 and the Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at Rs 1,29,999.

Samsung’s flagship store at BKC set a new record with over 700 early deliveries of the new Galaxy S25 Series smartphones.

The Galaxy S25 series comes with top-of-the-line generative AI features. Also, they are powered by a first-of-its-kind customized Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform for Galaxy chipset. It promises to deliver greater on-device processing power for Galaxy AI and superior camera range and control with Galaxy’s next-gen ProVisual Engine.

Galaxy S25 series is the first Samsung smartphone series that comes with One UI 7, Samsung’s AI-first platform that is designed to provide the most intuitive controls, enabling AI-powered personalized mobile experiences.

The AI agents with multimodal capabilities enable the Galaxy S25 series to interpret text, speech, images and videos for interactions that feel natural.

.Google stopped more than 2.36 million bad apps from entering Play Store in 2024. It comes with a 3-litre capacity, big enough for instant hot water needs in kitchens and bathrooms.

The tank is said to be made of superior-grade stainless steel with corrosion resistance. Inside, it has a copper-based heater (up to 3kW) with better efficiency and a longer lifespan. Also, it comes with a fire retardant power cord.

It can handle high water pressure of 6.5 Bar, which is enough for people who reside in high-rise apartments.

The new water heater also features an LED indicator, which helps users know of the heating is still in process or completed. It costs Rs 2,699.

.OnePlus 13R review: Feature-rich flagship phone without premium price-tag. With less than a week left before the Valentine's Day, Amazit has launched special T-Rex3 Lava Red variant.

It comes with premium 316L stainless steel to offer extreme durability, 100-meter water resistance.

With a full charge, it can deliver up to an impressive 27-day battery life.

It supports over 170 sports modes, advanced health tracking, and GPS precision.

This smartwatch ensures you stay on top of your fitness goals. The new Valentine’s Day edition captures the essence of the special day perfectly with its bold red design, symbolizing passion and adventure, making it not just a performance-driven wearable but also a statement piece for those who seek both function and flair. It costs Rs 19,999.

.Google Play adds verified badges to genuine VPN apps . Customers can avail of Rs 10,000 cashback or a Rs 10,000 Upgrade Bonus on the Galaxy Watch Ultra, while Galaxy Watch7 comes with an Rs 8,000 cashback or an Rs 8,000 Upgrade Bonus, both with the option of a 24-month no-cost EMI plan.

Additionally, those purchasing Galaxy Watch Ultra with Galaxy S25 series can get Rs 18,000 off on the watch, while buyers of Galaxy Watch7 purchasing Galaxy S25 series device can enjoy up to Rs 12,000 off. Meanwhile, Galaxy Watch6 Classic is now available starting at just Rs 20,999.

The all-new Galaxy Ring comes with an exclusive offer, including a 45W Travel Adapter worth Rs 3,499 at no additional cost, along with the option of a 24-month no-cost EMI plan, making it easier than ever to own this cutting-edge wearable.

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