Gadgets Weekly: Asus Vivobook S14, S14 Flip and more

Technology companies HP, Oppo, Asus and others launched laptops, smartphones, accessories, and more this week (April 21-27, 2025).

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

Asus Vivobook S14 and S14 Flip

Asus Vivobook S14 series.

The Vivobook S14 features a refined two-part metal construction complemented by CNC-engraved logo detailing and comes with US military-grade MIL-STD 810H durability rating.

Inside, it is equipped with the Intel Core i7-13620H processor. It is an ideal choice for users who demand both mobility and muscle. The 70WHr battery delivers up to 18 hours of unplugged productivity, while ASUS IceCool Thermal Technology ensures smooth performance even under load.

It also sports a 14-inch full HD+ 16:10 display and an 86 per cent screen-to-body ratio. It also comes with stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos delivering immersive audio, while the ErgoSense Touchpad enables smart gestures for brightness and volume.

The backlit keyboard features a dedicated Copilot key for instant AI access. For added convenience and security, it includes a physical privacy shutter, a full HD IR camera with Windows Hello, and multiple I/O ports.

Asus Vivo S14 Flip comes with a 360-degree hinge, enabling multiple usage modes including laptop, tablet, tent, and stand configurations. It also feature US MIL-STD 810H military-grade durability.

It sports a 14-inch full HD+ touchscreen display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 85 per cent screen-to-body ratio supports stylus input for creative tasks and note-taking. It houses Harman Kardon-tuned stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos to deliver immersive audio.

Asus Vivobook S14 Flip TP3402VAO-LZ612WS series.

It has 1080p full HD webcam with privacy shutter, backlit ErgoSense keyboard, and wide connectivity options including USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, HDMI 2.1, and Wi-Fi 6E for fast, stable internet access.

It supports the Intel Core i5-13420H processor to deliver balanced performance and efficiency with 16GB onboard RAM, ASUS IceCool Thermal Technology, and customisable Fan Profiles via MyASUS. It also supports the option to expand memory through a SO-DIMM slot and long-lasting productivity with a 50WHr battery and bundled 90W fast charger.

Depending on the configurations, they are available for prices ranging between Rs 67,990 and Rs 79,990.

Oppo A5 Pro

Oppo A5 Pro series.

It features a 6.67-inch (1604 x 720 pixels) HD+ screen with 120Hz refresh rate, 1000 nits peak brightness, and is protected by Corning's Gorilla Glass 7i shield and IP66/68/69 rating.

It features dual-SIM slots, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a type-C USB port.

It also comes with 6nm class MediaTek Dimensity 6300 octa-core processor, Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, Android 15-based ColorOS 15, 8GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB / 256GB (UFS 2.2) storage, dual-camera module--main 50MP (with f/1.8) and an 2MP (f/2.4) monochrome camera with LED flash on the back, an 8MP (f/2.0) front camera, and a 5800mAh battery with 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging.

It comes in-- feather blue and mocha brown-- colours. It is available in two configurations-- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage-- for Rs 17,999 and Rs 19,999, respectively.

HP EliteBook, HP OmniBook and HP ProBook

HP Elite Book 6 series.

The new HP PCs will be available in multiple configuration options including Intel Core Ultra 200 V series, AMD Ryzen AI 300 series and Qualcomm Snapdragon X, X Elite, and X Plus. Also, the products also come equipped with dedicated Neural Processing Units (NPU) 8 capable of 40 to 55 trillion operations per second (TOPS).

Depending on the configurations, HP's latest PCs' prices range from Rs 77,200 and Rs 1,86,499.

Belkin's all-new charging accessories

Belkin 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Travel Pad with Qi2 15W (left) Belkin 3-in-1 Magnetic Foldable Wireless Charger with Qi2 15W (centre) and Belkin 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand with Qi2 15W (left).

The newly launched series includes the 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Travel Pad with Qi2 15W (Rs 18,999), the 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand with Qi2 15W (Rs 19,999), the 3-in-1 Magnetic Foldable Wireless Charger with Qi2 15W (Rs 12,499) and the Magnetic Power Bank with Qi2 15W (10K) for Rs 7,499.

All the four are designed for Apple devices (iPhone, Watches, AirPods) users and Samsung S25 series (Qi2-compatible devices). They come with smart and high power delivery technology.

Also, they come with a 2-year warranty. And, the brand also gives a two Lakh CEW (Connected Equipment Warranty) on all these products for extra peace of mind. If your phone is damaged while using these devices, Belkin will cover the repair cost of upto two Lakh rupees.

Sandisk WD BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD

SN7100 NVMe SSD 4TB storage.

It boasts of Sandisk’s latest TLC 3D NAND, this new SSD delivers speeds up to 7,250MB/s read and 6,900MB/s write 1 (1-2TB models), offering up to a 35% performance boost over our previous generation 4 SSD.

For mainstream gamers who are looking for more capacity, the WD BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD provides massive storage options with up to 4TB of storage capacity, for current game libraries with space left over for new games, future updates, and downloadable content.

This high-performing NVMe SSD is engineered with laptops and gaming handhelds in mind, providing up to 100% more power efficiency at maximum speed over the previous generation. It also boasts up to 1,200TBW 4 (4TB model) of endurance for gameplay streaming, speedrun captures, and creating with the latest game engines and for gamers who often write and delete a lot of data from their drives.

The new WD BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD comes in capacities including 500GB, 1TB, 2TB and 4TB with prices starting at 4,899.

Sony’s WH-CH720N and WH-CH520 in Pink

Sony’s WH-CH720N and WH-CH520 in pink.

WH-CH720N is an over-ear headphone and comes equipped with advanced noise cancellation technology, powered by Integrated Processor V1, which is capable of effectively blocking out the ambient noise of the surrounding environment,

The headphones feature high-quality 30mm drivers to deliver clear, well-balanced sound. It also boasts an impressive battery life of up to 35 hours on a single charge and with quick charging support, just a few minutes of charging gives you hours of playback. It costs Rs 9,990.

Sony WH-CH520 is a lightweight, on-ear headphone with up to 50 hours of battery life. These headphones are designed for comfort with padded headbands and deliver clear hands-free calling using Precise Voice Pickup and beamforming mics, making it ideal for everyday use. Backed by Multipoint Connection, Swift Pair, Fast Pair and 360 Reality Audio, users can seamlessly switch between devices and immerse themselves in spatial sound tuned to the shape of their ears. It costs Rs 4,490.

Counterpoint Research Report offers insightful pattern of smartphone buyers in India

OnePlus mobile phones are seen on display during a press briefing.

Consumers prefer Apple, Samsung and OnePlus for their next compact smartphone purchase, without compromising on features.

Performance Expectations: 88 per cent of respondents are likely to purchase a compact smartphone if it offers flagship-level performance, with processor performance and battery life being crucial factors.

Ideal Screen Size: 60 per cent of respondents consider a 6-to-6.5-inch display ideal for compact smartphones, prioritizing one-handed usability and comfort during extended use.

Gaming Experience: 86 per cent prefer compact smartphones for casual mobile gaming due to ease of holding and reduced hand strain.

Customization and AI: 84 per cent want customizable buttons for quick access to features, and 89% consider AI-powered features important for their next smartphone purchase.

Signify announces new fans

Signify AiroJewel series fan.

The company announced the launch of BLDC (Brushless Direct Current) models -- AiroElevate, AiroQuad, AiroGeometry and AiroJewel and two new Smart models: AiroGeometry Smart and AiroJewel Smart with prices ranging between Rs 5,850 to Rs 8,700.

The new BLDC and Smart range come with a 5-year warranty (3+2) along with a point anywhere RF remote. The fan offers 2-way rotation for summers and winters, turbo speed mode and timer functionality. The range has a 5-star BEE rating as well.

Samsung launches second edition of Walk-a-thon India

Samsung launches second edition of Walk-a-thon India.

Samsung smart wearable and smartphone owners can participate in the challenge and track their daily step count for a period of one month until May 20, 2025 via the Samsung Health app. All users who complete 200,000 steps during this period will be eligible for prizes. Three lucky winners will get Galaxy Watch Ultra while all others who complete 200,000+ steps will get 25 per cent discount on Galaxy Watch Ultra.

The 30-day steps challenge will be hosted exclusively on the Samsung Health app, which is available on Samsung Galaxy smartphones. Participants can monitor their progress through a real-time leaderboard within the Samsung Health app, allowing them to compare their performance and stay motivated throughout the challenge. To qualify and be eligible for prizes, participants are required to complete a minimum of 200,000 steps over the 30-day duration. After completing the challenge, the finishers need to visit the Samsung Health app between May 26 and June 15, 2025, to claim their prize.

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