Gadgets Weekly: Oppo A6x 5G and more

Technology companies Sennheiser, Fastrack, Gold Medals, Elista, Oppo and others launched headphones, smartwatches, smartphones, smart TVs, accessories and more this week (December 1-7, 2025).

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

. The new phone sports a 6.7-inch HD+ (1604 x 720p) screen with 120Hz refresh rate, and offers up to 1,152 nits peak brightness. It supports a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a dual SIM slot option, a microSD card, and a Type-C port.

It houses 6nm class MediaTek Dimensity 6300 octa-core processor with 1072MHz ARM Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, Android 15-based ColorOS 15, 4GB / 6GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64GB / 128GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable up to 1TB), main 13MP (f/2.2) camera with LED flash on the back, a 5MP (f/2.2) front camera and a 6,500mAh battery with 45W SuperVOOC fast charging.

It comes in three configurations-- 4GB RAM + 64GB storage, 4GB RAM + 128GB storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage-- for Rs 12,499, Rs 13,499 and Rs 14,999, respectively.

. The new Galaxy Tab A11 sports an 8.7-inch WXGA+ (1340x800p) display with 90Hz refresh rate, dual-speakers tuned to Dolby and an optional SIM slot for LTE cellular.

The device runs the Android-based OneUI OS and is powered by an octa-core chipset with 4GB/8GB RAM, 64GB/128GB storage (expandable up to 2TB via microSD card), and a 5,100mAh battery.

It also features 5MP front camera for selfies and video calling, and an 8MP main camera with LED flash on the back.

It is available in four variants-- 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and 8GB RAM + 128GB storage-- with Wi-Fi only and Wi-Fi + LTE -- for Rs 12,999, Rs 15,999, Rs 17,999 and Rs 20,999, respectively.

. All the new models come in compact design and support print speeds up to 33 ppm (A4) with automatic duplex printing mode with first-page-out in just 8.5 seconds for quick turnaround.

HP printers feature USB, Ethernet, and wireless connectivity for flexible setup. HP Laser 335dn is priced at Rs 24,000. Whereas the HP Laser 335dw costs Rs 25,500 and the HP Laser MFP 355sdnw will set you back by Rs 37,875.

. The company earlier this week launched Pink and Rose Gold colour variants for the Dyson Airstrait straightener.

The Dyson Airstrait straightener is a wet-to-dry styling tool designed to straighten hair using powerful airflow instead of traditional hot plates. It can help with drying and styling the hair at the same time, helping achieve smooth, straight hair quickly. It is engineered to maintain hair’s natural shine and deliver fast, efficient styling with no heat damage.

The new Ceramic Pink and Rose Gold palette features a soft pink body with metallic deep plum and deep rose accents has been designed by Dyson’s CMF experts, inspired by the depth and radiance of pearls. Translating the body colour, overtone, and sheen of a pearl into product form, the team crafted an ultra-matte, satin-textured finish that enhances grip and elevates the styling experience. It costs Rs 29,900.

. The company earlier this week released Champagne Gold (GBM-2100A-8B), Blue (GBM-2100A-2B), and Burgundy (GBM-2100A-4B) models in India.

They feature a metallic finish with straps in optional fabric-based bands to match clothes such as denim, streetwear, and sneakers. Its bio-based resin band provides comfort while reinforcing G-SHOCK’s sustainability commitment.

They come equipped with Bluetooth Smartphone Link and Tough Solar charging technology. The GBM-2100 promises precision time and superior performance.

It boasts of 200-meter water resistance, shock-resistant construction, and five alarm functionality. The GBM-2100A-8B, GBM-2100A-2B and GBM-2100A-4B are priced at Rs 19,995.

. Lithius Cell is a new class of battery from Portronics. It is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery series and available in AA and AAA variants.

It comes with a built-in USB Type-C charging port, and this feature eliminates the need for external chargers or docks, making recharging as simple as plugging in with any Type-C cable.

Lithius Cell can deliver a stable 1.5V output, ensuring reliable performance for home and office devices such as remote controls, keyboards, wireless mouse, toys, cameras, gaming controllers, lamps, clocks and more. Each cell features a smart LED indicator that blinks during charging and turns steady when fully charged, giving users a clear and simple status at a glance.

The Lithius Cell AAA variant has a capacity of 440mAh (666mWh). The Lithius Cell AA offers a higher capacity of 1480mAh (2220mWh) for devices that need more power.

Lithius Cell AAA USB-C Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery are offered in pairs for Rs 499. Even the AA USB-C version is also sold in pairs for Rs 449.

. Like the annual Google Year in Search report, YouTube has also released the Recap feature, which offers insights to individual users on what they watched the most and how much time they spent on videos.

Based on the watch history, YouTube Recap offers highlights on interests, deep dives, and moments the user explored this year.

It comes in a set of up to 12 different cards that spotlight users' top channels, interests, and even the evolution of the viewing habits, or which personality type he/she fall into based on the videos they loved to watch.

. Ahead of the company's 12 anniversary and global product launches of OnePlus 15R and Pad Go 2 series, OnePlus has announced on board Jasprit Bumrah, Smriti Mandhana, Jonathan, Armaan Malik, Kush Maini, and Nitanshi Goel as its brand ambassadors.

“Marking OnePlus’ 12th anniversary in India, we’re proud to announce the onboarding of Jasprit Bumrah, Smriti Mandhana, Jonathan, Armaan Malik, Kush Maini, and Nitanshi Goel as our brand ambassadors. Blending sport, art, and cutting-edge technology, our ambassadors reflect and intricately tie to our performance-first approach. We are certain that this collaboration will be well-received by our community,” said Ishita Grover, Director of Marketing at OnePlus India.

. The new BenQ projectors support auto focus, keystone, screen fit, obstacle avoidance, and eye protection to deliver a perfectly aligned screen within seconds after getting turned on.

Whether set up in a living room, bedroom, or compact apartment, users get a seamless big-screen experience without any manual adjustments.

They feature dual 8W chamber speakers with Dolby Audio and support Bluetooth 5.2 for stable wireless connectivity with external portable speakers.

The TK705i offers a 1.0–1.3x motorised optical zoom for flexible placement in larger rooms, while the TK705STi’s short-throw design projects a 100-inch image from just 1.8 metres — making it perfect for smaller, multi-purpose spaces common in Indian homes.

They can support True 4K UHD resolution with HDR-PRO and CinematicColor and offer up to 3,000 ANSI lumens brightness for bright rooms.

They come with built-in Google TV, support voice control, and there is no need for an additional dongle. Users also get access to 10,000-plus apps, get personalised content suggestions, and navigate effortlessly with Google Assistant or the BenQ SmartRemote app.

For gamers, the projectors promise to deliver ultra-low 5ms input lag at 4K/60Hz and include dedicated HDR-FPS and HDR-RPG modes optimised for real-time gameplay.

Whether you’re exploring open worlds or racing at high speed, Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and HDMI 2.1 with eARC ensure smooth, responsive experiences across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck.

The TK705i is priced at Rs 1,99,990, and the TK705STi costs Rs 2,25,000.

. Finnish fitness brand Polar earlier this week launched its first-ever screen-free smart wearable, the Polar Loop, in India.

It is capable of tracking physical activity, sleep, and overall health 24/7. Unlike other solutions in the market, Polar Loop is a one-time purchase, with every feature available from day one without monthly fees.

When it’s time to train, users can choose from multiple ways to log their workouts. They can start a session directly in Polar Flow, or simply let the new automatic training detection recognise and record it—no button-press required. And for those seeking advanced training options, Polar Flow’s in-app training features add route recording, voice guidance, customizable training targets, and more. At the end of the day, Polar’s advanced sleep tracking monitors sleep quality and duration, offering valuable insights into how rest impacts readiness and recovery.

It is available in three colours-- Greige Sand, Night Black, Brown Copper -- for Rs 19,999.

. The new Sony camera comes with the BIONZ XR2 engine, which is paired with an AI processing unit to deliver a substantial leap in autofocus speed, accuracy, and reliability.

The ILCE-7V has up to 30 per cent improvement in Real-time Recognition AF that instantly recognises targeted subjects and continues to capture them with high precision. With 759 phase-detection points and up to 94 per cent frame coverage, the camera ensures precise subject tracking across nearly the entire image area, even in challenging low-light conditions down to EV -4.0.

The ILCE-7V can achieve up to 16 stops of dynamic range, to ensure the photos retain remarkable tonal detail across highlights and shadows. Even in scenes with extreme contrast, it expresses natural and smooth gradations from dark to bright areas.

With just the ILCE-7V body, it costs 255,990, and with the entire ILCE-7V M-kit, it is priced at Rs 2,70,490.

. Samsung earlier this week announced a partnership with quick commerce firm Swiggy to deliver its products faster in Indian cities.

With the collaboration, consumers can order select Galaxy smartphones, tablets, wearables and accessories on Instamart and get them delivered in 10 minutes.

“At Samsung, we are driven by meaningful innovations that are accessible to everyone. Our partnership with Instamart is another step towards strengthening our omnichannel strategy and making the Galaxy experience available to users in a matter of minutes. We are bringing our most loved devices closer to the users,” said Rahul Pahwa, Director, MX Business, Samsung India.

“At Instamart, our goal has always been to anticipate and adapt to the changing lifestyles of our consumers. By partnering directly with Samsung, we’re ensuring that high-quality devices are now just a few taps and 10 minutes away, redefining what convenience in tech truly means,” said Manender Kaushik, AVP, Instamart.