Many Chinese smartphone makers have already unveiled their new flagship models last year in 2024, and a few more models are said to join them early this year. As per a new update from a Chinese tipster on the Weibo platform, presumably, the sales figures of the latest Xiaomi 15 series, Huawei Mate 70 series, Vivo X200 series, and OPPO Find X8 series have been shared online.

Read more about it below.

New Chinese Flagship Series – Revealed Sales Figures

This update comes from the Chinese tipster – Digital Chat Station, and the shared data is as per on 12th of January, 2025. As mentioned, these sales figures are likely about the latest Xiaomi 15 series, Huawei Mate 70 series, Vivo X200 series, and OPPO Find X8 series.

In the Xiaomi 15 series, in October 2024, two smartphone models were unveiled – Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro. The sales figure of the series is revealed to have crossed 2 million. To add, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra smartphone is also said to join the series next month in February 2025 as the third model of the series, and as the brand’s next iterative camera flagship.

For the Huawei Mate 70 series, four smartphone models (Huawei Mate 70, Huawei Mate 70 Pro, Huawei Mate 70 Pro+, and Huawei Mate 70 RS Ultimate Design) were unveiled in November 2024. The sales figure of Huawei’s Mate 70 series is pointed out as 1.5 million.

Coming to Vivo’s X200 series, it was launched in October 2024 with three smartphone models – Vivo X200, Vivo X200 Pro, and Vivo X200 Pro mini. The series reportedly invited 1.2 million in sales. Additionally, Vivo X200s (series) and Vivo X200 Ultra devices are also expected to join the series this year.

Finally, the OPPO Find X8 series also debuted in October 2024 with two models – OPPO Find X8 and OPPO Find X8 Pro. The series is suggested to have sold 1 million in sales. This year, three more new models are believed to join the series – OPPO Find X8 mini, OPPO Find X8S, and OPPO Find X8 Ultra.

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Recently at the Auto Expo 2025 event two new EVs were officially launched Hyundai Creta Electric and Maruti Suzuki e Vitara. Well seems like Indian consumers will soon be getting more EV options as Vietnamese carmaker, Vinfast officially announced that its Vinfast VF 7 and VF 6 electric SUVs will be coming soon to India, while the company also officially unveiled these SUVs at the event.

As per the company, these two SUVs are expected to meet the electrification needs of consumers and set a new benchmark in India’s green transportation industry.

Vinfast VF 7

This compact 5-seater electric SUV likely be offered in two variants- Eco and plus. It features a shark-fin antenna, split LED headlights, wraparound LED taillights, LED light bar, roof spoiler, and flush-mounted door handles, Eco variant sports 19-inch wheels while Plus variant features 20  and 21-inch wheel options. It measures 4545x1890x1635mm and has a 2840mm wheelbase.

On the inside, it features a dual-tone finish. The eco variant sports a 12.9-inch infotainment screen and the plus variant features a 15-inch display. Other features include a head-up display, over-the-air update capability, ADAS, and a panoramic sunroof.

The eco variant features a single electric motor that offers 204ps and 310Nm of torque whereas the Plus variant comes with dual motors with 354ps power and 500Nm torque. Both variants are backed by a 75.3kWh battery, the Eco variant has a claimed range of 450km and Plus variant has a claimed range of 431km.

Vinfast VF6

On the outside, it features a closed-off grille, vertically stacked triangular projector headlights with LED DRLs, flush-mounted roof rails, a shark-fin antenna, an integrated rear spoiler, wraparound LED taillights connected by an LED light bar, and a rear skid plate. It is said to measure 4238x1820x1594mm and 2730mm wheelbase. On the inside, it comes with dual tone finish, a 3-spoke steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a driver-oriented centre console, a head-up display, a 360-degree camera, and Level 2 ADAS.

It is powered by a 59.6kWh battery paired with an electric motor. It is also expected to arrive in Eco and Plus variants. Eco variant is expected to offer 178 hp power, 250Nm torque, and 399km claimed range. Plus variant is said to offer 204 hp power, 310Nm torque, and 381km claimed range.

These SUVs are expected to be launched in the second half of this year. Other than these SUVs, Vinfast also showcased VF 3, VF e34, VF8, VF9, VF Wild pickup trucks, Evo 200, Klara, Feliz, Vento, and Theon electric scooters at Auto Expo 2025.

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Hyundai India yesterday officially unveiled its all-new Hyundai Creta Electric at Auto Expo 2025 and in the same event, Maruti Suzuki unveiled its first electric SUV-  the e Vitara. Both these EVs are said to compete with each other in the Indian market.

Maruti Suzuki e Vitara

Exterior

The e Vitara’s body is shaped by aerodynamics. It has a futuristic front fascia, tri-LED DRLS, a bold front bumper, and a closed grille. A charging port is present on the side. While the rear side features connected taillights. It measures 4275x1800x1635mm and comes with a 2700mm wheelbase while it weighs 1900kg. It is equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, C-pillar mounted door handles, and a tail lamp in a lightbar design. It comes in 10 color options with 4 dual-tone options.

Interior

It features a dual-tone dashboard, dual screens for infotainment and instrument cluster, a floating center console, two spoke flat-bottom steering wheel, 7 airbags (including an additional driver knee airbag), and Level 2 ADAS. There is a panoramic sunroof, automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, 360-degree camera, wireless charger, 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat, sliding and reclining rear seats, flexible boot space, plush door armrests, Harman sound and an electronic parking brake with auto hold. There is ambient lighting with multi-color illumination.

Performance & Features

It is compatible with Suzuki connect which supports smartwatch connectivity, provides vehicle status and alerts, Suzuki navigation, and schedule charging features. This EV comes with four modes-Eco, Normal, Sport, and Snow. It is powered by high battery capacity, and equipped with an Advanced Thermal Management system, Tyre Pressure monitoring system, and Acoustic Vehicle alarm system. It is based onthe  Heartect e-platform.

There are two battery packs- 49kWh and 61kWh. The 49kWh variant offers 189Nm torque and 144PS while the 61kWh variant offers the same torque and 174PS. The 61kWh variant offersa  500km range. These variants can be charged with varied charging options. There is also an AWD version (e-AllGrip) offered with a dual motor setup.

The pricing details are yet to be announced by Maruti.

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Hyundai India has finally unveiled its much awaited Hyundai Creta Electric in India at Auto Expo 2025.  This SUV arrives as an affordable EV and features various advanced features for enhanced user experience.

Hyundai Creta Electric

Features

As already discovered with the teaser, Creta Electric looks quite similar to the ICE version of the SUV with minor differences. This EV features a Pixelated graphic theme, Active Air flaps for cooling and aerodynamics, 17-inch aerodynamically designed alloy wheels, and a Charging port with multi-color surround light. There is a 2610mm long wheelbase.

On the inside, it features dual curvilinear screens, a floating console with ocean blue surround ambient lighting, a Bio-leather seat upholstery, 3 spoke steering wheel. It offers 433L long boot space and 22L frunk storage. It sports a 10.25 inch HD infotainment screen, 10.25-inch digital cluster, 8 speaker system with Bose premium sound, and Hyundai Bluelink with 70+ Bluelink connected features. It comes with leading technology that includes- ADAS-linked regenerative braking, i-PEDAL single pedal driving, digital key, and advanced climate control with ventilated front seats. It provides a maximum 473km long range while u can reach from 0-100km/h in just 7.9 seconds. It offers 255Nm torque output and 126kW maximum power.

Creta Electric is equipped with a battery heater to provide maximum performance even in extreme cold conditions (-35 degrees Celsius). The battery comes with an IP67 rating while the EV has also passed the water soak test (420mm depth for 120s). It supports fast DC charging that helps in charging the EV up to 80% in 39 minutes (100kW) or 58 min (50kW) and could be paired with an 11kW charger for more benefits. The SUV offers exceptional safety with 52 standard safety features and more than 75 Advanced safety features. There are two battery packs- 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh.

Pricing

There are 5 variants- Executive, Smart, Smart (0), Premium, and Excellence.

42kWh Battery Pack variant (ex-showroom)

• Executive- Rs 17,99,000
• Smart- Rs 18,99,900
• Smart (0)- Rs 19,49,900
• Premium- Rs 19,99,000

51.4kWh Battery Pack (ex-showroom)

• Smart (0)- Rs 21.49,900
• Excellence- Rs 23,49,900

11kW Smart Charger Connected Wall-box charger (including installation) is available at an option price of Rs 73,000.

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The Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi is said to soon unveil new 2025 e-scooters- Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5 series and Xiaomi Electric Scooter Elite. The company has not officially announced the launch date yet but ahead of the anticipated launch, Xiaomi Electric Scooter Elite is spotted on two certification websites.

Xiaomi Electric Scooter Elite with model number DDHBC15LQ was spotted on SDPPI certification with certificate number 107115/SDPPI/2025 and PLG ID 9003.

This electric scooter is also spotted on TUV certification with various model numbers DDHBC11LQ, DDHBC12LQ, DDHBC13LQ, DDHBC14LQ, DDHBBC15LQ, DDHBC16LQ and DDHBC17LQ.

The scooter has fulfilled various standards- EN 300328 V 2.2.2:2019, EN IEC 61000-6-3:2021, EN IEC 61000-6-1:2019, EN 301489-17 V 3.2.4:2020, EN 301489-1 V 2.2.3: 2019, EN 62749:2010, EN 62233:2008 and EN 60335-1:2012+ A11+A13+A1+A14+A2+A15+A16.

Xiaomi Electric Scooter Elite has also been found listed on Xiaomi’s global website which reveals key details of this upcoming scooter.

Xiaomi Electric Scooter Elite: Listed On Xiaomi Global

It comes with a front dual spring suspension that lets the scooter absorb shocks up to 30mm, reducing vibrations. It offers a 45km travel range and arrives with a 400W rated power brushless motor and 25km/h maximum speed. The scooter features 10-inch large-diameter low-rolling-resistance tubeless tires and a 360kWh battery. The charging time is approximately 8 hours. It weighs 20kg and measures 1270x1175mm (unfolded), 545x1175x525mm (folded),

The scooter can climb 20% inclines and tackle slopes up to 11.3 degrees. There are three different modes- Walking mode (6km/h), Standard mode (15km/h), and Sport mode (25km/h). The drum brake and rear E-ABS work together to achieve efficient braking. The scooter is capable of carrying a maximum load of 120kg. There is also a headlight at the front, indicators on the handles, and a tail light above the tyre. It comes with an IPX5/IPX6 rating, and a Smart Battery Management system, and can be folded effortlessly in three steps. Users can connect it to the Xiaomi Home app to keep tabs on remaining mileage, current battery level, energy recovery intensity, motor lock, tire pressure, and battery info.

The pricing details and launch date are yet not revealed by the brand.

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As per a new report from the International Data Corporation (IDC), it has been revealed that the PC Industry last year witnessed a slight growth. Moreover, the report also looks into what could happen this year in 2025.

Read more about it below.

2024 Sees a Slight Growth in the PC Market, What About 2025?

Based on what has been revealed in the IDC report, the shipment of PC units in the last quarter of 2024 (Q4 2024) has grown to 1.8% over last year’s shipment, and the global volume has reportedly reached 68.9 million shipments as per the data from IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker preliminary reports. Throughout 2024, the shipments grew 1% over 2023, with PC vendors shipping 262.7 million units in total.

Speaking more, as a whole, the PC market experiences a slower return when compared to growth, however, the government subsidies in China and the end-of-the-year sales in US and Europe offered some sort of hope in the industry last year in Q4 2024. Additionally, with the Windows 10 support ending in October 2025, companies have also taken quick measures to adapt with new and upgraded hardware requirements.

This year in 2025, there are a few concerns that may tie down the PC industry such as the administration change in the US, threat of new and increased tariffs, and supply chain pull-in during December 2024 from brands with limited production capacity outside China (in attempts to prevent US tariffs on Chinese-made goods). Apart from these, AI PCs have also attracted the attention of consumers, and it is therefore expected to have a positive impact on the PC industry. But, considering the cost and use cases, there are still a lot of challenges to be tackled. Even so, the implementation of on-device AI for PCs cannot be avoided. We will have to wait and see how PC makers and suppliers address these issues, and how consumers are provided advanced technologies amidst the uncertainties.

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On 9^th January, OnePlus officially launched its flagship OnePlus 13 series in the Indian and global markets. The series included two smartphones- OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. The first sale of the OnePlus 13R will start on 14^th January in India while the first sale for the OnePlus 13 started yesterday in the country,

Seems like Indian consumers were eagerly waiting for the OnePlus 13 to go on sale, as the device achieved a great milestone on the first day of its sale. OnePlus India officially announced that the OnePlus 13 has become the highest-selling premium smartphone in the Rs 50K+ segment on the first day of sale in the last 1 year (From 01-2024 to 01-2025) on Amazon.

A record-breaking start to 2025 for the OnePlus 13 🔥 pic.twitter.com/aH5UgSwDbc

— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) January 11, 2025

The smartphone has also witnessed the highest first-day sales ever in this price segment for OnePlus. This indeed is a great start to 2025 for the smartphone brand, Let’s wait and see whether the OnePlus 13R will receive similar customer attention in India or whether the OnePlus 13 will only lead the way.

OnePlus 13: Specifications & Pricing

It sports a 6.82-inch ProXDR LTPO display that offers QHD+ screen resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, and is protected with a Ceramic guard cover glass. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. The smartphone packs up a 50MP Sony LYT-808 main camera, a 50MP Sony LYT-600 telephoto camera, and a 50MP S5KJN5 ultrawide camera on the rear side and on the front it features a 32MP Sony IMX615 selfie camera. It supports 100W SuperVOOC charging and 50W AirVOOC wireless charging. Other features include WiFi 7, NFC, USB Type-C, Alert slider, ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, Bluetooth 5.4, dual nano-SIM slot, alert slider, and IP68/69 rating.

It runs on OxygenOS 15.0  based on Android 15. The company has promised to release 4 years of Android updates and 6 years of security patches to this smartphone. It is backed by a 6000mAh battery. The smartphone boasts features like- Circle to Search, PassScan, Magic compose, Intelligent Search, Google Gemini, Aqua Touch 2.0, love Mode, AI Detail Boost, Livephoto, ODAD feature, Theft protection, and more. OnePlus 13 comes in Midnight Ocean, Arctic Dawn, and Black Eclipse colors.

There are three storage options- 12/256 GB priced at Rs 69,999, 16/512 GB priced at Rs 71,999, and 24 GB/1TB priced at Rs 84,999 The sale has already started in India via OnePlus.in, the OnePlus Store app, Amazon, and offline retail stores. Consumers can avail of up to Rs 5,000 instant discount on ICICI bank, exchange bonus up to Rs 7,000, and up to 24 months No Cost EMI.

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Yesterday, Skoda officially unveiled its all-new Enyaq SUV facelift and Enyaq Coupe SUV globally. These SUVs feature the brand’s new modern solid theme, a new Tech Deck face alongside enhanced aerodynamics and more range. Let’s dive in to learn all the details.

Skoda Enyaq Facelift & Skoda Enyaq Coupe Facelift: Features & Performance

On the exterior side, there is a new SKODA branding on the bonnet and a split design for LED headlights. The bumper’s lower section has been optimized for aerodynamics while there are chrome skid plates also included. Enyaq coupe-SUV looks identical to its SUV sibling. The Enyaq EV is said to offer a wheelbase of 2,766 mm and stand on 19-inch alloy wheels while the wheel size may be up to 21 inches. Enyaq SUV is loner by 9mm to 4658mm and taller by 1mm to 1,622mm whereas Enyaq Coupe is also loner by 5mm and taller by 2mm with length and height identical to the SUV. Enyaq SUV’s drag coefficient has dropped to 0.245 from 0.264 and that of the coupe-SUV to 0.225 from 0.234.

If we talk about interiors, the steering wheel features the same SKODA lettering as the outside. There is a 13-inch infotainment display, a 5-inch digital driver’s display, and an optional head-up display. It also includes a panoramic sunroof, electrically adjustable seats, three-zone AC, and eco-friendly material in seat upholstery. The luggage capacity of the Enyaq SUV has increased from 585 to 1,710 liters and from 570 to 1,610 liters in the Enyaq Coupe.

Coming to the performance features, there are three variants for these SUVs- 60, 85, and 85x. The 60 variant is equipped with a 59kWh battery and offers 437km range (SUV), 446km range (Coupe), 204hp, and a top speed of 160kmph. The 85 variant is backed by a 77kWh battery and offersa  586km range (SUV), 596km range (Coupe), 286hp, and a top speed of 180kmph. Meanwhile, the 85x variant is equipped with 77kWh and offers a 549km range (SUV), 558km range (Coupe), 286hp, and a top speed of 180kmph. Depending on the trim, the DC charging capacity varies from 135 kW to 175 kW.

It is expected that Skoda may introduce this new Enyaq in India as well sometime later this year.

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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced that the company will invest $3 billion in India over the next two years to expand cloud and AI infrastructure, build new datacenters, and train 10 million people in AI and cloud skills by 2030.

Speaking at the Microsoft AI Tour in Bengaluru, Nadella highlighted India’s growing role in AI innovation. He said this investment would help make India an AI-first nation and create opportunities for people and businesses across the country.

Expanding AI Infrastructure

Microsoft plans to increase its datacenter capacity in India to support the rising demand for AI technology. The company already has three operational datacenter regions and a fourth set to open in 2026. This expansion aligns with India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

The company will continue its ADVANTA(I)GE India programme, which aims to train 10 million people in AI skills by 2030. So far, Microsoft has trained 2.4 million people, focusing on women and participants from smaller towns and cities.

According to Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State for Skill Development, partnerships with companies like Microsoft are essential for equipping India’s workforce with modern skills and supporting economic growth.

Supporting Start-ups and Innovation

Microsoft also launched an AI Innovation Network to help transform AI research into practical solutions for businesses. The company has partnered with SaaSBoomi to strengthen India’s AI and SaaS (Software as a Service) ecosystem, aiming to impact 5,000 start-ups, create 200,000 jobs, and attract $1.5 billion in investment over the next five years.

Microsoft is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its operations. New datacenters in India will use innovative cooling systems that don’t require water, and the company has secured renewable energy contracts to power its operations.

This $3 billion investment reflects Microsoft’s vision to support India’s digital transformation, create jobs, and build a skilled workforce. By expanding infrastructure and fostering innovation, Microsoft aims to help India become a global leader in AI.

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India is looking at a ₹230 billion rupee ($2.68 billion USD) subsidy package to support its electronics manufacturing sector, Bloomberg reports. The plan would include subsidies and lower tariffs to reduce production costs for smartphone makers like Apple.

The proposed plan would add to India’s existing production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme and focus on building a local component supply chain. Part of the plan involves cutting import tariffs on key electronic parts like batteries, camera modules, and microprocessors. Right now, India’s tariffs on these parts are between 0% and 20%, which is 5-6% higher than countries like China and Malaysia, according to Niti Aayog research.

Apple has been making phones in India since 2017, and Indian-made iPhones now make up about 15% of its global production. The company started making iPhone 16 in India a few weeks after its global release.

If the plan goes through, future models like the iPhone 17 might be made in India and China at the same time. This comes as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to increase electronics manufacturing in India, which has already brought companies like Apple and Samsung to set up or expand production in the country.

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