Orbital
391 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsGadgets 360’s flagship podcast for the biggest tech developments on a weekly basis. Hosted by Siddharth Suvarna, the show brings in Gadgets 360’s writers, and experts from the tech industry.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 review: Lots to flex?
August 11, 2023 12:30 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 was launched last month by the South Korean tech conglomerate at its second Galaxy Unpacked event of the year and the foldable phone will finally go on sale in India on August 18. Last month, we discussed the arrival of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto talks to guest host Roydon Cerejo about Samsung's latest clamshell foldable phone. While the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 comes w...
Infinix GT 10 Pro to Amazon's Great Freedom Festival sale — a tech news recap
August 04, 2023 00:20 - 29 minutes - 41.8 MBAmazon's Great Freedom Festival sale kicked off at midnight on Friday with offers, deals, and discounts on a wide range of products on the e-commerce platform. Last week, Samsung announced the price of the newly announced Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 in India and in global markets. Both phones are more expensive — at launch — than their predecessors. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and guest host Roydon Cerejo team up to dicu...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Fold 5: Unpacking Samsung's Latest Upgrades
July 26, 2023 03:05 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 were launched by the company on Wednesday at its latest Galaxy Unpacked 2023 event. These are Samsung's latest foldable smartphones and come with a custom version of Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and a new Flex Hinge that is designed to be more durable. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto — who is currently in Seoul to attend the Galaxy Unpacked event — talks to guest host Roydo...
iQoo Neo 7 Pro review: Flagship specs, accessible price
July 21, 2023 04:00 - 21 minutes - 20.7 MBThe iQoo Neo 7 Pro costs less than Rs. 40,000 in India, but don't let its price fool you — this phone offers a lot of value in terms of hardware specifications, including Qualcomm's flagship-grade Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, resident smartphone expert Pranav Hegde talks to host Siddharth Suvarna about iQoo's latest flagship phone and how it fares against the competition. Are the iQoo Neo 7 Pro's specifications enough to set it a...
Hands-on with the Nothing Phone 2
July 14, 2023 01:30 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBCarl Pei's UK startup Nothing is back with its second smartphone — the Nothing Phone 2. The new handset from Nothing bears an uncanny resemblance to its predecessor, with a few visual tweaks to distunguish the more expensive model. The phone made its debut in global markets, including India, earlier this week. We discuss the Nothing Phone 2 on this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, as reviews editor Roydon Cerejo tells guest host and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto what he ...
OnePlus Nord 3 review: A competitive upgrade
July 07, 2023 07:10 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBOnePlus is back with a new Nord-series smartphone — the OnePlus Nord 3. This handset arrives as the successor to the Nord 2 that was launched last year. Unlike its predecessor and the Nord 2T which brought minor and iterative upgrades, the OnePlus Nord 3 is equipped with some noteworthy hardware upgrades. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, in-house device expert Pranav Hegde discusses OnePlus' latest mid-range smartphone with host Siddharth Suvarna. From a powerfu...
Nothing Phone 2 to Amazon Prime Day — what to expect in July
June 30, 2023 08:40 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBNothing Phone 2 is set to debut in India and global markets in July and the UK-based startup headed by OnePlus Co-Founder Carl Pei is set to launch its second phone with a transparent design. The phone will bring some serious upgrades over the Phone 1 that was launched last year. Meanwhile, Amazon Prime Day 2023 is set to begin in India on July 15, and the e-commerce giant is expected to bring discounts, deals, and offers on a range of products during the sale. On this week's episode of Or...
Xiaomi Pad 6 review: Great value
June 23, 2023 08:40 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBXiaomi's latest mid-range tablet is here in the form of the Xiaomi Pad 6 and the company's newest offering doesn't seem to have a lot of competition from other brands this year. The tablet features a few notable upgrades in terms of hardware over its predecessor. Is the Xiaomi Pad 6 the best Android tablet you can buy in its price segment? Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde discusses this and more with guest host Sheldon Pinto on the latest weekly episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast...
Summer games recap: All the best announcements
June 15, 2023 12:15 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBWe've already seen several noteworthy games arrive in the first half of 2023, from Diablo 4 to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Over the past two weeks, we've discovered details about some of the most exciting games scheduled to release later this year. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, entertainment and games reporter Rahul Chettiyar teams up with industry insider and Orbital veteran Rishi Alwani to talk to host Pranav Hegde about some of the most excit...
WWDC 2023 recap: A new journey begins with the Apple Vision Pro
June 08, 2023 07:45 - 36 minutes - 31.3 MBAt Apple's most exciting Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) keynote event in several years, the company announced the launch of its first mixed reality headset — the Apple Vision Pro. The wearable device will be sold in the US next year and is equipped with several advanced sensors and two powerful chips designed by the company. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, senior reviewer Ali Pardiwala — speaking from Apple's headquarters in California — and Gadgets 360 ...
What to expect from Apple's WWDC 2023 event
June 02, 2023 08:30 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBApple's Worldwide Developers Conference is set to kick off on June 5 at 10am PT (10:30pm IST) and the company is expected to announce its first mixed reality headset, a device that isn't expected to be available until later this year. This week on Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and Orbital guest host Roydon Cerejo get together to discuss all the leaks, rumours, and news coverage ahead of Apple's 34th WWDC event. At WWDC 2023, we can expect to see Apple ann...
Motorola Edge 40 first impressions
May 26, 2023 09:30 - 23 minutes - 32 MBThe midrange smartphone segment in India is very competitve with manufacturers offering a variety of specifications. Motorola claims that its latest handset is the world's thinnest 5G phone with an IP68 rating. On this week's episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, resident smartphone expert Pranav Hegde teams up with Orbital host Siddharth Suvarna to talk about the Motorola Edge 40. With a dual rear camera setup, 68W Turbo Power wired charging, and a curved 144Hz OLED display, the M...
Samsung Galaxy A34 5G review: Capable mid-range performer
May 19, 2023 06:55 - 26 minutes - 48.2 MBEarlier this week, Sammsung launched the Galaxy A34 5G in India. The latest addition to the company's Galaxy A series of smartphones brings some notable upgrades over its predecessor. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde talks to Orbital host Siddharth Suvarna about his experience with Samsung's new A-series smartphone. How will the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G fare against similarly priced rivals like the Nothing Phone 1 or the iQoo Neo 7? Listen to the episode to find out, and read our review of ...
Google I/O recap: Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, new AI tools arrive
May 12, 2023 08:30 - 43 minutes - 48.2 MBGoogle I/O 2023 kicked off earlier this week and the search giant wasted no time in telling us that it cares about AI. This year, Google is going to supercharge its apps, services, and Android operating system with AI technology. The company also launched the Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet at the event. As of now, only the midrange Pixel 7a will be sold in India, according to the company. Gadgets 360 deputy news editor Siddharth Suvarna and executive editor Jamshed Avari join Orbi...
OnePlus Pad first impressions: Looks good, feels better
May 03, 2023 11:30 - 27 minutes - 38.6 MBOnePlus has launched several handssets over the years since the first OnePlus One, branching out into other product categories includinng audio products, TVs, and wearables. The company recently launched its first tablet in India. With the new OnePlus Pad that is sold in a Halo Green colour option, the Chinese firm has stepped into unknown territory, in a market dominated by Apple's iPad. Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto who has spent some time with the OnePlus Pad talks to Orbit...
Vivo X90 Pro: Vivo giveth and Vivo taketh away
April 28, 2023 09:30 - 39 minutes - 48.2 MBVivo's latest X series phone was launched in India earlier this week. The new Vivo X90 Pro arrives as the successor to last year's Vivo X80 Pro. Both of these handsets have been reviewed on Gadgets 360. The Vivo X90 Pro comes with some notable hardware upgrades, especially to the primary camera sensor. However, some features found on last year's Vivo X80 Pro are nowhere to be found on this year's model. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and Orbital guest host Roydon Cerejo get together to...
Xiaomi 13 Ultra to Apple's New Stores — a tech news recap
April 21, 2023 11:15 - 34 minutes - 48.2 MBEarlier this week, Apple opened its first store in India. Several years after Apple launched its first product in the country, the CEO of the Cupertino company visited India to inaugurate new stores in Mumbai and Delhi. Chinese smartphone makers also released new devices this week — Xiaomi 13 Ultra, the company's top-of-the-line handset with flagship specifications made its debut in China, while Vivo launched new foldables, the Vivo X Fold 2, Vivo X Flip. There's no word on when these devi...
Apple Store Finally Comes to India: Here's What You Can Expect
April 14, 2023 12:00 - 32 minutes - 31.5 MBApple is finally opening Apple Stores in India. The first Apple Store in India, dubbed Apple BKC, is scheduled to open on April 18 in Mumbai. Apple has also announced that it'll be opening a second store in Saket, New Delhi, on April 20. Executive editor Jamshed Avari and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Pranav Hegde to discuss the Apple Store opening in India and what it means to the consumers. The first Apple Store is opening in Mumbai at the Jio World Drive mall in Band...
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G Review: Can it Dominate the Rs. 20,000 Segment?
April 06, 2023 12:00 - 38 minutes - 31.5 MBOnePlus' latest Nord CE 3 Lite launched in India earlier this week with a sub-Rs.20,000 price tag for the base variant. The smartphone has a stylish design and has some decent specifications that make it a good value for money. It also has several competitors in the segment. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital guest host Roydon Cerejo to discuss the newly launched OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite and the competition. The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite offers a ...
2023 So Far: The Most Interesting Phones and Tech of Q1
March 30, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 31.5 MBThere have been several interesting phones and tech that were announced in the first quarter of 2023. From some of the most powerful smartphones such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, iQoo 11 5G, to AI-based chat services such as ChatGPT. We also saw plenty of new mid-range smartphones being launched, and a change in price segments across phones. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and executive editor Jamshed Avari join Orbital guest host Roydon Cerejo to discuss the most interesting tech a...
Realme C55 first impressions + Mini Capsule
March 24, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBMonths after Apple repurposed its large display notch in the form of the Dynamic Island, a software-powered notification system that reimagines a pill-shaped camera cutout, the first Android smartphone that clones the same feature is here in the form of the Realme C55 - a budget phone with an expanding hole-punch camera cutout. Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and executive editor Jamshed Avari join Orbital host Siddharth Suvarna to discuss the new Realme C55. Even though Realme ...
Oppo Find N2 Flip review: Finding balance
March 17, 2023 10:57 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MBOppo announced its first foldable phone to debut in India, the Oppo Find N2 Flip. It's quite a mouthful of a name, just like its only competition in the country, the Sasmsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. Gadgets 360 reviews editor Roydon Cerejo talks to Orbital guest host Sheldon Pinto about Oppo's new foldable phone on the latest episode. The Oppo Find N2 Flip will compete with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 in India, and Samsung's foldable phones finally have some competition in the country. Oppo's fi...
Xiaomi 13 Pro review: Lots to Leica
March 10, 2023 09:30 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBXiaomi is asking for a lot of money to purchase its latest flagship phone, the Xiaomi 13 Pro — especially when you consider the price of its predecessor. However, this year's Xiaomi 13 Pro is equipped with some notable upgrades, especially in the camera department. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde, who has spent a couple of weeks with Xiaomi's latest high-end smartphone, talks to Orbital guest host and Gadgets 360 reviews editor Roydon Cerejo on the latest episode. The Xiaomi 13 Pro is e...
AR glasses, rollable phones and other futuristic devices at MWC 2023
March 03, 2023 12:10 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBThe annual Mobile World Congress (MWC) event is the world's biggest smartphone-centric event, giving smartphone enthusiasts an idea of what to expect from their favourite brands this year. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde who was in Barcelona this week, tells senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and Orbital guest host and Gadgets 360 executive editor Jamshed Avari that MWC 2023 was a very lively event. The annual event saw the launch of the Xiaomi 13 series in global markets and the arrival of t...
Xiaomi India's Muralikrishnan B — Orbital exclusive
February 23, 2023 13:15 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBAfter facing some headwinds in India last year, Xiaomi is raring to take on the competition in the country in 2023. What does the company have planned for one of its biggest markets? We ask Xiaomi's top executive on this week's Orbital episode. The smartphone maker is gearing up to launch its flagship Xiaomi 13 Pro smartphone in India next week. It will be the first flagship handset from the company to make its debut in the country in 2023. The Xiaomi 13 Pro is also the first phone from Xi...
iQoo Neo 7 5G Review: Plenty of power
February 16, 2023 12:35 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBThe newly launched iQoo Neo 7 5G packs a lot of power without costing a fortune. It's the first phone to debut in India with MediaTek's recently launched Dimensity 8200 SoC under the hood. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Siddharth Suvarna to discuss the latest smartphone from iQoo and how it stacks up agasint the competition inm terms of price and performance. The successor to last year's well-received iQoo Neo 6 has big shoes to fill ...
OnePlus 11 5G + OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Review
February 10, 2023 13:12 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThe OnePlus 11 5G and the company's flagship OnePlus Buds Pro 2 made their debut at the company's Cloud 11 launch event on Tuesday. If you're looking for a smartphone running Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, is one of the few options worth considering. Gadgets 360 reviews editor Roydon Cerejo and audio expert Ali Pardiwala join Orbital host Siddharth Suvarna to get a better understanding of how these devices fit into OnePlus' portfolio. Should you buy the OnePlus 11 5G in 2023? Or does ...
Samsung Galaxy S23 series: First impressions
February 03, 2023 11:45 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBSamsung Galaxy S23 series — comprising the Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ and the Galaxy S23 Ultra — were launched by the South Korean conglomerate on Wednesday. These smartphones are the successors to the company's Galaxy S22 lineup. Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and reviews editor Roydon Cerejo join Orbital host Pranav Hegde to discuss Pinto's first impressions of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series after he tried out the handsets earlier this week. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra b...
Infinix Zero Ultra 5G review: A hard sell
January 27, 2023 12:50 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBInfinix Zero Ultra 5G was recently launched in India and the smartphone packs an interesting set of features, including a curved AMOLED display and support for 180W charging. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Siddharth Suvarna to talk about Infinix's latest smartphone and how it fares agasint the competition. This phone is touted to offer the fastest charging speed in the country at the moment, but is that enough to convince customers to...
iQoo 11 Review: Power meets performance
January 20, 2023 12:30 - 46 minutes - 32.9 MBThe first flagship phone for 2023 has finally arrived in India. Weeks ahead of the competition, the iQoo 11 was launched in the country and offers flagship-grade performance with a modern design. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital guest host and reviews editor Roydon Cerejo to discuss iQoo's latest flagship phone. How does the iQoo 11 fare in day-to-day usage? On paper, this phone boasts impressive specifications, even though it's more expensi...
Is 2023 the year foldables go big?
January 17, 2023 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBSamsung has had the foldables smartphone segment to itself for a couple of years. Can 2023 change that? Gadgets 360 reviews editor Roydon Cerejo and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Akhil Arora to talk about just that. We discuss all the expected announcements in 2023, from the rumoured Pixel Fold to Samsung’s next generation of the Z Fold and Z Flip. Along the way, we touch upon their pros and cons, and wonder what’s keeping the likes of Oppo and Vivo from entering the In...
Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G Review
January 05, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 18.9 MBThe Redmi Note 12 Pro+ was launched in India on Thursday. The phone is the successor to the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G that was launched in India last year. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital guest host Siddharth Suvarna to discuss Redmi's latest midrange smartphone. The company's popular Redmi Note series has breached the Rs. 25,000 price point for the first time in India. Does it offer the same value for money as its predecessor? We discuss the...
Best Games of 2022
December 30, 2022 07:30 - 35 minutes - 36.4 MBFrom Elden Ring to BGMI’s ban, 2022 has thrown a lot at us in the realm of video games. Industry insider and Orbital veteran Rishi Alwani and Screen Rant game guides editor Akshay Bhalla join Orbital host Akhil Arora to talk about the year of 2022 in gaming. Read: Gadgets 360’s favourite games from 2022 We discuss the biggest news developments of the year, our favourite games from 2022, and what we want (and don’t want) in 2023. Along the way, we touch upon the continued inventory strug...
Realme 10 Pro+ review: money, money, money
December 21, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 38.7 MBThanks to inflation and market factors, Realme’s new phone has lost its mid-range crown. Gadgets 360 executive editor Jamshed Avari and reviewer Pranav Hegde join Orbital host Akhil Arora to talk about the Realme 10 Pro+. We discuss how the 10 Pro+ is a couple of steps down on the 9 Pro+, launched in February this year, with a missing 3.5mm jack and optical image stabilisation (OIS). That said, you do get a new curved AMOLED display. We also delve into Realme’s software struggles, with t...
What is 5G like in India right now?
December 16, 2022 08:00 - 26 minutes - 26.3 MB5G is now available both on Android and iPhone in India. But is it any good? Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Ali Pardiwala, video producer Aditya Nath Jha, and senior sub-editor Siddhant Chandra join Orbital host Akhil Arora to tell us more. Jha and Chandra talk about when and how they got access, and what their experience has been like so far. Pardiwala details the differences in Jio and Airtel’s 5G approaches, and how it impacts what they are doing today — and tomorrow. And towards the en...
Realme Pad X review
December 09, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 35.4 MBApple is increasingly moving upward in iPad pricing, leaving room for competitors behind it. Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and reviewer Pranav Hegde join Orbital guest host Siddharth Suvarna to talk about the Realme Pad X. With the new 2022 iPad starting at Rs. 44,900, Android tablet makers have the budget segment all to themselves. (Unless you’re counting older models.) Starting at Rs. 20,000, the Pad X offers a 10.95-inch display akin to the new iPad, though they aren’t of ...
The Best Phones of 2022
December 01, 2022 10:30 - 58 minutes - 58.3 MBWe’re into the final month of 2022, and naturally, it’s time to put the year in a nutshell. Gadgets 360 reviews editor Roydon Cerejo and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Akhil Arora to talk about the best phones of 2022. We discuss how continued supply chain troubles, China’s policy struggles with COVID-19 lockdowns, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine played havoc with smartphone parts prices. Still, there were a fair few great phones this year. Samsung continues to do grea...
Asus ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro review
November 25, 2022 08:30 - 47 minutes - 46.1 MBNearly half a year after they were announced, Asus’ latest gaming phones are now in India. Gadgets 360 reviews editor Roydon Cerejo and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital guest host Pranav Hegde to talk about the ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro. We talk about the improvements on the hardware front, the range of gaming peripherals they support, and how the five-month delay in being put up for sale poses an issue for Asus in India. More importantly, there’s a big price jump. While the ROG Ph...
The best earphones and headphones for every budget
November 18, 2022 12:30 - 48 minutes - 26.6 MBBuying a pair of earphones or headphones can be very confusing, if you don't know exactly what you're looking for. There are a wide range of brands across various price segments, each offering several features. Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Ali Pardiwala and Trakin Tech executive producer Ershad Kaleebullah join Orbital guest host Pranav Hegde to talk about the best wireless earphones available in India today. Should you buy a pair of affordable TWS earbuds? Or is it better to save up for a...
iPad (2022) Review
November 11, 2022 09:30 - 41 minutes - 42.1 MBApple recently launched the tenth generation of its entry level iPad. However, unlike recent models that have been relatively affordable, the iPad (2022) is priced much higher than last year's model. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Akhil Arora to talk about Apple's latest tablet, what it has to offer, and whether it's worth upgrading from an older model. This year, Apple has brought a few upgrades, such as the addition of a USB Type-C ...
Pixel 7 and 7 Pro review
November 04, 2022 10:00 - 41 minutes - 39.5 MBAfter four years, Google is back in the premium smartphone segment. Should you care? Gadgets 360 reviews editor Roydon Cerejo and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Akhil Arora to talk about the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro. Having had both phones for a few weeks, Pinto tells us what Google’s new phones are like. We discuss cameras, software, battery life, and the competition. Along the way, we touch upon their India pricing, and wonder if Google is truly committed this time around. F...
The best phone under Rs. 30,000
October 28, 2022 06:30 - 32 minutes - 32.9 MBIt’s been a while since we asked this question on Orbital: What is the best phone under Rs. 30,000 in India right now? Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and consultant sub editor Siddhant Chandra join Orbital host Akhil Arora to tell us just that. Read: The best phones under Rs. 30,000 We discuss what has changed in the past 18 months, why you should be ready to make compromises, and the phones you should consider depending on your requirements. Along the way, we delve into the features...
iPad and iPad Pro 2022 + iPhone 14 Pro review
October 20, 2022 07:15 - 35 minutes - 34.2 MBApple dumped three new iPads, and a new Apple TV 4K on us this week. Gadgets 360 executive editor Jamshed Avari and reviews editor Roydon Cerejo join Orbital host Akhil Arora to discuss all of them. The new 10th-gen redesigned iPad loses the home button, gains USB Type-C, and is boosted in price. It now starts at Rs. 44,900 in India. The sixth-gen iPad Pros get 5G and Apple’s M2 chip, but that too means price increases. The 11-inch model begins at Rs. 81,900, while the 12.9-inch variant ...
Redmi Pad Review
October 14, 2022 09:30 - 26 minutes - 28.6 MBRedmi recently launched a new budget tablet in India, that is priced below the Rs. 20,000 mark. The tablet features a 10.61-inch IPS LCD display and is available in Graphite Grey, Mint Green, and Moonlight Silver colour options. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and consultant sub editor Siddhant Chandra join Orbital host Akhil Arora to talk about this new tablet and whether it is worth your consideration. The Redmi Pad will compete with offerings from Realme, including the Realme Pad Ai...
5G is here. Should you buy a 4G phone?
October 07, 2022 10:15 - 32 minutes - 32.8 MB5G is starting to roll out in India. Is this still a good time to purchase a 4G-only smartphone? Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and reviewer Pranav Hegde join Orbital host Akhil Arora to discuss just that — through the perspective of the Moto G72. Read: Moto G72 hands-on: promising all-rounder misses out on 5G Launched earlier this week, the Moto G72 is a sub-Rs. 20,000 phone that offers a 120Hz HDR OLED display, a 108-megapixel rear camera, and a big 5000mAh battery. But ther...
Pixel 7 + Pixel 7 Pro leaks — everything we know
September 30, 2022 12:15 - 36 minutes - 37.1 MBGoogle is all set to launch two new flagship-grade smartphones next week - the Pixel 7 and the Pixel 7 Pro. Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and deputy news editor Siddharth Suvarna join Orbital host Akhil Arora to discuss Google's upcoming smartphones. The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro will be the first high-end phones from the company to launch in India in nearly four years. The last flagship handsets to debut in the country were the Pixel 3 and the Pixel 3 XL. Could the Pixel 7 and...
Moto Edge 30 Ultra and Fusion review
September 23, 2022 08:15 - 36 minutes - 37.2 MBMotorola has bigger ambitions in India, as it forays into iPhone and Galaxy S territory. Gadgets 360 senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto and reviewer Pranav Hegde join Orbital host Akhil Arora to discuss the Edge 30 Ultra and Fusion. Read: Edge 30 Ultra hands-on: checking all the boxes The Rs. 60,000 Edge 30 Ultra has everything on paper: the latest Snapdragon chip, 125W fast charging, and promise of three Android updates. Oh, I forgot the highlight feature: a 200-megapixel rear camera. But th...
Redmi 11 Prime 5G review
September 15, 2022 12:30 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBThe Redmi 11 Prime 5G is the latest entry in a long list of 5G capable smartphones that have launched in India before the next generation connectivity rolls out in the country later this year. Gadgets 360 reviewer Pranav Hegde and consultant sub editor Siddhant Chandra join Orbital host Akhil Arora to discuss Redmi's latest affordable smartphone. Buying an affordable 5G smartphone at this price point usually means you will end up paying a "5G tax". What does that mean for those looking to...
iPhone 14 and 14 Plus + 14 Pro and Pro Max + Apple Watch Ultra
September 08, 2022 12:30 - 30 minutes - 29 MBEight — yes, eight! — new Apple devices were launched at the Far Out event. (Gadgets 360 was there!) And you can pre-order most of them this week. Gadgets 360 executive editor Jamshed Avari, reviews editor Roydon Cerejo, and senior reviewer Sheldon Pinto join Orbital host Akhil Arora to discuss all of them. In India, the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max are more expensive than ever, starting at Rs. 1,29,900 and Rs. 1,39,900, respectively. For that money, you get an all-new design with Dynamic...
iPhone 14 leaks — everything we know
September 01, 2022 11:50 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBIs Apple committing a sin by splitting the iPhone 14 from the 14 Pros? Gadgets 360 executive editor Jamshed Avari and senior reviewer Ali Pardiwala join Orbital host Akhil Arora to discuss all the leaks. The iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max are said to be getting rid of the notch, and will instead opt for a dual cutout. They might also get a 48-megapixel rear camera, one that’s capable of 8K video recording. Who needs that? Meanwhile, the iPhone 14 will keep the notch, and its smaller siblin...