Realme

Realme has launched so many 16 series phones that one can start losing track if they are not reading about the brand daily. The brand itself has gone through various changes in the past year, including being reunited with Oppo, management changes, and OS shifts. Amid all of this, the company has also clearly shifted its focus from launching premium smartphones in India to catering to the needs of more value-conscious buyers by unveiling new affordable and mid-range smartphones. The Realme 16 series has already seen four models, with the most recent one being the Realme 16T. However, rumours about the Realme 15x's successor were already making rounds on the internet.

Advancements in smartphone chipsets and battery tech mean that most consumers don't really need mega, high-capacity batteries in their smartphones today. However, the memory crisis is forcing manufacturers to use cheaper (or older) hardware components in new smartphones. Older hardware like 6nm processors isn't energy efficient by any means. And so comes the requirement for a bigger battery to power said hardware at current-day levels of efficiency. However, the switch to newer silicon-carbon battery technology does let brands offer added value after meeting base expectations of budget smartphone users.

The Realme Watch S5 represents a noticeable shift compared to the company's recent smartwatch offerings. While last year's Realme Watch 5 leaned towards a more Apple Watch Ultra-inspired rectangular design, Realme has gone back to a more traditional circular dial with the Watch S5. On paper, the smartwatch combines an aluminium alloy chassis with an AMOLED display, built-in GPS, Bluetooth calling, and battery life that promises to stretch beyond a week. Priced at Rs. 7,999, however, the Realme Watch S5 enters one of the most competitive smartwatch segments in India.