Pranob Mehrotra
News Writer
Author/Co-Author of 697 articles
Pranob is a seasoned tech journalist with over eight years of experience covering consumer technology. His work has been featured in leading publications like XDA-Developers and Android Authority. Over the course of his career, he developed deep expertise in Android, Windows, and gaming, with a particular focus on covering the latest developments and writing comprehensive how-to guides that help readers make the most of their devices.
Outside of work, Pranob enjoys gaming, exploring new places, and discovering new indie electronic music.
You don’t need to spend big on home security with these 4 camera and doorbell deals
Looking for an affordable way to keep an eye on your home? I've found four security cameras and video doorbells on sale for under $70 during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days.
I scoured Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days headphone deals and found 5 clear winners
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days is packed with headphone discounts, but not every deal is worth your money. I've scoured the sale to find five noise-canceling headphones that stand out, from premium Sony and Bose models to a surprisingly capable $38 bargain.
I found 4 cordless vacuum deals worth checking out before Prime Big Deal Days ends
I sweeped through Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days vacuum deals to find four cordless models that stand out for their cleaning power, useful features, and value.
I found six Android phone bargains worth your attention during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale is packed with smartphone discounts, but these six Android phones stand out with savings of up to 33%.
5 Amazon Prime Day charging accessory deals I’d grab before they sell out
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days has plenty of charging accessories on sale, but these five stood out for their useful features, versatile designs, and genuinely worthwhile discounts.
6 Amazon Prime Big Deal Days TV deals I’d actually spend my money on
From premium OLEDs to affordable 4K screens, these are the six Amazon Prime Big Deal Days TV deals that offer genuine savings.
Leak hints at major Siri upgrades for Apple’s upcoming smart home devices
Apple's upcoming smart home devices could be getting some major Siri upgrades, new leak suggests.
Vivo’s Selfie Monitor is a brilliant idea, but it’s not quite the game-changer I hoped for
Vivo's Selfie Monitor makes solo shooting with the main camera easier, but limited camera modes, frame rates, and compatibility hold it back.
Fairphone confirms its next-gen repairable earbuds will arrive in October for $119
Fairphone's Fairbuds 2 will launch in October for $119, bringing the company's signature repairable design to a new pair of earbuds with LDAC support.
Arlo’s new security camera combines solar power with a big battery for low-maintenance monitoring
Arlo's new $99.99 Essential Solar Security Camera pairs a built-in solar panel with a huge battery, promising up to six months of operation without a recharge.
Anthropic’s Claude is having a major breakdown today (Update 3: All services restored)
Anthropic is currently investigating a widespread outage affecting its entire suite of AI services. While the issues initially hit consumer-facing apps like Claude.ai, the performance degradation has now expanded to platform.claude.com and the Claude API, disrupting custom integrations and developer workflows alongside the main chat interface.
Fake iPhone Duo pre-order site uses $500 voucher as bait to launch zero-click attack
A fake Apple pre-order site is using a $500 iPhone Duo voucher to distract visitors while secretly launching a zero-click attack.
I tested Vivo X500 Pro Max with a videographer. Its camera chops blew us away.
I handed the Vivo X500 Pro Max to a professional videographer to test its video upgrades. Here's what he loved and what held it back.
Honor’s new Magic 9 Pro Max pairs serious camera hardware with ARRI cinema color and an 8,800mAh battery
Honor's Magic 9 Pro Max joins the latest Chinese camera flagship race with two 200MP cameras, ARRI Cinema color, 8,800mAh battery, and 100W charging.
Meta One subscription arrives with over 50 premium features across Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Meta AI
Meta One is finally live, bringing more than 50 premium features across Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Meta AI under a new subscription lineup.
How to pre-order Apple’s new iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5
Planning to buy one of Apple's newest devices? Here's when you can pre-order, where to buy, and which deals can save you money.
Scammers are cashing in on the hype surrounding Apple’s latest iPhones
As Apple's newest iPhones hit the market, scammers are exploiting the hype with fake sites in the UK and unauthorized charges in Hong Kong.
Samsung’s rumored ear-hook Galaxy Buds could offer longer battery life than the flagship Buds 4 Pro
Samsung's rumored fitness-focused Galaxy Buds could feature an ear-hook design, customizable touch controls, and larger batteries than the flagship Buds 4 Pro, according to a fresh leak.
Apple just launched a whole bunch of new devices. Here’s how much they all cost
From the $1,999 iPhone Duo to the updated iPhone 18 Pro lineup, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5, here is the complete pricing and availability breakdown for every new release.
Apple’s A20 Pro chip brings two new super cores and 40% faster GPU performance to iPhone 18 Pro
Apple has officially unveiled the A20 Pro, its first 2nm smartphone chip. Featuring upgraded super cores, a 40% faster GPU, and a new thermal setup, the iPhone 18 Pro silicon delivers serious performance gains.
WhatsApp could soon let you call people who don’t have an account
WhatsApp could soon let you make voice and video calls with people who don't have an account, allowing them to join through a link without downloading the app or sharing a phone number.
Oppo confirms the Find X10 series is coming this month with dual and triple 200MP camera setups
Oppo's Find X10 series is shaping up to be a serious camera powerhouse, with the Pro Max model confirmed to feature three 200MP sensors and the base model getting two. The lineup will also introduce Oppo's latest Hasselblad-powered imaging technology and it's set to launch this month.
iRobot’s new Roomba concept uses a piggybacking sidekick to reach tight spaces
iRobot's experimental Roomba Duo takes a unique approach to floor cleaning by pairing a powerful wet-dry unit with a smaller companion that can squeeze into tight spaces.