From Google’s sleek Fitbit Air wearable to ASUS’ inaugural AiO PC, here are some of the most significant tech launches this week.Fitbit Air
Launched in India on May 26, Fitbit Air is Google’s latest screenless fitness band tailored for straightforward and distraction-free health monitoring. This device prioritizes fitness and wellness tracking in the background, foregoing apps, notifications, or displays. It is designed to monitor sleep, heart rate, recovery, and daily activities, leveraging Google’s AI-driven Health Coach.
Google mentioned that the AI coach will generate adaptive workout and recovery plans based on real-time conditions. The device is compatible with both Android and iPhone and is integrated into the Fitbit ecosystem.
Oppo A6c
Oppo has introduced its latest budget smartphone, the Oppo A6c, in India, emphasizing battery longevity and daily usability. The smartphone boasts a 6.75-inch HD+ 120Hz LCD display, a substantial 7000mAh battery with 15W charging, a Unisoc T7250 chipset, 4GB RAM, and up to 128GB storage with support for Android 15.
The phone features a 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, IP64 rating, side fingerprint sensor, USB Type-C, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 5, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Available in Feather White and Stone Brown colors, it is priced between ₹13,999-16,999.
realme 16T 5G
The realme 16T 5G will be launched on May 27, focusing on battery performance, durability, and AI-enhanced camera capabilities. It will include a 6.78-inch HD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, and Android 16-based Realme UI 7.0. The phone will provide IP68 and IP69 protection, military-grade durability, a 50MP Sony rear camera, and a 16MP selfie camera, along with AI features like AI Popout Collage.
ASUS VM441 AiO PC
ASUS has launched the new ASUS VM441 AiO in India, touted as the first all-in-one desktop powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X-series processor. Featuring a 24-inch full HD touchscreen display with 178-degree viewing angles, 100% sRGB color coverage, and 300 nits brightness, this PC is powered by the Snapdragon X chip with a 45 TOPS NPU and is part of Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC platform, focusing on AI functionalities.
It also comes equipped with Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, a 5MP IR camera with Windows Hello, AI-driven noise cancellation, up to 1TB SSD storage, and bundled wireless accessories.
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Sony BRAVIA 7 II TV
Sony has expanded its home entertainment range with the new BRAVIA 7 II and 9 II, alongside the BRAVIA Theater Trio audio system. These TVs are said to incorporate proprietary RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro technology for improved color and brightness control. Pre-booking for the BRAVIA 7 II is currently available, while information on the BRAVIA 9 II’s launch in India is still awaited.
The 55-inch model of BRAVIA 7 II is priced at ₹2,21,990, and the 65-inch variant is set at ₹2,74,990. Pricing and availability information for the 75-inch, 85-inch, and 98-inch options is expected to be revealed by the end of June.
Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio
Amazon has unveiled the Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio smart speakers, powered by Amazon’s custom AZ3 silicon chips and Omnisense technology. These devices come with enhanced sound systems and support standard Alexa voice commands for everyday tasks while being prepared to support Amazon’s forthcoming generative AI assistant, Alexa+, once it launches in India.
The Echo Dot Max is priced at ₹10,999 and is available in Graphite, Amethyst, and Glacier White, while the premium Echo Studio is priced at ₹23,999 in Graphite and Glacier White.
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