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Indian Express
18-05-2025
- Indian Express
Motorola Edge 60 Pro review: Fan(tastic) for the price
I remember when friends and family members used to reach out to me for help choosing a smartphone, I would tell them, 'increase your budget, and then talk to me.' Maybe I sounded a bit rude, but honestly, I barely had any recommendations for phones priced under Rs 30,000. That phase lasted a good two years. But something changed late last year — the options in the mid-range smartphone segment started to grow. Most of the queries I get for smartphone recommendations are still in the Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 range. These are people who earn well but don't want to spend Rs 50,000 or more on a smartphone. Either way, when I see a phone like the Motorola Edge 60 Pro, which I have been using for a few days, it makes me wonder if the mid-range smartphone segment is making a comeback and is here to stay unfazed by the rise of premium phones. This is probably the third or fourth Motorola smartphone I have reviewed this year, and the brand's back-to-back launches clearly show how focused it is on capturing the sub-Rs 30,000 segment in India. The Edge 60 Pro isn't a low-cost phone, nor is it exactly a premium smartphone — it falls somewhere in between. I would say the device is going after the likes of the Apple iPhone 16e, Google Pixel 9a, Samsung Galaxy A56, and the Nothing Phone (3A) Pro—but with a Motorola-esque design, a focus on AI features, and all of this at Rs 30,000. What: Motorola Edge 60 Pro| Price: Rs 29,990 onwards Curved displays on smartphones aren't a new feature, but I remember that in the mid-2010s, high-end phones typically had curved screens, which were considered a premium feature. I think the rationale behind using curved screens on a mid-range smartphone is to give consumers a sense of a premium experience — and there's nothing wrong with that. The Edge 60 Pro, as the name suggests, features a large 6.7-inch pOLED curved display. While most phones typically come with flat screens, Motorola has opted for a curved display as a differentiating feature, with the screen curving over the edges on both sides. Comparing the Edge 60 Pro side by side with my iPhone 16 Pro does feel different, even though I have used smartphones with curved displays in the past. For someone using a curved screen for the first time, the experience can either be positive or met with mixed reactions. For example, scrolling through articles and web pages on a curved screen is enjoyable, but when watching videos, some parts of the content may get lost in the curve. There can also be app optimisation issues. At times, app developers place buttons near the edges of the screen, which can make it difficult for curved displays to register touches accurately. However, to be fair, Apple's Dynamic Island also suffers from occasional app optimisation problems. Neither curved displays nor the Dynamic Island are perfect solutions, in my opinion. The 6.7-inch pOLED display is larger than the 6.3-inch screen on the Pixel 9a and the 6.1-inch display on the iPhone 16e. The front is nearly all screen, with only a small hole in the center for the front-facing camera. The OLED display (2712 x 1220 pixels) is sharp and offers impressive peak brightness, making it easily legible outdoors. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate, perfect for mobile games or watching action movies. It also features a fingerprint scanner under the screen. That said, display quality is generally good across most mid-range smartphones these days. Motorola also lets you set the display's edges to light up for notifications when the phone is face down — a cool touch. Lately, I have noticed a growing cohesiveness in Motorola's smartphone design. The brand has taken a different route, opting for vegan leather over the more familiar metal and glass bodies. The back of the phone is smooth to the touch, offers extra grip, and doesn't attract fingerprints. The device comes in fun colours (Motorola loaned me the review unit in a purple finish) — a reminder of the good old days when phones were joyful to look at. Adding to the Edge 60 Pro's appeal is its lightweight design; at just 186 grams, it's noticeably easier to carry than other phones of a similar size. It's interesting to see how brands are working to make smartphones slimmer and lighter while also increasing screen size. While the Dimensity 8300 Extreme chip (paired with 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage on my unit) may not be as powerful as Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite or Apple's A18 processor, it performs well in everyday use. In general, the Edge 60 Pro is fast enough that you won't be thinking about what's powering the device. Must-have apps like WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Reddit, and Gmail opened quickly, and I was able to run Genshin Impact without any issues. The phone does get warm when pushed — especially in Delhi summers — but honestly, most phones do. With a 6000mAh battery, the Edge 60 Pro offers a larger battery capacity than many other smartphones in this price segment. The phone can easily last two days on a single charge, and in my experience, it delivered about a day and a half of heavy use before needing to be plugged in. That means I don't have to carry a power bank when I step out and can travel worry-free from one part of the city to another without a charger. As for recharging, the Edge 60 Pro supports 90W wired and 15W wireless charging, making it significantly faster to charge than the Google Pixel 9a and iPhone 16e. The Edge 60 Pro, alongside the new Razr foldable, debuts with a dedicated AI key that launches Moto AI when pressed. Motorola has partnered with Gemini, Perplexity, Meta's Llama, and Microsoft Copilot to power Moto AI and several of its features. However, so far, the integration still feels like a work in progress. I need more time to fully evaluate how well Moto AI performs in real-world use, but I appreciate how Motorola is attempting to integrate artificial intelligence into the overall experience. The Ask and Search bar appears throughout the UI, including as a floating Moto AI icon. You can also summon Moto AI by pressing the dedicated physical button on the left side of the phone. The Edge 60 Pro is packed with AI features like Image Studio and Catch Me Up — a notification summariser similar to a feature in Apple Intelligence. That said, Moto AI can feel overwhelming at times, with so many features that it's hard to remember them all. I am not sure if this is the right approach, but it seems smartphone brands are still experimenting to see which AI features resonate with users — which is likely why modern smartphones now ship with such a wide range of AI capabilities. Beyond the AI experience, the version of Android 15 on the Edge 60 Pro is solid. There aren't many pre-installed apps, and the user interface is clean and unobtrusive. My only complaint is Motorola's limited software support: the Edge 60 Pro will receive only three years of major Android updates and four years of security updates — well below the seven years offered by Samsung, Google, and even Apple. That's a trade-off you'll have to consider if you're thinking about buying the Edge 60 Pro. I may not be a big fan of Motorola's cameras, but there has been consistent improvement in their camera systems — at least based on my experience with newer Motorola smartphones. The Edge 60 Pro features a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA 700C sensor with OIS, a 50 megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 10 megapixel 3x telephoto lens, which now supports up to 50x digital zoom. There's also a 3-in-1 light sensor for better exposure control, white balance adjustment, and flicker reduction. On the front, there's a 50 megapixel camera for selfies and video calls. Well, the camera takes clear shots, but they often appear overprocessed — something Samsung Galaxy cameras also tend to do. However, Motorola's partnership with Pantone seems to be paying off. The colours are bright and accurate, capturing good detail and matching the vibe of the scene. You can get great shots even when the subject is moving or in tricky lighting conditions. The ultrawide camera now captures more detail compared to last year's Edge 50 Pro. I am still not a fan of how the Edge 60 Pro handles bokeh shots, though. Motorola's AI does a lot of work on low-light photos, helping to reduce image noise. Overall, if you ask me, the Edge 60 Pro isn't a bad camera phone — it's serviceable for the price range. It's nowhere close to Google's colour reproduction and low-light prowess, but Pixel smartphones are expensive. The difference between the most affordable Pixel 9a and the Edge 60 Pro is Rs 20,000. If you're looking to buy a new smartphone, the Edge 60 Pro is a solid upgrade. It's not a perfect phone, but at Rs 30,000, it's hard to argue against it. The phone features a pretty good curved OLED screen, offers generally strong performance, has excellent battery life, and runs a clean, bloatware-free user interface. The camera isn't the best I've seen, but for the price, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro could be a great option for everyone — teens, adults, and even the elderly who don't want to spend Rs 50,000 on a smartphone. Honestly, after spending several days with the Edge 60 Pro, the argument that a premium phone is always better than a mid-range smartphone is a tough pill to swallow. The Edge 60 Pro is so good at the price it's retailing for, it really makes you question whether you need a high-end smartphone at all.
Scottish Sun
17-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Sky flogs Apple's latest iPhone for £19 a month – and special deal gets you 30GB bonus monthly data added on for free
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SKY is flogging Apple's latest iPhone for £19 a month with a tempting data deal to go with it. It's the brand new model, and currently the cheapest handset in Apple's iPhone line-up. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The iPhone 16e is Apple's latest smartphone Credit: Apple In The Sun's official iPhone 16e review, tech editor Sean Keach raved about the battery life. If you buy the iPhone 16e outright from Apple today, you'd pay £599. But Sky is selling it for £19 a month over 36 months, which works out about £80 more expensive. As well as spreading the cost, you've got two perks buying this way. Apple iPhone 16e at Sky for £19pm – buy here Firstly, there's a special data offer that goes with the mobile. The deal doesn't come with data outright, but you can tack it on with a deal that quadruples how much you'd normally get. Sky's 10GB data plan usually costs £12 a month. But as part of a promotion, Sky Mobile is handing out an extra 30GB of data for the same iPhone plan. So you end up getting 40GB of data to use each month overall. This'll set your bill at £31 a month in total. That's also 5G data, which is handy as the iPhone 16e is a 5G-ready mobile. I've tested the iPhone 16 – the battery is insane but another model is even better There's no upfront fee, and you can bag the phone in white or black colour options. It comes with 128GB of storage as standard, buy you can pay extra to get the 256GB or 512GB version if you need it. Secondly, Sky offers a Swap24 deal that lets you swap to a new phone from 24 months at no extra cost. E WE GO? The iPhone 16e came out in February this year. 3 The iPhone 16e is the cheapest model in Apple's current smartphone line-up Credit: Sean Keach / The Sun 3 It comes in a matte white colour option – but there's a black model too Credit: Sean Keach / The Sun It's a kind of successor to the old iPhone SE phones, which were a series of smaller budget-friendly mobiles. This model has the modern all-screen iPhone design, undercuts September's iPhone 16 devices on price, and packs in some nice specs. For instance, it's got a generous 6.1-inch OLED screen, Face ID, an A18 chip (supporting Apple Intelligence), USB-C charging, and an Action Button that you can assign to do pretty much anything. The battery life is also very impressive – Apple promises 26 hours of video playback. Apple iPhone 16e at Sky for £19pm – buy here IPHONE SCREEN SIZES – A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME Here's how iPhone screen sizes have changed over the years – as measured in inches diagonally from corner to corner... iPhone (2007) – 3.5 inches iPhone 3G (2008) – 3.5 inches iPhone 3GS (2009) – 3.5 inches iPhone 4 (2010) – 3.5 inches iPhone 4S (2011) – 3.5 inches iPhone 5 (2012) – 4 inches iPhone 5S (2013) – 4 inches iPhone 5C (2013) – 4 inches iPhone 6 (2014) – 4.7 inches iPhone 6+ (2014) – 5.5 inches iPhone 6S (2015) – 4.7 inches iPhone 6S+ (2015) – 5.5 inches iPhone SE (2016) – 4 inches iPhone 7 (2016) – 4.7 inches iPhone 7+ (2016) – 5.5 inches iPhone 8 (2017) – 4.7 inches iPhone 8+ (2017) – 5.5 inches iPhone X (2017) – 5.8 inches iPhone XS (2018) – 5.8 inches iPhone XR (2018) – 6.1 inches iPhone XS Max (2018) – 6.5 inches iPhone 11 (2019) – 6.1 inches iPhone 11 Pro (2019) – 5.8 inches iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019) – 6.5 inches iPhone SE 2nd gen (2020) – 4.7 inches iPhone 12 Mini (2020) – 5.4 inches iPhone 12 (2020) – 6.1 inches iPhone 12 Pro (2020) – 6.1 inches iPhone 12 Pro Max (2020) – 6.7 inches iPhone 13 Mini (2021) – 5.4 inches iPhone 13 (2021) – 6.1 inches iPhone 13 Pro (2021) – 6.1 inches iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) – 6.7 inches iPhone SE 3rd gen (2022) – 4.7 inches iPhone 14 (2022) – 6.1 inches iPhone 14 Plus (2022) – 6.7 inches iPhone 14 Pro (2022) – 6.1 inches iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) – 6.7 inches iPhone 15 (2023) – 6.1 inches iPhone 15 Plus (2023) – 6.7 inches iPhone 15 Pro (2023) – 6.1 inches iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) – 6.7 inches iPhone 16 (2024) – 6.1 inches iPhone 16 Plus (2024) – 6.7 inches iPhone 16 Pro (2024) – 6.3 inches iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) – 6.9 inches iPhone 16e (2025) – 6.1 inches Picture Credit: Apple / The Sun All prices in this article were correct at the time of writing, but may have since changed. Always do your own research before making any purchase.
The Irish Sun
17-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Sky flogs Apple's latest iPhone for £19 a month – and special deal gets you 30GB bonus monthly data added on for free
SKY is flogging Apple's latest iPhone for £19 a month with a tempting data deal to go with it. It's the brand new model, and currently the cheapest handset in Apple's iPhone line-up. Advertisement 3 The iPhone 16e is Apple's latest smartphone Credit: Apple In The Sun's official If you buy the iPhone 16e outright from Apple today, you'd pay £599. But Sky is selling it for £19 a month over 36 months, which works out about £80 more expensive. As well as spreading the cost, you've got two perks buying this way. Apple iPhone 16e at Sky for £19pm – Read more on iPhone Firstly, there's a special data offer that goes with the mobile. Advertisement The deal doesn't come with data outright, but you can tack it on with a deal that quadruples how much you'd normally get. Sky's 10GB data plan usually costs £12 a month. But as part of a promotion, Sky Mobile is handing out an extra 30GB of data for the same Most read in Phones & Gadgets Exclusive So you end up getting 40GB of data to use each month overall. This'll set your bill at £31 a month in total. Advertisement That's also 5G data, which is handy as the iPhone 16e is a 5G-ready mobile. I've tested the iPhone 16 – the battery is insane but another model is even better There's no upfront fee, and you can bag the phone in white or black colour options. It comes with 128GB of storage as standard, buy you can pay extra to get the 256GB or 512GB version if you need it. Secondly, Sky offers a Swap24 deal that lets you swap to a new phone from 24 months at no extra cost. Advertisement E WE GO? The iPhone 16e came out in February this year. 3 The iPhone 16e is the cheapest model in Apple's current smartphone line-up Credit: Sean Keach / The Sun 3 It comes in a matte white colour option – but there's a black model too Credit: Sean Keach / The Sun It's Advertisement This model has the modern all-screen iPhone design, undercuts September's iPhone 16 devices on price, and packs in some nice specs. For instance, it's got a generous 6.1-inch OLED screen, Face ID, an A18 chip (supporting Apple Intelligence), USB-C charging, and an Action Button that you can assign to do pretty much anything. The battery life is also very impressive – Apple promises 26 hours of video playback. Apple iPhone 16e at Sky for £19pm – IPHONE SCREEN SIZES – A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME Here's how iPhone screen sizes have changed over the years – as measured in inches diagonally from corner to corner... iPhone (2007) – 3.5 inches iPhone 3G (2008) – 3.5 inches iPhone 3GS (2009) – 3.5 inches iPhone 4 (2010) – 3.5 inches iPhone 4S (2011) – 3.5 inches iPhone 5 (2012) – 4 inches iPhone 5S (2013) – 4 inches iPhone 5C (2013) – 4 inches iPhone 6 (2014) – 4.7 inches iPhone 6+ (2014) – 5.5 inches iPhone 6S (2015) – 4.7 inches iPhone 6S+ (2015) – 5.5 inches iPhone SE (2016) – 4 inches iPhone 7 (2016) – 4.7 inches iPhone 7+ (2016) – 5.5 inches iPhone 8 (2017) – 4.7 inches iPhone 8+ (2017) – 5.5 inches iPhone X (2017) – 5.8 inches iPhone XS (2018) – 5.8 inches iPhone XR (2018) – 6.1 inches iPhone XS Max (2018) – 6.5 inches iPhone 11 (2019) – 6.1 inches iPhone 11 Pro (2019) – 5.8 inches iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019) – 6.5 inches iPhone SE 2nd gen (2020) – 4.7 inches iPhone 12 Mini (2020) – 5.4 inches iPhone 12 (2020) – 6.1 inches iPhone 12 Pro (2020) – 6.1 inches iPhone 12 Pro Max (2020) – 6.7 inches iPhone 13 Mini (2021) – 5.4 inches iPhone 13 (2021) – 6.1 inches iPhone 13 Pro (2021) – 6.1 inches iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) – 6.7 inches iPhone SE 3rd gen (2022) – 4.7 inches iPhone 14 (2022) – 6.1 inches iPhone 14 Plus (2022) – 6.7 inches iPhone 14 Pro (2022) – 6.1 inches iPhone 14 Pro Max (2022) – 6.7 inches iPhone 15 (2023) – 6.1 inches iPhone 15 Plus (2023) – 6.7 inches iPhone 15 Pro (2023) – 6.1 inches iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) – 6.7 inches iPhone 16 (2024) – 6.1 inches iPhone 16 Plus (2024) – 6.7 inches iPhone 16 Pro (2024) – 6.3 inches iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) – 6.9 inches iPhone 16e (2025) – 6.1 inches Picture Credit: Apple / The Sun All prices in this article were correct at the time of writing, but may have since changed. Advertisement Always do your own research before making any purchase.
The Hindu
28-04-2025
- The Hindu
OnePlus's first ‘compact smartphone' OnePlus 13s announced with Snapdragon 8 Elite for India
OnePlus on Monday (April 28, 2025) announced the launch of its first 'compact smartphone' the OnePlus 13s in India. It will be an extension of the OnePlus 13 series which has OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R in its portfolio. Being a compact phone, the upcoming OnePlus 13s will compete with Google Pixel 9a and Apple iPhone 16e. The Chinese smartphone maker has confirmed to use the Snapdragon 8 Elite in OnePlus 13s. It is likely to get up to 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage. OnePlus 13s is going to feature a 6.32-inch display. The display may support a 120 Hz refresh rate and 4,000 nits of peak brightness. OnePlus 13s is likely to ship with a 5,000 mAh battery supported by an 80 W charger inside the box. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) The OnePlus 13s will come in Black Velvet and Pink Satin colours in India. OnePlus 13s is likely to land in above 50k price bracket as the brand already has OnePlus 13R selling in 40's in India.
The Sun
26-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Carphone Warehouse is selling the latest iPhone with FREE Beats earbuds for £28p/m
SHOPPERS hunting for a new smartphone - and some earbuds to go with it - should head to Carphone Warehouse. The iPhone 16e, Apple's latest budget-friendly handset, is now available with a free pair of Beats Solo Buds. Apple iPhone 16e with FREE Beats Solo Buds: From £26.99p/m The iPhone 16e, which launched back in February, is Apple's latest effort to provide a more affordable option for those who don't want to shell out for its flagship models. Of course, like most things Apple, 'affordable' is a relative term, with the device starting at £599 - but in comparison to the standard iPhone 16 and its bigger siblings, the 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max, it's a lot cheaper. Apple has made notable upgrades, too, when you compare it against the last budget-friendly handset, the 3rd-generation SE which came out in 2022. The Home button is gone, replaced by a sleek 6.1-inch OLED screen, and Face ID now replaces Touch ID. Apple has also switched to USB-C charging, so you can use the same cable for your phone, tablet, and other devices. The camera is upgraded too: though it has just one rear lens, it doubles as a telephoto with 2x zoom, perfect for portraits or zooming in without losing quality. Video capabilities shine with 4K Dolby Vision at 60fps, ideal for capturing high-quality footage. Battery life is another win, with up to 26 hours of video playback, easily lasting a full day or even two. And of course, there's that deal-sweetener: Carphone Warehouse is throwing in a free pair of Beats Solo Buds when you pick up the iPhone 16e on a pay-monthly plan. The Solo Buds are a straightforward and reliable set of earbuds that don't include premium features like noise cancellation but still deliver excellent sound quality. They're currently available for separately on Amazon for £79.99. These big-brand buds offer up to 18 hours of battery life, and with the quick-charge feature, you can get an hour of playback from just a 5-minute charge. They're also compatible with both iPhones and Android devices, so you won't have to worry about switching ecosystems if you ever decide to change your phone in the future. Carphone Warehouse iPhone 16e deals If you're in the market for a new phone and like the idea of getting a free pair of decent earbuds, this might be the perfect time to make the switch. For an in-depth verdict of this mobile, read our Tech Editor Sean Keach's iPhone 16e review.
