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May 2026 is turning into an exciting month for the tech industry as it is packed with AI showcases, new gadget launches and lots more. Several renowned brands are preparing to unveil premium smartphones, next-generation foldables, and smart wearables, keeping tech enthusiasts tuned into the launches this month.
From Google’s lightweight Fitbit Air wearable to ASUS’ first AiO PC, here are some of the biggest launches in technology this week.Fitbit Air
Launched in India on May 26, Fitbit Air is Google’s new screenless fitness band that is designed for simple and distraction-free health tracking. It focuses entirely on monitoring fitness and wellness in the background, rather than offering apps, notifications, or a display. It is designed to track sleep, heart rate, recovery and daily activity with the help of Google’s AI-powered Health Coach.
Google said the AI coach will create adaptive workout plans and suggest recovery plans based on real-time conditions. The device supports both Android and iPhone and is part of the Fitbit ecosystem.
Oppo A6c
Oppo has launched its new budget phone, Oppo A6c, in India, which focuses on battery life and everyday functions. The smartphone features a 6.75-inch HD+ 120Hz LCD display, a massive 7000mAh battery with 15W charging, a Unisoc T7250 chipset, 4GB RAM and up to 128GB storage with Android 15 support.
The phone comes with 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. It comes in Feather White and Stone Brown colours and is priced between ₹13,999-16,999.
realme 16T 5G
The realme 16T 5G will be available from May 27 with a focus on battery life, durability and AI-powered camera features. It will feature 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 offers IP68 and IP69 protection, military-grade durability, a 50MP Sony rear camera, a 16MP selfie camera, and AI tools like AI Popout Collage.
The phone will feature a massive 8000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, with the brand claiming up to three days of usage on a single charge. Priced from ₹26,999, it will come in 6GB and 8GB RAM variants with up to 256GB storage.
ASUS VM441 AiO PC
ASUS has launched the new ASUS VM441 AiO in India, which the company says is the first all-in-one desktop powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X-series processor. The PC features a 24-inch full HD touchscreen display with 178-degree viewing angles, 100% sRGB colour coverage and 300 nits brightness. Powered by the Snapdragon X chip with a 45 TOPS NPU, the PC is part of Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC platform focused on AI features.
It also includes Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, a 5MP IR camera with Windows Hello, AI-powered 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 lineup with the new BRAVIA 7 II and 9 II, alongside the BRAVIA Theater Trio audio system. According to the company, these TVs feature proprietary RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro technology for enhanced colour and brightness control. While pre-booking for the BRAVIA 7 II is live, details on the BRAVIA 9 II's India launch remain pending.
BRAVIA 7 II's 55-inch model is priced at ₹2,21,990, while the 65-inch variant costs ₹2,74,990. Pricing and availability details for the 75-inch, 85-inch, and 98-inch screen options are expected to be announced by the end of June.
Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio
Amazon has launched the Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio smart speakers, powered by Amazon's custom AZ3 silicon chips and Omnisense technology. These new devices feature upgraded sound systems and support standard Alexa voice commands for daily tasks, while also being built to support Amazon's upcoming generative AI assistant, Alexa+, once it rolls out in India.
The Echo Dot Max is priced at ₹10,999 and comes in Graphite, Amethyst, and Glacier White, while the premium Echo Studio is available for ₹23,999 in Graphite and Glacier White.
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From Google’s lightweight Fitbit Air wearable to ASUS’ first AiO PC, here are some of the biggest launches in technology this week.Fitbit Air
Launched in India on May 26, Fitbit Air is Google’s new screenless fitness band that is designed for simple and distraction-free health tracking. It focuses entirely on monitoring fitness and wellness in the background, rather than offering apps, notifications, or a display. It is designed to track sleep, heart rate, recovery and daily activity with the help of Google’s AI-powered Health Coach.
Google said the AI coach will create adaptive workout plans and suggest recovery plans based on real-time conditions. The device supports both Android and iPhone and is part of the Fitbit ecosystem.
Oppo A6c
Oppo has launched its new budget phone, Oppo A6c, in India, which focuses on battery life and everyday functions. The smartphone features a 6.75-inch HD+ 120Hz LCD display, a massive 7000mAh battery with 15W charging, a Unisoc T7250 chipset, 4GB RAM and up to 128GB storage with Android 15 support.
The phone comes with 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. It comes in Feather White and Stone Brown colours and is priced between ₹13,999-16,999.
realme 16T 5G
The realme 16T 5G will be available from May 27 with a focus on battery life, durability and AI-powered camera features. It will feature 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 offers IP68 and IP69 protection, military-grade durability, a 50MP Sony rear camera, a 16MP selfie camera, and AI tools like AI Popout Collage.
The phone will feature a massive 8000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, with the brand claiming up to three days of usage on a single charge. Priced from ₹26,999, it will come in 6GB and 8GB RAM variants with up to 256GB storage.
ASUS VM441 AiO PC
ASUS has launched the new ASUS VM441 AiO in India, which the company says is the first all-in-one desktop powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X-series processor. The PC features a 24-inch full HD touchscreen display with 178-degree viewing angles, 100% sRGB colour coverage and 300 nits brightness. Powered by the Snapdragon X chip with a 45 TOPS NPU, the PC is part of Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC platform focused on AI features.
It also includes Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, a 5MP IR camera with Windows Hello, AI-powered 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 lineup with the new BRAVIA 7 II and 9 II, alongside the BRAVIA Theater Trio audio system. According to the company, these TVs feature proprietary RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro technology for enhanced colour and brightness control. While pre-booking for the BRAVIA 7 II is live, details on the BRAVIA 9 II's India launch remain pending.
BRAVIA 7 II's 55-inch model is priced at ₹2,21,990, while the 65-inch variant costs ₹2,74,990. Pricing and availability details for the 75-inch, 85-inch, and 98-inch screen options are expected to be announced by the end of June.
Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio
Amazon has launched the Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio smart speakers, powered by Amazon's custom AZ3 silicon chips and Omnisense technology. These new devices feature upgraded sound systems and support standard Alexa voice commands for daily tasks, while also being built to support Amazon's upcoming generative AI assistant, Alexa+, once it rolls out in India.
The Echo Dot Max is priced at ₹10,999 and comes in Graphite, Amethyst, and Glacier White, while the premium Echo Studio is available for ₹23,999 in Graphite and Glacier White.
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