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It’s just a day left for the Republic Day 2022 celebrations in India. E-commerce giants and other retailers have been hosting a week-long festive season sale on their respective platforms to celebrate India’s 73rd Republic Day. Croma which is India’s largest consumer electronics retailer has also been offering some solid deals on smartphones, laptops, audio products, and other digital accessories as a part of the Republic Day Sale 2022.

We already have covered the top deals on smartphones and laptops announced on Croma. This article is a compilation of the offers that have been announced on the audio products. We have listed down some of the best TWS earbuds, wireless neckbands, and over-the-ear headphones. Take a look:

Croma Republic Day Sale Offers On TWS Earbuds

The true wireless earbuds are the latest hype amongst audiophiles. These tiny earbuds got popularized amongst the consumers for completely eradicating the concept of wires for earphones. Croma’s Republic Day Sale 2022 is the best platform to get deals on some of the best TWS earbuds in India. Below are the models:

pTron Bassbuds Evo TWS Earbuds With Passive Noise Cancellation

The first TWS earbuds that make it to the lot of best deals on Croma during the Republic Day Sale 2022. This is the cheapest model amongst all the variants we have selected. With a discount of 78 percent, this TWS earbuds with passive noise cancellation can be purchased at just Rs. 849. There are additional offers on Yes Bank credit and debit cards. The pTron Bassbuds Evo in-ear TWS earbuds are packed with 8nm drivers and Bluetooth 5.0 technology for easy wireless pairing with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and PCs.

boat Airdopes 138 TWS Earbuds

boat is a home-grown digital accessories brand that is popular for its affordable yet feature-rich products; specifically audio devices. The boat Airdopes 138 TWS with digital voice assistant support is another cheap TWS earbuds you can buy from Croma during the ongoing Republic Day Sale 2022. The retailer has announced 64 percent off on this TWS earbuds which brings the price down to Rs, 1,099.

Noise Buds VS103 TWS Earbuds

Noise has been stealing the center stage in the budget TWS segment with its products. The Noise Buds VS103 with a flat 53 percent off is another solid deal to consider in the TWS audio segment. With the discount, the price of this handset drops down to Rs. 1,449. This TWS earbuds also support digital voice-based assistants including Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa.

Realme Buds Q2 TWS Earbuds With ANC, Mic

If slightly premium TWS earbuds is what you seek, you can opt for the Realme Buds Q2 TWS earbuds. The highlight of this wireless earbuds is the active noise cancellation support and mic for calling. Croma has announced a discount of 29 percent on this TWS earbuds. Following the discount, you can purchase this TWS earbuds at Rs. 2,499.

Jabra Elite 75t ANC TWS Earbuds

This one’s definitely for the premium audience and is one of the best deals you can grab on Croma as a part of the Republic Day Sale. The Jabra Elite 75t is an ANC TWS earbud that features digital voice assistant support and Bluetooth 5.0 technology. Speaking of the offer price, you get a 53 percent discount and need to spend Rs. 6,999 instead of Rs. 14,999.

Apple AirPods

Apple was the first to introduce the TWS earbuds concept which has been later improvised by different brands in the market. The Apple Airpods are also selling at discount on Croma. With the Republic Day Sale deal you can buy this premium TWS earbuds at Rs. 10,999 in India. This is one of the top deals in the premium TWS  audio segment.

Croma Republic Day 2022 Sale: Best Deals On Wireless Neckbands

pTron InTunes Ultima Wireless Neckband With Mic

pTron once again comes first in the list with its affordable pricing. The pTron InTunes Ultima wireless neckband with mic is a funky-looking wireless neckband that you can buy at Rs. 799 on Croma. This neckband audio device uses Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless connectivity and has an in-ear design for a snug fit. It comes with passive noise cancellation support that allows for a good listening experience.

boat Rockerz 258 Pro Wireless Neckband

The boAt Rockers 258 Pro is another budget wireless neckband that you can consider during the Croma Republic Day Sale 2022. The retailer has announced a discount offer of 69 percent that brings the retail price down to Rs. 1,099. This boat wireless neckband is best suited for gaming and sports activities with its lightweight design.

Noise Flair Wireless Neckband With Mic

The Noise Flair wireless neckband is for the audience that demands slightly high-end product without burning a hole in the pocket. This TWS earbuds come with an in-ear design as other variants in the list and is equipped with Bluetooth v 5.0 for easy pairing with smartphones and other compatible devices. The Noise Flair is amongst the few of the budget wireless neckbands that come with fast charging support.

Realme Buds Wireless 2 ANC Neckband

Looking for a budget wireless neckband with ANC support, the Realme Buds Wireless 2 is what fits your bills. This high-end neckband is being sold with a discount of 34 percent and can be purchased at Rs. 2,299 on Croma during the Republic Day Sale 2022.

You can also check out other top deals on various consumer products on Croma. Click on this link to visit the Croma online store and grab all the best offers.

Sony has been revamping its audio products lineup right from the beginning of 2021 in India. The Japanese tech giant has already launched two TWS earbuds; one for the budget audience and the second for the premium users (Sony WF-C500 and WF-1000XM3 respectively). Now, the company has taken a leap in the audio segment with the launch of wireless speakers that come with a neckband design. The latest models from the company’s lot are the SRS-NB10 and the SRS-NS7. Both Sony wireless neckband speakers are packed with some new technologies and durable design language.

Sony SRS-NB10, SRS-NS7 Key Features, Specifications

The Sony SRS-NB10 is a wireless speaker with a neckband design. This makes it amongst the first premium wireless speakers with such a unique design format. This is a full-range speaker unit with an upward-angled design format that allows it to throw audio directly to a user’s ears. The SRS-NB10 embeds passive radiators at the back of the neckbands allowing for a boosted bass and a balanced audio output.

The Sony SRS-NB10 is primarily designed for working professionals for easy online conferencing. It is suitable for attending conference calls while on the go. Sony has equipped this wireless neckband speaker with Precise Voice Pickup technology, dual high-quality directional microphones along advanced audio signal processing to allow this audio device to minimize echo during an ongoing call.

The neckband speaker also has a bunch of physical keys for volume and media control. The SRS-NB10 comes with IPX4 certification that makes it splash-proof. The company claims a backup of up to 20 hours with a single charge. It comes with quick charge support where a 10 minutes plug-in is said to deliver an hour of backup.

On the other hand, the Sony SRS-NS7 also brings a wireless neckband design but is the world’s first such device that supports Dolby Atmos audio. This model can be paired up with Sony’ s 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer smartphone app for a 360-degree Spatial Sound experience. The battery backup offered by the SRS-NS7 is up to 12 hours with a single charge.

Sony SRS-NB10, SRS-NS7 Price In India, Availability        

Starting with the Sony SRS-NB10, you can buy this wireless neckband speaker in India at Rs. 11,990. Whereas, the SRS-NS7 is targeted at premium users with a higher price tag of Rs. 22,990. There is an additional wireless transmitter accessory that you can buy with these new audio devices. Called Sony WLA-NS7, the wireless transmitter can be purchased at Rs. 5,690 in India.

YouTube has been the most popular online streaming service for years despite new players making their ventures in this space. Google has been adding a new set of features to its in-house video streaming service online for a better user experience. The company has also introduced a mobile version (both Android and iOS) for this service which has been another factor for its popularity. But like other modern services, YouTube had also started charging its user base to get access to its premium services.

The paid premium subscriptions aren’t just for the YouTube video app, but also YouTube Music. Until now, the company has been offering only two subscription packages for users in India including one and three months. Google has now announced an annual subscription plan for YouTube fans in India along with an introductory offer to grab more audiences. So how much do you need to pay for YouTube and YouTube Music premium subscription plans in India and how can you avail of the plans? Let’s find out:

YouTube, YouTube Premium Annual Subscription Plans Cost In India

Google has announced the YouTube premium annual subscription plans in India starting at Rs. 889. This is the cost for YouTube Music premium subscription plans for an annual period. Likewise, for the YouTube video app, users will need to pay Rs. 1,159. It is worth mentioning that the rates announced by Google are discounted and will likely be increased in the future.

Notably, the discount offers on the YouTube annual subscription plan would be valid till January 23, 2022. As of now, Google has not announced by how much margin the new prices would be increased for both YouTube videos and the YouTube Music app’s annual subscription. Nevertheless, it is always a good option to grab a discount deal when offered.

So, if you have been planning to upgrade from monthly to quarterly subscriptions already, you should rather consider going for the cheaper annual subscription plan. It is also worth adding that already subscribed members won’t be able to avail this annual subscription discount. Rather, such users would need to cancel the existing subscription plan and then buy the new annual package.

Vivo is consistently upgrading the Y series in India and across the globe. However, a new report suggests the company might be replacing this affordable lineup with the Vivo T1 series in India. The company had introduced this lineup with the T1 5G on China last year. The same handset is said to mark the arrival of the company’s new affordable smartphone lineup in the country going forward.

Vivo T1 5G India Launch On Cards

The Vivo T1 5G is said to break covers in India by March 2022. A report via 91Mobiles suggests the upcoming Vivo launch for the Indian market. The publication has not revealed the exact launch date for the upcoming handset. The handset will probably be launched with the same set of features it was announced in China. It is worth adding that Vivo has not confirmed the cancellation of the ‘Y’ series to make space for the ‘T’ smartphone lineup in India. We still are waiting for some official confirmation to be sure of this update.

Speaking of the expected specifications, the Vivo T1 5G would likely arrive in India with the same Snapdragon 778G processor. This premium mid-range SoC is clubbed with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB native storage capacity. The device will be launched with an Android11-based Color OS interface.

The Vivo T1 5G might be announced in India with a 6.67-inch LCD display. The panel supports an FHD+ screen resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and is HDR10 supported. The panel features a punch-hole camera cutout that houses a 16MP camera for selfies and video calling.

The Vivo T1 5G will also feature a triple-camera setup at the back with the primary sensor being a 64MP lens. The main camera will be combined with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. The security aspects will be taken care of by a side-mounted fingerprint scanner along with Face Unlock feature. A 5,000 mAh battery would complete the setup.

The pricing details remain unspecified. Only the features and the upcoming India launch timeline has been tipped by the rumor mill as of now. We can’t be sure of the exact pricing, but we speculate a sub Rs. 30,000 price tag for the base model.

Ahead of the OnePlus 9RT’s launch in India, rumors of the OnePlus 9R and a bunch of other older flagships getting discontinued in India started doing rounds online. Earlier this month, tipster Yogesh Brar had suggested three different models being taken off the shelves from the country including both previous OnePlus 9 models and the OnePlus 8T. Another report suggested the OnePlus 9R’s discontinuation from the Indian stores. The same source has now re-affirmed the reports of the OnePlus 9R’s non-availability post the OnePlus 9RT’s launch in India. Details are below:

OnePlus 9R Won’t Be Available For Sale In India Post OnePlus 9RT’s Launch

The OnePlus will be taken off shelves in India following the OnePlus 9RT’s India launch which is scheduled on January 14. A new report has now surfaced suggesting the device will be removed from the Indian stores to make space for the upcoming OnePlus 9RT. Other models have not been confirmed via this report.

The primary reason cited by the source for OnePlus to discontinue the OnePlus 9R is the exact same pricing as tipped for the OnePlus 9RT. Since both these OnePlus 9R series models are expected to retail with an identical price tag, it would rather make sense for the brand to instead focus on driving the sales for the new model. Note, OnePlus has not yet confirmed these reports. However, all the developments hint at the same possibility.

Since pricing is said to be the main factor for the company to pull the plugs of the OnePlus 9R, let’s quickly have a look at the same. The OnePlus 9R can be purchased via Amazon starting at Rs. 39,999. This is the current pricing of the base model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model. Likewise, the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model is currently being sold at Rs. 43,999 in India. The same pricing is being tipped by the rumors for the OnePlus 9RT.

In related news, the OnePlus 9RT Indian variant was spotted at the benchmark website Geekbench with the OnePlus MT2111 model number. The listing confirmed the company is getting done with the final test runs for the upcoming flagship handset ahead of the launch. The benchmark listing reaffirmed the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor and 12GB RAM along with the benchmark scores.

We only have a few dedicated smartphone lineups that offer stylus pen support. The Samsung Galaxy Note series which apparently is getting discontinued is one of the first names to which one can relate to. The Moto G Stylus series is another such lineup that comes with stylus pen support and mid-tier hardware. The Moto G Stylus 2022 is the upcoming model in this series which recently was leaked in the form of 5K renders. Now, the renders of the handset have surfaced once again online. The key features have also been tipped.

Alleged Moto G Stylus 2022 Official Renders Leaked

A Twitter user called @NilsAhrDE has shared the official-looking renders of the Moto G Stylus 2022. The leaked renders are identical to the one shared by @Onleaks recently. Speaking of the design, the device will retain a punch-hole display design as the previous-gen model, i.e, the Moto G Stylus 2021.

The panel will have slim bezels on all sides. The back panel of the handset can be seen in a dark bluish shade. A vertical triple camera module is also clearly visible at the upper left of the back panel. The side-mounted fingerprint scanner is also visible in the image. The bottom panel will store the stylus pen along with a speaker grille, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. That said of the design, the tipster has also some of the Moto G Stylus 2022’s key features.

According to the fresh leak, the Moto G Stylus 2022 will be available with a 128GB storage configuration. There is no mention of the RAM capacity and also any additional storage variant. The camera specification tipped includes a 50MP main sensor at the back. The leak also confirms the presence of a 90Hz display and Moto Note app.

While this leak doesn’t reveal the processor and battery details, past rumors have shared some insight into the same. The Moto G Stylus 2022 is speculated to be equipped with the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ processor. We might see up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage capacity. We might get to see a 4,500 mAh or above battery along with rapid charging support.

Dizo is all set to launch new products early next year in India. The company is expected to launch Watch R and Buds Z Pro are expected to launch in 2022. Notably, the company is expanding its smartwatch portfolio along with its audio category in the country.

The Dizo Watch R might have a 1.3-inch AMOLED display and the Dizo Buds Z Pro will feature noise cancellation and might provide 25 hours of battery life as well.

The company has also shared this information via its official Twitter account. However, the company has not shared information on the price.

Dizo Buds Z Pro: Expected Details

Notably, Dizo’s upcoming earbuds will be the successor of the existing Buds Z. This means it will have more and rich features. In addition, it will have a noise cancellation feature, in-ear design for better soundproofing. Besides, the company claims that it can offer a battery life of up to 25 hours.

Also, there will be 10mm dynamic drivers, which will have Dizo’s Bass Boost+ technology, game mode, which can down latency to 88mm only.

For the unaware, the Realme Dizo Buds Z TWS earphones feature ENC, which is activated via voice calls. It also has 10mm, dynamic drivers, along with the Bass Boost+ algorithm. Additionally, the TWS earphones come with 88ms low latency Game Mode.

The Realme Dizo Buds Z packs a 43mAh battery in each earbud. Besides, the company said that 10 minutes of charging can provide 1.5 hours of playback time. Also, the Dizo Buds Z comes with media playback, Bluetooth V5 connectivity, touch controls, and entering game mode.

The Dizo Buds Z also comes with an IPX4 rater for water resistance. The controls can be customized via the Realme Link application, which is available for Android smartphones.

Dizo Watch R: Expected Specifications

Additionally, the company said that Watch R will have a 1.3-inch AMOLED display along with a peak brightness of 550 nits. There will be an Always-On Display feature. The company also said that it will support 150 watch faces. Furthermore, the watch will have two buttons on one side. Notably the company ha not made any official announcement on the price of the products.