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YouTube Premium Price Hike in India Announced for Individual, Family Subscription Plans
https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/youtube-premium-price-india-hike-new-cost-list-individual-family-student-plan-6426737#rss-gadgets-all
YouTube Premium price in India has been hiked by the company. With this change, all subscription plans, including individual, family and student, now cost more. While the hike is minor for some plans, others cost significantly more than what they did prior to the price revision. However, it is unknown if the streaming service will offer a grace period for existing sub...
Xiaomi Plans to Unveil First Buttonless Flagship Smartphone Next Year: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/xiaomi-button-less-zhuque-launch-2025-zhuque-specifications-report-6426625#rss-gadgets-all
Xiaomi is reportedly working on a buttonless smartphone. While the Chinese tech brand remains tight-lipped about its development, a new leak gives us more information about the device. The rumoured buttonless handset is said to be in the early stages of development and is expected to hit the market next year. It is tipped to come with an under-display selfie camera an...
Apple Taps Insider Kevan Parekh as CFO, Replacing Luca Maestri
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/apple-taps-insider-kevan-parekh-as-cfo-replacing-luca-maestri-6426583#rss-gadgets-all
Apple has appointed Kevan Parekh as its chief financial officer. Parekh, who has been with Apple for more than a decade and will join the company's executive committee, most recently served as vice president of financial planning and analysis.
Best Early Labor Day Deals (2024): Tablets, Streaming Sticks, and More
https://www.wired.com/story/labor-day-deals-2024/
Now's your chance to save some cash on TVs, smart speakers, and more.
Cheap AI voice bots are taking off with businesses in India
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/internet/cheap-ai-voice-bots-are-taking-off-with-businesses-in-india/112795504
“The world went from digital first to mobile first to AI first, but voice is the most intuitive way to use technology,” said Ankush Sabharwal, co-founder and chief executive officer of CoRover.
Samsung Adds Bixby Voice Assistant to Its Bespoke AI Home Appliances
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/samsung-bixby-voice-assistant-added-bespoke-ai-home-appliances-6422138#rss-gadgets-all
Samsung added the native artificial intelligence (AI) voice assistant Bixby to its Bespoke AI home appliances on Monday. With this addition, users with specific AI home appliance devices by Samsung can verbally command and Bixby will understand and carry out the tasks. With AI capabilities, Bixby can also understand complicated and multi-step commands as well, claims ...
Apple’s AI-Powered Tabletop Robotic Device May Function as Video Conferencing and Remote Home Security Tool
https://www.gadgets360.com/smart-home/news/apple-ai-powered-tabletop-robotic-device-uses-mark-gurman-report-6421941#rss-gadgets-all
Apple has been reported to be developing a tabletop device that will have a robotic actuator and use artificial intelligence (AI) to aid in tasks. A report now suggests that the purported Apple robotic device would serve multiple purposes, including aiding in video conferencing and acting as a watchdog when the user is away from home.
Fellow Tally Pro Precision Scale Review: A High-Quality Machine for True Coffee Nerds
https://www.wired.com/review/fellow-tally-pro-precision-scale-studio-edition/
This scale with a built-in timer and ratio calculator is an intuitive machine that anticipates your every step.
WhatsApp for iOS Reportedly Testing AR Capabilities for Call Effects and Filters in Beta
https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/whatsapp-ios-beta-update-ar-filters-call-effects-6421277#rss-gadgets-all
WhatsApp for iOS is testing a new feature that leverages augmented reality (AR), according to claims by a feature tracker. The said feature is said to bring AR capabilities for video calls on the platform, enabling users to customise factors such as lighting conditions and surroundings.
Boeing Starliner Astronauts to Return to Earth Next Year on SpaceX Craft, NASA Says
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/boeing-starliner-nasa-astronauts-sunita-williams-butch-wilmore-earth-return-next-year-spacex-6420940#rss-gadgets-all
Veteran NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams are now expected to return in February 2025 on a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft, NASA said over the weekend, deeming issues with Starliner's propulsion system too risky to carry its first crew home as planned.
Google Pixel 9 Series Offers Adaptive Touch Feature to Adjust Display's Sensitivity Based on Several Factors
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/google-pixel-9-pro-xl-adaptive-touch-feature-display-sensitivity-specifications-6420532#rss-gadgets-all
Google's new Pixel 9 series has a new Adaptive Touch option. This innovative feature can automatically adjust the display's sensitivity based on the environment and other factors. The Adaptive Touch option can be accessed by heading to Settings > Display > Touch sensitivity.
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Said to Be Arrested in France Over Alleged Offenses Related to Messaging App
https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/telegram-founder-pavel-durov-arrested-in-france-sources-say-6419576#rss-gadgets-all
Telegram founder Pavel Durov, who has dual French and United Arab Emirates citizenship, was arrested as part of a preliminary police investigation into allegedly allowing a wide range of crimes due to a lack of moderators on Telegram.
Vivo T3 Ultra Allegedly Spotted on Bluetooth SIG, BIS Certification Sites, May Launch in India Soon
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/vivo-t3-ultra-bluetooth-sig-bis-certifications-listing-launch-imminent-report-6419411#rss-gadgets-all
Vivo now seems to be gearing up to unveil a new T series handset — Vivo T3 Ultra. Ahead of the official announcement, the handset has surfaced on the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) certification website and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Honor Magic 7 Pro Full Specifications Surface Online; Tipped to Get Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/honor-magic-7-pro-specifications-leak-launch-expected-6419292#rss-gadgets-all
Honor Magic 7 Pro is expected to launch soon as a successor to the Magic 6 Pro 5G, which was recently unveiled in India. Details about the purported smartphone have surfaced online over the past few weeks. Key features and expected design of the handset have been leaked. Now, a report has suggested the complete list of expected specifications of the Magic 7 Pro.
Explainer: Using blockchain to check spam is a work in progress
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/explainer-using-blockchain-to-check-spam-is-a-work-in-progress/112791735
Six years after the regulations were notified, their implementation is still not complete. The consent module, which was the most critical aspect in controlling spam by giving choice to subscribers, has not been implemented yet.
Mpox Virus Outbreak: Understanding the Complex Transmission and Global Spread
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/mpox-virus-outbreak-epidemic-global-spread-strain-mortality-transmission-death-rate-6424594#rss-gadgets-all
Mpox, a viral disease that has been around for decades, is currently experiencing a surge in cases across multiple regions. The complexity of this outbreak stems from the fact that three different variants are spreading simultaneously in different populations and locations. The most affected areas include the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and neighbouring cou...
Realme 13 Pro Extreme Edition With Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, 5,200mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/realme-13-pro-extreme-edition-price-specifications-features-launch-6426440#rss-gadgets-all
Realme 13 Pro Extreme Edition has been unveiled in China. The handset is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset paired with 12GB of RAM and is backed by a 5,200mAh battery with support for 45W wired fast charging. It is equipped with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit and an optical in-display fingerprint sensor. The smartphone is available in a glass fin...
Apple Announces September 9 Event; iPhone 16 Series Expected
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/apple-event-september-9-iphone-16-6423925#rss-gadgets-all
Apple has sent out invites for its upcoming iPhone 16 series launch event next month.
Jio spent least on dealer commissions, branding in FY24
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/jio-spent-least-on-dealer-commissions-branding-in-fy24/112807141
This, according to analysts, underlined that Sunil Mittal-led Airtel continued to spend more on promotional spends to acquire high-value customers and maintain its market leadership on the ARPU front. Vi’s dealer commission payouts were also substantial to hold on to its higher-revenue generating 4G users at a time when it’s increasingly prone to losing them to bigger rivals Jio and Airtel, who have both launched 5G services nationally, they added.
Apple Retains LG Innotek for Supplying Folded Zoom Modules for iPhone 16 Pro Series: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-16-pro-max-lg-innotek-tetraprism-folded-zoom-module-apple-supplier-report-6422166#rss-gadgets-all
iPhone 16 series is likely to be revealed on September 10. The iPhone 16 Pro model is expected to come with a range of exciting upgrades including an AI-focused A18 Pro chip, a larger display, and new colour options. Beyond this, Apple is rumoured to add a tetraprism telephoto lens with support for 5x optical zoom to the iPhone 16 Pro this year. A new report reveals t...
Realme Note 60 Launch Date Set for August 30; Design, Colourway, Key Features Revealed
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/realme-note-60-launch-date-confirm-design-colour-options-features-reveal-6422050#rss-gadgets-all
Realme Note 60 will soon be unveiled as a successor to the Realme Note 50. The company has announced the launch date for the upcoming handset and confirmed some of its key features. It has revealed the design, colour options and RAM and storage configurations of the anticipated smartphone as well.
Yamaha R-N1000A Review: Retro Style, Modern Convenience
https://www.wired.com/review/yamaha-r-n1000a/
This second-tier stereo streamer blends vintage looks with fantastic modern features.
Threads Is Reportedly Testing Temporary Posts That Disappear in 24 Hours
https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/threads-temporary-posts-disappear-in-24-hours-testing-report-6421653#rss-gadgets-all
Threads is reportedly testing a new feature for the platform that will allow users to publish posts that disappear after a certain period. These temporary posts can be visible for up to 24 hours, as per the report. The replies made underneath the posts will reportedly also be automatically deleted once the parent post is gone.
Google Pixel 9a Early Renders Suggest New Rear Camera Layout, Boxy Design
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/google-pixel-9a-renders-design-camera-module-specifications-leak-6421202#rss-gadgets-all
Google Pixel 8a is still new in the market but the first image of Google's next-generation Pixel A series phone — Pixel 9a — has now leaked online. Provided by a reliable source, the image shows that the upcoming phone will have little reminisce to the previous Pixel 8a and Pixel 7a. It is seen with a redesigned rear panel and lacks Pixel style camera bar.
Xiaomi Tri-Fold Smartphone Tipped to Be in Development With Launch Slated for MWC 2025
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/xiaomi-tri-fold-smartphone-leak-design-specifications-launch-date-6420885#rss-gadgets-all
Xiaomi is said to have become the latest Chinese company to have a tri-fold smartphone in development, according to claims by a tipster on social media. If true, it will join Huawei and Samsung in the growing list of companies that have been reported to be developing a triple foldable. While little is known about the device, Xiaomi’s said handset could debut as earl...
Apple to Produce More iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max Models This Year: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-16-pro-max-plus-series-production-ratio-report-apple-6420012#rss-gadgets-all
Apple is reportedly gearing up to produce about 90.1 million iPhone units this year, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max will make up 37 percent of the total production. This latest finding signals Apple's strong faith in the demand for its new iPhone Pro models.
OnePlus Ace 5 Pro Tipped to Come With 1.5K Display, Glass-Ceramic Body
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-ace-5-pro-display-specifications-leak-design-6419524#rss-gadgets-all
OnePlus Ace 5 series is expected to debut in China later this year comprising two models: Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro. The latter has now been tipped to come equipped with features such as a display with a 1.5K resolution, according to claims on social media by a tipster. Furthermore, the handset, touted as a mid-range to high-end model, is also speculated to undergo a design...
Why the OPPO F27 5G Is the Ultimate Party-Ready Smartphone
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/sponsored/why-the-oppo-f27-5g-is-the-ultimate-party-ready-smartphone-6419368#rss-gadgets-all
No DoT plan to regulate WhatsApp, similar communication OTTs
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/policy/no-dot-plan-to-regulate-whatsapp-similar-communication-otts/112791793
The clarification comes amid a renewed push by telecom companies to get authorities to regulate communication apps, seeking the same-service, same-rule principle. Operators are also interpreting that the definition of telecommunication in the new Act includes communication apps, a view rejected by the OTT players that say they are already regulated by the Information Technology Act.
Wearables war: Chinese phone cos focusing on premium launches via bundled offerings
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/devices/wearables-war-chinese-phone-cos-focusing-on-premium-launches-via-bundled-offerings/112791692
Among brands that have recently forayed into the wearable segment, OnePlus already has two Google’s WearOS-powered smartwatches in the market, priced well above the market average. These watches run on a customised Android operating system, with high-level integration with Android phones, competing with Samsung and Apple.