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Sony is Taking Concord Offline, Issuing Refunds After Poor Sales
https://www.gadgets360.com/games/news/concord-going-offline-september-6-ps5-pc-steam-refunds-sony-firewalk-studios-6487363#rss-gadgets-all
Following poor sales and a dwindling player count, Sony announced it was taking its latest hero-shooter Concord offline on September 6. All sales of the game will be ceased and players who have purchased the game already will be fully refunded.
MiniMax Video-01 Platform With AI Video Generation Capabilities Launched
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/minimax-video-01-ai-generator-launched-china-alibaba-tencent-6487113#rss-gadgets-all
MiniMax, a Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) unicorn startup backed by Alibaba and Tencent, released a text-to-video generation model on Monday. Dubbed Video-01, the platform is available to the public even outside of China. It can generate six-second-long videos in a wide range of styles. Video-01 joins the company’s existing AI offerings such as a music generat...
BSNL’s committees for evaluation of BharatNet Phase-III bids to submit final report on Sept 10
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/bsnls-committees-for-evaluation-of-bharatnet-phase-iii-bids-to-submit-final-report-on-sept-10/113052270
In August 2024, the competent authority in BSNL approved the setting up of CET committees for the evaluation of bids received for each of the 16 tendered packages , and a coordination committee, as per the letter.
BSNL to get Rs 6,000 crore more from govt to meet capex needs for 4G rollout
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/bsnl-to-get-rs-6000-crore-more-from-govt-to-meet-capex-needs-for-4g-rollout/113047253
BSNL, which has been struggling to add or retain users owing to the absence of 4G, came out with an advance purchase order of Rs 19,000 crore last year for rolling out 100,000 4G sites. But when the actual purchase order for network gear was placed to Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and state-run telecom equipment maker ITI, it was for about Rs 13,000 crore.
Intel Core Ultra 200V Lunar Lake CPUs for Laptops With Up to 20 Hours of Battery Life, 120 Total TOPS Launched
https://www.gadgets360.com/laptops/news/intel-core-ultra-200v-lunar-lake-cpu-launch-specifications-availability-6486973#rss-gadgets-all
Intel Core Ultra 200V series or Intel Lunar Lake CPUs for laptops was announced on Tuesday. The latest processors are claimed to be Intel's most powerful and power efficient x86 CPUs to date, and the chipmaker claims that its Core Ultra 200V series processors offer up to 68 percent and 16 percent better graphics performance than their Qualcomm and AMD rivals.
Samsung Galaxy A06 With MediaTek Helio G85 SoC, 50-Megapixel Camera Launched in India: Price, Specifications
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/samsung-galaxy-a06-price-india-launch-specifications-features-6486503#rss-gadgets-all
Samsung Galaxy A06 has been quietly unveiled in India, a few days after its launch in select Asian markets. The handset carries a similar pinstriped finish as the preceding Samsung Galaxy A05 and features the Key Island bump on the right edge that holds the power button and the volume rocker. It is currently available for purchase in the country via the official we...
SC to hear appeals on Aircel spectrum dispute in October
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/policy/sc-to-hear-appeals-on-aircel-spectrum-dispute-in-october/113036297
While the lenders want spectrum of telecom companies transferred to the successful resolution applicant, the DoT has taken a stand that spectrum should return to the government.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra to Debut With an Upgraded Sony LYT-900 Sensor, New Selfie Camera: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/xiaomi-15-ultra-camera-specifications-leak-upgraded-sony-lyt-sensor-report-6482429#rss-gadgets-all
Xiaomi 15 Ultra is expected to launch in China as part of the company’s latest flagship smartphone lineup. The handset’s camera and other specifications have now been reportedly leaked and it may come with an upgraded version of the Sony LYT-900 sensor. It is also speculated to get upgrades in terms of the selfie camera, while Xiaomi’s Camera app may also have n...
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Review: Twice as Nice, High Price
https://www.wired.com/review/google-pixel-9-pro-fold/
The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a nice mini tablet that doubles as a ‘normal’ phone, but it sometimes feels like you’re not getting the best Pixel experience despite the $1,800 price.
Hisense E6N Smart TV Review: Makes Sense at the Price
https://www.gadgets360.com/tv/reviews/hisense-e6n-55-inch-review-6480216#rss-gadgets-all
The Hisense E6N is a 4K smart TV that offers good value for money. It is available for purchase in three screen sizes and comes with HDR10, Dolby Digital, and DTS Virtual X audio enhancements. The VA panel also supports VRR up to 60Hz and up to 300 nits brightness. Due to Hisense being the official partner for the UEFA Euro2024 cup, the smart TV gets an AI Sports mode...
Microsoft AI Recall Feature Reportedly Cannot Be Uninstalled From Windows 11
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/microsoft-ai-recall-cannot-be-uninstalled-windows-11-report-6481380#rss-gadgets-all
Microsoft’s artificial intelligence (AI) feature Recall, which is yet to be available to the public, reportedly cannot be uninstalled from Windows 11. Recently, it was said to be available to Windows Insiders in the 24H2 version of Windows 11 in preview. Interestingly, that version allowed users to uninstall the feature.
Over $4 billion imports so far this fiscal under management system for laptops, tablets: Official
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/policy/over-4-billion-imports-so-far-this-fiscal-under-management-system-for-laptops-tablets-official/113025074
On November 1, 2023, the government cleared over 100 applications, including those of Apple, Dell and Lenovo, which sought permission for imports of these IT hardware products worth nearly USD 10 billion, on the first day of implementation of the new system.
'India, China driving sub-Rs 12,000 phone sales globally as 5G becomes affordable'
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/devices/india-china-contributing-to-sub-rs-12000-smartphone-sales-globally-as-5g-becomes-affordable-counterpoint/113020209
“India and China are the leading contributors to this growth, with 5G becoming a standard feature in the budget segment of these markets,” it added. As 5G becomes more affordable, the segment will see significant growth, with OEMs using 5G as a key differentiator, as per the research firm.
iPhone 16 Pro Leaked Video Suggests New Coffee Colour Option and Camera Changes
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-16-pro-coffee-colour-option-camera-design-leak-6480291#rss-gadgets-all
iPhone 16 series is expected to launch at the Apple event on September 10. Continuing the trend of yesteryears, Apple's flagship smartphone lineup may comprise four models, with the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max models being the top-of-the-line variants. While these handsets are speculated to receive several internal upgrades, a new report now hints at a new col...
Realme Buds N1 India Launch Date Set for September 9; Design, Key Features Revealed
https://www.gadgets360.com/audio/news/realme-buds-n1-india-launch-date-design-reveal-features-6480234#rss-gadgets-all
Realme Buds N1 will soon launch in India, the company confirmed officially. It is set to launch in the country alongside the Realme Narzo 70 Turbo 5G. The design of the upcoming true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones has been revealed alongside several of their key features. The TWS earphones will support hybrid noise cancellation and spatial audio effects. Availability...
Crypto Price Today: Bitcoin Trades at Around $56,600, Altcoins Show Mixed Price Movement
https://www.gadgets360.com/cryptocurrency/news/bitcoin-price-today-usd-56600-ether-altcoins-show-mixed-price-movement-6487246#rss-gadgets-all
The overall valuation of the crypto sector tumbled by 4.22 percent in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether, both recorded price dips alongside Cardano, Avalanche, Shiba Inu, and Chainlink on Wednesday, September 4. Polkadot and Polygon emerged among profit-making cryptocurrencies.
Nvidia's Market Value Tumbles by $279 Billion as Wall Street Drops
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/nvidia-market-value-drop-billions-wall-street-drops-artificial-intelligence-ai-6487167#rss-gadgets-all
Nvidia saw the deepest ever single-day decline in market value for a US company. The company lost $279 billion (roughly Rs. 23,42,608 crore) in market capitalisation, a major indication that investors are becoming more cautious about emerging AI technology.
DoT asks M2M providers to register by Sept 30 or face disruption
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/policy/dot-asks-m2m-providers-to-register-by-sept-30-or-face-disruption/113047267
The segment is dominated by Bharti Airtel with 2.82 crore connections with a market share of 53.86 per cent, followed by Vodafone Idea Limited, Reliance Jio and BSNL with a market share of 27.77, 12.80 and 5.58 per cent, respectively.
Samsung frontrunner to bag network deals from Vodafone Idea
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/telecom-equipment/samsung-frontrunner-to-bag-network-deals-from-vodafone-idea/113047204
A potential deal with Vi will mark a breakthrough for Samsung, with the Korean company outgunning bigger European rivals Nokia and Ericsson in the hotly contested Indian telecoms gear market.
Pixel 9a to Get Tensor G4 SoC From Pixel 9 Series But With an Older Exynos 5300 Modem: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/google-pixel-9a-tensor-g4-soc-modem-chipset-specifications-report-6486563#rss-gadgets-all
Pixel 9 series runs on the company's latest in-house Tensor G4 SoC alongside the Titan M2 security chip. Google is said to use the same Tensor G4 SoC for the upcoming Pixel 9a, but it could be paired with an older Exynos 5300 modem, the same found in the Pixel 8 lineup. The Pixel 9a is expected to debut between March and May next year as the most affordable option fro...
Retailers ask smartphone brands to correct online tilt
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/devices/retailers-ask-smartphone-brands-to-correct-online-tilt/113047089
The All India Mobile Retailers Association (AIMRA) specifically mentioned in letters to Samsung, Poco, Motorola, Realme, OnePlus and Iqoo that they were favouring the online channel.
HMD Working on Nokia Lumia 1020-Inspired Smartphone: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/hmd-smartphone-nokia-lumia-1020-design-inspiration-leak-6482453#rss-gadgets-all
HMD launched the HMD Skyline handset with a Nokia Lumia 920-inspired design earlier this year. A recent report suggests that the company is expected to soon unveil a new smartphone inspired by the design of the Nokia Lumia 1020. The moniker of this rumoured smartphone is not yet known. However, a leaked render has suggested the expected design elements of the purpo...
Qualcomm to Launch New Snapdragon X Series Chip That Will Power More Affordable AI PCs Later This Year: Report
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/qualcomm-snapdragon-x-series-variant-ai-pc-launch-late-2024-6482446#rss-gadgets-all
Qualcomm reportedly announced a new variant of the Snapdragon X series chipset at the Internationale FunkAusstellung Berlin (Berlin International Radio Exhibition) 2024 event on Tuesday. The new variant, dubbed Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100, is said to power the “second wave” of AI PCs. Also known as Copilot+ PCs, this chipset will reportedly provide 45 trillion op...
Cybex e-Gazelle S Review: Powers Up Hills and Gently Rocks
https://www.wired.com/review/cybex-e-gazelle-s/
This full-size electric stroller can rock your baby to sleep, help you push it uphill, and slow itself down.
WazirX Hacker Moves Millions Worth of ETH Using Tornado Cash, Suggests Arkham Research
https://www.gadgets360.com/cryptocurrency/news/wazirx-hacker-moves-millions-worth-eth-tornado-cash-arkham-research-6481821#rss-gadgets-all
Data collected by Arkham Research showed that the hacker who exploited the WazirX wallet for over $230 million (roughly Rs. 1,900 crore) is using the controversial Tornado Cash platform to do so. The exchange said it is working with law enforcement agencies and the CERT-In to identify the hacker.
Google Pixel Phones With Temperature Sensor Get Support for Body Temperature Measurement in Europe
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/google-pixel-thermometer-app-body-temperature-measurement-feature-europe-6481302#rss-gadgets-all
Google Pixel users in Europe will now be able to measure their body temperature. This feature works by leveraging the Pixel Thermometer app and the temperature sensor that Google introduced with its Pixel 8 Pro last year. The sensor is also available in the new Pixel 9 Pro lineup. While its capabilities were initially limited to measuring the temperature of objects, t...
Trai's spam call check: 50 entities blacklisted, 2.75 lakh numbers disconnected in two weeks
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/policy/trais-spam-call-check-50-entities-blacklisted-2-75-lakh-numbers-disconnected-in-two-weeks/113022670
"These steps are expected to have a significant impact on reducing spam calls and providing relief to consumers. TRAI urges all stakeholders to comply with the directives and contribute to a cleaner and more efficient telecom ecosystem," Trai said.
HMD Hyper Leaked Renders Suggest Colour Options; Key Features Tipped Again
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/hmd-hyper-design-leak-colour-options-expected-features-6480998#rss-gadgets-all
HMD Hyper is expected to be an upcoming mid-range phone whose design and key features have surfaced online previously. Another new leak has now surfaced hinting at several specifications of the smartphone alongside reiterating some of the older claims. It is expected to get a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC and a 50-megapixel triple rear camera unit. The new leaked renders of ...
UPI Circle Feature With Access to Secondary User Payments Rolled Out in India by NPCI
https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/upi-circle-secondary-user-payments-feature-rolled-out-india-npci-6480363#rss-gadgets-all
UPI Circle, the latest innovation in Unified Payments Interface (UPI) was rolled out by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) last week. The feature allows UPI users to enable trusted people by letting them have access to their accounts. This way, those even without a UPI account can make transactions with the payment instrument.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE’s Charging Specifications Surface Online Ahead of Expected Launch
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/samsung-s24-fe-charging-speed-leak-6479579#rss-gadgets-all
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is expected to launch later this year. Ahead of its official debut, the handset's charging details have surface online and it doesn't spell promising news for prospective buyers. The South Korean technology conglomerate may have again capped the charging capabilities of its purported handset at a significantly lower speed than its maximum limit ...