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Lava launches new 5G smartphone in two storage variants Domestic smartphone brand Lava, on Thursday, launched its new smartphone Yuva 5G in two storage variants. Priced at Rs 9,499 for the 64 GB variant and Rs 9,999 for the 128 GB variant, Yuva 5G will be available for sale on Amazon, Lava e-store and Lava retail outlets from June 5. It comes in two colours -- Mystic Blue and Mystic Green. "Yuva 5G is designed for the youth, suited to their consumption patterns and preferences. The power-packed features provide a seamless experience wit...
Lava launches new 5G smartphone in two storage variants
Lava launches new 5G smartphone in two storage variants
Source: IANS
2024-05-30 04:12:49 pm
Smartphone sales in US expected to grow only 3 per cent by 2028 With 2024 bringing another decline in smartphone sales in the US, a new report on Monday showed that it is expected to grow only 3 per cent by 2028 in the country. According to data presented by Stocklytics.com, the total sales revenue will drop by $1.2 billion (year-over-year) this year. "After reaching record highs at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic, US smartphone sales have been on an up-and-down trend, with the total sales revenue dropping by 10 per cent and then growing by 1...
Smartphone sales in US expected to grow only 3 per cent by 2028
Smartphone sales in US expected to grow only 3 per cent by 2028
Source: IANS
2024-05-14 10:23:05 am
Health Ministry launches `myCGHS` iOS app with security features The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Wednesday launched the 'myCGHS' app for the iOS ecosystem of devices with security features like two-factor authentication and the functionality of mPIN. The app is designed to enhance access to Electronic Health Records, information, and resources for Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries. "The myCGHS app is an essential leap for CGHS in the realm of healthcare services. It empowers CGHS beneficiaries with conven...
Health Ministry launches `myCGHS` iOS app with security features
Health Ministry launches `myCGHS` iOS app with security features
Source: IANS
2024-04-04 06:04:56 pm
Lava launches new smartphone with 64MP camera, 6.67-inch display Domestic smartphone brand Lava on Tuesday launched a new smartphone -- the Blaze Curve 5G, with a 64MP camera and 6.67-inch 120Hz 3D Curved AMOLED display. Starting at Rs 17,999, the smartphone comes in two colour variants -- Iron Glass and Viridian Glass. It will be available for purchase on Amazon.in, Lava E-store and across the Lava Retail Network from March 11. "Developed to meet the aspirations of Indian consumers in the sub-20K price range, our aim with the Blaze series is...
Lava launches new smartphone with 64MP camera, 6.67-inch display
Lava launches new smartphone with 64MP camera, 6.67-inch display
Source: IANS
2024-03-05 12:57:38 pm
PhonePe`s Indus Appstore crosses 1L downloads within 3 days of launch  Indus Appstore, India's revolutionary new Android-based app store from PhonePe, has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 100,000 downloads in just three days of launch. This remarkable feat underscores the Indian market's eagerness for a localised, inclusive, and developer-empowering alternative to existing app stores. "Reaching over a lakh downloads in just three days confirms that India is ready for a homegrown app store that prioritises the needs of its d...
PhonePe`s Indus Appstore crosses 1L downloads within 3 days of launch
PhonePe`s Indus Appstore crosses 1L downloads within 3 days of launch
Source: IANS
2024-02-26 04:10:57 pm
Truecaller launches AI-powered call recording for iOS, Android users in India Leading caller identification app Truecaller on Monday launched an AI-powered call recording feature in India for iOS and Android platforms. The new feature will provide users with the ability to record incoming and outgoing calls directly within the Truecaller app. The AI-powered call recording feature will be available as a part of the company’s Premium plan, starting at Rs 75 per month or Rs 529 per year. "We want to give our customers greater control and flexibility in ma...
Truecaller launches AI-powered call recording for iOS, Android users in India
Truecaller launches AI-powered call recording for iOS, Android users in India
Source: IANS
2024-02-26 02:56:50 pm
Google rolls out Gemini AI on iOS, Android outside of US Google has started to roll out its AI service Gemini AI (formerly Bard) in English to more countries on iOS and Android. Gemini product lead Jack Krawczyk on Wednesday posted the development on X, saying mobile access to the English version of Gemini AI has started to roll out to other countries, via a dedicated app for Android users, or a toggle within the Google app on iOS. He also mentioned that the rollout will continue over the next few days. "Android: Starting to roll out ...
Google rolls out Gemini AI on iOS, Android outside of US
Google rolls out Gemini AI on iOS, Android outside of US
Source: IANS
2024-02-14 04:21:28 pm
1st `designed in India` AI-enabled education tablet launched Not-for-profit EPIC Foundation on Tuesday launched the first designed in India, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled, indigenously manufactured education tablet. Designed by VVDN Technologies in collaboration with MediaTek India and CoRover.ai, the tablets come embedded with unique features of repairability and upgradability to address the pressing concerns of the digital divide and the accumulation of electronic refuse in India. “It is a matter of great pride that we are launchin...
1st `designed in India` AI-enabled education tablet launched
1st `designed in India` AI-enabled education tablet launched
Source: IANS
2024-02-14 12:08:15 pm
Google Meet rolls out `companion mode` on Android, iOS devices Google has rolled out its second screen “companion mode” to the Meet app on Android and iOS. Companion Mode allows users to participate in a Meet call using an in-room audio/video conferencing system rather than their own PC. The feature was originally introduced for the web. "Beginning today, you’ll be able to use companion mode with your Android and iOS devices," Google said in a blogpost. "Using Companion mode from your mobile device is a quick,...
Google Meet rolls out `companion mode` on Android, iOS devices
Google Meet rolls out `companion mode` on Android, iOS devices
Source: IANS
2024-02-13 02:47:00 pm
PhonePe to launch Indus Appstore in New Delhi on Febuary 21  PhonePe is set to launch the Indus Appstore consumer app on February 21 in the capital. The Android-based app store focuses on offering Indians a localised platform that allows them to discover and access apps in 12 regional languages, in addition to English. Indus Appstore transcends the conventional app marketplace. It is built to embody India’s cultural and linguistic diversity, ensuring a seamless, language-centric, and enriched digital experience for every user. The ...
PhonePe to launch Indus Appstore in New Delhi on Febuary 21
PhonePe to launch Indus Appstore in New Delhi on Febuary 21
Source: IANS
2024-02-09 06:01:56 pm
Google pilots new programme to protect Android users from financial fraud Google has started a new programme, 'enhanced fraud protection' with Google Play Protect to help better shield Android users from financial fraud attacks. The company will launch the pilot in Singapore in partnership with the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) in the coming weeks. "As part of a continued strategic partnership with the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), we will launch this first pilot in Singapore in the coming weeks to help keep Android users s...
Google pilots new programme to protect Android users from financial fraud
Google pilots new programme to protect Android users from financial fraud
Source: IANS
2024-02-08 02:43:24 pm
WhatsApp working on new feature to automatically create account reports Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature designed to automatically create reports for both accounts and channels on Android. The new feature, spotted by WABetaInfo, will automatically generate a monthly report once enabled, providing information about account and channel activity. According to the report, allowing users to automatically generate account and channels reports every month adds a layer of convenience to this feature. "Users won't have to rememb...
WhatsApp working on new feature to automatically create account reports
WhatsApp working on new feature to automatically create account reports
Source: IANS
2024-02-04 10:07:46 am
Microsoft quietly rolls out new AI-powered Copilot app for Android Microsoft has quietly launched a new dedicated Copilot app in the Google Play Store, offering the users access to its AI-powered Copilot without the Bing mobile app. The new AI-powered assistant is now available for Android users, reports Neowin, but an iOS version is not available yet. The Copilot app on Android is similar to ChatGPT, with access to chatbot capabilities, image generation through DALL-E 3, and the ability to draft text for emails and documents. It also includes free ...
Microsoft quietly rolls out new AI-powered Copilot app for Android
Microsoft quietly rolls out new AI-powered Copilot app for Android
Source: IANS
2023-12-27 11:35:25 am
WhatsApp to roll out automatic album feature for channels  WhatsApp channels feature has received automatic album creation in the latest Android beta. The introduction of an automatic album feature in WhatsApp channels will bring a significant advantage to channel owners when it becomes available for the public. This new functionality enhances the user experience by enhancing the organisation of media shared in channels and grouping them in an album, reports WABetaInfo. “Since users can conveniently tap on the automatic album to ...
WhatsApp to roll out automatic album feature for channels
WhatsApp to roll out automatic album feature for channels
Source: IANS
2023-12-17 10:16:41 am
Elon Musk`s AI chatbot Grok now available in India, other nations Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) startup xAI has extended its AI chatbot Grok to India and 46 other countries, including Australia, Canada, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Singapore. The chatbot is currently available to subscribers of X Premium+, the top subscription tier of X. The microblogging platform has already rolled out access to its Grok AI (beta) to Premium+ subscribers in the US. "Grok is now gracing the world in even more countries, spreading ...
Elon Musk`s AI chatbot Grok now available in India, other nations
Elon Musk`s AI chatbot Grok now available in India, other nations
Source: IANS
2023-12-14 03:33:17 pm
Google Maps` new Timeline feature lets you remember places you visited  Google has introduced a new ‘Timeline’ feature in Maps, which will help you remember places you have visited. Soon, your Timeline will be saved right on your device, giving you even more control over your data. This feature is powered by a setting called Location History. "If you’re getting a new phone or are worried about losing your existing one, you can always choose to back up your data to the Cloud so it doesn’t get lost. We’ll automatica...
Google Maps` new Timeline feature lets you remember places you visited
Google Maps` new Timeline feature lets you remember places you visited
Source: IANS
2023-12-13 04:43:13 pm
iQOO launches new smartphone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip in India Technology brand iQOO has launched a new smartphone -- iQOO 12, with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset in India. Priced at Rs 52,999 (effective price: Rs 49,999) for 12GB+256GB and Rs 57,999 (effective price: Rs 54,999) for the 16GB+512GB variant, the new smartphone will be available on iQOO E-store and Amazon.in from December 14 in two colour options – Legend and Alpha. Priority Pass consumers can exclusively complete their purchase of iQOO 12 from Wednesday. "With the iQOO 12, ...
iQOO launches new smartphone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip in India
iQOO launches new smartphone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip in India
Source: IANS
2023-12-13 01:39:40 pm
Google investigating multiple profile update bug in Android 14 Google has announced to investigate a bug and issue a fix in Android 14 that has affected some Pixel phones running multiple user profiles. The problem was faced mostly by Pixel 6 owners as soon as the Android 14 update started rolling out. According to the reports, the problems ranged from missing apps to being locked out of internal storage on one of their device’s user accounts. A Google representative acknowledged the vulnerability, saying the team was working hard to fix t...
Google investigating multiple profile update bug in Android 14
Google investigating multiple profile update bug in Android 14
Source: IANS
2023-10-29 02:36:28 pm