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Samsung to buy back stock worth $7.16 billion to boost shareholder value Samsung Electronics said on Friday it will buy back its own shares worth a combined 10 trillion won ($7.16 billion) over the next year as part of efforts to boost its shareholder value following a recent slide in its stock price.  In the buyback plan approved by the board of directors, a combined 3 trillion won of shares will be bought back within three months starting Monday and continuing until February 17, the company said in a statement. For the remaining 7 trillion won, the co...
Samsung to buy back stock worth $7.16 billion to boost shareholder value
Samsung to buy back stock worth $7.16 billion to boost shareholder value
Source: IANS
2024-11-15 04:10:16 pm
Can ChatGPT help reduce hospital emissions? Generational Artificial intelligence (AI) models like ChatGPT can boost patient flow and reduce paper use, but may not help hospitals avoid huge carbon emissions, according to research released at the COP29 climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Friday.  The study by Australian and UK researchers probed the impact of AI in healthcare using large language models. The paper, published in the Internal Medicine Journal, showed that ChatGPT can easily process thousands of patient re...
Can ChatGPT help reduce hospital emissions?
Can ChatGPT help reduce hospital emissions?
Source: IANS
2024-11-15 02:31:58 pm
realme GT 7 Pro`s RealWorld Eco² Display sets new standards in smartphone industry In India's dynamic smartphone landscape, while processing power and camera capabilities often steal the spotlight, it's the display that truly bridges the gap between technology and user experience. As our devices become increasingly central to daily life, the quality of visual interaction has evolved from being a mere specification to a defining feature that shapes how we consume content, capture memories, and immerse ourselves in entertainment.  A superior display doesn'...
realme GT 7 Pro`s RealWorld Eco² Display sets new standards in smartphone industry
realme GT 7 Pro`s RealWorld Eco² Display sets new standards in smartphone industry
Source: IANS
2024-11-15 10:22:08 am
Apple iPhone exports from India hit record Rs 60,000 crore in April-Oct In a new record, Apple has reached almost Rs 60,000 crore in iPhone exports from India in the first seven months during the current fiscal (FY25).  In the April-October period, the Cupertino-based tech giant exported iPhones worth almost Rs 60,000 crore (over $7 billion), at almost Rs 8,450 crore (nearly $1 billion) worth export each month in the ongoing financial year, according to industry data. This time, the company is exporting newly-launched iPhone 16 models from India, apart...
Apple iPhone exports from India hit record Rs 60,000 crore in April-Oct
Apple iPhone exports from India hit record Rs 60,000 crore in April-Oct
Source: IANS
2024-11-14 11:06:08 am
India`s smartphone market to exit 2024 with single-digit annual growth India's smartphone market is expected to exit 2024 with a low single-digit annual growth, as Apple posted its largest-ever quarterly shipment in India with 4 million units in the third quarter (Q3), according to a new report.  In the July-September period (Q3), smartphone shipments in India reached 46 million units, reflecting 5.6 per cent growth YoY (year-over-year). Upasana Joshi, Senior Research Manager, Devices Research, IDC Asia Pacific, said that growth in the biggest qua...
India`s smartphone market to exit 2024 with single-digit annual growth
India`s smartphone market to exit 2024 with single-digit annual growth
Source: IANS
2024-11-14 10:46:19 am
realme GT 7 Pro elevates mobile photography with Snapdragon 8 Elite & flagship Sony sensors The landscape of mobile photography has undergone a revolutionary transformation, redefining how we capture and share moments. From rudimentary camera phones to today's AI-powered imaging systems, smartphones have evolved to challenge the dominance of traditional cameras.  realme exemplifies a relentless pursuit of excellence, consistently striving to deliver cutting-edge camera technology to its users. With each new device, realme introduces innovative features and advancements, ...
realme GT 7 Pro elevates mobile photography with Snapdragon 8 Elite & flagship Sony sensors
realme GT 7 Pro elevates mobile photography with Snapdragon 8 Elite & flagship Sony sensors
Source: IANS
2024-11-11 10:22:03 am
Be ready to pay 5 pc more for smartphones in 2025 in GenAI era Smartphones are getting costlier and going forward, be ready to pay more with the rising prices of generative AI chips, transition to 5G, enhanced computing capabilities and premiumisation.  The global average selling price (ASP) of smartphones is projected to rise by 3 per cent (year-on-year) to $365 in 2024, with a further 5 per cent increase in 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s Market Outlook report. In 2025, increasing consumer interest in generative AI (GenAI) w...
Be ready to pay 5 pc more for smartphones in 2025 in GenAI era
Be ready to pay 5 pc more for smartphones in 2025 in GenAI era
Source: IANS
2024-11-11 09:36:54 am
India`s smartphone market estimated to grow 7-8 pc this year India’s smartphone market is estimated to grow 7-8 per cent this year, driven by strong demand for premium, 5G and AI smartphones, according to a new report.  The mobile handset market in India is expected to maintain steady growth. “As brands focus on bridging technology gaps and introducing affordable 5G devices, the competition will likely intensify. The new wave of AI-capable devices will continue to fuel consumer preferences in the coming quarters,” said Pank...
India`s smartphone market estimated to grow 7-8 pc this year
India`s smartphone market estimated to grow 7-8 pc this year
Source: IANS
2024-11-09 12:18:48 pm
Apple iPhone 15 becomes best-selling smartphone globally in Q3 2024 Apple iPhone 15 has become the best-selling smartphone globally in the third quarter (Q3) this year, followed closely by iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro, according to a report on Thursday.  Samsung maintained the biggest presence in the global top-10 best-selling smartphones list with five spots, followed by Apple with four and Xiaomi with one, according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales Tracker. While Apple’s share of the top-10 list has decline...
Apple iPhone 15 becomes best-selling smartphone globally in Q3 2024
Apple iPhone 15 becomes best-selling smartphone globally in Q3 2024
Source: IANS
2024-11-07 03:49:12 pm
Over half of smartphones projected to be GenAI-ready by 2028 globally More than half of smartphones shipped in 2028 are projected to be GenAI capable, as broader use cases continue to emerge and availability expands across price segments, according to a new report.  The global smartphone market has reached maturity, and shipments are expected to remain stable in the coming years. Growth will likely be driven by emerging markets like India, MEA and Southeast Asia. “We expect smartphone revenues to continue to grow through 2028 as the premiumisat...
Over half of smartphones projected to be GenAI-ready by 2028 globally
Over half of smartphones projected to be GenAI-ready by 2028 globally
Source: IANS
2024-11-03 01:12:08 pm
US smartphone market`s sell-in down 4 pc in Q3 The US smartphone market’s sell-in decreased 4 per cent (on-year) in Q3, driven mainly by Apple and Samsung weakness, a report showed on Thursday.  Apple’s shipments were down primarily due to lower demand resulting from continued low upgrade rates as reported by the three major US carriers in Q3 2024, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest US Market Monitor Quarterly Smartphone Tracker. Research Director Jeff Fieldhack said that Apple sell-in was muted in Q3...
US smartphone market`s sell-in down 4 pc in Q3
US smartphone market`s sell-in down 4 pc in Q3
Source: IANS
2024-10-31 04:38:21 pm
India`s smartphone shipments up 3 pc in July-Sep, Samsung leads by value India’s smartphone volume grew by 3 per cent (year-on-year) in the third quarter (Q3 2024) this year, as Samsung led the market in terms of value with a 23 per cent share, closely followed by Apple with a 22 per cent share, according to a report on Wednesday.  The value of Indian smartphone market surged by an impressive 12 per cent (on-year) to reach an all-time record for a single quarter, according to the latest research from Counterpoint’s Monthly India Smartphone Trac...
India`s smartphone shipments up 3 pc in July-Sep, Samsung leads by value
India`s smartphone shipments up 3 pc in July-Sep, Samsung leads by value
Source: IANS
2024-10-30 10:27:37 am
Apple continues to drive India`s mobile manufacturing growth story As India continues to break all previous records on local mobile manufacturing, tech giant Apple is on course to surpass the FY24 figures of exports from India, reaching over Rs 50,000 crore (more than $6 billion) in the first six months this fiscal (FY25), according to latest industry data.  The iPhone exports from India surged to cross $10 billion in 2023-24 from $6.27 billion in 2022-23. Overall, the iPhone maker’s India operations reached $23.5 billion in value in the last f...
Apple continues to drive India`s mobile manufacturing growth story
Apple continues to drive India`s mobile manufacturing growth story
Source: IANS
2024-10-29 03:53:55 pm
Rural demand, festive push drive India smartphone market growth in July-Sep  Driven by rural demand ahead of the festive season, the Indian smartphone market grew 9 per cent in the July-September period, shipping 47.1 million units, according to a new report.  Vendors cleared inventory through early monsoon sales across online and offline channels to gear up for the festive season, according to market research firm Canalys. According to senior analyst Sanyam Chaurasia, top brands in the market are expanding their portfolio in the mid-high range, in an...
Rural demand, festive push drive India smartphone market growth in July-Sep
Rural demand, festive push drive India smartphone market growth in July-Sep
Source: IANS
2024-10-20 09:14:38 am
Shipment of GenAI smartphones to surpass 730 million units by 2028 The shipment of generative AI (GenAI) smartphones is forecast to surpass 730 million units by 2028, according to a new report.  The shipment share of GenAI smartphones is forecast to reach 19 per cent this year and by 2028, this is expected to reach 54 per cent, according to Counterpoint Research. This growth would be more than 3 times the projected levels in 2024. This year, Samsung and Apple are set to capture over 75 per cent of the global GenAI smartphone market, mainly driven ...
Shipment of GenAI smartphones to surpass 730 million units by 2028
Shipment of GenAI smartphones to surpass 730 million units by 2028
Source: IANS
2024-10-20 08:46:42 am
India to have 1.2 billion smartphone connections by 2030, half of them 5G India is projected to have 1.2 billion smartphone connections by 2030, with half of the users on 5G smartphones, according to a new report.  According to global mobile network body GSMA, the country is projected to have over 641 million 5G subscribers by 2030, growing at 49 per cent. “India will see an unprecedented growth in the number of 5G mobile subscribers, and an explosion of data usage in the next six years,” according to GSMA Intelligence projections. This st...
India to have 1.2 billion smartphone connections by 2030, half of them 5G
India to have 1.2 billion smartphone connections by 2030, half of them 5G
Source: IANS
2024-10-18 10:37:00 am
Global smartphone market grows 2 pc, iPhone 16 makes Apple biggest brand in September Global smartphone market grew 2 per cent in the July-September period – the first year-on-year growth in a third quarter since Q3 2018 -- as Apple became the biggest brand in September helped by early launch of iPhone 16, according to a new report on Tuesday.  This was the global smartphone market’s fourth consecutive quarter of growth, a testament to the ongoing market recovery, according to Counterpoint Research’s Smartphone 360 Tracker. Apple’s sales grew...
Global smartphone market grows 2 pc, iPhone 16 makes Apple biggest brand in September
Global smartphone market grows 2 pc, iPhone 16 makes Apple biggest brand in September
Source: IANS
2024-10-16 09:34:27 am
MediaTek unveils Dimensity 9400 chip for latest AI experiences  Chip-maker MediaTek on Wednesday launched Dimensity 9400, the new flagship smartphone chipset optimised for edge-AI applications, immersive gaming, incredible photography and more.  The first smartphones powered by the Dimensity 9400 chip will be available in the market, starting in Q4, said the company. The Dimensity 9400, the fourth and latest in MediaTek’s flagship mobile SoC lineup, offers a boost in performance with its second-generation ‘All Big Core’ ...
MediaTek unveils Dimensity 9400 chip for latest AI experiences
MediaTek unveils Dimensity 9400 chip for latest AI experiences
Source: IANS
2024-10-09 10:26:27 am
Smartphone sales grow 11 pc in India festive season`s 1st wave, Samsung leads Smartphone sales grew 11 per cent (year-over-year) in the first wave of the festive season sales in India between September 26-October 6, a report said on Tuesday.  According to latest estimates from TechInsights, South Korean electronics major Samsung led the smartphone sales volume with a 20 per cent market share. This was led by top-selling models such as Galaxy M35, Galaxy S23, Galaxy A14 and Galaxy S23 FE, etc., according to the report. The first wave of the festive season ...
Smartphone sales grow 11 pc in India festive season`s 1st wave, Samsung leads
Smartphone sales grow 11 pc in India festive season`s 1st wave, Samsung leads
Source: IANS
2024-10-09 09:57:06 am
Pre-orders for `made in India` iPhone 16 surges, set to break export records Apple has seen a surge in pre-orders for its ‘Make in India’ iPhone 16 in the country, as the company gears up to make its latest iPhone line-up available on September 20, trade analysts said on Thursday, adding that the new devices are set to break previous export records.  The ongoing channel checks suggest that iPhone 16 Pro models are also witnessing a strong traction from buyers, owing to its more strategic and accessible pricing, in comparison to the 15 series. Th...
Pre-orders for `made in India` iPhone 16 surges, set to break export records
Pre-orders for `made in India` iPhone 16 surges, set to break export records
Source: IANS
2024-09-19 12:17:56 pm
Car, bikes, and electronics sale surge due to heavy discounts by companies After sluggish sales in the first five months of this fiscal, automobiles and consumer electronics companies saw some surge in demand due to discounts and promotional offers during the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi and Onam festivals, multiple reports said.  "In view of festivals like Onam, Navratri, Diwali, and Dussehra, electronics, automobile and smartphone companies are offering discounts of up to 30 percent to customers," the reports stated. Maruti Suzuki reported a 10 pe...
Car, bikes, and electronics sale surge due to heavy discounts by companies
Car, bikes, and electronics sale surge due to heavy discounts by companies
Source: IANS
2024-09-15 05:23:14 pm
Non-metro cities leading in orders on e-commerce platforms in India Non-metro cities are leading the pack in India when it comes to growth in orders on e-commerce platforms, with at least 60 per cent of online orders coming from tier 2 cities and smaller towns, a report showed on Friday.  Online shopping remains the preferred mode for 75 per cent of consumers. With robust growth expected in e-commerce this festive season, the report by third-party logistics service provider Delhivery said while metro cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Mumbai, etc...
Non-metro cities leading in orders on e-commerce platforms in India
Non-metro cities leading in orders on e-commerce platforms in India
Source: IANS
2024-09-13 01:54:39 pm
Sale of smartphones worth Rs 1 lakh and above surge in India With disposable incomes rising amid the premiumisation trend, the sales of luxury smartphones have surged in India in recent quarters, industry experts said on Tuesday.  The smartphone shipments of Rs 1 lakh and above increased by 20 per cent (year-on-year) and 10 per cent (YoY) for Q1 2024 and Q2 2024, respectively, according to Counterpoint Research. The shipments in the Rs 1 lakh and above segment accounted for just over 1 per cent of the market in the first half this year. &...
Sale of smartphones worth Rs 1 lakh and above surge in India
Sale of smartphones worth Rs 1 lakh and above surge in India
Source: IANS
2024-09-03 03:00:38 pm
India mobile phone exports reach $6.5 billion in April-July, iPhones lead Led by iPhones, exports of mobile phones from India reached $6.5 billion in the April-July period (Q1 FY25) – an almost 40 per cent surge from the same period last fiscal (FY23), industry data showed on Thursday.  iPhone exports surpassed $1 billion in the month of July – almost similar month-on-month performance as seen in the first quarter of FY25 -- led by the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. Currently, iPhone exports constitute about 70 per cent of the tota...
India mobile phone exports reach $6.5 billion in April-July, iPhones lead
India mobile phone exports reach $6.5 billion in April-July, iPhones lead
Source: IANS
2024-08-22 03:01:59 pm
Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon chip for affordable smartphones Chip maker Qualcomm on Tuesday introduced Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Mobile Platform for more affordable smartphones, making its advanced technologies accessible to all, including generative AI, mobile gaming, camera and video and more.  The new platform offers on-device GenAI capabilities with support for large language models (LLMs), including Baichuan-7B, Llama 2 at 1B parameters and others. Qualcomm has been at the forefront of innovation in India for the past two decades. Accordin...
Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon chip for affordable smartphones
Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon chip for affordable smartphones
Source: IANS
2024-08-21 09:20:41 am
India`s 5G smartphone market share surges 77 pc in Q2 India’s 5G smartphone market share increased to 77 per cent in the second quarter (Q2) -- up from 49 per cent in the same quarter last year -- while the average selling price declined by 22 per cent to $293 (about Rs 24,000), a report said on Tuesday. Nearly 27 million 5G smartphones were shipped in the April-June quarter.  The Indian smartphone market shipped 69 million smartphones in the first half of 2024, with 7.2 per cent growth YoY (year-over-year), according to the Intern...
India`s 5G smartphone market share surges 77 pc in Q2
India`s 5G smartphone market share surges 77 pc in Q2
Source: IANS
2024-08-13 03:06:23 pm
India’s technical consumer goods market logs 11 pc value growth in Jan-June period  Technical consumer goods (TCG) market in India recorded an 11 per cent increase in value and a 1 per cent rise in volume during the first half of 2024, compared to the same period last year, a report showed on Monday.  Small domestic appliances (SDA) led with a 29 per cent increase in value, reflecting heightened consumer interest in home convenience products, said market research firm GfK. India has emerged as the fastest-growing large market in the technical consumer goods ...
India’s technical consumer goods market logs 11 pc value growth in Jan-June period
India’s technical consumer goods market logs 11 pc value growth in Jan-June period
Source: IANS
2024-08-12 02:37:40 pm
100 million smartphones to be sold in India in July-December period  India is projected to see about 100 million smartphone sales in the second half of this year (July-December period), and online platforms are likely to contribute more than 55 per cent of the total revenue, a report showed on Saturday.  Nearly 80 per cent of these smartphones will be 5G devices, according to the report by market research firm Techarc. The robust growth will take the total annual sales of smartphones for 2024 to settle at 155-158 million units -- a 7-9 per cen...
100 million smartphones to be sold in India in July-December period
100 million smartphones to be sold in India in July-December period
Source: IANS
2024-08-10 03:10:09 pm
Apple's iPhone market share to reach 7 pc in India this year: Experts Buoyed by the friendly production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme of the government, Apple's iPhone market in the country is all set to reach 7 per cent by the end of this year, and the company is projected to surpass $9 billion in revenue this year, industry data showed on Friday.  The Cupertino-based tech giant clocked nearly $8 billion revenue in India in the last fiscal year (FY24). The company achieved record export numbers around $3.8 billion in the April-June period (Q2 FY...
Apple's iPhone market share to reach 7 pc in India this year: Experts
Apple's iPhone market share to reach 7 pc in India this year: Experts
Source: IANS
2024-08-02 04:34:17 pm
Global smartphone market up 8 pc, average selling price reaches highest level Global smartphone shipments grew 8 per cent (year-on-year) in the second quarter of 2024, as Samsung retained the top position globally, accounting for 19 per cent share, a report said on Friday.  Global smartphone revenues also went up 8 per cent YoY, while the average selling price (ASP) reached the highest level for a second quarter, according to Counterpoint Research. This marks the third-consecutive quarter posting growth for the global smartphone market. “Europe and ...
Global smartphone market up 8 pc, average selling price reaches highest level
Global smartphone market up 8 pc, average selling price reaches highest level
Source: IANS
2024-08-02 12:04:49 pm
Over 14 billion smartphones shipped in last 10 years, shows data The global number of smartphone shipments continues to rise and in the last 10 years, a whopping 14 billion smartphones have been shipped worldwide, a report showed on Tuesday.  Samsung once again proved to be the leader, with 2.99 billion shipped units in the past decade. Moreover, the South Korean tech giant outsold its biggest competitor Apple by 743 million units, as the latter sold 2.24 billion smartphones since 2014, according to data presented by AltIndex.com. "After sh...
Over 14 billion smartphones shipped in last 10 years, shows data
Over 14 billion smartphones shipped in last 10 years, shows data
Source: IANS
2024-07-31 09:36:30 am
India cuts import tax on smartphones in boost for Apple India announced it will cut import duty on mobile phones and some key parts to 15% from 20%, a move that will directly benefit Apple, which still imports its high-end smartphones into the country despite increasing local production. Presenting the annual budget for 2024/25 in parliament on Tuesday, India's finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said import tax on mobile phones, printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) and mobile chargers is in the "interest of consumers." Almost...
India cuts import tax on smartphones in boost for Apple
India cuts import tax on smartphones in boost for Apple
Source: Reuters
2024-07-23 02:47:05 pm
Indian smartphone market grows modest 1 pc in April-June The Indian smartphone market grew just 1 per cent in the April-June quarter (Q2), totalling 36.4 million units shipped, a report showed on Thursday.  Xiaomi reclaimed the top spot after six quarters, capturing an 18 per cent market share with 6.7 million units shipped. Vivo closely followed, also shipping 6.7 million units, boosted by affordable 5G and mid-range models, according to market research firm Canalys. “Samsung ranked third with 6.1 million units shipped. realme ...
Indian smartphone market grows modest 1 pc in April-June
Indian smartphone market grows modest 1 pc in April-June
Source: IANS
2024-07-18 04:35:51 pm
Homegrown Indkal to manufacture Acer-branded smartphones in India Homegrown Indkal Technologies on Thursday announced its foray into the smartphone market under a trademark licencing agreement with the Taiwanese electronics company Acer, in which it will design, manufacture and distribute smartphones under the Acer brand in India.  "Our customers will experience exceptionally well-designed smartphones with high-end processors, top-notch camera technology and a host of premium features across the range," Anand Dubey, CEO of Indkal Technolog...
Homegrown Indkal to manufacture Acer-branded smartphones in India
Homegrown Indkal to manufacture Acer-branded smartphones in India
Source: IANS
2024-07-11 02:27:16 pm
Foldable smartphone shipments in India up by 19 pc in Q1, Samsung The foldable smartphone shipments in India grew by 19 per cent (year-on-year) in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, with Samsung leading the market, a new report said on Wednesday.   According to Counterpoint Research, Samsung led the foldable market with a 79 per cent share, with the Galaxy Fold 5 accounting for half of the brand's foldable shipments. "The foldable smartphone market in India is still a niche segment and will likely remain so for a few years," said Tarun...
Foldable smartphone shipments in India up by 19 pc in Q1, Samsung
Foldable smartphone shipments in India up by 19 pc in Q1, Samsung
Source: IANS
2024-07-11 10:08:40 am
After Apple, Google set to manufacture Pixel phones in India After Apple, Google is set to manufacture Pixel smartphones in India, with plans to export the devices to Europe and the US, media reports have said.  According to reports, the tech giant will soon begin commercial production through partnerships with Foxconn and Dixon Technologies' subsidiary Padget Electronics. The company has already started trial production in Tamil Nadu with Foxconn, a major maker of Apple devices. When contacted, Google India did not immediately commen...
After Apple, Google set to manufacture Pixel phones in India
After Apple, Google set to manufacture Pixel phones in India
Source: IANS
2024-07-05 02:30:38 pm
Samsung to unveil new AI-enabled foldable smartphones next month Samsung Electronics is expected to unveil new Galaxy series foldable smartphones with artificial intelligence (AI) features next month.  The Samsung ‘Galaxy Unpacked 2024’ will take place in Paris on July 10, just about two weeks before the opening of the Paris Summer Olympics, Samsung said. Samsung did not elaborate further, but market watchers expect Samsung to unveil its new Galaxy Z Fold series and Galaxy Z Flip 6 with built-in generative AI, reports Yonhap news age...
Samsung to unveil new AI-enabled foldable smartphones next month
Samsung to unveil new AI-enabled foldable smartphones next month
Source: IANS
2024-06-26 11:22:53 am
AI flagship killer realme GT 6 is set to become the most coveted smartphone The smartphone world is buzzing about the potential of AI, and it's easy to see why! AI-powered features promise to revolutionise how we use our phones, offering a level of personalisation and intelligence we've never seen before. This has led to a surge in brands promoting "AI features," however, it's important for consumers to be discerning.  While some companies are making genuine strides in integrating AI, others are simply riding the wave of excitement, usin...
AI flagship killer realme GT 6 is set to become the most coveted smartphone
AI flagship killer realme GT 6 is set to become the most coveted smartphone
Source: IANS
2024-06-07 12:07:21 pm
CMF Phone 1 is coming, confirms Nothing  London-based consumer tech brand Nothing on Thursday confirmed that it will soon launch the CMF Phone 1 as the first smartphone under the CMF sub-brand.  Announcing the development on X, the company wrote, "Introducing CMF Phone 1. Wonderful by design. Leveraging @nothing's innovation and meticulous attention to design, it serves as a wonderful entry point to our entire product ecosystem". "As others overlook this category, we're giving it our full atte...
CMF Phone 1 is coming, confirms Nothing
CMF Phone 1 is coming, confirms Nothing
Source: IANS
2024-06-06 06:21:15 pm
Apple earned over $1.95 trillion from iPhone sales so far Despite the apparent decline in the first three months of the year, iPhone lifetime sales still rose to shocking highs as the tech giant Apple grossed over $1.95 trillion from iPhone sales so far, a new report said on Wednesday.   In the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, Apple shipped 50.1 million of its smartphones, five million less than in the same period a year ago, while iPhone sales revenue fell by almost 10 per cent to $45.9 billion, according to data presented by Stocklytics.com. ...
Apple earned over $1.95 trillion from iPhone sales so far
Apple earned over $1.95 trillion from iPhone sales so far
Source: IANS
2024-06-06 09:56:08 am
Emerging markets to push growth of 5G smartphones amid saturation in developed markets The share of 5G smartphones will increase exponentially in the years to come, registering another year of double-digit growth in 2025 (more than 13.2 per cent), a report has shown.  The 16 per cent growth in 5G smartphones in 2024 is set to be followed by next year too as global 5G market share will climb to 74.4 per cent, up from 67.2 per cent this year, according to an IDC report. 5G-powered smartphones continue to fuel the market as these devices will display nearly 16 per cent ...
Emerging markets to push growth of 5G smartphones amid saturation in developed markets
Emerging markets to push growth of 5G smartphones amid saturation in developed markets
Source: IANS
2024-05-31 02:44:04 pm
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
PRAVAAH portal, RBI Retail Direct Mobile Application and FinTech Repository launched for ease of biz RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Tuesday launched three major initiatives of the Reserve Bank of India which include the PRAVAAH portal, the Retail Direct Mobile App and a FinTech Repository. The PRAVAAH portal will make it convenient for any individual or entity to apply online for various regulatory approvals in a seamless manner. This portal will also enhance the efficiency of various processes related to the granting of regulatory approvals and clearances by the Reserve Bank, according ...
PRAVAAH portal, RBI Retail Direct Mobile Application and FinTech Repository launched for ease of biz
PRAVAAH portal, RBI Retail Direct Mobile Application and FinTech Repository launched for ease of biz
Source: IANS
2024-05-29 09:35:53 am
Samsung to hold `Galaxy Unpacked`in July in Paris Samsung Electronics is expected to hold the summer edition of its ‘Galaxy Unpacked’ event next month in Paris, the host of the upcoming Olympic Games, industry sources said on Friday.  The event will take place on July 10, just about two weeks before the opening of the Paris Summer Olympics, with the foldable Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones and the wearable Galaxy Ring to be unveiled, according to the sources. It is the second time that the world's b...
Samsung to hold `Galaxy Unpacked`in July in Paris
Samsung to hold `Galaxy Unpacked`in July in Paris
Source: IANS
2024-05-24 10:39:37 am
Top performer realme GT 6T revolutionises smartphone visuals with super display The evolution of mobile phones over the years has been nothing short of remarkable, with advancements in display technology playing a pivotal role in driving this transformation.As technology has progressed, contemporary smartphones now boast expansive, high-resolution screens that incorporate cutting-edge features such as OLED and AMOLED. These state-of-the-art displays deliver exceptional performance across various parameters, including resolution, size, image quality, and functionality. ...
Top performer realme GT 6T revolutionises smartphone visuals with super display
Top performer realme GT 6T revolutionises smartphone visuals with super display
Source: IANS
2024-05-17 02:02:54 pm
iQOO launches new smartphone with 6,000mAh battery in India Smartphone brand iQOO on Thursday launched a new smartphone under its Z series -- Z9x, with 6,000mAh battery in India. Priced at Rs 12,999 (effective price -- Rs 11,999) for 4GB+128GB, Rs 14,499 (effective price -- Rs 12,999) for 6GB+128GB and Rs 15,999 (effective price -- Rs 14,499) for 8GB+128GB, the new smartphone comes in two colour variants -- Tornado Green and Storm Grey, and will be available for purchase on Amazon and iQOO e-store starting May 21. "The iQOO Z9x, with its sl...
iQOO launches new smartphone with 6,000mAh battery in India
iQOO launches new smartphone with 6,000mAh battery in India
Source: IANS
2024-05-16 05:32:42 pm
iQOO launches new smartphone with 6,000mAh battery in India Smartphone brand iQOO on Thursday launched a new smartphone under its Z series -- Z9x, with 6,000mAh battery in India. Priced at Rs 12,999 (effective price -- Rs 11,999) for 4GB+128GB, Rs 14,499 (effective price -- Rs 12,999) for 6GB+128GB and Rs 15,999 (effective price -- Rs 14,499) for 8GB+128GB, the new smartphone comes in two colour variants -- Tornado Green and Storm Grey, and will be available for purchase on Amazon and iQOO e-store starting May 21. "The iQOO Z9x, with its sl...
iQOO launches new smartphone with 6,000mAh battery in India
iQOO launches new smartphone with 6,000mAh battery in India
Source: IANS
2024-05-16 04:44:19 pm
realme GT 6T introduces its top-performing trio After much anticipation by realme’s loyal fans, the brand has finally announced the launch of the latest device in the GT series, the realme GT 6T. realme’s GT series has, since its inception, been the brand’s most coveted phone series owing to its cutting-edge technology, top performance and feature-rich devices. As a brand that values looking towards the future, realme aims to enter a new era in smartphone innovation by taking inspiration from the past. The story of rea...
realme GT 6T introduces its top-performing trio
realme GT 6T introduces its top-performing trio
Source: IANS
2024-05-15 02:09:47 pm