On May 23rd, OPPO launched OPPOHack 2022, an international hackathon with the goal of bringing together a community of tech enthusiasts and innovators to tackle real-world problems with emerging technologies. So far, OPPOHack 2022 has attracted participation from developers from 50+ countries and regions around the world, making this hackathon a success so far. Continue reading “OPPOHack 2022 has attracted developers from 50+ countries and regions around the world”
According to International Data Corporation (IDC), global smartphone shipments will fall 3–3.5% to 1.31–1.36 billion units in 2022, indicating that the market will continue to decline. The company has changed its earlier forecast for shipments from a growth of 1.6% to a decrease of 3.5%, which would bring the total to 1.31 billion units. Continue reading “Global smartphone shipments expected to decline 3.5% in 2022: IDC”
With the growing popularity of electric vehicles in India, there is an urgent need for the development of EV charging infrastructure to keep up with the rate of EV growth. And now, there’s some good news from Jio-bp, which has partnered with MG Motor India and Castrol India to increase EV adoption and mobility in India by establishing four-wheeler EV charging infrastructure and expanding Castrol’s existing auto service network to serve EV customers. Continue reading “Jio-bp collaborates with MG Motor and Castrol India for EV charging infrastructure and service”
Samsung India is rebooting its Consumer Loyalty Program, known as “Samsung Home,” with the goal of providing the brand’s loyalists across the country with additional offers when purchasing second and subsequent Samsung products. Samsung has collaborated with Amazon and Flipkart to make this program a reality. Continue reading “‘Samsung Home’ consumer loyalty program launched”
BenQ today launched the GS50, an all-new portable projector that offers wireless projection at Full HD resolution with 500 ANSI Lumens of brightness, a powerful 30,000-hr long-life LED source, and an all-in-one easy-to-carry design. It has a projection size of up to 100 inches and autofocuses in seconds for a sharp, clear image up to 100 inches. Let’s take a closer look at this brand-new portable projector. Continue reading “BenQ GS50 1080p Smart Wireless Portable projector launched in India”
Garmin, a manufacturer of fitness-focused smartwatches, has announced the release of two smartwatches designed specifically for runners, the Forerunner 955 Solar and the Forerunner 255. The former adds solar charging and a new training readiness metric, while the latter adds a slew of new racing features and multi-band GPS. Let us take a closer look at both smartwatches. Continue reading “Garmin Forerunner 255 and Forerunner 955 Solar announced”
India’s 5G rollout is already behind schedule due to delay in the spectrum auction, and it now appears that the auction will be delayed even further, resulting in even more delays in 5G rollout. The competing interests of telecom service providers (TSPs) and technology giants seeking private networks appear to have slowed the auctioning of 5G spectrum, causing the delay, according to a recent The Hindu Businessline report. Continue reading “India 5G spectrum auction could be delayed again”
Counterpoint, a famous research firm, has published a global smartwatch shipments report for Q1 2022, claiming that the market has increased by 13 percent year-on-year and has maintained double-digit growth for the fifth consecutive quarter. When compared to the previous quarter, Q4 2021, the shipments have dropped by 24%. Continue reading “Global Smartwatch market records 13% YoY growth in Q1 2022: Report”
There have been serious rumours for months that Apple is working on Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality headsets, and many have anticipated that they will be introduced at WWDC 2022, which will take place on June 6th. However, Ming-Chi Kuo, a well-known Apple product analyst, believes that Apple’s AP/MR headsets, as well as a dedicated OS for them, will not be available until 2023. Continue reading “Apple’s AR/MR headsets not expected at WWDC 2022”
OnePlus’ OxygenOS has recently received a lot of criticism from users following the company’s decision to merge OxygenOS with ColorOS. After it confirmed that it has scrapped those plans, OnePlus is looking to improve the OxygenOS. The company is conducting a new community survey in order to improve the user experience of OxygenOS. Continue reading “OnePlus is looking to improve OxygenOS with a new survey”
Haier India has unveiled its first Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner, which includes a sleek design, smart controls via app, voice controls, a larger battery, and much more. The vacuum cleaner’s 76mm sleek design allows it to easily fit under beds, furniture, and so on. It has a long-lasting, 2600mAh battery with a run time of up to 90 minutes before returning to the charging station when the battery level drops. Continue reading “Haier Smart Robot Vacuum Cleaner launched in India”
Google has been steadily incorporating health-related features into its Android operating system and Fit applications. Now, current findings from 9to5Google suggests that the Sleep Audio Collection research of Google’s Health Sensing team is testing snore and cough detection tools for Android. Continue reading “Google reportedly working on snore and cough detection tools for Android”
Amazon has announced that it is establishing a new Consumer Robotics Software Development Center in Bengaluru to support the company’s expanding consumer robotics division and attract top talent to work on cutting-edge technology products. Amazon is holding a virtual event called Amazon Device: All About Astro for members of the press and people who are interested in robotics. This is to celebrate the launch of the site. Continue reading “Amazon opens new Consumer Robotics Software Development Center in Bengaluru”
Reliance Jio has introduced three new postpaid recharge plans for JioFi users. The plans cost Rs 249, Rs 299, and Rs 349, respectively, and include up to 50GB of data per month. Jio also offers free JioFi router on use and return basis. These three postpaid plans are currently only available to businesses. Continue reading “Reliance Jio adds new JioFi plans with free router and 50GB of data”
After the company’s legendary Note series, Redmi’s numeric series (i.e., Redmi 10, 11, etc.) has always been a popular selling line-up. Now, it appears that the company will release the Redmi 11 5G, a 5G version of the existing Redmi 11 in India soon. The phone is said to have a Dimensity 700 5G SoC, a 90Hz display, a 50MP primary sensor, and many other features. Let’s take a closer look at the company’s upcoming low-cost 5G device. Continue reading “Redmi 11 5G with 6.58″ FHD+ 90Hz screen, 5000mAh battery said to launch in India in June”
