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OnePlus 15 to Launch with 165Hz Display and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite Chip
OnePlus has officially confirmed that its upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 15, will debut with a super-smooth 165Hz display — the highest refresh rate ever seen on a OnePlus device. Designed for an ultra-responsive experience, this upgrade is expected to benefit gamers and everyday users alike, making scrolling, animations, and gameplay feel faster and more fluid than ever. Under the hood, the OnePlus 15 will be powered by Qualcomm’s next-gen Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite chipset, promising significant boosts in performance, AI processing, and power efficiency. While full specs are still under wraps, this combination of display and silicon signals OnePlus’s continued push to stay at the forefront of premium Android smartphones. With an official launch expected in the coming months, the OnePlus 15 is shaping up to be a major contender in the flagship space. More details — including camera upgrades and software features — are likely to surface soon.
Published 25 Sep 2025 05:06 PM
In response to growing user safety concerns, OpenAI will introduce "teen-friendly" ChatGPT.
In light of the ongoing discussion and controversy about the impact of AI chatbots on youth mental health, OpenAI has announced that it is developing a "different ChatGPT experience" tailored to teens that will be released later this year.OpenAI has said that it is developing a "different ChatGPT experience" tailored for teens that will be released later this year, amid ongoing discussions and debates over the impact of AI chatbots on youth mental health.A number of important policy changes have been published by OpenAI, the company that created the popular ChatGPT, with the goal of improving user safety for its youngest users. The action was taken in the midst of growing criticism and a lawsuit brought by the family of a 16-year-old who committed suicide, claiming the AI chatbot was responsible for his demise. Under the new precautions, users under the age of eighteen will automatically activate a "teen-friendly" version of ChatGPT. Stricter content filters will be included in this version to block sensitive subjects including self-harm conversations and explicit sexual material. "Safety ahead of privacy and freedom for teens," according to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is a significant philosophical shift in the company's approach to AI ethics.Highlights of the New Teen Safety Plan: Age Forecast Technology: Based on a user's interaction patterns, OpenAI is creating a system to determine the user's age. The safer, under-18 experience will be used by default if the system is unsure.
Published 17 Sep 2025 04:48 PM
Activist Jarange: "Give Marathas reservation within the legal framework by Aug. 26 or face agitation."
Manoj Jarange, an activist, stated on Monday that if the government does not declare Maratha reservation "within the legal framework" by Tuesday, he will go on to Mumbai to start an agitation.He stated that he has no interest in traveling to Mumbai for a "indefinite hunger strike," which he said would be a nonviolent protest, if the demand is met by Tuesday.Jarange has called for a protest to begin on August 29 in Mumbai's Azad Maidan, calling for the Maratha community to be given preference in government employment and education under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category. He has been leading the push to recognize all Marathas as Kunbis, an agrarian caste that falls under the OBC category, so that they can be given preference in government employment and education.In order to demonstrate the Marathas' Kunbi identity, the activist has emphasized the community's need for the application of historical records, such as the Bombay, Satara, and Hyderabad gazettes."Give us reservation that fits in the legal framework," Jarange stated during a press conference held in the Jalna district's Antarwali Sarati hamlet, from which he intends to depart for the agitation on August 27. He claimed that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is purposefully adopting a "stubborn stand". 29 castes were been added to the OBC category by the government. According to the activist, this is akin to inciting the Maratha community. "Today and tomorrow belong to the government. Give us our reservation; we don't want to travel to Mumbai," he remarked.Jarange has been demanding the quota under the OBC category, despite the state government's announcement last year of a 10% reservation for the Maratha community under a different category. "A quota ought to be granted to the Maratha group since they have records of Kunbis. We don't want the 10% reservation to be canceled at any time," he stated. He stated, "We will also stand with him if reservation is given," if the chief minister believes that the OBC community supports the BJP.
Published 27 Aug 2025 04:27 PM
Google Rolls Out Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Prioritizing Practical Design
Google has introduced its latest foldable phone, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, offering a refined design and performance upgrades. The device features a large 8-inch main display and a 6.4-inch cover screen, both designed to deliver a smooth user experience whether folded or open. Powered by Google's new Tensor G5 chip and 16 GB of RAM, the phone supports multitasking and demanding apps with ease. It includes a triple rear camera system—featuring wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses—along with dual front cameras tailored for both folded and unfolded use. Google has also brought in subtle AI features across the phone, including smarter camera tools and on-device assistance, aiming to make everyday tasks feel more fluid without overcomplicating the experience. With a starting price of ₹1,72,999 in India, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold targets users who want a flexible form factor without sacrificing power or reliability. It marks Google's most polished attempt yet in the foldable space.
Published 21 Aug 2025 05:32 PM
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Global Release of Xiaomi 14 With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC and Leica Adapted Cameras
The Xiaomi 14 was released worldwide on Sunday, February 25, one day prior to the start of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. The flagship phone from the Chinese company has an LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz dynamic refresh rate and is powered by Qualcomm's most recent Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. The Leica-branded triple rear camera unit with a Summilux lens is a feature of the Xiaomi 14. The phone is compatible with 90W HyperCharge wired charging and has an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. Alongside the Xiaomi 14 Pro, the Xiaomi 14 was introduced in China last year. The Xiaomi 14's single 12GB RAM + 512GB storage model is priced at €999. It is available in White, Jade Green, and Black colors. According to reports, the phone will cost less after bank offers and will retail for less than Rs. 75,000 in India. On March 7, Xiaomi 14 is expected to officially launch in the Indian market. In addition to being offered for sale on Flipkart, it will be sold on Amazon. It is anticipated that the Indian version will have comparable specs to the international version. With an adaptive refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz and a 6.36-inch LTPO AMOLED (1,200x2,670 pixels) display with 460ppi pixel density, the Xiaomi 14 dual SIM (nano +e-SIM) runs on the HyperOS interface, which is based on Android 14. The screen is rated to provide up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, support for HDR10+, and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection is applied to the screen, and 3D curved glass is coated on the back. It is powered by a 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, coupled with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage.
Google is shutting down its GPay service: All you need to know
Google Pay was replaced by Google Wallet in 2022 but the service remained operational in several countries. Now, the company has decided to simplify its payment methods with its latest move.Google has announced that its Google Pay app will no longer be available starting June 4, 2024. Google Pay was replaced by Google Wallet in 2022 but the service remained operational in several countries. Now, the company has decided to simplify its payment methods with its latest move. However, the users in India and Singapore are not affected by this move as the company will continue its Google Pay service in these countries considering their unique needs. The latest announcement from the company is aimed at the U.S. version of the standalone Google Pay app. “To simplify the app experience, the U.S. version of the standalone Google Pay app will no longer be available for use starting June 4, 2024,” Google wrote in a blog post.“And for the millions of people who use the Google Pay app in India and Singapore, nothing will change as we continue to build for the unique needs in those countries,” Google adds. As a part of the process, Google will also remove peer-to-peer (P2P) payments, managing your Google Pay balance, and "find offers and deals" from the service. Users in the U.S. who were using "find offers and deals" in the GPay app can now head to new deals destination on Search, as per the company’s recommendation. Google Wallet has now replaced GPay and it has millions of users in more than 180 countries, as per the company. Google Wallet can handle credit and debit card payments and can also store transport passes, state IDs, driver's licenses, virtual car keys, and more. Google Pay service will be available through Google Wallet in the U.S. after June 4, 2024.
Best Havells fans: Upgrade to modern models this summer with top 7 picks
As the mercury climbs and summer makes its presence felt, it's the opportune moment to consider upgrading your cooling solutions. Havells, a brand synonymous with reliability and quality, stands at the forefront of providing innovative air circulation options to beat the heat. With an extensive line-up that spans from classic ceiling fans to those equipped with remote controls, Havells fans caters to diverse preferences and needs, adding a contemporary flair to any space. This article will highlight the top seven Havells fans, carefully selected to enhance your home's comfort and style this summer. Whether you're drawn to the timeless elegance of traditional ceiling fans or seek the convenience and sophistication of remote-controlled models, Havells offers something for everyone. Dive into our selection to discover how you can bring a breath of fresh air into your home, combining functionality with aesthetic appeal. Havells fans not only promise efficient cooling, but also aim to complement your home decor, making them a smart addition to your summer readiness checklist. The Havells Ambrose Decorative BLDC ceiling fan combines elegance with functionality, making it a must-have for those seeking both style and energy efficiency. This 5-star rated fan is equipped with an energy-saving BLDC motor and comes with a remote control for convenience. Its ECO ACTIVE technology ensures lesser power consumption, while the built-in voltage stabilization guarantees consistent performance even at lower voltages. The wider blades offer better air delivery, and the RF type remote control operation enhances user experience with all-direction sensing. However, the premium features come at a higher price point, and the fan's decorative aspect might not blend with all interior designs. The Havells Festiva Energy Saving Ceiling Fan stands out with its energy-efficient induction motor and eye-catching design. This model is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room, thanks to its metallic paint finish and decorative trims on blades and canopy. While it's designed to enhance air circulation and cooling with its high velocity and 5-speed settings, the noise level at 65 dB might be a concern for those seeking quieter operation. Its dust-resistant features and durable aluminium construction make it a lasting addition to your home.
How Your ‘Most-Important’ Google Page Is Changing
Google has been showing users a new banner which says “A new look is coming soon” on its sign-in page for some time now. The banner also notes that the tech giant is working on improving its sign-in page with a more modern look and feel. Now, the company has confirmed that it has started to roll out the new look for its sign-in page. Google claims that this change will offer sign-in and sign-up pages a “more modern look.” This design aligns with the company's Material Design which is available across its other products. Google’s new sign-in page: Availability and other detailsIn a blog post, Google noted that users will see the updated interface across web and mobile devices. The company claims that this change will be visible for both Workspace admins as well as individual users with personal Google accounts. The rollout of the new design has already started and will reach users gradually. The redesigned Google sign-in page is scheduled to complete by March 4. However, the older login page will be available for users if they are using an older version of the browser. Google has also clarified that this is strictly a change in visual appearance and there will be no functionality impacts for this change. The new design of the sign-in page is aligned horizontally which will work better across multiple screen types. This includes large and wide screens, like the ones with a Pixel Fold or a Pixel Tablet.Just like the older version of the page, Google will also prompt users for their passwords, passkeys or other authentication in the new design as well.
Massive, out-of-control satellite to crash into Earth today
The European Space Agency’s (ESA) ERS-2 satellite weighed 2.5 tonnes at launch and was cutting-edge technology when it launched in 1995. But now, the massive satellite is out of control and could hurtle into the planet’s atmosphere on Wednesday. ESA’s latest estimate suggests that ERS-2 will reenter the atmosphere at 9.19 PM on Wednesday, February 21. The risks of the satellite falling into populated areas is negligible but not non-existent. ERS-2 was the space agency’s second earth observation mission after ERS-1. It carried many payloads including a “Synthetic Aperture Radar” and a radar altimeter to study sea surface temperatures and winds. ERS-2 also had sensors for atmospheric ozone research. In the year 2001, after several of its on-board gyro systems failed, a group of engineers from ESA and other industries invented a new way to fly and control the satellite systems. After that, the on-board data storage system of the satellite failed in 2003. This meant that the mission had to be redesigned as “real-time,” meaning that it only relayed science data directly at the time of capturing it. These changes meant that the satellite could function well beyond its intended lifespan. After completing more than 82,000 orbits around the planet, the satellite’s mission ended on September 5, 2011. That is when they “passivated” the satellite, making sure that all its batteries and pressurised systems were emptied or made safe to avoid the chance of an explosion. But before ESA switched off all systems on board, they used the satellite’s remaining fuel for a series of manoeuvres that lowered its altitude from 785 kilometres to about 573 kilometres. That put the satellite on the path that finally sees it reentering the planet on Wednesday and ESA hasn’t been able to control it since then.
Launch Date of OnePlus Watch 2 in India
Prior to its eagerly anticipated launch at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, the OnePlus Watch 2 has been unveiled. According to the company, it will debut on February 26 at 8:30 p.m. IST (4:00 p.m. CET). Three years have passed since the 2021 launch of the OnePlus Watch, the smartwatch's predecessor. The consumer tech brand did disclose some information about its design and battery life, but not many important specifications. Unusual for OnePlus, a community post on the company's website disclosed the launch date and gave a sneak peek at a few of the Watch 2's features. A pre-reserve pass has been used to open early reservations, and a microsite for the smartwatch has also been developed. As of the writing of this article, all 1500 of the passes were sold out. The OnePlus Watch 2's sapphire crystal glass and stainless steel chassis were highlighted in the announcement post. There will be two color options: radiant steel and black steel. The smartwatch will have up to 100 hours of battery life in "full Smart Mode," according to the company. If accurate, this will surpass the battery life of the Apple Watch Series 9, which in our review we discovered to provide about 2.5 days when in low-power mode. Since the post mentioned recently released products like the foldable OnePlus Open, OnePlus Buds Pro 2, and OnePlus Tab, some attention was also paid to ecosystem building. But no mention of ecosystem features was made. Additionally, the term "meticulous health monitoring" surfaced, suggesting that there may be significant improvements to the health tracking system. Some more important details about the upcoming smartwatch have leaked according to earlier reports. The Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset and a 1.43-inch AMOLED display are possible features of the OnePlus Watch 2. Although Wear OS is anticipated to run on it, it is unknown if Wear OS 3 or Wear OS 4 will be used. To confirm that it might be available in India at the same time as its global launch, a landing page has also been created on Amazon mentioning the same launch date and time.
Launch Date of Realme 12+ 5G in India
The Realme 12+ 5G will go on sale in India the following month, the company said on Wednesday. The smartphone's back camera has also been made public by the company, which claims that it will be the first in its price range to launch in the nation with a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 sensor that features optical image stabilization (OIS). The Realme 12+ 5G's alleged retail boxes were leaked by a tipster earlier this week, and the company hinted at the release of a new phone.Meanwhile, tipster Ishan Agarwal released a picture of the alleged retail box of the Realme 12+ earlier this week via X (previously Twitter). According to the box, the smartphone will have an AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 120 Hz and be powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 7050 chip. Also, according to the leaked picture of the Realme 12+ 5G retail box, the phone will have a 5,000mAh battery that supports 67W wired charging. Additionally, it was disclosed that the smartphone will have a Sony LYT-600 sensor with OIS; the business has verified this information. The price of the smartphone is blurred on the part of the box where the sticker is located. Some of the Realme 12+ 5G's specifications have already leaked online, providing fans with a preview of what to anticipate from the upcoming phone. A 50-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 2-megapixel macro camera are reportedly part of the phone's triple camera setup. It is anticipated to include a 6.7-inch full-HD+ (1,080 x 2,400 pixels) AMOLED screen, up to 1TB of internal storage, and up to 16GB of RAM.
Date of India Launch for CMF Neckband Pro and CMF Buds
Next month will see the release of CMF Neckband Pro and CMF Buds, the newest audio offerings from Nothing's subsidiary brand. The forthcoming Nothing Phone 2a, which the UK startup headed by OnePlus Co-Founder Carl Pei is planning to launch in India and other international markets, will be unveiled alongside both of these devices. The manufacturer has begun to make available some of the details of the CMF Neckband Pro and CMF Buds truly wireless stereo (TWS) earphones ahead of their arrival. The CMF Neckband Pro and CMF Buds will launch in India on March 5 at 5 p.m., according to the company's website. On the same day, the Nothing Phone 2a is expected to launch in India. The same as the company's other products, these will be sold in the nation through Flipkart. The CMF Neckband Pro, which is anticipated to be the company's first neckband-style headset, will have five microphones for AI-assisted noise cancellation on calls. The company claims that the device can provide hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) up to 50dB. However, according to information released by the company, the CMF Buds will have a 12.4mm driver with bio fiber and unique TPU materials. This TWS headset supports ANC, just like the CMF Neckband Pro, though specifics about the feature have not yet been released. Additionally, the company has disclosed that the CMF Neckband Pro and CMF Buds will both be compatible with the Nothing X app and provide five bass levels through a slider as part of the company's Ultra Bass Technology 2.0. Only a portion of the CMF Neckband Pro and CMF Buds were shown off when the Nothing subbrand hinted at their release earlier this month. The audio products appeared to be in silver and white colorways in the teasers that the company released at the time. On the other hand, these products are only available in orange on the company's website. Before they make their debut on March 5, we should find out more about these devices, including their cost and features.
Zee Entertainment Seeks to Revive $10 Billion Merger With Sony: Report
India's Zee Entertainment is making a final attempt to restart discussions with Japan's Sony Group to revive their $10 billion (roughly Rs. 83,098 crore) merger deal which was scrapped on January 22, Indian business daily Economic Times reported on Tuesday, citing people aware of the matter.Representatives from both parties have been working to salvage the deal, with efforts to revive the merger gaining momentum over the past two weeks, the report added. However, there is a chance that the discussions might fail as significant differences remain unresolved and both sides are standing firm on their positions, it said.Sony terminated the merger with Zee due to certain unresolved "closing conditions" and leadership disputes, including disagreements over CEO Punit Goenka's involvement in regulatory issues. Zee is expected to notify Sony within the next 24-48 hours regarding its willingness to accept all terms and conditions and proceed with the merger, the newspaper said.If not, Sony is expected to withdraw its original merger application with the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) by the end of this week, as agreed upon when the merger was initially proposed. The Zee-Sony merger, in the works for two years, would have created an Indian television juggernaut with more than 90 channels across sports, entertainment and news that would have competed with the likes of Walt Disney, and billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries.
Sony Pictures Launches Add-On Streaming Channel on Amazon Prime Video in India
Prime Video has entered a distribution agreement with Sony Pictures Television (SPT), a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), to launch an add-on subscription on the streamer for viewers in India.Sony Pictures – Stream will offer SPE's movies and shows on Prime Video Channels and its subscribers for an add-on introductory annual subscription of Rs. 399. “We are delighted to launch Sony Pictures - Stream, a new Prime Video Channel curated specifically for our customers in India."Additionally, in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Columbia Pictures, a part of Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony Pictures – Stream spotlights the studio's history and incredible film legacy by offering customers an incredible array of films from the studio's beloved vault spanning the decades," Bhasin added. Sonika Bhasin, Vice President - South Asia, Sony Pictures Television, said with the partnership with Prime Video, Indian audiences can have access to content from SPE's extensive library of award-winning films and critically acclaimed television series. "The collaboration allows Sony Pictures Entertainment to make their vast and beloved library available in India at a single destination, reaching customers across the length and breadth of the country via Prime Video Channels,” said Vivek Srivastava, head - Prime Video Channels, India. Last year in December, it was reported that Amazon would start incorporating advertisements within Prime Video soon. Amazon Prime users in the US reportedly received communication from Amazon informing them that the standard Amazon Prime plan would show ads while streaming movies and TV shows. The company had initially announced the move in September last year and had stated that it would go into effect in early 2024.
Honor MagicBook Pro 16 Teased Officially, to Launch at MWC 2024 With AI-Powered Features
Honor MagicBook Pro 16 is set to be launched with refreshed hardware later this year. The Honor MagicBook Pro with a 16.1-inch display was initially unveiled in 2020 with different CPU options. With the 2024 refresh, the laptop is expected to come with upgraded specifications including more powerful processors. The company has teased the launch of the refreshed version of the Honor MagicBook Pro model during Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. The newer model is said to come with advanced AI-backed features. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Honor announced that a refreshed version of the Honor MagicBook Pro 16 with AI-powered features will be introduced at the MWC 2024 event that will be held from February 26 to February 29. The teaser reads, "Hey SAM & MAC, With Magic, one step connects all," taking digs at competing brands Samsung and Apple, claiming that the upcoming model is "smarter" than its market peers. It also teases the Magic-link feature that is claimed to connect smartphones, tablets and PCs to allow seamless display mirroring, file sharing, etc. The company did not reveal the design or any key elements of the Honor MagicBook Pro 16 but the hints at AI-backed advanced characteristics suggest that it may come with Intel Core Ultra CPUs. In December 2023, Intel announced the Core Ultra processors with inbuilt Neural Processing Units (NPUs) that are claimed to improve onboard AI functions. Ever since, many leading brands like Acer, Samsung, HP, Asus and more have refreshed several models with these newer CPUs. The 2020 model of Honor MagicBook Pro is available in several CPU variants - AMD Ryzen 5 4600H, AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, Intel Core i5-10210U, and Intel Core i7-10510U. It comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage. The laptop features a 16.1-inch full-HD (1,920x1,080 pixels) IPS display and ships with Windows 10 Home.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: Sparking a New AI Revolution
If you'd ask AI to come up with the best possible Android smartphone right now, chances are that it might suggest specifications similar to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. While AI has been powering a set of great features in smartphones all this while, it has now taken the driver's seat to help you stay more productive, communicate easily, and do things that previously needed expert know-how. The new Galaxy S24 Ultra makes the most of Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's on-device AI capabilities, and that's not just for AI-powered features alone. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a unique offering in the premium Android smartphone market right now. With a wallet-crashing starting price of Rs. 1,29,999, is it the best Android smartphone you can buy right now? How well do those generative AI features work? Let's find out! Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra prices in India start at Rs. 1,29,999 for the 12GB RAM, 256GB storage variant. That's about Rs. 5,000 higher than its predecessor, but Samsung is offering a bunch of exciting offers that can bring down the effective price. The 12GB RAM, 512GB storage variant is priced at Rs. 1,39,999, while the high-end 12GB RAM, 1TB storage variant is available for Rs. 1,59,999. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is available in Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, and Titanium Black. The company offers Titanium Blue, Titanium Green, and Titanium Orange colour options as online exclusives.In the box, you get a SIM ejector cable and a USB Type-C cable for charging. There's no charger in the box, so you'll need to use the one you already have, or you will have to buy a new one if you want faster charging.
Official Tease of the OnePlus Watch 2; Expected Release Date of February 26
The OnePlus Watch 2 is anticipated to release soon. The rumour mill has been spinning information about the smartwatch for the past few weeks. The OnePlus Watch, which made its debut in India in April 2021, is anticipated to be replaced. It is anticipated that the OnePlus Watch 2 will include improvements over the previous model. Prior leaks have alluded to the smart wearable's launch schedule, design renders, and essential features. The watch has now been formally teased by the company. With the caption "It's about time," OnePlus posted an image of a watch dial on X, implying the release of a new smartwatch, possibly the OnePlus Watch 2. Two buttons are visible on the right side of the circular body; one of them appears to be the home button, and the other one resembles a rotating crown that could also be functional. Along with sharing the teaser, the company asked people to guess what the product is in a OnePlus Community post, stating that only "wrong answers" are acceptable and that the "best wrong answer wins the right prize." This contest is open to all users from North America, Europe, and India and ends on February 26 at 5 p.m. IST.The assertion made by tipster Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) that the OnePlus Watch 2 will launch on February 26 lends credence to this theory. This confirms the tipster's earlier assertion that the smartwatch will be unveiled on February 26–29, 2024, during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona.A 1.43-inch AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipset, and WearOS 3 or WearOS 4 are anticipated to be included with the OnePlus Watch 2. Additionally, it has been observed on the website of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) indicating an impending launch in India.
Samsung Combines Bixby With Galaxy AI
During its January Galaxy Unpacked event, which also marked the debut of the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung unveiled Galaxy AI, a new suite of AI-powered features. The Galaxy S24 series brought many new features, including Call Assist, Interpreter mode, Transcript Assist, and more. Currently, the massive South Korean tech company has worldwide integrated the AI capabilities with its built-in virtual assistant Bixby, enabling users to operate some of the features with simple voice commands. "With Bixby, users can quickly bring up and activate Galaxy AI features hands-free, taking away the need to physically search through your device to find the feature of your choice," Samsung said in a statement released through its global newsroom. Notably, Google Assistant for Android devices now works with its AI-powered chatbot app, Gemini, and users can configure it to be their default assistant. Users will be able to activate the feature by speaking directly to their Galaxy S24 series smartphone following this integration. An example is also highlighted in the post. Saying "Hello Bixby, turn on Interpreter" allows users to speak with someone who doesn't speak the same language as them without having to search for the feature on the phone.Originally introduced on February 16 in the US, this feature is now being rolled out worldwide. Chinese, English (US, UK, and India), French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Spain), and Spanish (Latin America) languages will all be supported by the AI-integrated Bixby. It should be mentioned that not every feature will be able to be accessed via voice commands. Features like Photo Editing and Instant Slow-Mo will still need to be accessed manually by users.Originally introduced on February 16 in the US, this feature is now being rolled out worldwide. Chinese, English (US, UK, and India), French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Spain), and Spanish (Latin America) languages will all be supported by the AI-integrated Bixby. It should be mentioned that not every feature will be able to be accessed via voice commands. Features like Photo Editing and Instant Slow-Mo will still need to be accessed manually by users.
Date of Release for Samsung Galaxy F15 5G
Soon, the Samsung Galaxy F15 5G is anticipated to be released in India. According to reports, the phone will replace the Samsung Galaxy F14 5G, which made its debut in India in March 2023. The rumored phone is probably going to have a lot of improvements over the previous model. Online, design renderings of the smartphone had already appeared. It has also been observed on websites for certification and benchmarking. Leaked promotional photos now appear to reveal some of the phone's primary features, while a tipster has revealed some details about the cost and available colors. In a post on X, tipster Mukul Sharma (@stufflistings) revealed that the Samsung Galaxy F15 5G will be sold for less than Rs. 15,000 on Flipkart when it launches in India. The phone is seen in sea green, purple, and black color schemes in the pictures that have been circulated. The leak goes on to say that the model—which is supposedly the first in the segment to do so—may provide users with four generations of Android updates. The tipster went on to say that a 6,000mAh battery is probably going to power the device. Concurrently, a Smartprix article revealed leaked Samsung Galaxy F15 5G promotional photos. According to the report, the phone will be unveiled on February 22 at 12 p.m. Indian Standard Time. A MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage is anticipated to power it.The 6.5-inch 90Hz sAMOLED screen, 13-megapixel selfie camera, 50-megapixel triple rear camera unit with ultrawide and macro shooters, and 6,000mAh battery with support for 25W wired charging were also reportedly included in the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy F15 5G. According to the report, users of Samsung's Galaxy F15 5G will also receive five years of security updates and four years of Android updates.
A mid-range smartphone with ‘super’ display
After being away from the Indian market for three years, Honor came back in 2023 with a mid-range phone. Now, the company is launching its mid-tier Honor X9b.The Honor X9b comes at a time when the smartphone market is quite mature and fairly saturated. If you want to spend around Rs 25,000 on an Android phone, it is very unlikely that you will be stuck with a truly bad one unless you are intentionally deciding to make poor choices. With the X9b, Honor has seemingly decided to pin its hopes on what it is calling the “ultra-bounce anti-drop display,” which the company claims can withstand “1.2 times the impact of a drop, whatever that means. The truth of the matter is that I am not quite equipped to do the kind of specialised testing to see if those claims are true. Honor says that the X9b is the “first phone to get a five-star overall drop resistance certification from Switzerland’s SGS.”Certifications like this are meaningless unless they provide a benchmark to compare against. What I can say for the phone is that my clumsy self dropped it twice — once from my bed a foot or two above the ground and one from my table that is less than a metre above the ground. There was no damage.Also, my friend’s pet cockatiel Kiwi took a liking to perching on the phone when I held it up around him. Kiwi’s sharp claws scratch my shoulder when he sits on it, but it did nothing to the phone. Of course, I am not sure how much of that can be attributed to the applied screen protector and the free transparent case that comes with the phone. The massive 6.7-inch screen has a 2652×1200 (1.5k resolution), giving it a very high pixel density of 429 pixels per inch. The sides of the phone’s screen curve away from the user in a way that reminds me of the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. Maybe that is not what you remember that phone for. I am usually sceptical about phones that have a curved display because I am not sure how well they deal with palm rejection but that did not seem to be an issue here. That may be because the actual screen does not really curve as much as the glass’s design makes it appear.
Google Gemini App on Android, Gemini Toggle on iOS Rolling Out in India and Other Countries
Google has started rolling out its Gemini app on Android to users in India. While there's no dedicated app on iOS, iPhone owners will be able to see a toggle on the top of the Google app, allowing them to enable and utlise the features of the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot. The tech giant launched the Android app on February 8, but the rollout was limited to the US. Now, the app is being expanded to more than 150 countries and territories. According to Google's support page, the Gemini mobile app is now available in English, Korean, and Japanese languages and is being expanded to more than 150 countries and territories. The full list of countries is listed on Google's support page. The iPhone users don't have a dedicated app at the moment, but they can use Gemini's AI capabilities through the Google app, which now has a toggle button on the top-right that allows access to the chatbot. Gadgets 360 was able to confirm the availability of the Gemini toggle on the Google app on iOS 17.2.1. The Gemini app requires a smartphone with at least 4GB of RAM. It must also run Android 12 or newer versions of Google's operating system. Similarly, the Gemini toggle is available to iPhone users running iOS 16 and newer. As the AI service is only available in English, Japanese, and Korean, it will only be available on smartphones set to use these languages. Lastly, users should be signed in to a personal Google Account or a Workspace account where the administrator has enabled the feature. In case, you still cannot see the app or the toggle, it is worth noting that the global rollout started on Thursday and is expected to continue for a few more days. Jack Krawczyk, Senior Director of Product at Google, who is also handling Gemini, revealed in a post on X (formerly known as Twitter) that the Gemini app's restrictions on image uploading and image generation were being somewhat relaxed. However, he added, “We'll continue to work through responsibly aligning on refusals with both images and text.” More features and expansion to more regions are currently in progress, as per the Gemini head. Some users who added Gemini as the default assistant over Google Assistant in Android smartphones had complained that there was no clarity on which in-device features was the AI capable of performing. Krawczyk said in a post on Wednesday, “Working on making it more clear exactly which Assistant features are work in progress vs which are available now. (also working on narrowing that gap!)”
Nothing Phone 2a Price in India, Key Specifications Tipped Ahead of March 5 Launch
Nothing Phone 2a is confirmed to launch in India on March 5. As the moniker suggests, the upcoming smartphone is not a flagship model but it is claimed to be an upgrade over the company's first handset unveiled in July 2022, the Nothing Phone 1. The UK-based OEM has not yet revealed the design of the phone, nor has it teased any features that the upcoming model may get. Several leaks and reports, however, have already suggested key details about the Nothing Phone 2a. Leaked design renders of the phone have also surfaced online over the past few days. Now a tipster has suggested some important specifications and the likely price of the model in India. Tipster Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) claimed in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that the Nothing Phone 2a could be priced in India at Rs. 30,000. He added the phone may also see a limited release in the US, where it is likely to be priced at $400 (roughly Rs. 33,200).The tipster added that the upcoming Nothing Phone 2a is expected to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra SoC. The phone may also ship with Android 14-based NothingOS 2.5 and feature a 6.7-inch full-HD+ OLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. For optics, the Nothing Phone 2a may get a 50-megapixel primary sensor alongside a 50-megapixel ultra-wide shooter at the back and a 32-megapixel sensor at the front. The tipster added that the phone is likely to support 45W wired fast charging.Earlier leaks claimed that the Nothing Phone 2a may launch in Black and White colour options. It is also said to be offered in two configurations - 8GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB.
