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30 Sep 2021

SHARP

Sharp launches AQUOS zero6 and sense6 smartphones with OLED displays

Japanese tech giant Sharp has unveiled two new smartphones, the AQUOS zero6 and AQUOS sense6 in its home country.

30 Sep 2021

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S21 series gets digital car key support

Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for its Galaxy S21 series of smartphones in South Korea, Germany, Philippines, and India.

30 Sep 2021

Android

Google withdrawing support for this version of Android: Details here

We often take older versions of Android and similar operating systems for granted but they continue to support niche applications and even act as the spine of several modern home automation systems.

30 Sep 2021

OPPO

OPPO A55's key specifications confirmed via Amazon microsite

OPPO is preparing to announce its A55 smartphone in India on October 1. In the latest development, an Amazon microsite has teased the design and features of the handset.

29 Sep 2021

Amazon

Here's a roundup of Amazon's new products for kids

At Amazon's September 28 event, a slew of smart devices and a cute home robot called Astro were unveiled to the masses. The e-commerce company also showcased a new device called the Amazon Glow aimed at children, new "Hey Disney" Alexa skills in partnership with Disney, and a Disney-inspired Echo Show case made by OtterBox.

COVID-19 vaccine booster: Are they really required? Expert answers

With the emergence of new coronavirus variants and talk of waning immunity of COVID-19 vaccines, discussions have been on about whether booster doses are required for the general public.

29 Sep 2021

Lenovo

Lenovo updates the Xiaoxin Pro 14 laptop in China

Lenovo has introduced the 2021 iteration of its Xiaoxin Pro 14 laptop in the Chinese market. It comes with AMD Ryzen and Intel Core processor options and is priced starting at CNY 4,999 (roughly Rs. 57,300).

29 Sep 2021

Xiaomi

Xiaomi India launches 11 Lite NE 5G at Rs. 27,000

Xiaomi has launched its latest 5G smartphone, the 11 Lite NE 5G, in India.

29 Sep 2021

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G debuts in India at Rs. 21,000

Expanding its portfolio of 5G smartphones, tech giant Samsung has launched the Galaxy F42 5G handset in the Indian market. It carries a starting price-tag of Rs. 20,999.

29 Sep 2021

Amazon

Here's everything Amazon unveiled at its event

Last night, e-commerce major Amazon wrapped up its fall product launch event in style. The company announced new gadgets including a home robot named Astro, the company's first smart thermostat to rival Google Nest, and the wall-mountable Echo Show 15 smart speaker.

29 Sep 2021

Xiaomi

Xiaomi CIVI will not be launched in the global markets

Xiaomi's CIVI, which went official earlier this week, will remain a "Mainland China-only device," the tech giant has confirmed to Android Authority. This means that the handset will not debut in the global markets.

29 Sep 2021

Google

Google Pixel 6 series tipped to start at €548

Google is expected to launch its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones on October 19.

29 Sep 2021

Realme

Realme Q3s, with Snapdragon 778G chipset, to debut in October

Realme will launch a new budget-range smartphone, the Q3s, in October this year, the company's Vice-President for China has announced while confirming the handset's moniker.

29 Sep 2021

Facebook

WhatsApp multi-device could eventually support multiple mobile devices: Details here

After many years of waiting, WhatsApp's multi-device support finally made its way to users earlier this year. The feature allows users to link one WhatsApp account to one primary smartphone and up to four additional devices.

29 Sep 2021

Vivo Mobiles

Vivo V23e gets certified on Bluetooth SIG platform; launch imminent

Vivo seems to be working on a new V-series smartphone, the V23e, as a successor to the V21e model.

28 Sep 2021

Facebook

Facebook 'pauses' Instagram Kids development amid intense criticism

Facebook on Monday announced it had halted the development of Instagram Kids, a standalone Instagram version designed specifically for children aged 13 or younger.

28 Sep 2021

Flipkart

Nokia's PureBook S14 laptop and Smart TVs launched in India

Ahead of its Big Billion Days sale, Flipkart has launched a new Nokia PureBook S14 laptop in India along with a new Nokia Smart TV range.

28 Sep 2021

Apple

iPhone 13 Pro bags fourth position in DXOMARK's camera ranking

Apple's iPhone 13 Pro has bagged the fourth position in DXOMARK's global camera ranking with an overall score of 137.

28 Sep 2021

Xiaomi

Xiaomi's latest TWS 3 Pro earphones offer LDHC 4.0 support

Alongside the CIVI smartphone and Watch Color 2 smartwatch, Xiaomi has launched its TWS 3 Pro earphones in China.

28 Sep 2021

Realme

Realme sold 10,000 units of GT Neo2 in first sale

Realme GT Neo2, which went official in China last week, has attracted 10,000 customers during its first sale in the country yesterday.

28 Sep 2021

Apple AirPods

iPad mini 6 plagued by weird display issue: Details here

At its September 14 event, Apple announced the release of the iPad mini 6 alongside the iPhone 13 lineup and the Apple Watch Series 7.

28 Sep 2021

Redmi 9A

Redmi 9A Sport and 9i Sport go official in India

Xiaomi has introduced two new budget smartphones, the Redmi 9A Sport and 9i Sport, in India. They come with similar specifications as the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9i but offer new color options.

28 Sep 2021

HMD Global

Prior to launch, Nokia T20 tablet appears in official teaser

HMD Global is gearing up to host a product launch event on October 6, wherein it is expected to launch a new Nokia T20 tablet along with a few phones.

28 Sep 2021

Apple

Apple Maps 3D view finally rolls out on iOS 15

When iOS 15 was first unveiled at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference earlier this year, Apple Maps was touted to get its biggest-ever update in the form of 3D view for major metropolitan cities around the world.

28 Sep 2021

Poco

POCO C31 will debut on September 30; features revealed

POCO is all prepared to launch the C31 smartphone in India on September 30. In the run-up to the launch event, the company has created a microsite for the handset, revealing its design and key features.

28 Sep 2021

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M52 5G launched in India at Rs. 27,000

Samsung has launched its latest M-series smartphone, the Galaxy M52 5G, in India.

28 Sep 2021

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (2021) specifications and renders leaked

Samsung is likely to announce a new tablet, the Galaxy Tab A8 (2021), in October.

28 Sep 2021

Samsung

Ahead of launch, Samsung Galaxy F42 5G's prices leaked

Samsung is all geared up to launch the Galaxy F42 5G smartphone in India tomorrow. In the latest development, 91mobiles has leaked the prices of the handset, claiming that it will start at Rs. 20,999.

28 Sep 2021

Samsung

Samsung's S21 FE reportedly canceled due to Flip3's higher sales

Samsung was expected to launch the Galaxy S21 FE in October. However, according to DDaily, the company has canceled the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event for the S21 FE.

28 Sep 2021

Cryptocurrency

This company just purchased an entire power-plant for cryptocurrency mining

Digital cryptocurrency mining is proving to be just as toxic for mother nature as mining of natural resources is. Worryingly, several entities don't see the bigger picture and continue to mine relentlessly, converting our ecology into virtual resources with limited applicability.

28 Sep 2021

Honor

HONOR Pad V7, with 90Hz display and 5G support, launched

HONOR has launched the Pad V7 tablet in China. It joins the existing Pad V7 Pro model.

27 Sep 2021

Xiaomi

Xiaomi Watch Color 2, with an AMOLED display, goes official

Xiaomi has launched its latest smartwatch, the Watch Color 2, in China. It succeeds the Watch Color model which was announced last year.

27 Sep 2021

Google

Here's the story behind Google Doodles commemorating Google's birthday today

The world's most used search engine by a landslide margin, Google, is celebrating its 23rd birthday today. The company has even designed a commemorative Google Doodle for the occasion.

27 Sep 2021

OPPO

OPPO F19s goes official; Reno6 Pro Diwali Edition tags along

At the "#ASKOPPO Festive Launch Show" in India, OPPO has introduced its latest F-series smartphone, the F19s, alongside the Reno6 Pro Diwali Edition and Enco Buds Blue TWS earphones.

27 Sep 2021

Apple

You can NOT unlock your iPhone 13 with your Watch

A few days ago when the iPhone 13 pre-orders began reaching customers, users began to complain that they were not able to use the "Unlock with Apple Watch" feature on their new smartphones running iOS 15.

27 Sep 2021

Xiaomi

Xiaomi CIVI, with Snapdragon 778G processor and 120Hz display, launched

Xiaomi has launched a new mid-range smartphone, the CIVI, in China today.

27 Sep 2021

iQOO

iQOO Z5 5G launched in India at Rs. 24,000

After China, iQOO has launched its latest Z-series smartphone, the Z5 5G, in India.

27 Sep 2021

Honor

HONOR MagicBook V 14, with a 90Hz display, goes official

As an addition to its MagicBook series of laptops, HONOR has launched the V 14 model in China.

27 Sep 2021

Xiaomi

Xiaomi Civi's prices leaked; will start at Rs. 32,000

Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Civi smartphone in China on September 27.

27 Sep 2021

Vivo

Vivo X70 Pro and X70 Pro+ prices in India tipped

Vivo is gearing up to launch its latest flagship X70 series of smartphones in India on September 30.