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The Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra unveiled in India

TECHNOLOGY

The Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra unveiled in India

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra (16GB/512GB) costs Rs 99,999 while the Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512 GB) variant will be available at a Net Effective Price of Rs 59,999.

Infinix Smart 8 Plus goes on sale

TECHNOLOGY

Infinix Smart 8 Plus goes on sale

The Infinix Smart 8 Plus is all set to shake up the budget segment with its 50MP cam and 90Hz display.

Google Pixel 8a set for a price increase?

TECHNOLOGY

Google Pixel 8a set for a price increase?

New leaks suggest that Google Pixel 8a will get a bumped-up storage and is set for a price revision.

Vivo V30 First Impressions review: 5 cool features you must check out

TECHNOLOGY

Vivo V30 First Impressions review: 5 cool features you must check out

The Vivo V30 is a solid proposition at its asking price in the sub Rs 40,000 segment and stands out with its design language and camera performance.

CMF Buds from Nothing go on sale at Rs 2,299

TECHNOLOGY

CMF Buds from Nothing go on sale at Rs 2,299

The CMF Buds stand out with their cutting edge design and a raft of features that deliver bang for your buck and are available for an introductory price of Rs 2,299.

POCO M6 5G goes on sale from March 10, 2024

TECHNOLOGY

POCO M6 5G goes on sale from March 10, 2024

The phone has crossed the 4,28,000 mark in its AnTuTu benchmark scores.

Indicators suggest Nifty likely to post fifth consecutive weekly gains next week

BUSINESS

Indicators suggest Nifty likely to post fifth consecutive weekly gains next week

The option activity at the 22,500 strike will set the tone for future movement in Nifty in the coming week.

Theobroma stake sale: ICICI Venture, promoters appoint Arpwood Capital; eye valuation of Rs 3,500 crore

BUSINESS

Theobroma stake sale: ICICI Venture, promoters appoint Arpwood Capital; eye valuation of Rs 3,500 crore

Theobroma was founded in 2004, when the first pastry store opened its doors in Colaba, Mumbai. Today, the firm is a popular pan-India patisserie and cafe chain

IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal looks to raise about $450 mn via block deal

BUSINESS

IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal looks to raise about $450 mn via block deal

The floor price for the block deal is set at Rs 2,925 per share, which is about 5.8 percent discount to closing price.

Rajiv Jain’s GQG Partners ups the ante in India with bets on Bharti Airtel, Lodha

BUSINESS

Rajiv Jain’s GQG Partners ups the ante in India with bets on Bharti Airtel, Lodha

The investment firm manages more than $127 billion in assets globally.

Apax Partners-promoted Healthium Medtech on sale: EQT, KKR, Bain Cap, Advent likely bidders

BUSINESS

Apax Partners-promoted Healthium Medtech on sale: EQT, KKR, Bain Cap, Advent likely bidders

In 2018, British private equity firm Apax Partners acquired Bengaluru based Healthium Medtech (earlier known as Sutures India Pvt Ltd) from investors including TPG Growth and CX Partners

Nothing Phone 2a global launch in India, Android 14 phone has Nothing OS 2.5 & glyph interface

TECHNOLOGY

Nothing Phone 2a global launch in India, Android 14 phone has Nothing OS 2.5 & glyph interface

Nothing Phone 2a India launch price: Nothing Phone 2a costs Rs 23,999 for the 8GB/128 version, Rs 25,999 for the 8GB/256GB option, while the top-of-the-line version (12GB/256GB) costs Rs 27,999.

BenQ X300G Smart-LED projector for gamers, streaming: India launch, price, features

TECHNOLOGY

BenQ X300G Smart-LED projector for gamers, streaming: India launch, price, features

BenQ is making a play for serious gamers with its newest Smart-LED projector, the X300G. One of the highlights of this projector is its low input lag, coupled with 4K HDR visuals and a portable design that makes it easy to move the gaming action around.

Boult AI-powered TWS Bluetooth earbuds: Boult Z40 Ultra launches in India

TECHNOLOGY

Boult AI-powered TWS Bluetooth earbuds: Boult Z40 Ultra launches in India

TWS Bluetooth earbuds under Rs 2,000 | Boult claims that the Boult Z40 Ultra earbuds have AI technology such as the company’s Sonic Core Dynamics intelligent voice processing for efficient power usage and superior noise cancellation, and Prism Voice PLC for lag-free conversations, immersive gaming communication, and enhanced call quality.

Exclusive: M&M promoter entity looking to sell stake worth $215 mn via block deal

BUSINESS

Exclusive: M&M promoter entity looking to sell stake worth $215 mn via block deal

"The block deal has been launched, and the offer price range is Rs 1911.5 per share to Rs 1970.65," said one of the people cited above, requesting anonymity.

EY Financial Services spearhead and veteran dealmaker Abizer Diwanji steps down

BUSINESS

EY Financial Services spearhead and veteran dealmaker Abizer Diwanji steps down

Diwanji has 26 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to EY, he spent nearly 15 years at rival Big 4 firm KPMG, where he started the restructuring practice in India

Apple 13-inch, 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip: AI capabilities, support for 1 billion colours

TRENDS

Apple 13-inch, 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip: AI capabilities, support for 1 billion colours

Apple MacBook Air with M3 chip India price: The 13-inch MacBook Air with M3 starts at INR 1,14,900 and the 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 starts at INR 1,34,900.

iQOO Z9 to launch on March 12: Features, tentative India price leaked

TECHNOLOGY

iQOO Z9 to launch on March 12: Features, tentative India price leaked

iQOO Z9: Set to launch on March 12, the smartphone will likely land in the Rs 20K - 25K price range and boast a 50MP Sony IMX882 camera with OIS capability for blur free photos.

Apple MacBook Air M2 price drop: MacBook Air M2 is now Rs 20,000 cheaper. Should you buy it?

TECHNOLOGY

Apple MacBook Air M2 price drop: MacBook Air M2 is now Rs 20,000 cheaper. Should you buy it?

MacBook Air M2 price, features, teachers and students discount, and everything you need to know about Apple's 2022 launch MacBook Air M2, including reasons to buy it in 2024.

Realme 12+ expected to debut on March 6

TECHNOLOGY

Realme 12+ expected to debut on March 6

In a feature that seems inspired by the ‘Action’ button of the Apple Watch Ultra and the iPhone 15 Pro devices, the power button of Realme 12+ is likely to be versatile in its functionality.

Vivo V30 series set for March 7 launch; specs leaked

TECHNOLOGY

Vivo V30 series set for March 7 launch; specs leaked

Both Vivo V30 and Vivo V30 Pro devices are likely to be powered by Vivo’s custom Funtouch OS 14 that is built on Android 14.

New iPads are coming and they could be here in March

TECHNOLOGY

New iPads are coming and they could be here in March

Traditionally, Apple has always launched the iPad Air in one size. That’s all set to change.

Exclusive: Macrotech Developers launches QIP to raise around $400 mn

BUSINESS

Exclusive: Macrotech Developers launches QIP to raise around $400 mn

The QIP has been launched and the proceeds will be used for acquisition of land and for debt repayment, sources told Moneycontrol

Gadgets round-up March 3: Google Pixel 8 update, OnePlus Watch 2 review, Redmi A3 features

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Gadgets round-up March 3: Google Pixel 8 update, OnePlus Watch 2 review, Redmi A3 features

Best of gadgets: Winner of the MWC smartphone award; One Plus Watch 2 price and features; Redmi A3 budget smartphone launch, price and features.

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