Moneycontrol PRO
HomeAuthorSandip chakraborty News

Sandip Chakraborty

Tech Contributor

iPhone 17 Slim reportedly in development, could feature a new display technology: All the details

TECHNOLOGY

iPhone 17 Slim reportedly in development, could feature a new display technology: All the details

Xiaomi 15 Pro design, colours leaked ahead of October 23 launch: Here’s what we know so far

TECHNOLOGY

Xiaomi 15 Pro design, colours leaked ahead of October 23 launch: Here’s what we know so far

Xiaomi 15 Pro is scheduled to launch in China later this month and is expected to be powered by the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC. Ahead of its launch, the leaked renders have revealed the phone’s design and colour options.

Vivo X200 Pro, X200 Pro Mini design, camera details, price leaked: All the details

TECHNOLOGY

Vivo X200 Pro, X200 Pro Mini design, camera details, price leaked: All the details

After various leaks and rumours, Vivo vice president Jia Jingdong has revealed the design of the Vivo X200 series, which is confirmed to come with ZEISS optics cameras and MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC.

India’s smartwatch market sees a 32% drop YoY; Noise reclaims top position

TECHNOLOGY

India’s smartwatch market sees a 32% drop YoY; Noise reclaims top position

According to the latest report by Counterpoint Research, the smartwatch market in India declined by 32% YoY in the second quarter of 2024 due to persisting inventory issues and changing consumer behaviour.

Google extends the duration of YouTube Shorts to 3 minutes

TECHNOLOGY

Google extends the duration of YouTube Shorts to 3 minutes

YouTube has now extended Shorts videos from one minute to three minutes, offering creators more flexibility while uploading videos. It also helps in connecting with their audiences in deeper ways.

Oura Ring 4 with 8-day battery life and multiple health tracking features launched

TECHNOLOGY

Oura Ring 4 with 8-day battery life and multiple health tracking features launched

The Oura Ring 4 offers a new design, better app support, and improved sensing features, fixing some of the biggest issues users faced with the last model. It has a starting price of $349.

Apple likely to announce MacBook Pro M4, iPad mini 7 and more next month: Here's all that we know so far

TECHNOLOGY

Apple likely to announce MacBook Pro M4, iPad mini 7 and more next month: Here's all that we know so far

Apple’s upcoming MacBook Pro laptops and desktops with the new M4 Mac SoC are expected to debut soon. We can also expect the iPad Mini 7 to launch alongside these devices, with sales from November 1.

Apple Intelligence roll out: This is when AI features may come to iPhones

TECHNOLOGY

Apple Intelligence roll out: This is when AI features may come to iPhones

Apple is set to release the much-awaited iOS 18.1 update with Apple Intelligence suite on October 28 to iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and all the iPhone 16 series smartphones.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leaked dummy hints at a newer design and thinner body: All the details

TECHNOLOGY

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leaked dummy hints at a newer design and thinner body: All the details

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to go official in early 2025 and fresh dummy units have surfaced online showcasing its design with a thinner body and more rounded edges.

Lava Agni 3 with dual displays, MediaTek Dimensity 7300X SoC launched in India: Price, specs, and more

TECHNOLOGY

Lava Agni 3 with dual displays, MediaTek Dimensity 7300X SoC launched in India: Price, specs, and more

The Lava Agni 3 is the latest 5G smartphone from the Indian brand and has a 50MP triple camera setup at the back. It has a 1.74-inch AMOLED secondary display and a customisable ‘Action’ button.

Samsung One UI 7 based on Android 15 delayed, this is when it will rollout

TECHNOLOGY

Samsung One UI 7 based on Android 15 delayed, this is when it will rollout

During its annual developer conference, Samsung confirmed that One UI 7 beta will be available to developers by the end of 2024, with a stable release to all eligible devices with the launch of the Galaxy S25 series next year.

Samsung Galaxy A56 spotted on Geekbench with new Exynos 1580 SoC and Android 15 operating system

TECHNOLOGY

Samsung Galaxy A56 spotted on Geekbench with new Exynos 1580 SoC and Android 15 operating system

The Galaxy A56 will be the upcoming midrange smartphone from Samsung. It will be the successor of the Samsung Galaxy A55 and could boot One UI 7 out of the box.

Google brings live locations sharing feature to Android, here’s how it works and what it means for users

TECHNOLOGY

Google brings live locations sharing feature to Android, here’s how it works and what it means for users

Google is integrating a new live location-sharing feature by default on Android devices that allows users to share their live location directly from system settings. This feature aims to simplify how users share their live locations without any external app.

Xiaomi India introduces Sign Language support for better customer accessibility: All the details

TECHNOLOGY

Xiaomi India introduces Sign Language support for better customer accessibility: All the details

The new Sign Language support from Xiaomi aims to bridge the communication gap for hearing and speech-impaired users with the help of a seamless and inclusive customer experience.

Microsoft Office 2024 is now available for Windows and Mac users with one-time subscription: All you need to know

TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Office 2024 is now available for Windows and Mac users with one-time subscription: All you need to know

The Microsoft Office 2024 is now released for small businesses and consumers. It is currently an alternative to the subscription-based Microsoft 365 service and has a one-time starting fee of $149.99.

Gmail gets updated 'Summary card' with support for package tracking, new email actions and more

TECHNOLOGY

Gmail gets updated 'Summary card' with support for package tracking, new email actions and more

Google has revamped Gmail and its usage by simplifying the user experience. The Summary Cards tab now gets new categories and actionable buttons for users to track purchases, events, bills, and travel.

iQoo beats Google and Samsung to Android 15 update; confirms FunTouch 15 update for iQoo 12

TECHNOLOGY

iQoo beats Google and Samsung to Android 15 update; confirms FunTouch 15 update for iQoo 12

iQoo has confirmed that it will start rolling out Android 15 update for iQoo 12.

Vivo X200 launch: This is when the company will launch its most advanced camera phone

TECHNOLOGY

Vivo X200 launch: This is when the company will launch its most advanced camera phone

Vivo X200, X200 Pro, and X200 Mini are expected to come with flagship hardware with Zeiss-powered cameras. The X200 series is set to debut in China on October 14, with a global release likely to follow soon.

Apple may launch M4-powered MacBooks, new iPad mini, and more later this month

TECHNOLOGY

Apple may launch M4-powered MacBooks, new iPad mini, and more later this month

After is gearing up to host its next big hardware event this month which could introduce the latest M4 silicon SoC on the MacBook Pro lineup and Mac Mini. The 2024 iPad Minis could also sport a new chipset.

Apple’s next HomePod with iPad-like display and homeOS expected to arrive in 2025: All the details

TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s next HomePod with iPad-like display and homeOS expected to arrive in 2025: All the details

Apple is reportedly developing the next-generation HomePod with a robotic arm, which combines HomePod and Apple TV features. Moreover, the device will be powered by the new Apple Intelligence features.

Meta updates RayBan smart glasses with new AI features and translation 

TECHNOLOGY

Meta updates RayBan smart glasses with new AI features and translation 

Meta has announced a new collaboration with accessibility service provider Be My Eyes to provide free human and AI support for RayBan smart glasses users. These features include real-time conversations with Meta AI.

OnePlus 13 with 6.82-inch curved screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC tipped to launch in October

TECHNOLOGY

OnePlus 13 with 6.82-inch curved screen, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC tipped to launch in October

The OnePlus 13 is scheduled to launch in China soon and is expected to have powerful specs like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip, a 50MP triple-camera system, and a 6,000mAh battery with fast charging.

Amazon Great Indian Festival sale sees over 2 lakh customers buy their first smartphone, Apple and Samsung, the most trusted brands

TECHNOLOGY

Amazon Great Indian Festival sale sees over 2 lakh customers buy their first smartphone, Apple and Samsung, the most trusted brands

The Amazon Great Indian Festival 2024, which began on September 27, and a day earlier for Prime customers, saw a record number of sales with over 11 crore customer visits in the first 48 hours alone.

Apple removes multiple VPN apps from the App Store in Russia, here’s why

TECHNOLOGY

Apple removes multiple VPN apps from the App Store in Russia, here’s why

Apple has pulled the plug on more than 60 VPN apps in Russia, complying with orders from the communication regulator. This brings the total to nearly 100 VPN apps removed in 2024 in the country.

Advisory Alert: It has come to our attention that certain individuals are representing themselves as affiliates of Moneycontrol and soliciting funds on the false promise of assured returns on their investments. We wish to reiterate that Moneycontrol does not solicit funds from investors and neither does it promise any assured returns. In case you are approached by anyone making such claims, please write to us at grievanceofficer@nw18.com or call on 02268882347