Mobile Phone

While there is a yawning gap in ownership, with 81.2 percent men owning a mobile compared with 56.9 percent women in rural areas, digital literacy has improved

Chinese woman wins Rs 1.2 lakh for not using phone for 8 hours in unique competition

Participants surrendered their mobile phones before the competition and were only allowed to use basic calling devices provided by the organisers in case of emergencies.

Women’s digital access has witnessed significant jump post pandemic: MC Analysis

The number of women with access to mobile phones with an active sim rose to 78.7 percent in 2022-23 from 56.7 percent during the pandemic period

India has become more digitally capable than before: MoSPI survey

The number of people using the internet also increased from 41.8 percent in 2020-21 to 59.8 percent. Among the youth aged 15-29, the usage was higher at 84.2 percent

AI phones from Google and Apple will erode trust in everything

When anyone can manipulate a photo in seconds, it’ll get harder to believe what we see and hear

Excl: MCA likely to strike off upto 400 Chinese companies over next 3 months

These companies are found to have incorporation related fraud or financial frauds. Some companies have an Indian director, but the bank account is operated from China.

Apple, Samsung help India drive mobile phones exports to Rs 1.2 trillion

Cumulative exports of mobile phones during the period 2014-24 reached a total estimate of Rs 3.22 lakh crore. Driven by this export growth, mobile phones have now become India’s fifth largest export as an individual commodity, ICEA said

Govt blocks 1.4 lakh mobile numbers linked to financial frauds

About 1.40 lakh mobile handsets either linked to disconnected mobile connections or misused in cyber-crime or financial frauds have been blocked, it said.

Do you feel lost without your phone? It could be 'nomophobia'

Nomophobia can lead to a heightened sense of unease, and even panic when people find themselves without their phones.

Schools need to ban cell phones

The sooner kids are separated from their devices, the better off they’ll be

'Make in India’ initiative drives mobile phone production past 2 billion units in India

Many companies are establishing manufacturing units within the country to produce both mobile phones and components

Take your eyes off your screen, warns engineer who invented mobile phone

In 2013, Martin Cooper, who invented the mobile phone, was awarded the Marconi Prize, which is named after radio inventor Guglielmo Marconi. It is considered the highest honour in the field of information science and communication.

Mobile Phone Exports: India bucks global trend but needs to offer more policy support

The PLI scheme, attractive though it may be, needs to be accompanied by creating an easier environment for foreign investment. Procedures and regulations continue to abound in this country, as well as unexpected taxation issues

All UK phones to get emergency alert system to warn of life-threatening events

A siren-like alert will be sent to mobile phone users across the UK next month to test a new public warning system over life-threatening events.

Mobile phone, PC shipments to fall again in 2023, Gartner says

Mobile phone shipments are projected to fall 4% to 1.34 billion units in 2023, down from 1.40 billion units in 2022, Gartner said. They totaled 1.43 billion in 2021.

Russia Blames Its Soldiers’ Cellphone Use for Deadly Strike

Russian soldiers’ use of open cellphone lines in Ukraine has been a known vulnerability for its military, often revealing forces’ positions. Intercepted calls have revealed the disarray and discontent in Russia’s ranks.

The Great Indian digital divide: A look unequal internet access in the country

India has been a leader in digitalisation over the last few years. The progress, however, has been unequal. A recent report reveals the palpable difference in digital access. Here's more

India sees mobile phone exports of up to $9 billion this fiscal year - minister

The exports will be of "classic and leading brands", including products of companies like Apple Inc made in India

Registration of IMEI number of all mobile phones must before sale in India from next year

According to a notification dated September 26, all mobile phones, whether made locally or imported, will need to be registered and get IMEI (International mobile equipment identity number) certificates from the Indian Counterfeited Device Restriction portal that is run by the Department of Telecommunications.

Saregama launches first ever keypad phone with pre-loaded songs

No internet will be required to play the pre-loaded songs and there will be no advertisement breaks to ensure a seamless musical experience.

'Father of the cellphone' Martin Cooper has a message for people glued to devices

American inventor Martin Cooper reveals how much screen time he allows himself each day.

Poor network, low speed plagues 92% of India mobile phone users

About 48% of 8,210 consumers surveyed by LocalCircles mentioned frequent disruptions to their mobile services due to poor network availability and 44% were disgruntled with low data speeds.

ICICI Lombard, Airtel Payments Bank partner to offer smartphone insurance

The mobile phone insurance market is poised for growth, expected to reach about $76.1 billion by 2030, with the Asia-Pacific region manifesting the fastest CAGR in this sector, per a report by Allied Market Research.

Take COVID-19 vaccine & get a chance to win a TV set, mobile phone

To increase the vaccination coverage the Imphal West district administration has decided to hold a mega vaccination cum bumper draw program with the slogan ''Get a shot, win a prize'' scheduled to be conducted at three centers in the district on October 24, October 31, and November 7, they said.

Income tax returns: Here's how you can file IT returns from your mobile phone

The mobile app facility will be rolled out on June 7, 2021, along with the new ITR e-filing portal.