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Author: Adarsh V.K

Adarsh V.K, Co-Founder and Editor at ReturnByte, writes about technology and consumer gadgets. He has been covering the technology beat for over seven years. Adarsh is also a web developer who contributes to ReturnByte front-end tech. You can follow him @_adarsh_vk on Instagram.
Enjoy up to 50 hours of wireless freedom with the Accentum Wireless headphones, now available for pre-order at a special price. (Sennheiser) Gadgets 

New Sennheiser Accentum wireless headphones with ANC now available in India! Explore specifications, cost and additional details

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Sennheiser, known for its high-quality audio products, has once again set a new standard with the launch of the Sennheiser Accentum Wireless headphones in India. The latest addition to the Accentum range, these wireless headphones offer outstanding sound quality and impressive battery life, meeting the demands of discerning customers. Learn more about the innovative Sennheiser Accentum wireless headphones. Vijay Sharma, General Manager, India Consumer Business, Sennheiser, expressed his excitement at the launch and stated, “The Accentum series epitomizes our commitment to Sennheiser’s premium sound quality at an incredible price. Following…

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WD's Khalid Wani explains the significant role that good storage hardware plays in one's gaming experience and discusses how the company's portfolio is shaping up in this exclusive interaction with News18. News 

WD’s Khalid Wani discusses the significant impact of storage on gameplay, with 51% of gamers blaming slow loading for bad gameplay.

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The gaming industry, both as a professional career and as a hobby, has grown strongly over the past decade. In the game industry, the popularity of content producers has grown considerably, and new AAA games have been born, which has turned previously fantastic concepts into concrete experiences. While these games continue to evolve technologically and expand, the demand for more powerful hardware has steadily increased, especially with the rise of competitive gaming. When building a PC, gamers often get overwhelmed with components like graphics cards and chipsets, while neglecting other…

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Nvidia's stock surge echoes cautionary tales from Tesla's rise and fall in the market, reminding investors of the risks of betting on technological transformations. (REUTERS) AI 

Nvidia takes over from Tesla as market shifts focus from electric vehicles to artificial intelligence

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The surge of Nvidia Corp. is capturing the attention of the stock market and propelling the S&P 500 Index to record levels. However, it also serves as a warning of the potential risks associated with investing in companies that experience rapid growth based on promises of technological innovation, only to later disappoint investors. The shares belong to Tesla Inc., which sparked its own mania in 2017 as investors bet on the world being taken over by electric vehicles. At the time, Elon Musk’s company was a phenomenon, blowing past established…

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According to a report, India could establish up to five semiconductor assembly, test, and packaging (ATP) facilities over the next five years, while attracting fabs producing legacy semiconductors at 28 nm or above News 

Industry Emphasizes Benefits of India’s Growing Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chain

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Last week, the government approved three major semiconductor projects with an estimated investment of Rs 1.26 crore in Gujarat and Assam. According to a report by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), the move comes as India is poised to expand its role in global semiconductor value chains. The report, titled “Assessing India’s Readiness to Play a Greater Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chains”, highlights India’s potential to significantly increase its presence in the semiconductor industry. The report urges India to seize the opportunity to strengthen its position in…

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According to a report, India could establish up to five semiconductor assembly, test, and packaging (ATP) facilities over the next five years, while attracting fabs producing legacy semiconductors at 28 nm or above News 

Industry Emphasizes Benefits of India’s Growing Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chain

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Last week, the government approved three major semiconductor projects with an estimated investment of Rs 1.26 crore in Gujarat and Assam. According to a report by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), the move comes as India is poised to expand its role in global semiconductor value chains. The report, titled “Assessing India’s Readiness to Play a Greater Role in Global Semiconductor Value Chains”, highlights India’s potential to significantly increase its presence in the semiconductor industry. The report urges India to seize the opportunity to strengthen its position in…

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Massive sunspot AR3590, after unleashing a powerful solar flare, triggers aurora excitement while stoking fears of potential solar storms. (Pixabay) News 

Alert issued for solar storm as sunspot AR3590 triggers excitement for auroras while concerns rise over geomagnetic storm.

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The massive Sunspot AR3590, which recently emitted a powerful solar flare towards Earth, is now diminishing as it moves to the opposite side of the Sun, causing excitement among scientists and skywatchers. Despite its fading activity, experts are cautioning about a possible return in two weeks, raising concerns about a potential geomagnetic storm. While a predicted Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) expected to affect Earth’s magnetic field on March 2nd has not occurred, NOAA forecasters suggest it may still be on its way, potentially impacting our planet on March 3rd. A…

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Nothing Phone 2a will be the latest device from the company and its first in the mid-range segment for buyers. News 

There is no confirmation that Phone 2a will be manufactured in India.

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There is no confirmation that its latest smartphone, Phone (2a) will be manufactured in India. With the move, the company said it aims to harness the country’s rich manufacturing ecosystem while investing in the local economy and creating job opportunities. “Designed for India, the Nothing Phone (2a) is designed to provide the optimal everyday smartphone experience, doubling down on core user needs and bringing together all of Nothing’s design innovations, expertise and craftsmanship,” Nothing said. “The (2a) phone leverages some of the most loved features of the (2) phone, ensuring…

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AI in Sports: Uncertain Frontier or Game-Changer? Experts Weigh In at MIT Conference (AP) News 

Artificial intelligence could surpass sports analytics in numbers

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The sports analytics community may find themselves in the minority when it comes to artificial intelligence. Those who revolutionized sports by eliminating the sacrifice bunt and emphasizing 3-point shooting in the NBA are uncertain about the impact of AI on the sports industry, both in management and on the playing field. “I have been involved in information technology for a long time. That’s the first thing we don’t understand,” Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey said Friday at the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics conference. “It’s confusing,” Morey said. “We’ve actually now…

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Unraveling Geomagnetic Storm Mysteries: Researchers Track Solar Eruption Behind Earth's Spectacular Light Show (DST) Space 

Indian astronomers tracked the most intense geomagnetic storm that brought auroras to Ladakh

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In April 2023, a strong geomagnetic storm lit up the skies with stunning auroras, reaching as far south as Ladakh in India. Typically, these auroras are only seen in the North Pole and northern regions, but this storm was so intense that it extended further south. Indian astronomers have now linked the origins of this storm to the Sun, utilizing data from various space telescopes operating in different wavelengths. Coronal mass ejections (CMEs), massive eruptions of ionized gas and magnetic fields from the Sun, are known to trigger geomagnetic storms…

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Oppo's new F-series phone has a premium design, a fast-charging battery and an AMOLED display. Here are the details News 

Newly Launched Oppo F25 Pro Phone Features AMOLED Display and 67W Charging: Price and Specifications in India

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The Oppo F25 Pro has been launched in India this week, and the new mid-range phone seems to be grabbing people’s attention with its slim design and premium finish. The phone has an AMOLED screen and doesn’t compromise on the battery front, which supports fast charging out of the box. You get this Oppo phone with Android 14 version and several operating system updates guaranteed by the company. Oppo F25 Pro Price in India The Oppo F25 Pro has been launched in India at a price of Rs 23,999, which…

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Former Intel India country head Avtar Saini killed in cycling accident: Speeding cab hits him in Navi Mumbai (HT_PRINT) News 

Former Intel India head Avtar Saini dies in car accident; contributed to development of Intel 386, 486, and Pentium chips

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According to police, Avtar Saini, the former country head of Intel India, was fatally struck by a speeding cab while cycling in the Navi Mumbai township of Maharashtra. The accident took place around 5.50 am on Wednesday when Saini (68) was riding a bicycle with other cyclists on Palm Beach Road in Neruli district, an official said. The cab collided with Saini’s bike from behind, after which the driver tried to flee the scene with the bicycle frame wedged under the front wheels of the cab, he said. Saini was…

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Gemini is expected to have a huge impact on the AI market since it is Google's most powerful AI model to date and drives a variety of applications and gadgets News 

Discussion on Musk’s ‘Negative Impact’ Comment Sparks Debate on Social Awareness

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The incident involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi saw India hurt and later Electronics and IT Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar condemned the incident as a violation of IT rules. This later led to calls for India to strengthen its regulatory framework to prevent such incidents. At the same time, many emphasized the need for a responsible approach to AI to mitigate human bias in algorithmic training, avoiding overt biases in the answers produced by the technology. Meanwhile, Gemini received significant attention on social media for their responses to inquiries about billionaire Elon…

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What does an AI processor bring to a Windows laptop and whether the features are worth paying a premium? We give you the answer. News 

The Asus ZenBook 14 OLED Laptop Demonstrates the Potential of AI-Enhanced Computing

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Asus is known for its high-end laptops, but the brand now wants to show its efforts in the AI arena, just like every other tech company is doing in 2024. Asus is taking help from Intel to launch the AI PC era and the ZenBook. The 14 OLED is one such model that will benefit from the upgrades on offer. The ZenBook lineup has generally performed well with its premium design, high-quality display, and performance retention. The company has added durability to the series since 2023, and now all this…

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A Samsung Semiconductor display on day two of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) at the Fira de Barcelona venue in Barcelona, Spain, on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. (Bloomberg) News 

India approves $15 billion investment in landmark chip plant, including Tata Group’s participation

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The Indian government has given the green light to investments totaling $15.2 billion in semiconductor fabrication plants, with plans for Tata Group to construct the nation’s inaugural large-scale chip manufacturing facility. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government approved Tata’s plan to build an $11 billion facility capable of producing about 50,000 wafers a month, Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told reporters in New Delhi on Thursday. The board also approved Tata’s separate proposal for an over $3 billion chip assembly plant and a packaging venture between Japan’s Renesas Electronics Corp. and Murugappa…

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Xiaomi is bringing the new Android 14-based HyperOS update to more than 25 devices in India and here's the full list of phones. News 

Full List of Xiaomi and Redmi Phones in India Receiving HyperOS Update

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Xiaomi announced the HyperOS rollout schedule for the global market earlier this week, and now the new software version has been released in India. We also know which devices will be updated to the Android 14 based skin, which includes Xiaomi, Redmi and Redmi Note phones for everyone’s delight. The company says that HyperOS will not only be a mobile-centric platform, but other products will also be added to the ecosystem, including a car. But for now, many current Xiaomi users are waiting to know when their devices will get…

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Here are the top 10 Indian-origin CEOs of global companies. (HT Tech) News 

Top 10 Indian-origin CEOs leading global companies, from S. Ramaswamy to Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella

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In recent years, multinational corporations have been selecting highly skilled executives from India to fill top leadership positions across various industries, including technology and healthcare. Snowflake, an American cloud computing company, has recently named Sridhar Ramaswamy as its new CEO. Take a look at the top 10 Indian-origin CEOs of global companies for inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs. Top 10 CEOs from India Sridhar Ramaswamy: S. Ramaswamy has been announced as the CEO of cloud computing company Snowflake. A native of Tamil Nadu, India, he completed his bachelor’s degree in computer…

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Nothing Phone 2a is expected to be an affordable device from the company and it will be eyeing a competitive segment for buyers. News 

Summary of Nothing Phone 2a Launch in India: Price, Features, and All the Details We Have

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Nothing Phone 2a updates are coming in plenty and fast in the last few days, since the release date is less than a week away. Nothing has launched the Phone 1 and Phone 2, but both the devices are aimed at the premium segment (Rs 35,000 and above), but the Phone 2a is looking for a more competitive space with plenty of options. The design of the Phone 2a was recently revealed in a teaser that confirmed some of the device’s features and also the chipset that will power the…

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Japan's Sony is cutting about 900 jobs at its PlayStation unit and shutting a studio in London, the company informed this week. News 

Sony PlayStation Unit to Lay Off 900 Employees and Close London Studio

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(Reuters) – Japan’s Sony will cut around 900 jobs at its PlayStation unit and close a studio in London, it said on Tuesday, as the video game industry tries to recover from a post-pandemic slump. The layoffs affect about eight percent of the division’s staff in regions from the Americas to Asia and come days after Sony cut annual sales expectations for its PlayStation 5 console. “We’ve come to the conclusion that tough decisions have become inevitable,” said Sony’s head of gaming, Jim Ryan, blaming it for changes in the…

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Xiaomi 14 Ultra has launched globally but most reports suggest the new flagship model from the brand is unlikely to come to India this year as well. News 

Xiaomi 14 Ultra Unlikely to be Released in India Due to This Reason

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The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has been launched in China and also revealed to the global market this week. But the new Ultra phone will again miss out on its trip to India, as highlighted by several reports. Xiaomi 14 will be launched in India, which the company has already confirmed. The brand has decided not to remove the Xiaomi 14 Pro from its home market. But the bigger question is about Xiaomi’s reluctance to launch the 14 Ultra in India, and the reasons are probably easy to guess. Xiaomi has…

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Some big-ticket launches are confirmed for next month, and here's a look at the brands that have lined up for new phones for India. News 

List of Top Smartphones Launching in India in March 2024: Xiaomi, Vivo, and Nothing

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Get ready for a busy March as major phone brands roll out their big launches to consumers. With Mobile World Congress 2024 (MWC 2024) underway, shoppers are closely following major developments and waiting for these launches to happen on our shores. If you’ve been waiting for some big-ticket phone launches to upgrade this year, March 2024 would be the perfect time to pull the trigger. Brands like Xiaomi, Nothing, Vivo and iQOO have already confirmed their plans for the country and what they plan to launch next month. Here’s a…

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