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Sanjay Patil is a ReturnByte journalist who writes about technology. Follow him on Twitter at @sanjaypatil
The Centre is hopeful of a major change in India's IT hardware landscape, similar to what is being seen in the smartphone sector. Apple Inc is absent from the list but the government is hopeful of the tech giant’s participation in the near future News 

32 Companies Selected to Apply for Government’s PLI Scheme for IT Hardware Manufacturing, Including Foxconn, Dell, and Lenovo: Vaishnaw

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As of August 30, the state government has received 32 applications, including big names like Foxconn, HP, Dell and Lenovo, to participate in the Production Linked Incentive Scheme 2.0 for IT Hardware by August 30. The ambitious scheme has attracted a lot of interest, IT Minister Ashwini said. Vaishnav. Major global companies such as Foxconn, HP, Dell, Lenovo, Thompson, Acer and Asus have submitted applications to participate in the scheme. These industry giants are poised to play a major role in revamping India’s IT hardware landscape, and the Center is…

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The Oppo Find N3 Flip comes with a price tag of CNY 6,799 (approximately Rs 77,000) for the 12GB + 256GB variant. News 

Oppo Unveils Find N3 Flip Smartphone With Triple Rear Cameras

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Smartphone brand Oppo has launched a new clamshell-sized foldable smartphone – the Find N3 Flip in China. The successor to the Oppo Find N2 Flip features triple rear cameras, a MediaTek Dimensity 9200 SoC, a 6.80-inch AMOLED internal display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 3.26-inch cover display. The Oppo Find N3 Flip competes directly with Samsung’s recently launched flip phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 5. Oppo Find N3 Flip Price, colors and availability The Oppo Find N3 Flip is priced at CNY 6,799 (approx. Rs. 77,000) for the…

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The gathering, which was reported earlier Monday by Axios, is intended as the first of Schumer’s AI Insight Forums, and part of his strategy to give Congress more influence over the future of AI as it takes on a growing role in the professional and personal lives of Americans. (AFP) AI 

Schumer to Host Forum on Artificial Intelligence with Musk and Zuckerberg

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Senator Chuck Schumer intends to convene a meeting with prominent figures from the technology industry, such as Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, to delve into the potential consequences of artificial intelligence. Notably, there have been discussions between Musk and Zuckerberg regarding the possibility of settling their rivalry through a physical confrontation. Others attending the closed-door meeting on Sept. 13 include Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet Inc.’s Google; Microsoft Corp. CEO Satya Nadella; Nvidia Corp. founder Jensen Huang and former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, according to Schumer’s office. The meeting, which…

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The company said it's staffing up teams focused on safety and elections. News 

X Unleashes Political Ads

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After initially relaxing its rules in January, X, the company formerly known as Twitter, has now completely lifted its longstanding ban on political advertising. In an update, X announced that it will once again allow political advertisers from all backgrounds. “Based on our commitment to freedom of speech, we also allow political advertising,” the company wrote. It added that it “applies specific policies to paid promoted political messages,” including rules prohibiting “promotion of false or misleading content” as well as content “intended to undermine public confidence in elections.” X also…

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Plus, the teams behind FAR and Untitled Goose Game are cooking up new projects. Gaming 

Panic’s Debut Games Showcase Features Five Uniquely Strange Titles

Sanjay Patil

Panic is a peculiar company that underwent a transformation from being an app developer in the late 1990s to becoming a video game publisher in 2016. Their games Firewatch and Untitled Goose Game achieved unexpected success, bringing significant triumph to both the developers and Panic. Surprisingly, in 2022, Panic introduced the Playdate, a small yellow gaming console featuring a side crank and a monochromatic screen. The Playdate quickly gained popularity and continues to receive updates for its game library. It’s the middle of 2023, and Panic has just announced a…

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Using the charging case, you can expect up to 30 hours playtime with ANC enabled and up to 43 hours without. News 

Marshall Launches Motif II ANC Earbuds with Extended Battery Life

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Marshall has announced the availability of its latest active noise canceling earbuds, the Motif II ANC, for pre-order today. This marks the first release of a headphone or speaker product by Marshall Group, a newly formed collaboration between Marshall Amplification and Zounds. The Motif II ANC offers significant improvements over its predecessor, including enhanced battery life and fast charging capabilities. Interested customers can pre-order the earbuds for $199 on Marshall’s website, with shipping scheduled for September 12th. Many features remain the same as before, so existing Motif users can do…

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Nothing sub-brand is expected to focus on markets like India with its CMF by Nothing budget devices like the smartwatch. Gadgets 

Nothing Sub-Brand Could Unveil Smartwatch and TWS Earbuds on September 26

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CMF By Nothing may launch its budget range of smartwatches, wireless headphones and phone chargers next month. The new Nothing brand will likely focus on the budget market, allowing the company to spread its wings and attract more consumers. There have been some interesting leaks of CMF by Nothing merchandise this week, hinting at a different approach compared to the original Nothing line-up. The devices will likely have a transparent design, instead CMF by Nothing could focus on bright colors that pop and also bring them to market at an…

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. Beyond 'Shopping Saver,' Yahoo Mail's AI beta experience offers an expanded suite of tools supported by Google Cloud's advanced AI technology. (Reuters) AI 

Discover How Yahoo Mail’s AI-Powered Shopping Tool Can Help You Save Money

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Can you recall the nostalgic times when you first registered for your initial Yahoo email? It has been over twenty years since Google and Microsoft took over the email industry. Prior to that, Yahoo was a popular choice for countless users’ everyday communication needs. So, why is this significant? Yahoo Mail is receiving a noteworthy enhancement that could enhance its attractiveness to consumers, and it involves the integration of an AI feature. Let’s delve into the details. According to a recent report shared by Business Wire, Yahoo has announced new…

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Asus ZenFone series is the only brand that now offers compact smartphones in the market, and the company says it will continue the lineup in the future. News 

Asus Reaffirms Commitment to ZenFone Series

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The Asus ZenFone series is not going anywhere, and the company is committed to making more phones in the ZenFone range in the future. Asus has officially confirmed this news after rumors hinted that the Taiwanese brand plans to stop production of the ZenFone range and instead only market the ROG Phone models. Here’s what Asus has said in an official statement here: “We want to address the rumor that the ASUS Zenfone 10 is the last generation of the series and the ASUS Zenfone product line will be discontinued.…

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Samsung started accepting pre-booking for the new smartphones on July 27. News 

Should You Get a Samsung Flip or Fold? The Latest Foldable Phones Are Now Available for Purchase

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Get ready to show off your best self as the highly anticipated new models of Samsung’s foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5, have officially hit the market on August 18! Additionally, you can now purchase the latest versions of the Samsung Watch and the Galaxy Tab S9. These brand new foldable devices from Samsung have already captured the imagination of many smartphone lovers as they are packed with features that will help awaken your creative and productive side. The overwhelming response to the pre-bookings of both…

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Surface Touch typing relies on hand motion captured through hand-tracking technology. (AFP) News 

What are the Benefits of Meta’s Surface Touch Typing Technology that Mark Zuckerberg Praised?

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Can you believe that you can now type on any flat surface just by touching it? It’s true! Researchers are working on developing surface touch type technology, and Meta has recently achieved a significant breakthrough in this field. In a report by The Verge, Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, revealed an impressive typing speed of 100 words per minute (WPM) while wearing a virtual reality (VR) headset. Even more remarkable is Meta’s claim that it can turn “any flat surface” into a virtual keyboard capable of speeds of up to…

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It costs $250 and will start shipping on September 5th. Gaming 

Analogue Pocket to Shine Brightly in September with its Glow-in-the-Dark Feature

Sanjay Patil

When we reviewed the Analogue Pocket, we believed it was the ultimate way to experience the nostalgic era of handheld gaming. However, we are confident that our younger selves would be even more thrilled with the upcoming special edition version. The company is introducing a glow-in-the-dark handheld device called Pocket Glow, which will have a very limited availability of only $250 per unit. Sales will commence on September 1st at 8AM PDT/11AM EDT, and the product will be in stock and ready for shipping on September 5th. The console uses…

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Reliance AGM 2023: Jio unveils enticing 5G plans, marking a major shift in the telecom industry. (Bloomberg) News 

Reliance Jio Announces Launch of 5G Services at 2023 AGM

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During the 46th Reliance AGM event, Chairman Mukesh Ambani shared some thrilling news about Jio’s 5G services, suggesting that they will be accessible to customers by December. Furthermore, Jio AirFiber, a wireless internet service, is set to be introduced on September 19. Here are the main points to take away. Reliance Jio started rolling out the 5G network in October last year and promised nationwide coverage by December 2023. Ambani proudly stated that Jio has already covered 96 percent of the census towns with 5G and will continue on its…

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Know all about Reddit Keyword Research Tool. (Bloomberg) News 

Reddit Tool Helps Build Powerful Database and Craft Precise Content

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Creating a robust and efficient keyword database can be a time-consuming and costly endeavor. However, for bloggers, online content creators, and website owners, it is essential for organic growth. If you are unable to invest significant time or money into building a database, there are alternative methods available. While Google Trends is a popular choice, it lacks a comprehensive understanding of grassroots-level topics and their context. Similarly, the X trending section (formerly Twitter) provides limited insight into niche keywords. So, what is the solution? We have discovered that the Reddit…

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Speaking at the company's annual general meeting, Ambani also said that Reliance has been the forerunner of emerging new India. (Jio) News 

Mukesh Ambani Announces JioAirFiber Launch on Ganesh Chaturthi at RIL AGM

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Reliance Industries’ chairman and managing director, Mukesh Ambani, revealed on Monday that the company has invested a record-breaking $150 billion over the past decade, making it the largest investment by any Indian corporation. Ambani also announced that JioAirFiber will be launched on Ganesh Chaturthi, September 19th. Speaking at the company’s AGM, Ambani also said that Reliance has been a pioneer of the emerging new India. For the uninitiated, Jio Air Fiber promises to provide a fiber-like 5G network wirelessly. It can act as a personal Wi-Fi hotspot and provides network…

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Samsung Galaxy S24 hints at a special edition chipset, setting the stage for 2024's flagship smartphones. (Unsplash) News 

Rumour: Samsung Galaxy S24 to be Equipped with Special Edition Processor

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Despite the official launch of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series being scheduled for early next year, there are already numerous rumors circulating about these upcoming phones. One particularly intriguing speculation gaining attention in the tech industry is the potential inclusion of a special edition chipset to drive the Galaxy S24. Recent comparative analyzes by SamMobile experts have shed light on some fascinating benchmarks. One benchmark is calculated for the Nubia RedMagic 9, while the other is believed to belong to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus. Looking at these metrics, the…

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ISRO's Aditya-L1 mission aims to shed light on various aspects of solar activities and their effects on space weather, providing invaluable insights into the behavior of our Sun. (NASA) Space 

Aditya L1 Mission: Details Revealed

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India has made a significant achievement in the realm of space and technology as the Chandrayaan-3 lander and rover successfully landed on the Moon’s South Pole. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has now set its sights on a new space mission, this time directed towards the Sun. ISRO is preparing to launch its inaugural space-based solar observatory spacecraft, known as the Aditya L1 mission. This ambitious project aims to uncover various aspects of solar activities and their impact on space weather, offering valuable insights into the behavior of our…

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OpenAI's web crawler called GPTBot may scan web pages to help improve its AI models. News 

OpenAI Denied Access to Major News Outlets

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Several top new publications including The New York Times, CNN and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) have blocked Microsoft-backed OpenAI from accessing their content to train their AI models. NYT blocked OpenAI’s crawler, meaning the Sam Altman-led company can’t use the publication’s content to train its AI models, reports The Verge. OpenAI’s GPTBot crawler can scan web pages to improve its AI models. According to OpenAI, giving GPTBot access to your site can help AI models become more specific and improve their overall capabilities and security. NYT updated its terms…

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UP NEET UG 2023 round 2 seat allotment results to be announced soon. (Pexels) News 

Round 2 Seat Allotment Results for UP NEET UG 2023 to be Released

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The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is set to release the results for Round 2 Seat Allotment of NEET PG 2023 Counselling in the near future. The announcement of these results is scheduled for August 28, 2023, and they can be accessed on the official website mcc.nic.in. If you have participated in the counselling process, it is important to have your NEET PG roll number, password, and security pin readily available as these details will be required for logging in and viewing your results. Once you get your result or NEET…

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IBM chief Arvind Krishna said that coding can be improved by about 60 per cent by using AI assistance. (Bloomberg) News 

Tech Titans Discuss the Impact of Artificial Intelligence

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Globally, there are two perspectives on artificial intelligence. On one hand, it presents a significant opportunity to enhance productivity in various human endeavors. On the other hand, there are concerns about its potential to harm humanity and even lead to its extinction. Meanwhile, developers find themselves in a dilemma as they explore the potential of this technology and seek to capitalize on it for financial gain. Against this backdrop, several tech leaders have convened in New Delhi to participate in the B20 Summit India 2023, organized by CII. Technology leaders…

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