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Rumors suggest that the Ring/Silent switch will still be replaced with a button, which could be customizable like the Action button on the Apple Watch Ultra. News 

iPhone 15 Pro will not have solid-state buttons, confirms an Apple reporter: Know more

Adriana Marais, ,

Apple supplier Cirrus Logic has reportedly confirmed that the iPhone 15 Pro, which is slated to launch in September 2023 as part of the latest iPhone 15 series, will no longer feature solid-state buttons as originally rumored. The company stated in its letter to shareholders that the new product to be launched this fall is no longer expected to come to market as planned. This item is widely believed to be the iPhone 15 Pro’s solid-state buttons, MacRumors reports. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo had previously reported that the iPhone 15…

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The latest flagship Vivo phones in India are now available starting from Rs 59,999, come with Zeiss-tuned cameras and offer flagship-grade hardware. News 

Vivo X90 and X90 Pro Smartphones Now on Sale in India: Price, Features and Offers

Adarsh V.K, , , ,

The Vivo X90 series was launched in India last month and now people can pick up either the X90 or X90 Pro models in the country. Vivo’s new X-series phones have Zeiss-tuned cameras, MediaTek’s flagship chipset and Android 13. The phones also support fast charging with the included adapter. Vivo X90 and X90 Pro Prices in India and Discount Offers The Vivo X90 has been launched in India at a price of Rs 59,999 for the base 8GB + 256GB model. The price goes up to Rs 63,999 for the…

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Smartphone shipments in India declined 16 per cent year-on-year in the January-March quarter to 31 million units, market research firm IDC said on Thursday. News 

Smartphone shipments in India down 16% in January-March: IDC report

Adarsh V.K,

Smartphone shipments in India fell 16 percent year-on-year in January-March to 31 million units, market research firm IDC said Thursday. Realme and Xiaomi’s shipments fell the most during the quarter. India’s smartphone market is expected to grow steadily in 2023, an IDC report said. “India shipped 31 million smartphones in the first quarter of 2023, down 16 percent from a year earlier and the lowest Q1 shipments in four years,” International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker report said. Despite the 11.4 percent drop in shipments, Samsung leads…

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The latest Nokia XR-series phone looks to build on the promise of extra durability but at a premium. News 

The Nokia XR21 Rugged phone gets the highest IP rating for added protection: All information

Adarsh V.K, ,

Nokia continues to realize its goals in the smartphone segment, and the latest model is the Nokia XR21, which aims to take smartphone durability to a new level. The new phone has an IP69K rating, making it the most durable phone on the market against dust and water. The company has already launched a range of XR series devices that focus on premium design and quality assurance. The 5G phone uses a Snapdragon chipset and supports fast charging. Nokia XR21 price The Nokia XR21 is priced at £499 (roughly Rs.…

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Qualcomm Inc on Wednesday forecast third-quarter revenue and profit below Wall Street estimates, citing worries the smartphone industry would take longer to exhaust excess supply before fresh orders flow in. News 

Qualcomm shares gloomy market forecast as smartphone sales decline again

Nitin Misra, ,

(Reuters) – Qualcomm Inc on Wednesday forecast third-quarter revenue and profit below Wall Street estimates, citing the smartphone industry taking longer to shed excess supply before new orders come in. The chip designer’s shares fell 4% in extended trading after it said its forecast was also affected by macroeconomic headwinds, weaker global mobile phone sales and reduced channel inventory. “As we navigate this challenging environment, we remain focused on the critical factors we can control to emerge stronger from this downturn,” Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said in a statement. “Our…

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Shipments will stabilise around the levels from 2022 as we move into the middle of 2023, according to market research firm Canalys. News 

Global smartphone market to gain momentum only in second half of 2023: Report

Adarsh V.K,

The global smartphone market remains challenged and will strengthen in the second half of the year as channel inventories reach healthier levels, the report shows. According to the market research company Canalys, deliveries will stabilize at the level of 2022 when we move to the middle of 2023. “The warming rates will start to improve soon, although this is more related to the narrowing of the sharp contrast between 2022 and 2023,” said research analyst Lucas Zhong. Suppliers approach the market cautiously, focusing on profitability goals, lean operations and inventory…

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Vivo T2x comes with a dual-rear camera setup that includes a 50MP primary camera, a 2MP depth sensor, and an LED flash News 

Vivo T2x 5G Smartphone Now Available in India: Price, Offers and Specifications

Adarsh V.K, , ,

Vivo T2x 5G Price in India: Vivo’s recently launched Vivo T2x 5G smartphone is now available for purchase in India. Vivo’s new affordable T-series smartphone features a 6.58 FHD+ COG display, a 50MP main camera, a 5000mAh battery, and more. Vivo T2x 5G Price, offers, colors and availability Vivo T2x 5G is priced at Rs 12,999 for 4GB + 128GB, Rs 13,999 for 6GB + 128GB and Rs 15,999 for 8GB + 128GB. Vivo T2x 5G is available in three colors – Aurora Gold, Marine Blue and Glimmer Black. According…

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In the first phase, the service will initially go live in 15 cities that include Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Noida and Pune. News 

Xiaomi brings a home phone installation service for senior citizens: This is how you use it

Febin Mathew,

Chinese technology giant Xiaomi on Thursday announced a specialized home phone support service for senior citizens in India. The goal of the initiative is to offer telephone setup services to senior citizens who may have challenges visiting service centers due to various reasons. This is how you can use the Xiaomi phone installation service – To use the services, customers must follow a few simple instructions. – They can choose the service they want by scanning the QR code and filling in their personal information to continue. – Once the…

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Apple fell to the second position with a 21 per cent market share, closing the gap with Samsung due to the strong demand for its iPhone 14 Pro series in Q1 2023. News 

Global Smartphone Market to Fall 12% in Q1 2023: Report

Adriana Marais

The global smartphone market experienced its fifth consecutive quarter of decline, falling 12 percent (in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2023), a new report shows. According to market research firm Canalys, Samsung was the only major manufacturer to improve from the quarter, returning to first place with a 22 percent market share. Apple slipped to second place with 21 percent market share, closing the gap on Samsung due to strong demand for its iPhone 14 Pro series in the first quarter of 2023. “The…

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The Galaxy M14 5G will be available at an all-inclusive price of Rs 13,490 for the 4+128GB and Rs 14,990 for the 6+128GB variant with select bank cards. News 

Samsung Galaxy M14 5G Smartphone Launched With 6000mAh Battery In India: Price, Specifications & More

Adarsh V.K, , , ,

Samsung Galaxy M14 5G Launch: South Korean tech giant Samsung on Monday announced the launch of a new affordable M-series smartphone – the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G in India. The new Samsung phone has features like 50MP triple camera, 6000mAh battery, 5nm processor and more. Samsung Galaxy M14 5G price, offers, colors and availability As an introductory offer, the Galaxy M14 5G is available at an all-inclusive price of Rs 13,490 for the 4+128GB variant and Rs 14,990 for the 6+128GB variant with selected debit cards. Customers can also avail…

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People should avoid using these charging stations for their own safety. News 

FBI Says Don’t Charge Your Phone at Public Charging Stations: Here’s Why

Nitin Misra, ,

Charging your phone at public chargers is a big risk, and most of us know that, but now this warning has come via the FBI, who have issued a notice saying that people should avoid charging their phones at public charging stations where you have other chargers. Public chargers have become havens for hackers, allowing them to attach devices with malware that can be used to steal confidential information and even your money. This attack also has a term called juice jacking, which is used by hackers to infect Chargers…

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Accidentally deleting important pictures is a frustrating experience for anyone. However, there are steps you can take to recover them. News 

How to recover accidentally deleted photos: a step-by-step guide

Adriana Marais

Tired of losing important memories because you accidentally deleted photos from your smartphone? Don’t worry, you can recover them with certain means. Accidentally deleting important photos is a frustrating experience for anyone. However, there are steps you can take to restore them. Here is a guide to recover accidentally deleted photos – Backup: If you have enabled cloud backup, you may be able to recover your deleted photos from there. Check your cloud storage services like Google Photos, iCloud or Dropbox and see if your deleted photos are available there.…

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The Poco C51 comes with a 6.52-inch HD+ Display with 720x1600 resolution with a 120Hz sample rate. News 

Poco C51 Smartphone with MediaTek Helio G36 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications and Availability

Adarsh V.K, , , ,

Smartphone brand Poco has announced a new affordable C-series smartphone – Poco C51 In India. Poco’s latest budget phone features a MediaTek Helio G36 processor, an 8MP dual rear camera system, and a 5000mAh battery with 10W charging support. Poco C51 Price and Availability The Poco C51 will be available in the 4GB + 64GB configuration for Rs 8,499 starting April 10 on Flipkart’s e-commerce platform. According to the company, the product can be purchased at an introductory price of Rs 7,799 on the first day of sale. It has…

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Apple released the new iOS 16.4 version for compatible iPhones recently which brings a host of new features. News 

Enabling Sound Isolation on iPhone after iOS 16.4 Update for Better Voice Calls

Nitin Misra, ,

Apple recently released a new iOS 16.4 version update for iPhone users that brings a bunch of new features and security to the device. You have a version that is compatible with several iPhone models, but one of the most useful features released with the update is the noise isolation technology. Apple claims that the sound isolation technology helps eliminate background noise during a call, resulting in clearer sound quality. Apple has offered this feature for FaceTime calls since last year, and now all iPhone calls also support the technology.…

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With over 370 million global users, ColorOS supports more than 80 languages, including English, Bahasa, and Thai. News 

Oppo ColorOS 13 Beta, official update available for several smartphones in India: Checklist here

Adarsh V.K, , ,

Good news for Oppo users, the company on Thursday announced that its latest ColorOS 13 Beta and Official version based on Android 13 is available for more Oppo smartphones in India. ColorOS 13 Beta version update is underway for A55 and A53s 5G phones. The beta update is now available for the A77 and A57 starting April 24th. According to the company, from April 21, the official version update of ColorOS 13 will be available for A55 and A53s 5G phones. Update in progress: Find X2, Reno8 Pro 5G, Reno8…

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The latest Motorola flagship phone gets stock Android UI and will be coming to multiple markets. News 

Motorola Edge 40 Pro flagship phone with 165 Hz screen revealed: price, features

Febin Mathew, , ,

Continuing its revamped approach to the market, Motorola has unveiled a new flagship phone, the Edge 40 Pro, this week. The phone has been unveiled globally and we must say that the device is unbeatable with its given features. Motorola offers a stock UI, a rarity in most segments, and using it on a premium device is a definite draw. You get a high refresh rate screen, the latest Snapdragon chipset and fast charging support. Motorola Edge 40 Pro price The Motorola Edge 40 Pro has been launched for €899.99…

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We may have got our first look at the outer display of the Galaxy Z Flip 5. Here's what the potential 3.4-inch outer display of the phone may look like. News 

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 in May will have a larger external display; This is what it might look like

Febin Mathew, , ,

Samsung’s next flagship Galaxy Z smartphones are still months away, but a leaked image of the Galaxy Z Flip 5’s exterior display has surfaced, giving us a glimpse of what the phone might look like. SamMobile and Max J, a noted leaker, have collaborated to release an image that showcases the design of the Galaxy Z Flip 5’s cover display. According to Max, the image is a concept, but based on his knowledge of the Flip 5’s actual appearance. It’s important to note that the final product may differ from…

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Nokia runs the business division which recently got a new brand logo while HMD Global sells the Nokia-branded phones. News 

Nokia confirms the news of a new clean design that will not come to smartphones

Febin Mathew,

Nokia has announced a new design interface for the devices that has caught everyone’s attention and many people thought that we might soon get it working on Nokia Android phones. It turns out that the software is limited to Nokia’s business division, and HMD Global reportedly has no plans to use this interface on its smartphones. The update will hardly come as a surprise, as the new Nokia logo related to corporate business has been used in the teaser visual of the new user interface. HMD Global is the main…

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The iQOO Neo 7 is a phone that focuses on gaming performance, and it does that very well. It may not have the most premium design or the most versatile camera setup, but if you are looking for class-leading performance, its worth the cost. News 

iQOO Neo 7 Review: The Best Gaming Phone Under Rs 30,000

Febin Mathew, , , ,

The iQOO Neo 7 5G isn’t a phone that tries to do everything; but it does one thing very well. In other words, a smartphone designed for gaming, the iQOO Neo 7 delivers on many fronts and makes a sensible compromise – especially considering its affordable price. Having used the phone for over a month, I can confidently say that if you want a gaming phone under Rs 30,000, reliable performance and a functional design, the iQOO Neo 7 can be a viable choice. This is our review of the…

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The company is shifting its focus to other form factors and gaming phone is probably not part of the plans. News 

Lenovo confirms that its line of mobile gaming phones has been discontinued

Febin Mathew, , ,

Lenovo continues to streamline its business, the latest being its Legion smartphone business, which launched a range of gaming phones. Lenovo has confirmed that it will no longer carry Legion phones as the division has been shut down. “”Lenovo is discontinuing sales of its Android-based Legion gaming phones as part of a broader business transformation and consolidation of its gaming portfolio,” Lenovo shared this update via Android Authority in this report. The Legion series was supposed to be Lenovo’s challenger to the Asus ROG Phone models, but it seems that…

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