Tech Roundup: iPhone 15 Pro Max Launch Issues, Google’s 25th Anniversary Celebrations with Sundar Pichai, and More
In today’s Tech Briefing, Google takes center stage with CEO Sundar Pichai penning a comprehensive message outlining the company’s history, technological influence, and future direction in anticipation of its 25th anniversary. Pichai emphasized the company’s strong commitment to AI as a key priority. Meanwhile, Apple fans received disappointing news as a recent leak suggests that the highly anticipated iPhone 15 Pro Max could face a delay of up to four weeks, just six days before its scheduled launch. Stay tuned for more updates in today’s Tech briefing.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai writes the message
Ahead of Google’s 25th anniversary, which is usually celebrated on September 27 with a Google Doodle, CEO Sundar Pichai has shared a 2,400-word memo recalling the company’s journey, its role in transforming technology and its path. towards the future. Pichai posted a post titled “Questions, Shrugs, and What’s Next: A Quarter Century of Change” to mark Google’s quarter century of existence. It was a heartfelt message that also mentioned his father and son. Dig deeper.
iPhone 15 Pro Max may suffer from lag
Just six days before the Apple event, a new leak has revealed that the iPhone 15 Pro Max could suffer a 4-week delay before it is released. This new information comes from a tipster named Revegnus, who mentioned in an X publication: “Sony, the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s image sensor supplier, is facing serious yield issues. As a result, the iPhone 15 Pro Max release date could be delayed by up to about 4 weeks. The tipster also shared TrendForce’s report to highlight that Sony does indeed have a revenue problem with new sensors.Dig deeper.
Google announced the new Android logo
Google announced the new logo and font style in a blog post, saying, “We’re sharing an update to our visual identity that better represents our Android community — and it’s fun, too.” The new bugdroid logo now gets a 3D avatar and elements inspired by its material design. The Android font has also changed, and now the logo uses a capital A instead of all lowercase letters. Stylized is also made so that the Android logo looks similar to the Google logo.
The new logo and branding will be released later this year. It is expected to appear with the Android 14 update. Dig deeper.
Delhi Police issues advice ahead of G20 summit, proposes app to monitor traffic
Delhi Police has shared Delhi Traffic Bulletin on Delhi Traffic Police Virtual Helpdesk for G20 Summit commencing on 9th and 10th September. Traffic will be affected during this time, as the restrictions will come into effect from September 8. Delhi Police have asked the public to use Mappls MapmyIndia app to ensure that they do not enter restricted areas and get stuck in traffic jams.
Mappls shared a message on its X-handle saying, “During the G20 Summit in Delhi, everyone can get accurate maps and navigation for smooth guidance based on official and updated Delhi Police traffic reports using Mappls MapmyIndia app.” Dig deeper.
China bans iPhone from central government agencies
Chinese government agencies have banned workers from using Apple iPhones and other foreign-made devices at work, according to sources cited by the Wall Street Journal. Some central government regulators have communicated these guidelines through chat groups and meetings, although the extent of these guidelines remains unclear. Despite Apple’s popularity in China, particularly its iPhone sales, growing tensions between the US and China in the technology sector have prompted Beijing to ditch foreign devices, emphasizing domestic alternatives. This move is in line with China’s broader strategy to reduce dependence on American technology and secure its own technological sovereignty. Dig deeper.
