Exciting Tech Wrap-Up: Sony PS5 Pro Unveiled, Cutting-Edge Sonos Ace, JioPhone Prima 2, HMD 110 & More!
Latest Tech Updates: Key Headlines from September 2024
Sony has unveiled the PlayStation 5 Pro, a mid-cycle upgrade to the PS5, at a special event on September 10. The new console boasts significant performance enhancements and minor design adjustments, and it will be available in select regions starting November 7.
US audio device manufacturer Sonos has entered the Indian market by launching the Sonos Ace, their first over-ear headphones, featuring lossless and spatial audio, ANC, and an Aware Mode.
Reliance Industries has introduced the JioPhone Prima 2, a budget-friendly 4G feature phone powered by a Qualcomm chip running KaiOS. This device supports popular apps like YouTube, Facebook, Google Assistant, and Jio’s proprietary services and payment solutions.
HMD Global launched the HMD 105 4G and HMD 110 4G feature phones in India, offering YouTube services and UPI transactions without an internet connection via a pre-installed app.
In China, Huawei revealed the world’s first tri-fold smartphone, the Mate XT Ultimate Design, featuring a 10.2-inch OLED display that can fold into multiple formats. This announcement closely follows Apple’s iPhone 16 series reveal, positioning Huawei as a direct competitor, particularly in China.
At its "It’s Glowtime" event, Apple introduced new features for the iPhone 16 series, including a Camera Control button, Apple Intelligence, and Visual Intelligence, though some features will initially be unavailable on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro.
Samsung is gearing up to incorporate anti-reflective displays in its forthcoming Galaxy Tab S10 series, similar to the Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphone, as per reports.
Microsoft has launched its new Xbox Game Pass Standard subscription plan for consoles in India, offering a balanced user experience compared to the Core and Ultimate plans.
Samsung’s rumored Galaxy S24 FE is expected to debut in October alongside the Galaxy Tab S10 series, featuring design similarities to the S23 FE but with new color options.
Google has rolled out updates to improve tab management across devices, enhancing user experience on both phones and tablets.
Priced from Rs 21,999, the Redmi Pad Pro promises a balanced everyday tablet experience with a vibrant display, impressive speakers, long battery life, and good performance.
India’s booming quick commerce sector is attracting significant investment from emerging direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands to drive growth.
Zoho Corp’s ManageEngine is focusing on AI and machine learning to lead digital transformation in IT services.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the need for supply chain resilience and more investment in domestic semiconductor manufacturing, which is crucial for various technologies.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the government is developing Semicon 2.0, the next phase of India’s semiconductor policy.
Huawei’s launch of a three-way foldable phone is a strategic move to compete with Apple in China’s competitive smartphone market.
The European Union has secured major legal victories against Apple and Google, with Apple losing an appeal against a €13 billion tax bill and Google fined €2.4 billion for market abuse, sending a clear message to Big Tech.
First Published: Sep 11, 2024 | 8:03 PM IST
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