Exciting Tech Breakthroughs: Vivo T3 Ultra, iPhone 16 Series, Samsung Galaxy M05 & More in Our Tech Wrap – September 12
Recent Tech Launches and Updates
Vivo’s T3 Ultra 5G Launch in India
Vivo has introduced the T3 Ultra 5G smartphone in India as part of its T-series. The device features a MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ processor, a 5,500mAh battery, and boasts an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. It also incorporates SCHOTT Xensation Glass for enhanced shock absorption and drop protection.
Samsung Unveils Galaxy M05
On September 12, Samsung expanded its M-series with the Galaxy M05 in India. The smartphone features a dual-camera system, a large display, a 5,000mAh battery, and a dedicated microSD slot. Priced at Rs 7,999, the Galaxy M05 includes 4GB RAM and 64GB storage and is available in mint green on Amazon India, Samsung’s online store, and select retail outlets.
Apple’s iOS 18.1 Beta for iPhone 16 Series
Apple has released a dedicated build of iOS 18.1 beta for the iPhone 16 series, addressing earlier concerns about backup restoration issues for devices running the iOS 18.1 beta.
Acer Launches Aspire 7 Gaming Laptop
Acer has launched the Aspire 7 gaming laptop in India, powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core i5 processor with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 or RTX 3050 GPU options. The laptop includes 512GB SSD storage, 16GB RAM, and runs on Windows 11.
Samsung’s Limited-Time Offers for Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra is now available at a reduced price of Rs 1,09,999, down from Rs 1,29,999. The offer includes Rs 8,000 instant cashback and a Rs 12,000 upgrade bonus for trade-ins. Additional benefits include Rs 12,000 cashback on select bank cards and a no-cost EMI for up to 24 months.
Dyson’s OnTrac Headphones
Ahead of its September 23 launch in India, Dyson has begun demonstrations and pre-bookings for its OnTrac headphones. Indian artist Badshah has been named the brand ambassador for the product.
Apple Introduces New Camera Control Button
With the iPhone 16 series, Apple has introduced a new camera control button, renewing interest in a feature that could prompt other smartphone makers to follow suit.
Google’s Android 15 Preview
Google previewed Android 15 at Google I/O 2024, with the update now accessible to developers. The stable version will first be available on Google Pixel devices, followed by Samsung and selected others.
Google Updates Play Integrity API
Android Authority reports that Google has updated its Play Integrity API to help developers prevent app sideloading by verifying interactions come from genuine app binaries on authentic Android devices.
Union Home Minister Launches Online ‘Suspect Registry’
Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled an online suspect registry with data on 1.4 million cybercriminals involved in financial fraud and other cybercrimes. The registry, developed by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), is accessible to various state and central agencies.
Meta’s New Features for Small Businesses
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has rolled out new features for small businesses, including Meta Verified badges.
Google’s AI Note-taking App Update
Google’s AI note-taking app NotebookLM now includes a feature that converts research into AI-generated podcasts.
EU Investigates Google’s AI Model
The European Union is investigating one of Google’s AI models for compliance with the bloc’s data privacy regulations.
Google’s Past Ad Exchange Fee Adjustments
In the ongoing US Justice Department antitrust trial, former executives testified that Google considered lowering its ad exchange fees years ago when websites found alternative revenue-boosting methods bypassing Google.
AST SpaceMobile’s Stock Surge
AST SpaceMobile has seen its stock surge approximately 1,300% since April, becoming the best performer in the small-cap Russell 2000 Index over the past six months.
Favorable Treatment of Tech Companies
Tech companies have long enjoyed favorable regulatory treatment, with Apple exploiting tax loopholes in the European Union and Google maintaining its dominance by prioritizing its services over competitors.
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