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Exciting Tech Wrap Sept 17: iOS 18 Revealed, Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Pre-Reserve & More | Must-Read Tech News

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September 17, 2024 3 Min Read

Tech Roundup: Apple’s iOS 18 Launch, Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10 Pre-Reservations, and More

  • Apple Launches iOS 18: Apple has begun rolling out iOS 18 to compatible iPhones. Unveiled at the WWDC earlier this year, iOS 18 boasts a refreshed user interface and introduces several new tools and features aimed at enhancing the user experience.

  • Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10 Pre-Orders: Samsung has initiated pre-reservations for its forthcoming Galaxy Tab S10 series. Customers can reserve their device with a token payment of Rs 1,000 and avail benefits worth up to Rs 3,499 on their purchase.

  • Honor Pad X8a Debuts in India: Chinese brand Honor has released the Pad X8a in India, featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor and an 8,300 mAh battery. Also, they launched a kid-friendly Nadal Kids Edition, made with child-safe materials and designed to be shockproof. The Pad X8a is dual TUV Rheinland certified and includes eye protection features.

  • OnePlus Introduces Nord Buds 3: OnePlus has launched its budget-friendly Nord Buds 3 wireless earbuds in India. These earphones feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and enhanced bass performance with BassWave 2.0 technology.

  • HMD’s Skyline Smartphone: Finnish brand Human Mobile Devices (HMD) unveiled the Skyline smartphone in India, following its July reveal. The design evokes nostalgia for the Nokia Lumia series and emphasizes ease of repair, allowing users to easily disassemble and replace key parts at home.

  • Samsung Expanding One UI 6.1.1: Samsung is extending the rollout of One UI 6.1.1 to more Galaxy devices. Originally introduced for its new foldables, this update recently became available for older models.

  • Belkin’s Auto-Tracking Stand Pro: Belkin has launched the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro in India. Certified by Apple and compatible with DockKit, this accessory offers 360-degree panning and 90-degree tilting to keep subjects in frame during video capture.

  • Apple’s watchOS 11 Release: Coinciding with iOS 18’s rollout, Apple has started distributing watchOS 11 to compatible Apple Watches. A notable feature of this release is Sleep Apnea detection, available on newer models like the Apple Watch Series 10 and older ones such as the Series 9 and Ultra 2.

  • Lenovo’s AI Manufacturing in India: Lenovo Group Ltd. began manufacturing AI servers in southeastern India. The initiative marks a strategic pivot towards high-tech innovations, with plans to expand operations in Bangalore and establish an AI research lab.

  • Meta Bans Russian State Media: Meta announced a ban on Russian state media outlets, including RT and Rossiya Segodnya, from its platforms, citing their use of misleading tactics for covert influence operations.

  • OpenAI’s Independent Safety Committee: Microsoft-backed OpenAI revealed its safety committee will independently oversee security and safety protocols for its AI models’ development and deployment.

  • Australia’s Social Media Ban for Minors: The Australian government plans to ban social media use for children under 16 and is investing significantly to determine implementation strategies. However, tech-savvy teenagers may find ways to circumvent the restrictions.

  • Google’s AdMeld Acquisition Trial: In an antitrust trial, enforcers argued Google acquired AdMeld in 2011 due to perceived threats to its online display advertising strategy.

  • Microsoft, Vodafone AI Collaboration: Microsoft announced a major agreement with Vodafone to implement AI assistants for Office. Additionally, Microsoft introduced new AI tools to enhance the user experience in Excel, email management, and collaboration.

First Published: Sep 17, 2024 | 8:03 PM IST

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