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Uber Launches First Robotaxi Service Outside of US in Abu Dhabi
https://www.gadgets360.com/transportation/news/uber-first-robotaxi-service-launcehd-outside-us-abu-dhabi-7187836#rss-gadgets-all
Uber Technologies has begun offering its first autonomous rides outside the US in Abu Dhabi, making good on an earlier partnership struck with Chinese vehicle partner WeRide.
India to mandate IoT modules from trusted sources
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/policy/india-to-mandate-iot-modules-from-trusted-sources/116046496
Counterpoint in its recent finding said that the Chinese module players are dominating with more than 80% of the global market share including India, in the connectivity market.
EAM Jaishankar highlights potential of India-Japan semiconductor collaboration
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/devices/eam-jaishankar-highlights-potential-of-india-japan-semiconductor-collaboration/116035076
He pointed out that both nations, while revitalising their semiconductor industries, are also working with Taiwan, paving the way for a transformative partnership in this vital sector.
OnePlus Tablet With11.6-Inch Screen, MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC Surfaces Online
https://www.gadgets360.com/tablets/news/oneplus-tablet-features-leak-launch-expected-oppo-pad-3-specifications-7186462#rss-gadgets-all
OnePlus could launch a new tablet soon. A tipster has suggested some key features of the rumoured tablet including display, chipset, camera, battery and charging details. These suggest that the purported OnePlus Pad could be a rebranded version of the Oppo Pad 3, which was unveiled in China in November alongside the Oppo Reno 13 series.
Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 5G, Phantom V Flip 2 5G Foldable Smartphones Launched in India: Price, Specifications
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/tecno-phantom-v-fold-2-5g-flip-price-india-launch-sale-date-availability-features-7185801#rss-gadgets-all
Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 5G and Phantom V Flip 2 5G were launched in India on Friday. The book-style Phantom V Fold 2 carries a 7.85-inch main screen and a 6.42-inch cover display. Meanwhile, the Phantom V Flip 2 clamshell foldable has a 6.9-inch inner display and a 3.64-inch outer screen. The handsets will go on sale in the country later this month.
No GTA 6 Trailer a Year After Reveal as Fans Wait for Official Update From Rockstar Games
https://www.gadgets360.com/games/news/gta-6-trailer-2-one-year-reveal-rumours-rockstar-games-7186392#rss-gadgets-all
It’s been a year since the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 broke the Internet. After years of speculation, leaks and rumours, Rockstar Games posted the GTA 6 reveal trailer on YouTube on December 5, 2023. Titled “Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 1”, the video has since gone on to be viewed over 224 million times on the platform. A year later, as anticipation for...
Markets with Evolving Web3 Regulations Offer Exciting Opportunities: Ryan Sungho Kim at IBW 2024
https://www.gadgets360.com/cryptocurrency/news/hashed-emergent-ryan-sungho-kim-web3-rules-india-mica-eu-ibw2024-7186110#rss-gadgets-all
On the sidelines of India Blockchain Week (IBW 2024), Ryan Sungho Kim shared insights with Gadgets 360 on how investment firms are navigating the evolving Web3 regulatory landscape. He emphasised that industry insiders still have significant opportunities to engage with authorities and contribute to shaping Web3 regulations in regions where policies are under discussi...
OTT Releases This Week: Jigra, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, Amaran, and More
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/features/ott-releases-this-week-on-netflix-prime-video-disney-hotstar-jiocinema-sonyliv-december-2-december-8-7183659#rss-gadgets-all
A mix of exciting OTT releases awaits this week. Titles like Jigra and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video will be streaming on Netflix. With gripping storylines ranging from action thrillers to mystery dramas, platforms such as Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ Hotstar are also adding fresh content to their catalogues. Perfect for a weekend binge, check out all the latest mov...
OpenAI Launches Full Version of Reasoning-Focused o1 AI Model, Introduces ChatGPT Pro Subscription
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/openai-o1-full-version-ai-model-launched-chatgpt-pro-subscription-7184985#rss-gadgets-all
OpenAI brought the o1 artificial intelligence (AI) model out of preview on Thursday and released the full version. The AI firm claims that the new model can now perform tasks that the o1-preview could not. It is also said to be faster in response times and more concise in its thinking. The OpenAI o1 AI model will be available to all the paid subscribers of ChatGPT.
Jayam Ravi’s Brother Surpasses 100 Million Streaming Minutes on ZEE5
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/jayam-ravis-brother-where-to-watch-7181700#rss-gadgets-all
The Tamil film Brother, starring Jayam Ravi, has become a streaming success on ZEE5, crossing 100 million minutes viewed. Directed by Rajesh M, the movie blends comedy and drama, following a mischievous brother's antics in his sister's household. Featuring an ensemble cast, including Priyanka Arul Mohan and Bhumika Chawla, it appeals to viewers seeking light-hearted f...
Hewlett Packard Enterprise beats quarterly results estimates on strong AI server demand
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/enterprise-services/hewlett-packard-enterprise-beats-quarterly-results-estimates-on-strong-ai-server-demand/116027095
Despite a weaker performance, HPE has been seeing an improvement in its Intelligent Edge business, which provides networking hardware such as switches and Wi-Fi access points.
Instagram Adds Replies, Insights and More Features to Broadcast Channels for Improved Audience Engagement
https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/instagram-broadcast-channels-new-features-replies-prompts-7184405#rss-gadgets-all
Instagram announced new features for broadcast channels on Wednesday. The latest update adds more ways for creators to engage with their audience instead of simply liking and reacting to messages — the only avenue for interaction on the social media platform until now. Instagram users can now reply to messages from creators as well as each other. Further, it now ena...
Redmi Note 14 5G to Be Available on Amazon; Colour Options, Key Features Revealed Ahead of India Launch
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/redmi-note-14-5g-amazon-india-availability-colour-options-features-launch-7184160#rss-gadgets-all
Redmi Note 14 5G will launch in India alongside the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ and Redmi Note 14 Pro on December 9. The lineup was unveiled in China in September with up to IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. Ahead of the India launch, the Amazon availability of the base Redmi Note 14 5G has been confirmed alongside key features and colour options.
Samsung One UI 7 Beta With Galaxy AI Features Rolls Out: Availability, Eligible Models and Features
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/one-ui-7-beta-android-15-galaxy-ai-features-availability-eligible-models-samsung-7183623#rss-gadgets-all
Samsung announced the One UI 7 beta rollout in select regions a month after its initial unveiling at the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) 2024 in San Jose, California. The update brings Android 15 to Galaxy devices, introducing visual enhancements with more customisation options, a new notification system called Now Bar, redesigned One UI widgets, improved user inte...
UK's Vodafone sells 3% Indus stake in multiple block deals for Rs 2,801.7 crore; Morgan Stanley, BoFA, Blackstone among buyers
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/uks-vodafone-sells-3-indus-stake-in-multiple-block-deals-for-rs-2801-7-crore-morgan-stanley-bofa-blackstone-among-buyers/116026249
As per NSE block deal data, Omega Telecom Holdings Pvt Ltd, a Vodafone Group entity, sold 5.963 crore shares — or 2.26% — in Indus Towers at Rs 353.7 a piece, aggregating Rs 2,109.41 crore. Usha Martin Telematics Ltd, another Vodafone Group entity, sold its near 1.96 crore shares — or 0.74% in India’s second-largest tower company — also at Rs 353.7 a piece, aggregating Rs 692.28 crore.
Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea's subscriber churn to BSNL reducing: IIFL
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/reliance-jio-bharti-airtel-vodafone-ideas-subscriber-churn-to-bsnl-reducing-iifl/116046663
It is to be noted that BSNL is currently rolling out its commercial 4G services nationwide, while Jio and Airtel concluded their pan-India 5G deployments earlier in 2024. Vodafone Idea (Vi) is set to launch its commercial 5G network soon.
Consumer affairs ministry to issue guidelines to curb pesky calls, messages
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/consumer-affairs-ministry-to-issue-guidelines-to-curb-pesky-calls-messages/116045772
The Department of Telecommunications was also coming out with rules, he said, adding, "we slowed down because we wanted to actually give the sector regulator full powers".
iOS 18.2 Release Candidate With Bug Fixes and System Improvements Released
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/ios-18-2-release-candidate-update-iphone-changelog-7186519#rss-gadgets-all
iOS 18.2 Release Candidate (RC) was rolled out by Apple to registered developers and public testers in beta on Thursday. RC updates are the final versions of beta software before it is released to the public. Hence, they do not include any new features but improve upon the existing ones introduced in previous updates. iOS 18.2 RC brings fixes for bugs related to acces...
Google Introduces PaliGemma 2 Family of Open Source AI Vision-Language Models
https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/google-paligemma-2-open-source-ai-vision-language-models-introduced-7186404#rss-gadgets-all
Google introduced the successor to its PaliGemma artificial intelligence (AI) vision-language model on Thursday. Dubbed PaliGemma 2, the family of AI models improve upon the capabilities of the older generation. The Mountain View-based tech giant said the vision-language model can see, understand, and interact with visual input such as images and other visual assets. ...
Hubble Offers Closest Look at Quasar 3C 273, Reveal Hidden Structures
https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/nasa-hubble-captures-closest-ever-view-of-quasar-3c-273-s-dynamic-structure-7185624#rss-gadgets-all
NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured unprecedented views of quasar 3C 273, located 2.5 billion light-years away. Using the STIS coronagraph, researchers uncovered unusual structures around the black hole, including an extragalactic jet and a mysterious L-shaped filament. The findings hint at galaxy interactions fuelling the quasar’s activity, offering critic...
Redmi Note 14 Series Roundup: Launch Date, Expected Price in India, Features, Specifications, and More
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/features/redmi-note-14-pro-plus-redmi-note-14-pro-redmi-note-14-roundup-price-in-india-features-7185140#rss-gadgets-all
Redmi has confirmed that it will launch the Redmi Note 14 series on December 9, 2024. The new series will include three models: Redmi Note 14 Pro+, Redmi Note 14 Pro, and Redmi Note 14. The upcoming series is expected to come with a starting price of Rs. 21,999. The Redmi Note 14 series will offer some notable improvements as compared to its predecessors.
OnePlus Green Line Worry-Free Solution With Lifetime Screen Warranty Launched in India
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-green-line-worry-free-solution-india-launch-7185798#rss-gadgets-all
OnePlus Green Line Worry-Free Solution has been launched in India, as part of the company's efforts to address the "green line" screen issues reported by its customers. New improvements to the company's AMOLED displays including a new new PVX layer wer also announced, while OnePlus says it has expanded its lifetime warranty against the green line issue to include all ...
Google's December Pixel Feature Drop Rolls Out With Improvements to Gemini and More
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/pixel-drop-december-2024-release-features-gemini-google-7185411#rss-gadgets-all
Google has rolled out the December Pixel Feature Drop update for compatible Pixel devices. Apart from including the latest security patch, the update introduces new ways of using Gemini, which include getting more personalised responses, accessing more apps and services, and taking advantage of smarter replies when using Call Screen. The update also brings upgrades ...
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra, Edge 50 Neo Introduced in New Mocha Mousse Colour Option
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/motorola-razr-50-ultra-edge-50-neo-new-colour-option-pantone-colour-of-the-year-2025-7184983#rss-gadgets-all
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra and Edge 50 Neo are now available in a new colour option. The company has announced that the two handsets will be available in Mocha Mousse, the Pantone Colour of the Year 2025. The new variants will have similar specifications and features as the existing options.
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Rajkummar Rao, Triptii Dimri Starrer Movie
https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/vicky-vidya-ka-woh-wala-video-ott-release-date-cast-plot-where-to-watch-7181625#rss-gadgets-all
The comedy-drama Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, will stream on Netflix starting December 7. Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, the film follows a newlywed couple whose lives are disrupted when a personal videotape goes missing. After its theatrical release on October 11, 2024, the movie received mixed reviews.
Foamstars' Next Season Update Will Be Its Last, but Game Will Stay Online, Says Square Enix
https://www.gadgets360.com/games/news/foamstars-season-update-ending-january-17-square-enix-ps4-ps5-7185080#rss-gadgets-all
The upcoming season of Foamstars, Square Enix’s 4v4 online party shooter, will be its last, the publisher announced Thursday. The Splatoon-inspired action game will be updated with a new season of content on December 13.
Honor Working on Extendable Mobile Display Technology, Patent Shows
https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/honor-sliding-display-technology-patent-cnipa-report-7184913#rss-gadgets-all
Honor was recently granted a patent for a new display technology that could allow the brand to launch future smartphones or tablets with a screen that can "extend" to offer an enlarged display area when needed. Here's everything you need to know about Honor's new display technology.
WhatsApp Introduces New Typing Indicators for Real-Time Engagement in Chats
https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/whatsapp-typing-indicators-feature-messages-android-ios-7183792#rss-gadgets-all
WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature for mobile devices which makes it easier for users to engage in chats in real time, it announced on Thursday. It will now display typing indicators with visual cues appearing in chats when users are engaged in active conversations in both one-to-one and group chats.
India plans to relax satcom norms, may benefit Elon Musk's Starlink
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/portal-in-portal/satcom/india-plans-to-relax-satcom-norms-may-benefit-elon-musks-starlink/116026299
India's latest move is likely to pave the way for the grant of Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) licences to Starlink and Amazon, the applications of which are pending owing to non-compliance on such security clauses.
Why does UK lag on 5G mobile connectivity?
https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/why-does-uk-lag-on-5g-mobile-connectivity/116015021
Estimates suggest "that optimal 5G coverage by 2030 could require up to £34 billion -- far beyond current commitments", said Matt Britzman, an analyst at stockbrokers Hargreaves Lansdown.