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Reliance JioPlatforms-Google Deal Receives CCI Nod
Airtel and Amdocs Sign Multi-Year Agreement to Offer New Digital Customer Experiences
Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick Users Can Save Up to Rs 2,400 on OTT Subscriptions
MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G SoC Unveiled for Mass Market Devices
Samsung Launches First of its Kind Rotating Lifestyle TV ‘The Sero’, Price and Specifications
D2h Expands Services in Upper Assam and North-East Region
Reliance Jio Added Over 90,000 Broadband Users in August, BSNL Lost 10,000 Users
Redmi Note 9 5G Leaks Suggest the Device to be Priced Rs 11,200
Vodafone Idea and Airtel Seek Clarity on AGR Dues Calculation Methods from DoT
Reliance Jio Launches 4G LTE Services in Zanskar Area of Ladakh
ACT Fibernet Reduces Price of 100 Mbps and Above Broadband Plans by Rs 100
Apple Launches 13-inch MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and Mac mini With Silicon Chipset M1
Bharti Airtel Adds More Subscribers Than Jio in August 2020: Trai
Honor 10X Lite Goes Official: Packs Kirin 710A SoC and 5000mAh Battery
Nokia Streaming Box 8000 With Android TV and Built-In Chromecast Launched
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Rumoured to Support 120Hz Refresh Rate on 2K Display and More
Linksys E5600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router Launched in India, Price and Specifications
Telecom Operators Register Increase in Prepaid Users, Postpaid ARPU Dips to Rs 224
Amazon Prime Video Bags Exclusive Rights for Streaming New Zealand Matches in India
Apple’s ‘One More Thing’ Event to Take Place Today, What to Expect?

Reliance JioPlatforms-Google Deal Receives CCI Nod

Posted: 11 Nov 2020 06:41 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/reliance-jioplatforms-google-deal-cci-nod/310013/, Reliance JioPlatforms-Google Deal Receives CCI Nod

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved Google’s investment of $4.5 billion (Rs 33,737 crore) in Jio Platforms. Announced at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Reliance Industries a couple of months ago, the deal will see Jio Platforms and Google working together in various initiatives. While announcing the deal, both the parties said they would work in developing low-cost Android smartphones aimed at the Indian market. It is also rumoured that both Jio Platforms and Google are waiting for CCI nod to launch the first set of Android phones in the market. The CCI has officially confirmed the approval of this deal on Twitter earlier today.

Low-Cost Android Smartphones by Jio Might Launch Soon

The CCI nod for the deal means we could see Reliance Jio launching cheap Android smartphones with 4G support and customised version of Android very soon. ET Telecom earlier reported that the CCI is closely reviewing the data-sharing agreement between Jio Platforms and Google as part of this massive deal.

Reliance Jio was earlier rumoured to launch the phones in December and that seems to be on track. Jio Platforms is looking to launch at least 200 million smartphones in the next three years, reports TechCrunch. The publication also says the low-cost Android phones from Jio Platforms will have its own App Store with very limited applications available to the users. This is in-line with what the company is doing with JioPhones. Last year in October, we reported that Reliance Jio sold a staggering 70 million JioPhones till date and the number will be even higher now.

Jio Platforms has managed to attract massive investments from global companies like Facebook, Qualcomm Ventures, Jaadhu Holdings, KKR and more. The Facebook-Jio Platforms deal also received CCI approval recently. Jio Platforms raised over $20 billion this year from 13 investors.

In other news, the CCI has announced an in-depth investigation into Google and its payments service Google Pay. According to CCI, Google is taking advantage of its authority over Android in promoting Google Pay. The search giant is yet to reply to CCI.

Original article: Reliance JioPlatforms-Google Deal Receives CCI Nod

Airtel and Amdocs Sign Multi-Year Agreement to Offer New Digital Customer Experiences

Posted: 11 Nov 2020 05:05 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/airtel-amdocs-new-digital-experiences/309999/, Airtel and Amdocs Sign Multi-Year Agreement to Offer New Digital Customer Experiences

Amdocs, one of the leading provider of software and services to various companies today signed a new multi-year agreement with telecom operator Bharti Airtel. Back in November 2017, Airtel first partnered with Amdocs to leverage its latest technologies to enhance digital customer support. As part of this new multi-year agreement, Airtel’s postpaid and broadband customers will be migrated to Amdocs’ modern digital business system under the managed services model for rapid delivery of new digital customer experiences. Besides Airtel, Vodafone Idea (Vi) is working closely with Amdocs for three years now.

Airtel to Leverage Amdocs' SmartOps Platform

According to a press statement released by Amdocs, Airtel will be using its SmartOps (Smart Operations) platform. This platform uses high-end artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities to identify and proactively heal application issues, to accelerate application delivery using automation and DevOps methodologies. Furthermore, it said that digitising the operations of Airtel's multiple applications will empower the telco to increase business agility and efficiency as well as speed time to market for new services.

The main aim of this partnership is to enable world-class service experience for Airtel’s postpaid and broadband customers.

Harmeen Mehta, CIO & Head – Cloud and Security business, Bharti Airtel said: "We are delighted to build on our successful partnership with Amdocs and look forward to continuing working with them in our mission to delight customers with best-in-class experience using cutting edge digital technologies."

In 2017, Airtel partnered with Amdocs for the first time to leverage the new technologies and practices based on AI to enhance Airtel customer’ service experience. The new partnership is primarily aimed at the telco’s broadband and postpaid users. Back in July this year, Vodafone Idea also extended its partnership with Amdocs to migrate the postpaid users of Vodafone and Idea into a single brand. Vi recently announced that it now has a single postpaid brand called ‘Vodafone RED.’

Original article: Airtel and Amdocs Sign Multi-Year Agreement to Offer New Digital Customer Experiences

Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick Users Can Save Up to Rs 2,400 on OTT Subscriptions

Posted: 11 Nov 2020 03:45 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/mi-box-4k-mi-tv-stick-ott-subscriptions/309989/, Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick Users Can Save Up to Rs 2,400 on OTT Subscriptions

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Xiaomi is giving Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick users in India special discounts and offers on their over-the-top (OTT) platform subscriptions. Both Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick run on Android TV 9 Pie and allow users to stream content from several OTT platforms. Now under the festive offer, Xiaomi is giving extra months subscription and special discounts on the purchase of several OTT subscriptions to Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick users. More details on the story ahead.

OTT Subscriptions on Discount for Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick Users

Users purchasing the 'ZEE5' subscription for one month will get four months of free subscription to the platform. So basically, the user would save Rs 396 (cost of four months) on his/her subscription. This offer has been termed, 'Buy 1 Get 4 Months Pack free' by the provider. Additionally, users opting for a yearly pack of 'Sony Liv' can get flat 10% discount on the plan. Thus instead of paying Rs 999 for the whole year, the user will have to pay only Rs 899 implying a discount of Rs 100.

'Eros Now' yearly subscription is up for grabs with 25% off meaning instead of Rs 399 (original subscription price for one year), the user will just pay Rs 299. The total discount will be of Rs 100. 'Hungama Play' which costs Rs 149 per month can be subscribed for free up to one month. Post that, the user will have to pay Rs 149 per month.

Each of the 'Shemaroo ME' plans can be purchased at a discount of 20%. So after the discount, the subscription amount for 1 month would translate to Rs 103 and 1 year would translate to Rs 799. With 'Epic On', users will get 35% off on any plan they choose from the streaming service. For example, the one year plan which comes for Rs 499 will get discounted to Rs 324.

'Docubay' yearly subscription which costs Rs 1,499 normally will come at a discount of 50% for Rs 749 only. Adding to this, there is a 3 months plan as well which costs Rs 499 normally but under the offer can be purchased for Rs 249 only.

'Aha' is offering a 51% discount on its annual pack worth Rs 699 which means the users can get it for Rs 340 only. 'Hoichoi' is offering 30% off on all of its plans. For example, its yearly plan with two screens which comes for Rs 699 is now available for Rs 489 only.

Original article: Mi Box 4K and Mi TV Stick Users Can Save Up to Rs 2,400 on OTT Subscriptions

MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G SoC Unveiled for Mass Market Devices

Posted: 11 Nov 2020 02:45 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/mediatek-dimensity-700-5g-soc-unveiled/309941/, MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G SoC Unveiled for Mass Market Devices

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MediaTek has unveiled its latest 5G chipset offering for the smartphone market namely Dimensity 700 5G. The chipset is built on a 7nm process to offer smartphone manufacturers a full suite of choices for developing and making new devices. MediaTek has claimed that this chipset can be used by the device makers on both their premium to mid-range and flagship devices. Basically, MediaTek has said that the Dimensity 700 5G is aimed for mass-market devices so that 5G can become more accessible for the users around the world.

MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G Features

The MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G comes with powerful features which include the latest 5G carrier aggregation (2CC 5G-CA) and 5G dual SIM standby (DSDS). This will ensure that the users get the fastest 5G speeds along with exclusive Voice over New Radio (VoNR) service from both the connections. The MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G comes integrated with two Arm Cortex-A76 big cores in its octa-core CPU. It operates at up to 2.2GHz.

The key features of this new chipset include UltraSave, premium 90Hz display, 64MP camera support, and multiple voice assistant support. Talking about the first key feature, 'MediaTek Dimensity 700 UltraSave', it will deliver advanced battery saving technology to help devices run longer.

Since the chipset can support 90Hz refresh rate, smartphone manufacturers can design devices with FullHD+ displays and ultra-fast refresh rates. Along with this, the chipset can support both 48MP and 64MP primary sensors in addition to AI camera features. It can also support multiple voice assistants such as Google Assistant; assistants from Amazon, Alibaba, Tencent, and more.

The Dimensity 700 5G is MediaTek's effort to improve and advance the current level of connectivity for users all across the world. With better battery life and AI support, this chipset will allow users to get more out of their 5G connectivity.

Also, the chipset can support Wi-Fi 5 and a maximum download speed of 2.77 Gbps. Unfortunately, the MediaTek Dimensity 700 won't be very handy when playing 4K videos, but it will comfortably play 2K videos @30fps.

Original article: MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G SoC Unveiled for Mass Market Devices

Samsung Launches First of its Kind Rotating Lifestyle TV ‘The Sero’, Price and Specifications

Posted: 11 Nov 2020 01:50 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/samsung-launches-rotating-tv-the-sero-price-specifications/309956/, Samsung Launches First of its Kind Rotating Lifestyle TV ‘The Sero’, Price and Specifications

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The South Korean tech giant Samsung has just launched a new TV for the Indian market, namely 'The Sero'. In a release, Samsung has claimed that it is first of its kind lifestyle TV which can rotate. 'The Sero' is also the world's first and only mobile optimised TV at the moment. In a flick of a button, the TV can rotate for the users between vertical and horizontal orientations. This TV doesn't feel like a TV, but rather a massive smartphone. Let's check out the price and specifications of 'The Sero'.

Samsung 'The Sero' Specifications and Features

For the unaware, 'Sero' in Korean means 'vertical', thus the name, since the TV can pivot between vertical and horizontal orientations. Samsung has optimised 'The Sero' for streaming over-the-top (OTT) content, social media platforms, gaming, and more. What's really unique about this TV is its design.

'The Sero' offers users a smartphone-optimised experience while rotating the screen to match the content on the user's mobile. There are uniquely designed and placed 4.1-inch 60W Front Firing speakers on the TV. They are aimed to provide the user with an immersive sound experience.

By simply tapping the smartphone into the TV, the user can mirror the content from his/her device onto the TV screen. ‘The Sero’ delivers 100% colour volume with over a billion shades and colours on the TV screen for a truly cinematic experience. Samsung also offers QLED technology for enhancing the viewing experience for the user. There is also AI support in 'The Sero' to upscale the content automatically to 4K resolution.

There is also Ambient Mode+ on the TV which will help 'The Sero' in blending in with the surroundings by displaying things on the screen even when it is not in use. So blank TV screens will become a thing of past.

'The Sero' rests on an elegant navy-blue stand which has a clean 360-degree design. Samsung has redefined what TVs can do with 'The Sero'. Through the SmartThings app, the user can control the TV, rotate it, share mobile content on the screen, and more.

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Samsung 'The Sero' Price

Samsung 'The Sero' 43-inch has been launched for a price of Rs 1,24,990. The TV comes with a contemporary navy-blue bezel design. Initially, Samsung has said that 'The Sero' will only be available in the Reliance Digital stores across India and will come with a 10-year no screen burn-in warranty. There will also be an additional warranty of one year on the panel.

Original article: Samsung Launches First of its Kind Rotating Lifestyle TV ‘The Sero’, Price and Specifications

D2h Expands Services in Upper Assam and North-East Region

Posted: 11 Nov 2020 12:45 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/d2h-upper-assam-north-east-region/309918/, D2h Expands Services in Upper Assam and North-East Region

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D2h, a part of Dish TV India Limited and one of the leading Direct-to-Home (DTH) service providers in the country has now expanded its services into new regions. The DTH operator is now offering services in upper Assam and rest of the North-East region of the country. D2h has shared the development of the same through a press release. The release states that D2h has started covering the upper Assam and North-East region of India with its DTH services. More details on the story ahead.

D2h Now Offering Services to Users in Upper Assam and Complete North-East Region

The users in the newly expanded service areas of D2h can now enjoy quality entertaining content from over 650+ channels offered by the DTH operator. The services include popular high-definition (HD) channels and exclusive Active services such as Songdew and Korean Drama Active.

Users in the newly expanded regions will now be able to buy HD Set-Top Boxes (STBs) along with other kinds of STBs offered by D2h. These advanced generation STBs come with omnidirectional remotes allowing the user convenience of navigating through various channels and services.

"With high strength satellite beams now completely covering the entire North-East region and a comprehensive service network, D2H is now all set to build its presence in the newly expanded areas," said the release.

Mr Anil Dua, Executive Director and CEO of Dish TV India, said that the company is quite happy with expanding into these new regions. He explained that because of the high literacy rate and an interest in music and sports in the newly expanded regions, D2h stands a chance to make its presence known, which is good for the brand. Dua further said that with the new football league just around the corner, users living in the newly expanded areas will be able to watch the matches in high quality with D2h.

The DTH operator avails users with 24×7 customer support service in addition to a robust channel portfolio. There are 61 HD channels as well to choose from, and users can also benefit from the Active services which D2h offers.

Original article: D2h Expands Services in Upper Assam and North-East Region

Reliance Jio Added Over 90,000 Broadband Users in August, BSNL Lost 10,000 Users

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 11:45 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/jio-added-90000-users-bsnl-lost-10000/309920/, Reliance Jio Added Over 90,000 Broadband Users in August, BSNL Lost 10,000 Users

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Reliance Jio, the largest wireless operator in India together with Hathway Cable and Datacom added over 100,000 broadband users in August, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) data reveals. According to the data released by Trai on Tuesday, the wired broadband service providers in India added 340,000 users in August with Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio and Hathway driving up the subscriber numbers. The Trai data highlights that the wired broadband service providers in India recorded a combined subscriber base of 20.47 million in August as compared to 20.13 million in the previous month. Reliance Jio that offers its wired broadband service under JioFiber is said to have added 90,000 users in one month while Hathway Cable and Datacom is said to have added 20,000 users.

BSNL Lost 10,000 Broadband Users in August

The Telecom Subscription Data for the period ended August 31, 2020, highlights that the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) lost 10,000 broadband users in one month. The state-run operator registered 7.85 million users in August while the operator in the previous month registered 7.86 million broadband users.

While BSNL continues to be the largest wired broadband service provider in India, it has to be noted that the operator registered a subscriber base of 8.39 million as on December 31, 2019. However, BSNL has since consistently recorded a decline in its user base with the Trai data highlighting that the operator has now lost over 540,000 users in eight months.

Airtel retained its position as the second largest wired broadband service provider in India with a subscriber base of 2.53 million users as on August 31, 2020. In the previous month, Airtel registered a subscriber base of 2.49 million indicating that the operator gained 40,000 users in one month.

ACT Fibernet Also Gained Broadband Users in August

The Trai data also highlights that Atria Convergence Technologies (ACT) retained its position as the third largest wired broadband provider in India with the operator registering a subscriber base of 1.70 million in August. In the previous month, the Bengaluru based company registered a subscriber base of 1.69 million indicating that ACT gained 10,000 users in one month.

Further, Reliance Jio is said to have retained its position as the fourth largest service provider in India with a subscriber base of 1.25 million as on August 31, 2020. In the previous month, the operator registered a subscriber base of 1.16 million.

Meanwhile, Hathway Cable and Datacom completed the list of top five largest wired broadband service providers in India with a user base of 1.03 million in August. The service provider in the previous month recorded a subscriber base of 1.01 million.

Original article: Reliance Jio Added Over 90,000 Broadband Users in August, BSNL Lost 10,000 Users

Redmi Note 9 5G Leaks Suggest the Device to be Priced Rs 11,200

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 10:45 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/redmi-note-9-5g-leaks-device/309910/, Redmi Note 9 5G Leaks Suggest the Device to be Priced Rs 11,200

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Talks about Xiaomi launching new devices for the Redmi Note 9 series have been going for quite some time now. Just a few days ago, leaks surfaced online suggesting that one of the new devices in the lineup will get a 120Hz refresh rate support. Some other leaks in the past have suggested that one of the devices will also get a 108MP primary sensor. It would not be strange to assume that both the high-end leaked features are of the same device. Now another leak on Weibo reveals the price these new devices will carry. More details on the story ahead.

Redmi Note 9 5G Leaked Specifications and Price

Some of the leaks about the high-end Redmi Note 9 5G suggest that the device is the rebranded version of Mi 10T Lite. As per the leaks, the Vanilla variant of the Redmi Note 9 5G will come with a 6.53-inch FHD+ punch-hole display and will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 800U. It is also said to sport a triple camera setup in the rear with a 48MP primary sensor.

The high-end model in the lineup of new devices is expected to come with a 108MP Samsung ISOCELL HM2 sensor and a 16MP sensor at the front. The high-end variant is expected to house a 4,820mAh battery which can support 33W fast-charging. Along with that, the high-end Redmi Note 9 5G might come with a 6.67-inch FHD+LCD punch-hole display with support of 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz sampling rate. The device is expected to run on Android 10 on top of MIUI 12 out of the box and powered by the Snapdragon 750G SoC.

A thing worth noting here is that if Xiaomi decides to launch the Redmi Note 9 5G, it would be the first time for a device under Redmi brand to sport a 108MP primary sensor.

Redmi Note 9 5G Leaked Pricing

As per the rumours, the new Redmi Note 9 5G might be priced at RMB 1,000 (approximately Rs 11,200) for its base model. However, the high-end Redmi Note 9 5G is expected to be priced at RMB 1,500 (approximately Rs 16,800).

Original article: Redmi Note 9 5G Leaks Suggest the Device to be Priced Rs 11,200

Vodafone Idea and Airtel Seek Clarity on AGR Dues Calculation Methods from DoT

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 09:17 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/airtel-vi-clarity-agr-dues-calculation/309893/, Vodafone Idea and Airtel Seek Clarity on AGR Dues Calculation Methods from DoT

Telecom operators Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel reportedly reached out the DoT (Department of Telecommunications) for clarity on how the AGR dues are calculated. The Supreme Court, on September 1, asked telcos to pay the AGR dues within ten years. And the apex court considered the final amounts submitted by DoT. Since the very beginning of the AGR case, Airtel and Vi are opposing the calculations of DoT saying that their self-assessed AGR dues are on the lower side. For the unaware, Airtel is asked to pay Rs 44,000 crore whereas Vi should pay Rs 58,400 crore in the next ten years. According to ET Telecom, the DoT has rejected the latest request from both the telcos saying there’s no need for ‘further clarifications’ as the Supreme Court already approved the calculations made by DoT.

Dispute Between Telcos and DoT Over 1st Instalment

The latest dispute between the two telcos and DoT is over the next instalment. According to the Supreme Court’s order, Vi needs to pay around Rs 50,400 crore and Airtel needs to pay Rs 25,976 crore over ten instalments till March 31, 2031.

As we all know, Bharti Airtel paid Rs 18,004 crore as AGR dues and Vi paid Rs 7,854 crore till now. The report says, Airtel and Vi urge that they have already paid the 10% dues (first instalment) which is due on March 31, 2021, and they will directly move to the second instalment or the next 10% due payment for which the deadline is March 31, 2022. But DoT says the telcos are required to pay their next 10% dues by March 31, 2021.

“Vodafone Idea and Airtel have informed the DoT that they need to know the AGR dues and asked the government to explain the method used to arrive at the due amount. So far, there has been no response from the government,” said a senior industry executive aware of the development to ET Telecom.

DoT will likely address this issue by the end of this quarter. It is also said that DoT may reach out Supreme Court with a status update on how much it recovered from both the telcos.

Original article: Vodafone Idea and Airtel Seek Clarity on AGR Dues Calculation Methods from DoT

Reliance Jio Launches 4G LTE Services in Zanskar Area of Ladakh

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 07:55 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/jio-4g-lte-services-zanskar-region/309868/, Reliance Jio Launches 4G LTE Services in Zanskar Area of Ladakh

LTE-only Reliance Jio has launched high-speed voice and data services in Zanskar area in Ladakh region. Reliance Jio is already rated as the top telecom operator when it comes to LTE availability and the company has now expanded its network availability to the remotest part of the country. The launch of Jio 4G services in Zanskar region comes on the heels of Jio launching the services in the Himalayan town of Kargil a few weeks ago. With this new launch, Jio is now providing high-speed 4G LTE services across 15 towns and villages in Leh, and 22 towns and villages in Kargil.

Jio Brings 4G LTE Services to Zanskar in Ladakh Union Territory

PTI reports that Jio has installed four mobile towers Pibiting, Padum, Akshow and Abran regions in Zanskar. With this launch, Jio can connect the isolated Zanskar region with high-speed internet. Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal launched the Jio 4G services in the region. After the launch the Zanskar, Jio now has both voice and 4G mobile internet services in ten towns of Kargil district.

“Inaugurated four new Jio mobile towers in Pibiting, Padum, Akshow & Abran under USOF Scheme of GoI, connected remotely isolated Zanskar with rest of the world through 4G network. Gratitude to @narendramodi & @rsprasad for prioritising such backward areas of Ladakh to be digitalized. Gratitude to @reliancejio headed by Sh Mukesh Ambani who won the contract for connecting the remotest parts of Ladakh…” Namgyal tweeted yesterday.

Bharti Airtel has been providing 4G services in remote areas of Ladakh for a while now, but the same PTI report says Jio is the first operator to offer mobile services in areas like Gyaling, Umba, Abran, Akshow, Rangdum, Sangra, Kachan and Parkachik.

Another thing worth noting is that Jio’s towers and base stations will make use of solar energy instead of depending on the conventional fuels. This means the services will not be impacted by the power supply and also makes use of renewable natural resources.

Original article: Reliance Jio Launches 4G LTE Services in Zanskar Area of Ladakh

ACT Fibernet Reduces Price of 100 Mbps and Above Broadband Plans by Rs 100

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 05:34 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/act-fibernet-diwali-2020-offer/309860/, ACT Fibernet Reduces Price of 100 Mbps and Above Broadband Plans by Rs 100

Internet Service Provider (ISP) ACT Fibernet has introduced a new offer on the occasion of Diwali. As part of the new offer, select ACT Fibernet broadband plans will be eligible for a Rs 100 instant cashback at the time of choosing the connection. Do make a note that the offer is not applicable for existing ACT Fibernet customers and the new users will have to book a connection on actcorp.in website. The offer will be available for a limited period from October 10 across all the cities where ACT Fibernet is currently providing broadband services. To recall, the ISP introduced a similar offer a few weeks ago as Dussehra 2020 offer.

ACT Fibernet Limited Period Offer Avails Rs 100 Off on Select Plans

According to the information available, this offer is valid only on select plans- 100 Mbps & above only. ACT Fibernet is providing 100 Mbps broadband plans in several cities, so it is a good thing that the offer is applicable across all of them. There are some terms and conditions for this offer; The first one is that the offer is valid only on payments on the website. In short, a customer has to book a new connection on ACT Fibernet’s website.

At the time of booking the connection, customers will have to enter 'ACT100' code to get an instant cashback of Rs 100. The offer will be applicable only between October 10 and October 20, 2020, midnight, subject to feasibility.

ACT Fibernet is currently offering services in Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Coimbatore, Eluru, Guntur, Jaipur, Kakinada, Lucknow, Madurai, Nellore, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and Warangal. In almost all the cities, the ISP has at least one 100 Mbps broadband plan.

ACT Fibernet Onboards AHA Streaming Service

In other news, ACT Fibernet recently revised its broadband plans in Kakinada and Rajahmundry cities. ACT is also allowing users to subscribe to AHA streaming service via its mobile app and website. AHA is a premium streaming service launched last year with a focus on providing quality content for Telugu viewers. Do make a note that ACT is not providing a free premium subscription to AHA, instead, it is allowing users to subscribe to AHA from the ACT Fibernet’s bill.

For the unaware, ACT Fibernet is already allowing to subscribe to various OTT platforms like ZEE5, SonyLIV, Hungama and there are some plans which also provide free Netflix cashback of up to Rs 500 per month.

Original article: ACT Fibernet Reduces Price of 100 Mbps and Above Broadband Plans by Rs 100

Apple Launches 13-inch MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and Mac mini With Silicon Chipset M1

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 11:27 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/apple-macbook-air-pro-mini-silicon-chipset-m1/309812/, Apple Launches 13-inch MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and Mac mini With Silicon Chipset M1

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In the recently concluded 'One More Thing' event, Apple has launched the new Macs with the in-house designed silicon chipset. The Cupertino tech giant has launched a new 13-inch MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini with the 'M1' silicon chipset. In addition to the new Macs and the chipset, Apple has also announced the release date for macOS Big Sur which is this Thursday, i.e., November 12, 2020. The new M1 chipset from Apple is simply more efficient and powerful than the previous Intel chipsets. Let's take a detailed look into everything that Apple announced today.

Apple Silicon Chipset M1

The 'M1' silicon chipset designed by Apple is built in the 5-nanometer process. The M1 comes with an 8-core CPU which consists of 4 high-performance cores and 4 high-efficiency cores. For faster graphics processing, there is an 8-core GPU with worlds fastest integrated graphics. There is a 16-core neural engine in the Apple M1 and Secure Enclave which substitutes the T2 security chipset from Macs. After the launch of M1, no extra chipsets are required by Macs anymore. Everything right from CPU, GPU, and security is integrated into one SoC.

Apple 13-inch MacBook Air

The new 13-inch MacBook Air doesn't come with any change in the design. But its performance has been bumped up several times by the Apple M1. It is 3.5x faster than the previous generation MacBook Air and will provide a 5-times faster graphics experience to the user. Editing a 4K video can be done without dropping a single frame in the new MacBook Air. With Apple M1 powering it, the MacBook Air becomes 98% faster than all the other laptops being sold in the market.

SSD performance has been improved by 2x, and the MacBook Air still comes with a fan-less design. The battery performance of the new MacBook Air has been improved by 6 hours than the previous generation model and now offers 18 hours of video playback. The MacBook Air retains the 13-inch Retina display but now offers more colours and comes with Touch ID.

The new 13-inch MacBook Air is priced at Rs 92,900 (base model) and will be available from November 17, 2020, in India.

Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro

The new 13-inch MacBook Pro also doesn't get a change in design. However, with the Apple M1, the MacBook Pro offers a 2.8x faster GPU performance and 11x times machine learning. There is a new studio-quality three mic array which will improve the quality of audio for recording and video calls.

Another major change in the MacBook Pro with the Apple M1 is in its battery life. The new 13-inch MacBook Pro offers a video playback of 20 hours which is 10 hours more than the previous generation model.

Price of the new 13-inch MacBook Pro is Rs 1,22,900 (base model) and will start selling in India from November 17, 2020.

Mac mini

The all-new Mac mini has also been announced with the Apple M1 chipset. The new Mac mini offers 3x faster CPU performance than the previous quad-core version and renders graphics 6x faster. The machine learning performance also grows by 15 times.

The new Mac mini with Apple M1 chipset is priced at Rs 64,900 and will also be selling from November 17, 2020, in India.

All the new Macs are available for pre-ordering from today in India.

Original article: Apple Launches 13-inch MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and Mac mini With Silicon Chipset M1

Bharti Airtel Adds More Subscribers Than Jio in August 2020: Trai

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 07:57 AM PST

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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) today released “Telecom Subscription Data” for August 2020. As per the information available, Bharti Airtel has added more subscribers than Reliance Jio for the first time in more than four years. Mukesh Ambani-led Jio has been leading the subscriber addition chart ever since its inception. Trai says Airtel added 2.8 million new users in August 2020, whereas Jio managed to grab just 1.8 million subscribers. At the end of August 2020, Jio had a market share of 35.08%, followed by Airtel at 28.12% and Vodafone Idea at 26.15%.

Bharti Airtel Beats Jio for the First Time in 4 Years

Reliance Jio launched its commercial services back in September 2016. Since then, the company has amassed more than 400 million users. We have seen Jio adding an average of eight million subscribers almost every month in recent times. The trend has come down drastically as Jio managed to add just 1.8 million new users in August 2020.

Airtel’ subscriber base increased by 2.8 million which does come as a surprise to many considering Jio is still offering the best tariff plans for prepaid users. The story of Vodafone Idea remains the same as the telco lost 1.2 million users in August 2020. BSNL managed to add 2.2 lakh new users during the same month.

As on August 31, 2020, the private access service providers held 89.35% market share of the wireless subscribers whereas BSNL and MTNL, the two PSU access service providers, had a market share of only 10.65%.

Trai also stated the number of active wireless subscribers in August 2020 was 957.43 million. The number of telephone subscribers in India increased from 1,164 million at the end of July 2020 to 1,167.81 million at the end of August 2020, with a monthly growth rate of 0.33%.

The report further added that 7.53 million subscribers submitted their requests for Mobile Number Portability (MNP). With this, the cumulative MNP requests increased from 504.57 million at the end of July 2020 to 512.10 million at the end of August 2020, since the implementation of MNP.

Original article: Bharti Airtel Adds More Subscribers Than Jio in August 2020: Trai

Honor 10X Lite Goes Official: Packs Kirin 710A SoC and 5000mAh Battery

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 06:56 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/honor-10x-lite-official-price-specs/309771/, Honor 10X Lite Goes Official: Packs Kirin 710A SoC and 5000mAh Battery

Huawei’ sub-brand Honor just launched the Honor 10X Lite globally. Coming as a successor to the Honor 9X Lite, the 10X Lite is an upgrade in almost every aspect. Similar to other Honor devices launched in recent times, the Honor 10X Lite also lacks Google Mobile Services (GMS); Instead, it ships with Huawei Mobile Services (HMS), which according to the company is an equivalent to GMS. Key features of the Honor 10X Lite include HiSilicon Kirin 710A chipset, 4GB of RAM, 48MP primary camera on the back and 5000mAh battery. The Honor 10X Lite might be launched in India as well very soon since the company is touting today’s launch as a global one.

Honor 10X Lite: Specifications and Features

The Honor 9X Lite was a mid-range smartphone and the Honor 10X Lite continues the same tradition. The phone sports a 6.67-inch Full HD+ display with a resolution of 1080×2400 pixels, 20:9 aspect ratio and a punch-hole on top. Underneath, it has the HiSilicon Kirin 710A chipset paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Honor is launching only one variant of the smartphone. Users can also expand the storage with a microSD card.

As for the cameras, we are looking at a quad-camera system on the back with a 48MP primary lens, 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP macro sensor. To the front, we get an 8MP selfie snapper with f/2.0 aperture. Connectivity options include 4G LTE, VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth and GPS.

The Honor 10X Lite runs Android 10-baed MagicUI 3.1 out of the box. However, it does not offer Google services, so there’s no Google Play Store or any other apps from the search giant. The phone runs on HMS 4.1 with Huawei’s AppGallery which lets the user download apps and games. Lastly, there’s a 5000mAh battery backing the device with 22.5W fast charging support.

Honor 10X Lite: Pricing and Availability

Honor has launched the 10X Lite in three colour options- Emerald Green, Icelandic Frost, and Midnight Black. The phone will retail for 229 EURO (approx. Rs 20,300). There are no details regarding the launch of Honor 10X Lite in India, but it could happen very soon considering the company is marketing the phone as a global one.

Original article: Honor 10X Lite Goes Official: Packs Kirin 710A SoC and 5000mAh Battery

Nokia Streaming Box 8000 With Android TV and Built-In Chromecast Launched

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 05:17 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/nokia-streaming-box-8000-specs/309758/, Nokia Streaming Box 8000 With Android TV and Built-In Chromecast Launched

Nokia Streaming Box 8000 is the latest Android TV box launched in the European market. Similar to its deal with Flipkart in India, Nokia tied up with StreamView in Europe to launch Smart TVs and Android TV-based devices in the country. Last month, we saw the Nokia Media Streamer launching in India at Rs 3,499 and taking on the Xiaomi Mi Box 4K. And now, the Nokia Streaming Box 8000 has made its debut in a different country. There are very slim chances of the Nokia Streaming Box 8000 launching in India. It runs on Android TV and has 4K support as well which the Nokia Media Streamer is missing in India. It also comes with a big remote with a number pad as well. Continue reading to know more about the Nokia Streaming Box 8000 in detail.

Nokia Streaming Box 8000: Features Detailed

The latest streaming box from Nokia runs on Android TV 9.0 Pie out of the box, but it will receive Android TV 10 update in the coming weeks. There’s support for Chromecast as well. The box itself looks very compact and there’s a separate remote control. Since the box runs on Android TV platform, users will be able to download popular apps & games from the Google Play Store. As noted, the streaming device from Nokia has 4K support as well.

Connectivity options on the Nokia Streaming Box 8000 include Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 4.2, HDMI port, Ethernet port, USB Type-C port, USB 3.0 port and AV-out port.

As for the remote control, it is a Bluetooth-based one and features Google Assistant voice control support too. The best thing about the remote is the number pad which is missing on a lot of TV remotes launching these days. The remote also has shortcut keys for Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video and Google Play Movies. Nokia also says the remote is backlit, similar to some of the remotes we get from high-end TVs.

Nokia Streaming Box 8000: Pricing

Nokia has launched the Streaming Box 8000 at 99 EURO (approx. Rs 8,750). As noted, Flipkart may not launch this device in India considering it recently unveiled the Nokia Media Streamer device.

Original article: Nokia Streaming Box 8000 With Android TV and Built-In Chromecast Launched

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Rumoured to Support 120Hz Refresh Rate on 2K Display and More

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 03:31 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/samsung-galaxy-s21-ultra-refresh-rate-display/309744/, Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Rumoured to Support 120Hz Refresh Rate on 2K Display and More

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Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, the most premium model in the next generation Galaxy 'S' series is rumoured to come with a 120Hz refresh rate support on 2K (2,048×1,080 pixels) display. A thing to note here would be that the Samsung Galaxy S20 series devices also got 120Hz refresh rate support with their display, but there was no 2K screen on the devices. So getting a 2K resolution display would be a first for a flagship device from Samsung. Furthermore, camera specifications and some other features of the device have also leaked online—more details on the story ahead.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Rumoured Specifications

As per a leak from the tipster, Ice Universe, the Galaxy S21 Ultra will come with a 120Hz refresh rate display but with a 2K resolution support. If the leak is true, then the Galaxy S21 Ultra will become the first-ever smartphone from Samsung which can support 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.

Adding to this, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is tipped to come with a 108MP ISOCELL HM3 primary sensor. Mobile 91 has also spotted the device in the NFC certification site, and it is being said that the device is registered under the model number SM-G998U.

Previous leaks from other sources suggest that the device will be launched on January 14, 2021. Along with the Galaxy S21 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S21 and S21+ are rumoured to launch on the same date.

The Galaxy S21 series is expected to come powered by the in-house Exynos 2100 SoC for the Indian market which is assumed to be more powerful than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865. However, for the markets such as the United States and China, the Korean tech giant will ship the device with Snapdragon 875 SoC.

The devices are said to launch in several colour options, including White, Black, Silver, Pink, Grey, and Violet. Leaks online suggest that the price of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra will be around $1,300, which is approximately Rs 96,000.

Also, the Galaxy S21 Ultra is rumoured to be the first device which can support S Pen inputs. It would make it the first device in the 'S' series to support the feature.

Original article: Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Rumoured to Support 120Hz Refresh Rate on 2K Display and More

Linksys E5600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router Launched in India, Price and Specifications

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 02:22 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/linksys-e5600-dual-band-wi-fi-router/309728/, Linksys E5600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router Launched in India, Price and Specifications

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Linksys, an American company selling data networking hardware in the country has just launched its latest Wi-Fi router for the Indian market. The new router from the company is, 'Linksys E5600'. It is a dual-band router with support for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz connectivity. One of the key features of this router is that it can support up to 1.2 Gbps data speed. Thus it is a good option for anyone purchasing a 1 Gbps broadband plan. Let's take a detailed look at the specifications and price of the Linksys E5600.

Linksys EF600 Specifications

Linksys EF600 is an AC1200 router which means that the router is capable of delivering 866 Mbps speed on the 5 GHz network and 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz connection. It can provide network coverage for up to 1,000 square-feet area. Adding to this, the Linksys EF600 can handle being connected to more than 10 devices at a time.

There are additional features on this router such as parental controls and separate guest access. Users also get a dedicated Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button on the router for connecting devices directly to the network.

Since it is a router with Wi-Fi 5 technology, it supports 802.11ac and also 802.11a/b/g (Wi-Fi 4) technology. There are four LAN ports for connectivity in addition to one WAN port available. All the ports are placed in a vertical orientation for the convenience of the user. The Linksys EF600 comes with four antennas placed inside the router box and it is powered by dual-core processors.

There is an SPI Firewall, connection indicator LED, WPA2 personal encryption, and Ethernet port LEDs. The user can choose any smartphone, web browser, tablet or a computer to set up the router. The Linksys EF600 measures 220×235.7×91.1mm.

Linksys EF600 Price

Linksys EF600 is a budget-friendly Wi-Fi 5 dual-band router. It has been launched for a suggested retail price of Rs 3,499 whereas the maximum retail price stands at Rs 4,999. The product is already listed on the website of Linksys and people can order it from Amazon and other online e-commerce platforms.

Original article: Linksys E5600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router Launched in India, Price and Specifications

Telecom Operators Register Increase in Prepaid Users, Postpaid ARPU Dips to Rs 224

Posted: 10 Nov 2020 12:47 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/telcos-register-increase-prepaid-users-postpaid-dips/309710/, Telecom Operators Register Increase in Prepaid Users, Postpaid ARPU Dips to Rs 224

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The telecom operators in India registered an increase in the number of prepaid users during the quarter ended June, 2020, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) data reveals. According to the data released by Trai on Monday, the share of prepaid users increased to 95.48% in the quarter ended June as compared to 95.35% in the previous quarter. In the same period in the previous year, the Trai data highlights that the share of prepaid users in the country was at 95.65% translating to 0.18% year-over-year (YoY) decline.

Postpaid ARPU Declines to Rs 228: Trai Data

According to the Trai data for quarter ended June, the prepaid users accounted for 99.46% of the total subscribers in West Bengal with Himachal Pradesh and Bihar also recording high share of prepaid users. In Jammu and Kashmir circle, the share of prepaid users continued to remain low as compared to the rest of the telecom circles in the country. However, on a quarterly basis, the share of prepaid users in Jammu and Kashmir circle increased to 57.68% in the quarter ended June, 2020, as compared to 56.99% in the previous quarter.

The monthly average revenue per user (ARPU) for wireless services is said to have decreased to Rs 90.12 in the quarter ended June, 2020. In the previous quarter, the telecom operators is said to have registered an ARPU of Rs 91.49, translating to 1.50% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decline. However, the Trai data highlights that the monthly ARPU for wireless services increased 21.30% YoY in the quarter ended June, 2020.

In the segment wise breakdown, the prepaid ARPU is said to have "remained same" at Rs 84 while the postpaid ARPU decreased to Rs 224 in the quarter ended June, 2020. It has to be noted that the postpaid services in the previous quarter registered an monthly ARPU of Rs 244.

Average Monthly Wireless Data Usage Per Subscriber Jumps to 12GB

The Trai data highlights that the Tamil Nadu circle including Chennai registered the highest monthly ARPU of Rs 110 in the quarter ended June, 2020, followed by Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Crucially, the monthly ARPU in the Kerala circle is said to have decreased from Rs 127 in the previous quarter to Rs 95 in the quarter ended June, 2020.

Further, the telecom operators in the metro areas including Kolkata, Delhi and Mumbai registered an monthly ARPU of Rs 68, Rs 60 and Rs 83 respectively for the quarter ended June, 2020. In the previous quarter, the metro areas including Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi recorded monthly ARPU of Rs 76, Rs 86 and Rs 99 respectively.

The Trai data also highlights the total wireless data usage during the quarter ended June, 2020 increased to 25,369,679TB as compared to 22,854,131TB in the previous quarter. The users on the 4G networks are said to have contributed to 96.12% of the total wireless data usage in the quarter ended June. Further, the users on the 2G and 3G networks are said to have contributed 0.62% and 3.25% respectively of the total wireless data usage during the quarter ended June. The average monthly wireless data usage per subscriber during the quarter ended June is said to have hit 12.15GB as compared to 11GB in the previous quarter.

Original article: Telecom Operators Register Increase in Prepaid Users, Postpaid ARPU Dips to Rs 224

Amazon Prime Video Bags Exclusive Rights for Streaming New Zealand Matches in India

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 11:45 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/amazon-prime-video-rights-streaming-new-zealand-india/309694/, Amazon Prime Video Bags Exclusive Rights for Streaming New Zealand Matches in India

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Amazon Prime Video, the second-largest over-the-top (OTT) content platform in the country has bagged the exclusive rights for streaming New Zealand cricket matches in India. The OTT giant has joined hands with the New Zealand Cricket Board to stream all the cricket matches until 2025-26 period. It is worth noting that this is the first time Amazon Prime Video is going to stream any kind of live sport for its viewers. Adding to this, the OTT content platform has become the first Indian streaming service to get such an exclusive right from a major international cricket board. More details on the story ahead.

Amazon Prime Video To Stream all International Matches of New Zealand

Amazon Prime Video is going to stream all the matches that are going to be played by New Zealand for the next 6 years in India. It will cover both men's and women's ODIs, T20Is, and Test matches starting in late 2021.

This would also cover the India tour of New Zealand scheduled in early 2022 and another tour for which the dates aren't announced yet. But Amazon Prime Video isn't the first OTT platform to stream live international cricket in India though.

Disney+ Hotstar and Sony Liv both have rights to stream international cricket from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to stream live cricket matches of team India. Amazon Prime Video starting to stream live cricket might break the duopoly that Star and Sony share in India.

Gaurav Gandhi, Director and Country General Manager, Amazon Prime Video said, "We are thrilled to work with New Zealand Cricket on this endeavour as they have a strong, passionate and much-loved cricket team, and the cricketing rivalry between the two countries has been fantastic. We are happy to make this collaboration with New Zealand Cricket our first live sport offering in India, and are confident that our Prime members will be delighted with this initiative."

Even though Amazon Prime Video hasn't bagged a streaming rights deal with the BCCI yet, that doesn't mean the Prime members won't show up for watching New Zealand matches. India is a cricket-loving nation and be it India's or New Zealand's matches; people will turn up for watching live cricket. Thus this deal is certainly going to place Amazon Prime Video in a better position in the country.

Original article: Amazon Prime Video Bags Exclusive Rights for Streaming New Zealand Matches in India

Apple’s ‘One More Thing’ Event to Take Place Today, What to Expect?

Posted: 09 Nov 2020 10:45 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/apples-one-more-thing-event-place-today/309671/, Apple's 'One More Thing' Event to Take Place Today, What to Expect?

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Apple's 'One More Thing' event is scheduled to take place today. As per the Indian Standard Time (IST), the event will start from 11:30 PM. While Apple hasn't revealed any hints on what the event is about, there are a few assumptions which can be made that may prove right. Back in June, in the WWDC 2020 event, Apple announced the silicon chip-based Macs. Along with the new Macs, Apple also announced the new macOS Big Sur. Since Apple didn't mention about either of these in the last two events it conducted in September and October, it is highly likely that today's event is about the new Macs and macOS Big Sur. More on the story ahead.

Apple's 'One More Thing' Event Might Cover More than Macs

Apart from the silicon-based Macs and the macOS Big Sur, there are multiple other products Apple can launch in today's event. The Cupertino tech giant has been rumoured to be developing over-the-ear headphones. These new headphones might come with swappable headbands and ear pads, built-in touch controls, Siri controls, and noise cancellation. But as per a Bloomberg report, the headphones couldn't go into production because the headbands were too tight. Thus the headphones might not come with swappable headbands after all.

Another exciting product that has been rumoured from Apple for quite a while is the tile-like trackers. These tile-like trackers are expected to be named AirTags. The AirTags are small circular discs which users could keep in their bags and track them using Apple's Find My app.

macOS Big Sur Release Date and New Silicon Chipset Macs

The macOS Big Sur announced back in WWDC 2020 event might also get a release date in today's event. The features and first looks of the new macOS were already released in the WWDC 2020 event, the only thing left was the official stable rollout date for the Mac users.

As for the new Macs with silicon chipsets, even if Apple does announce them today, they might not arrive until Q2, 2021, as per a report from Nikkei Asia.

Original article: Apple's 'One More Thing' Event to Take Place Today, What to Expect?