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- Telcos Will Get Clarity Regarding Trusted List In October
- Starlink Made Lots of People Happy With Satellite Broadband
- Apple Will Reduce the Number of iPhones In Next Year Launch
- Nokia To Host Launch Event On October 6
- Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro To Support 33W Fast Charging
- WhatsApp Has Removed Messenger Rooms Feature
- Vodafone Idea Brings New Offers for T20 Fans
- Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System Arrives In India
- NEC iPASOLINK EX Advanced Dual Radio System Launched in India
- New Amazon Echo Devices, Alexa Features Launch Set For September 28
- Apple Set to Launch New AirPods, MacBooks This Year
- JioPhone Next Will Require Reliance to Spend More on Subsidy
- Connect Broadband Offers the Most Fun 40 Mbps Plans
| Telcos Will Get Clarity Regarding Trusted List In October Posted: 21 Sep 2021 12:14 PM PDT  Telecom operators including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) will get clarity regarding the trusted list in October 2021. For the unaware, the government had earlier announced that it would be coming out with a trusted list for the telecom operators to follow. This supposed trusted list is aimed to let operators understand which company they can source their network equipment from. None of the operators are allowed to purchase equipment from the companies that are not included in the list. But until now, the government hasn't come out with a list of names. However, that's going to change since, according to a HindustanTimes report, the telcos might get the list in the first week of October. NCSC Said Operators Will Get to See First List on the First Week of OctoberRajesh Pant, the National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC), was earlier designated as the authority to approve companies as trusted or not. According to the publication, Pant said that starting the first week of October, the telecom operators will get a list of trusted companies. Pant explained the verification process thoroughly and said that even the biggest network equipment vendors would have to be verified. According to Pant, India is the first nation in the world to implement such a system where the telcos can only source their network equipment from the trusted sources. This system came into place because of the rising security threats from India's neighbouring nation China. The Chinese vendors, including Huawei and ZTE, aren't expected to be included in the list. Even vendors such as Nokia and Ericsson will have to prove that they are trustworthy sources for the nation. After the companies are approved, the telcos can purchase their equipment from them. The government doesn't expect any bad impact in ease of doing business for the telcos. If there's an emergency, the government will even give a one-time exemption. |
| Starlink Made Lots of People Happy With Satellite Broadband Posted: 21 Sep 2021 09:27 AM PDT  Starlink, a SpaceX owned satellite broadband communications services provider has made a lot of people happy. It has bridged the connectivity gap that a lot of remote and rural areas of the world faced. Just going on the website of the company, you will find testimonies of people who have used its services and are so grateful for it. There are people such as Jody M (living in Merrill, Wisconsin, US) who had no other option than consuming internet from 50-year-old copper lines. But the presence of Starlink has changed their lives since they can also leverage connectivity in the same way, quality and speed as does a regular person. Another person, Chris T, living in Bridgewater, England, Great Britain, said that he is very happy that he could upgrade to a powerful internet connection with Starlink as opposed to getting 900 Kbps speed earlier. These are just two testimonies, but there are several other people who have appreciated what Starlink is doing. Starlink is currently working on the regulatory approvals required for providing satellite broadband services in India. Starlink to Improve DrasticallyStarlink will improve drastically as it goes out of the beta phase in October 2021. The company had last year announced the initiation of beta services in October. After one year, Starlink is ready to go aggressive with its services and is confident that it can provide stable services to consumers around the world. Starlink will ensure that regardless of the location that a person is living in, he or she can get internet connectivity the same way any person does in an urban city with a fiber broadband connection. Satellite broadband connectivity will also ensure that businesses operating offices in remote/rural areas of different countries can get better connectivity. Getting great and consistent speeds from satellite broadband will help people in more than just one way. However, it will still take some time for Starlink to start providing services in different parts of the world. The issue isn't providing coverage, it is getting regulatory approvals from different governments. |
| Apple Will Reduce the Number of iPhones In Next Year Launch Posted: 21 Sep 2021 08:15 AM PDT  Apple just launched the iPhone 13 series comprising four models including a mini variant. Following this, rumours regarding iPhone 14 series have started making rounds on the internet. Now, it has been hinted that Apple will skip the iPhone 14 mini next year. Going by this claim, the iPhone 13 mini is the last mini variant from the company. It was tipped that the iPhone 12 mini did not gain much traction and the sales were not too impressive as expected. However, it was one of the best flagship models with a compact form factor. Apple To Skip Mini iPhoneThe well-known tipster Jon Prosser took to Twitter to claim that Apple will not launch the iPhone 14 mini next year. So, if you are trying to about the mini variant, then the iPhone 13 mini is the last option available for you, he added. On questioning his level of confidence regarding this information, he said that he is sure about this development. Notably, this is not the first time that we are coming across such a claim. Back in June this year, Ming-Chi Kuo, the analyst speculated that the 2022 iPhone models will be called iPhone 14. It was also hinted that the iPhone 14 series will not have a mini model. Furthermore, the analyst cited the poor sales of the iPhone 12 mini while the iPhone 13 mini's market performance is yet to be revealed. Despite skipping the mini model, Kuo estimated that the Cupertino tech giant could bring four new models in 2022. It is speculated to launch two high-end models and two low-end models. Both versions are likely to come with 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch screens. For those who are unaware, the iPhone 13 mini is similar to iPhone 12 mini flaunts a 5.4-inch Super Retina XDA display. The latest offering features a smaller battery than the standard variant. However, the rest of the features are similar to that of the standard model. These aspects include the Apple A15 Bionic chipset, a dual-camera setup at the rear, and more. When it comes to the iPhone 13 pricing, the mini variant is priced starting from Rs 69,900 for the 128GB variant. The other variants with 256GB and 512GB storage options are priced at Rs 79,900 and Rs 99,900 respectively. |
| Nokia To Host Launch Event On October 6 Posted: 21 Sep 2021 06:16 AM PDT  Nokia G50 5G, Nokia T20 Tablet Rumored SpecsFrom the existing reports, the Nokia G50 5G smartphone is believed to be launched with an octa-core MediaTek Helio G80 processor that is said to be coupled with 4GB and 8GB of RAM. Also, it is tipped to arrive with up to 512GB of storage space as well. A 4800mAh battery is likely to power the smartphone from within to ensure that the lights are turned on. The upcoming Nokia smartphone in question is likely to feature a large 6.8-inch display with an HD+ resolution and a multiple-camera setup at its rear with a 48MP primary sensor. Some leaks hint at a pair of Nokia-branded TWS earphones, which suggest that the smartphone could be bundled with this accessory in select markets. On the other hand, talking about the Nokia T20 Android tablet, it is speculated to flaunt a 10.36-inch display. While the details pertaining to its hardware aren't known, it is believed to run a Snapdragon 4xx SoC. However, rumours suggest that Nokia could use a Unisoc chipset but the model is not known. It is said to be paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage space. The Nokia T20 could arrive in both Wi-Fi and 4G variants and is said to be priced at EUR 185 (approx Rs 16,000) and EUR 202 (approx Rs 17,000) respectively. Notably, the Nokia T20 will be the second tablet from the company with the first one being the N1 Slate that went official in 2015. |
| Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro To Support 33W Fast Charging Posted: 21 Sep 2021 04:58 AM PDT  Google Pixel 6 is the latest flagship smartphone has been revealed. The flagship smartphone series is all set to go on pre-order starting from October 19 and shipments will begin on October 28. Now, a few reports claim that the Pixel 6 Notably, these features are to be rolled out to Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphone series and will arrive with 33W wired fasting charing as well as Live Feature Mode. However, it is confirmed that this device will not ship with a 33W fast charger within its box. Google Pixel 6 Series Fast Charging SupportAs per XDA Developers, Google will add the 33W fast charging support to Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones, the latest generation models. The publication has also shared some regulatory labels for the Pixel smartphones that Google reportedly submitted. These have been shared with Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC). Notably, the charging label shows that the soon-to-be-launched Pixel smartphones will support 5V/3A (15W), 9V/2A (18W), 9V/3A (27W), and 11V/3A (33W) charging speeds. One of the previous reports hinted that the Pixel smartphones will be shipped without a 33W charging brick. Another report had suggested 23W wireless charging support.Live Translate FeatureFurthermore, the report goes on to state that the Pixel 6 series smartphone will have the Live Translate feature, which could debut with the Pixel 6 series but may also be available for other Pixel smartphones running Android 12. Reportedly, this Live Translate feature will reportedly translate captions, messages, text detected in the camera viewfinder, and act as an interpreter based on the language chosen by the user. It also shows how to set up the Live Translate feature on Android 12. Going by the same, you need to first head on to Settings > System. The settings show a toggle for turning the Live Translate feature on or off. Also, it is speculated that it will give users the option to choose the language a user wants the translation in and if they want to download the language pack over mobile Internet. There are more than 50 languages that are said to support the Live Translate feature. |
| WhatsApp Has Removed Messenger Rooms Feature Posted: 21 Sep 2021 03:45 AM PDT  Facebook-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has been rolling out many new features for its users of late. The new features include the group icon editor, the ability to migrate chats from Android devices to iPhones and vice versa and more. Now, it looks like WhatsApp will remove a feature that was rolled out last year. Well, the talk is about the WhatsApp Messenger Rooms feature. This feature was initially launched in May 2020 and it lets users quickly create a group with up to 50 members on Facebook Messenger. WhatsApp Messenger Rooms To Be RemovedA report by WABetaInfo, the WhatsApp tracker site notes that the WhatsApp Messenger Rooms shortcut has been removed from the chat share sheet for both the iOS and Android versions of the app. This shortcut has been removed for another shortcut, claims the report. Also, it adds that the company could be monitoring the usage of this feature and might have felt that it is not being used by many. The report has revealed that the WhatsApp beta version for iOS 2.21.190.11 and the Android beta version 2.21.19.15 have been spotted without the WhatsApp Messenger Rooms shortcut in the chat share screen. This hints that the messaging platform could have disabled the feature with these versions. Eventually, users can see the shortcuts to share Document, Camera, Audio, Gallery, Location and Contact in the in-chat menu. These will help them to tap on the particular shortcut and share the desired information with their contacts on WhatsApp.Upcoming WhatsApp FeaturesBesides the removal of the WhatsApp Messenger Rooms, the instant messaging platform is working on the ability to transcribe voice messages. Currently, the feature is said to be under testing for iOS beta users. We can expect this ability to be rolled out to Android users of WhatsApp in the near future. To transcribe voice messages, WhatsApp will need permission to share the speech data with Apple. It will ask users to provide the necessary permission for the transcription. Also, it will store the transcribed messages locally, so that Facebook will not be involved in the process, thereby assuring the privacy of users. |
| Vodafone Idea Brings New Offers for T20 Fans Posted: 21 Sep 2021 02:38 AM PDT  As the cricket fever is catching up with the ongoing T20 tournaments, Vodafone idea (Vi) has launched the 2nd edition of 'Play Along' along with more entertainment as well as offers for its T20 fans. This second edition of the popular game concept rewards users and keeps them engaged as they play and watch the live T20 league matches. They will be able to experience a whole lot of fun with the rewards that they can earn between September 20 to October 15. Vi Launches 'Play Along' For UsersThe telco has announced T20 Dekho bhi, Khelo bhi, and Jeeto bhi on the Vi app exclusively. Notably, Vi users can play the game alone or along with their friends and win attractive prizes with each of the 30 live matches that will be stretched over 26 days. Users can win daily prizes on each match apart from the bumper tournament prize. With the 2nd leg of the T20 tournament, Vi has teamed up with Disney+ Hotstar to provide Vi customers with the opportunity to watch the ongoing cricket matches live from their smartphones at their convenience.Vi 'Play Along' ConceptThe 'Play Along' game will be available for both Vi prepaid and postpaid users. It needs a one-time registration from the Vi app's home page. Based on the match scheduled for the day, there will be daily challenges. Participants need to predict game outcomes such as who will win the toss, who will win the cricket match, how many runs they will score in the next over and much more. Basically, participants need to use their cricket knowledge to score points in the game. The match results aka leader boards will be published once the day's play is over. The winners will be announced daily for the day's matches. Participants can win any number of times during the period of 26 days and there is no limit on the number of wins. Also, participants can create their own leagues and compete against one another, and invite their family and friends to play the match. There are daily prizes and these include smartphones, laptops, iPad, sports bikes, and free holidays to Dubai among others. |
| Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System Arrives In India Posted: 21 Sep 2021 12:40 AM PDT  Linksys, the connected home division within the Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT) and Belkin International, has today launched the Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System in India. Note that this mesh system was already present in the international markets and has only launched in India recently. It is the latest flagship Wi-Fi 6 mesh system from Linksys, which starts at Rs 19,999. Let's take a look at the complete specifications and price of the Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System. Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System SpecificationsThe Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System is powered by the Qualcomm Networking Pro 800 platform. From the name itself, it is evident that this latest flagship mesh system can support Wi-Fi connectivity. As per the company, Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System is an affordable and viable solution for households that face issues with their broadband Wi-Fi networks connected to smartphones, Internet-of-Things (IoT) products, laptops, TV, and more. The Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System will solve all the Wi-Fi range and coverage issues for the users in their homes so that they can easily work and learn from home. Linksys said that the Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System combines the benefits of the latest WiFi standard with Linksys' award-winning Velop Intelligent Mesh™ Technology. This enables the system to deliver true gigabit Wi-Fi speeds to every nook and corner of the home, all with scalability, flexibility, and interoperability with Velop mesh systems.Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System PriceAs mentioned above, the Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System starts at a price of Rs 20,000 for a single pack. The single pack (MX4200) is recommended for 1 to 2 bedroom homes. Further, the MX8400 (dual-pack) is priced at Rs 39,999, and this is recommended for 2 to 3 bedroom homes. Lastly, the MX12600 (three pack) is priced at Rs 56,999 and is recommended for 3 to 4 bedroom homes. |
| NEC iPASOLINK EX Advanced Dual Radio System Launched in India Posted: 20 Sep 2021 11:59 PM PDT  NEC Corporation of India (NEC India) today announced the launch of iPASOLINK EX Advanced Dual, NEC’s outdoor, integrated, ultra-compact microwave radio system supporting 70-80 GHz band communications (E-band), in India. This solution is aimed at providing support to the increased backhaul demand in the country. The low latency, multi-functional, and compact iPASOLINK EX Advanced Dual caters to mobile operators that provide LTE Advanced and 5G services, as well as other customers demanding reliable and high-capacity transmission for epoch-making services. NEC Radio Equipment Have Lowest Failure Rate in the IndustryiPASOLINK EX Advanced Dual is highly adaptable to network loads, whether unexpected or scheduled, provides flexibility and agility at a lower cost (compared to optical fibers) with matching reliability that satisfies demanding customers and their end-users. Moreover, NEC’s radio equipment boasts the lowest failure rate in the industry, providing customers with long-lasting stable operations and high cost-efficiency. NEC is at the forefront in developing and providing field-proven, reliable wireless backhaul solutions through NEC’s PASOLINK series of Microwave Radios for service providers all over the world. iPASOLINK EX Advanced Dual is NEC’s first wireless equipment to offer 20 Gbps capacity. Compared to fiber transmission, the solution is the best realistic alternative in the market and is ideal for operators looking to expand with rapid and cost-effective deployments in the Indian market. Some features of NEC's iPASOLINK EX Advanced Dual include maximum transmission capacity of the 80GHz spectrum with AMBR (Adaptive Modulation and Bandwidth Radio) that enables end-users to avail fast and stable network speed despite high traffic. Its built-in advanced L2 switch with ERPS and H-QoS support, among others, enables carrier-grade Ethernet services as well. Its compact and lightweight body also makes it easy for installations and can be mounted easily on rooftops or poles without reinforcements, thereby minimising installation costs. This new radio system is certainly something that telecom operators in the country can leverage in the coming 5G era. |
| New Amazon Echo Devices, Alexa Features Launch Set For September 28 Posted: 20 Sep 2021 10:43 PM PDT  Previous Amazon ProductsAmazon unveiled the new Fire TV stick, Echo speakers, Ring cameras that are an accessory for Tesla owners to monitor their car's security remotely and Eero routers among other products in the previous years at the hardware event. Also, it took the wraps off a few experimental products in the previous event including an Echo Loop ring, Ring drone that can fly around automatically within your home when a motion alert is triggered, and Echo Frames glasses but these were not released in select markets including India. Earlier this year, Amazon launched the new Echo Show 10, 2nd gen Echo Show 8, and the Fire TV Stick 4K Max in India. The Echo Show 8 2nd gen model comes with camera controls, a microphone, and the ability to delete voice recordings. Similar to other devices with displays, the Echo Show also features in-built covers that close the camera if the Alexa is recording. Also, it is a cheaper alternative to Echo Show that went official with a swivel display for Rs 24,999. Notably, it is more compact and can be placed anywhere and is priced at Rs 11,499. Talking about the Fire TV Stick that was launched in India recently, it is the most expensive streaming stick priced at Rs 6,499. It supports 4K UHD, HDR, and HDR10+ and Dolby Vision as well. Also, there is Dolby Atmos support for a cinematic experience at your home. |
| Apple Set to Launch New AirPods, MacBooks This Year Posted: 20 Sep 2021 09:12 PM PDT  Apple is all set to launch multiple new products this year. The Cupertino tech giant recently came out with the new iPhone 13 series, Apple Watch Series 7, iPad mini 2021, and more in the September 14 event. Now, the company is expected to launch new products, including AirPods 3 and MacBook Pros' powered by the M1X processors, very soon. The company is on track to launch all of these products in the coming weeks. But as per reports online, there won't be a redesigned MacBook Air in the company's launch plans. AirPods 3 and MacBook Pro With M1X to Launch In the Coming WeeksAs per previous reports, it is clear that the AirPods 3 are already in the mass manufacturing stage and will launch in the coming weeks. Apple might not hold separate events for the two products. If the AirPods 3 are ready to go along with the new MacBook Pros', Apple might announce a new event in October itself. Last year, Apple had announced the new MacBook lineup powered by the M1 chipset in November because it had launched the iPhone 12 series in October. This year the company has launched the new iPhone 13 series in September, so it is very possible that a new MacBook lineup along with the AirPods 3 might come in October only. But Apple isn't expected to launch the Apple AirPods Pro 2 and a new generation of iPad Pro this year too. The company might unveil them in an event planned for early 2022. The new MacBook Pros' with the M1X processor are expected to come in 14-inch and 16-inch screen sizes. The 14-inch model is expected to retain the size and the form factor of the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro but will come with smaller bezels which will automatically increase the screen size. The AirPods 3 are expected to come with support for Lossless Audio. |
| JioPhone Next Will Require Reliance to Spend More on Subsidy Posted: 20 Sep 2021 08:50 PM PDT  Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), the parent company of Reliance Jio, India's number one telecom operator, will have to spend more on the subsidies it plans to provide to the customers for making JioPhone Next affordable. For the unaware, JioPhone Next is an ultra-affordable 4G smartphone that both Jio and Google have developed together for the Indian market. The expected launch of the smartphone was delayed from September 10 to the coming festive season. There is no fixed date provided for the launch. Coming back to the primary point, RIL will have to spend thousands of crores in addition to what it had planned for spending on subsidies to keep the device affordable for the customers. Rising Component Prices Major Issue for JioPhone NextJioPhone Next is not going to be affordable if Reliance doesn't increase subsidies. An analyst, at the condition of anonymity, told ET Telecom that if Jio plans to price the JioPhone Next around Rs 4,000 and also sell 75 million units, it will have to increase the subsidy per handset to Rs 2,500, which will mean Rs 18,750 crores overall. The reason why Reliance Jio will have to spend more on subsidies is the rising cost of smartphone components. From chipsets to displays, everything has become more expensive because of the supply constraints that the pandemic has brought. The high cost of components is expected to be there for another year as the demand isn't going to go down, and it will take some time for new manufacturing facilities of components to start working. According to the publication, another analyst said that Jio could also go with the 'Buy now, pay later' scheme. The company can price the upfront cost for the consumers very low, and the rest of the amount can be paid at a later date in pieces or together. JioPhone Next is aimed at reducing the legacy network consumers in India. It will be really interesting to see if it can do that. |
| Connect Broadband Offers the Most Fun 40 Mbps Plans Posted: 20 Sep 2021 06:33 PM PDT  Connect Broadband is not a very big internet service provider (ISP), but it is well known to the people where it provides services. Basic or entry-level plans are not usually very good. Most of the ISPs don't offer any 'fun' plans, which are very affordable. Almost every entry-level broadband plan comes with basic internet speed and nothing more. But Connect Broadband has changed that with its varied offerings. The ISP offers not one but multiple types of 40 Mbps plans. One is the basic where you don't get much except for the internet speed, and the second is where you also get additional benefits which make your experience of using the plan 'fun'. Let's take a look at how much Connect Broadband's 40 Mbps plan costs and what does it offer. Connect Broadband 40 Mbps Plans That Are FunAs mentioned above, Connect offers multiple types of 40 Mbps plans. If 40 Mbps speed is sufficient for you and you are also looking at getting over-the-top (OTT) benefits with them, here is everything you can get from Connect. The first kind of 40 Mbps plan that you can get from Connect is the normal one with unlimited data. Note that all of the company's unlimited plans offer 3.3TB or 3,300GB of fair-usage-policy (FUP) data. The cheapest and not so much fun 40 Mbps plan from the company costs Rs 499 per month. It also offers a free landline connection with unlimited voice calling. There is nothing more to this plan. But then, you also get two other types of 40 Mbps broadband plans from the company. The first plan for Rs 666, and the second comes for Rs 888. Both of these plans are very fun for the users because they bundle the over-the-top (OTT) benefits of multiple platforms. Both the plans offer unlimited data (3.3TB) and 40 Mbps speed along with a free Antivirus key and landline connection with unlimited voice calling. The Rs 666 plan comes with 4 OTT benefits – ZEE5 Premium, SonyLIV, Voot Select, and ShemarooMe. The Rs 888 plan, on the other hand, comes with eight different OTT benefits – ShemarooMe, Voot Select, SonyLIV, ZEE5 Premium, Hungama Music, EpicON, Hungama Play, and Eros Now. Now, these are some of the most expensive 40 Mbps plans in India currently, but no one can deny that they have the 'fun' element many are looking for. If 40 Mbps speed is enough for you and you also have a flexible budget, this can be a better deal for you even than the 100 Mbps plans that come with no OTT benefit and almost cost the same. |
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