Microsoft – Microsoft and Xiaomi’s new laptops in India; Oppo, Vivo’s phones; government launches vaccine tracker and other top tech news of the week
Launches are back in the technology industry. The week saw new launches from Microsoft, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, LG and others in the Indian market. As the vaccine rollout gains pace across India, the government has launched a vaccine tracker that gives citizens daily updates on vaccination progress in the country. All this and more in Gadget Now’s top tech news of the week …
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Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G and Oppo Enco X True Wireless Noise cancelling earphones launched
Oppo expanded its smartphone as well as audio products line-up with the launch of the Oppo Reno 5 Pro 5G Enco X True Wireless Noise-cancelling earphones in India. While the smartphone is priced at Rs 35,990, the TWS earbuds are priced at Rs 9,990. Read the complete story here.
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Qualcomm launches new chipset Snapdragon 870 5G; to power premium Android phones
Chip maker Qualcomm launched the Snapdragon 870 5G mobile chipset as a follow-on to the flagship Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset. The new Snapdragon 870 5G chip claims a clock speed of up to 3.2 GHz and is armed with Kryo 585 CPU. Read the complete story here.
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Indian government sends letter to WhatsApp on new privacy rules
The Indian government has asked WhatsApp to withdraw the recent changes in its privacy policy. In a letter sent to the company CEO Will Cathart, the government said that the unilateral changes are unfair and unacceptable. Read the complete story here.
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LG K42 launched at Rs 10,990; comes with military grade certification
South Korean tech giant LG expanded its smartphone lineup in India with the launch of LG K42. The rugged smartphone is priced at Rs 10,990 and comes with military grade certification. Read the complete story here.
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Skullcandy launched Jib True TWS earbuds at Rs 2,999
Audio brand Skullcandy has launched its TWS earbuds dubbed as Jib True. Priced at Rs 2,999, these earbuds come with ANC and have a total claimed battery life of 22 hours. Read the complete story here.
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Vivo Y31 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 SoC launched
Vivo has launched a mid-range smartphone — called Vivo Y31 — in India. The key highlight of the smartphone is its triple camera setup with 48MP primary sensor. Read the complete story here.
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Harman launches JBL C115 TWS earbuds at an introductory price of Rs 4,999
Samsung-owned audio brand JBL by Harman launched JBL C115 true wireless earbuds in India. Priced at Rs 4,999, these house a 5.88mm dynamic driver. Read the complete story here.
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Soundcore launches Infini Pro soundbar with Dolby Atmos support at Rs 15,990
US-based audio brand Soundcore by Anker launched its 3D soundbar Infini Pro in India. Soundcore says that it’s the world’s first all-in-one Dolby Atmos soundbar. Read the complete story here.
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Mumbai Police busts 12 fake online shopping websites that duped people of Rs 70 lakh
Mumbai Police busted fake shopping websites racket that duped people. “Don’t Fall In The Dark Web Of Fake Sites! Mumbai Cyber Police arrested an IT expert from Gujarat, busting a fake online shopping racket. Using fake websites selling household items, accused duped 22,000+ people for more than Rs 70 lakh,” said Mumbai Police in a tweet. Read the complete story here.
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Google threatens shutdown in Australia if forced to pay for news
Google said it will disable its search function in Australia if the government proceeds with a media code that would force the company to pay local media companies for sharing their content. Australia is on course to pass laws that would make the Big Tech giants negotiate payments with local publishers and broadcasters for content. Read the complete story here.
