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Consumption of lock screen content by Indians up 35%, shows data

This resulted in brands finding new ways to create meaningful mobile experiences for their audiences

UK phones to get emergency alert system to warn of life-threatening events

A siren-like alert will be sent to mobile phone users across the UK next month to test a new public warning system over life-threatening events such as severe weather events, the British government announced on Sunday. A UK-wide alerts test will take place in the early evening of Sunday, April 23, which will see people receive a test message on their mobile phones. The government said the new Emergency Alerts will be used very rarely, only being sent where there is an immediate risk to people's lives, so people may not receive an alert for months, or even years. While currently not covered, terror alerts could also be added to the list of potential events that would trigger a notification over time. We are strengthening our national resilience with a new emergency alerts system, to deal with a wide range of threats from flooding to wildfires, said Cabinet Office minister Oliver Dowden. It will revolutionise our ability to warn and inform people who are in immediate danger, and he

Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus review: Packs quite a punch in slender form factor

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus cuts no corners nowhere. It delivers holistic experience that lifts further when the smartphone is used as a connected device in Samsung products ecosystem

Nokia C12 budget smartphone goes on sale at introductory price of Rs 5,999

The Nokia C12 is offered in 2GB RAM + 64GB storage configuration, and dark cyan, charcoal and light mint colours

Samsung launches Galaxy A54 5G, Galaxy A34 5G smartphones in India: Details

Pre-reserve for the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G started today with availability on Samsung exclusive and partner stores, Samsung online, and other online platforms from March 28

Vivo V27 Pro review: All-round smartphone with focus on imaging capability

The Vivo V27 Pro impresses with its interesting colour changing design, bright and responsive screen, novel imaging-related features, and swift performance

Business isn't ringing for sub-Rs 10k smartphones as costs rise, 5G knocks

Inflation, higher component costs among reasons for decline of popular segment

Rajeev Chandrasekhar denies reports of mandatory lab testing of OS updates

On Tuesday, Reuters reported that India might ask smartphone makers to allow the removal of pre-installed apps and mandate screening of major operating system updates

Govt's new security testing plan targets pre-installed phone apps

Smartphone players often sell their devices with proprietary apps, but also sometimes pre-install others with which they have monetisation agreements

POCO X5 5G with Qualcomm SD 695, 120Hz AMOLED screen launched: Price, specs

The POCO X5 5G will be available in supernova green, wildcat blue and jaguar black colours on Flipkart from March 21

Realme to redefine entry-level smartphone segment with realme C series

These devices come equipped with impressive specifications and features that make them formidable smartphones in the entry-level segment

Samsung Galaxy F14 5G to launch in India next week, to cost under Rs 15,000

Samsung is all set to launch an affordable Galaxy F14 5G smartphone in India next week that is likely to start below Rs 15,000, industry sources said on Monday

Google Pixel 7a may be equipped with 8GB of RAM, updated camera bar design

Tech giant Google's upcoming Pixel 7a smartphone will come equipped with 8GB of RAM and will feature an updated camera bar design, the media reported

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 5 may feature 6.2-inch outer screen

The tech giant is expected to unveil the Z Fold 5 later this year alongside a new Flip device and Galaxy Watch, the report said

Indian telecom market sees 36% value growth in offline retail: Report

Experts forecast 2023 to be stable with value-driven growth for the Indian telecom market compared to 2022

itel launches A60 smartphone with 5000mAh battery at Rs 5,999: Details here

The new smartphone is designed with dual security features to provide customers with the option to use either a fingerprint sensor or face recognition technology

Apple iPhone SE 4 may feature OLED panel from Chinese supplier: Report

Due to production problems, BOE missed the initial number of OLED panels intended for this year's iPhone 15 series, with Samsung and LG claiming the majority of orders, reports MacRumors

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip-enabled phones to support built-in 'iSIMs'

The new iSIM, like Thales' eSIM, comes fully compliant with the GSMA Remote SIM Provisioning standard, meaning subscriptions can be managed remotely via any standard platform

Vivo V27 Pro: Unboxing | Hands-on | First looks | Aura Light | Curved screen

Xiaomi 13 Pro India pricing, launch offers, availability announced: Details

The Xiaomi 13 Pro will be available in limited stocks. It will be available with introductory offers, including up to Rs 12,000 exchange bonus exclusive to existing Xiaomi and Redmi smartphone owners