Google Pixel Watch 2 gears up for October 4 launch in India. Here’s everything you need to know! - CNBCTV18

The tech giant, Google, is set to introduce its Pixel Watch 2 in India on October 4, 2023, at the Made by Google event. The product would be available for purchase a day later, that is, October 5, 2023, exclusively on the e-commerce app, Flipkart. Currently, the pricing and other specifications of the new product by Google aren't known. However, some reports have made speculations about the features of Google Pixel Watch 2.

Google's announcement about the Pixel series

On Friday, September 8, Google announced that it'll roll out its Pixel 8 series in India. The tech behemoth shared that Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro models would be available for pre-order exclusively on Flipkart on October 5. Furthermore, the company stated that the Google Pixel Watch 2 would also be available for purchase on the same date.

What are the features of Google Pixel Watch 2?

While the company hasn't revealed specifications about the watch, it has definitely teased the public by sharing a glimpse of its design by posting a video of the product on X. The Pixel Watch 2 might have advanced features compared to the Pixel Watch but it does resemble the model to a great extent. Moreover, the launch of Pixel Watch 2 in India is a notable step by Google since the previous model in the series wasn't launched in the country.

According to various reports, the Google Pixel Watch 2 is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 chipset, most probably the Snapdragon W5 or Snapdragon W5+. This is because a Google Search Console listing suggests that the watch would be powered by the Qualcomm SW5100 SoC. Furthermore, the watch is thought to be operated using the recently launched Wear OS 4.

In addition, it promises a 24-hour battery life accompanied by an always-on display. Therefore, it ought to have better features than the previously launched model despite the similar design. Further, it is expected that four new watches, namely, Accessible, Arc, Analog Bold, and Bold Digital, will be introduced with the launch of Pixel Watch 2 in India. Also, it's estimated that the watch would feature an aluminium body.

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Pixel 8 Series Design Revealed; New Pixel Watch, Buds Launch Confirmed - Gadgets 360

Pixel 8 series, including the standard Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, is all set to launched by Google on October 4. Ahead of the official debut, the California-based tech giant has revealed the design of the smartphones. Google has also hinted at other devices that are scheduled to launch on the same day. These include new smartwatch and earphones, which could be the Pixel Watch 2 and new Pixel Buds Pro. The company has also announced the pre-order sale date for its upcoming Pixel 8 series, along with the smartwatch and earphones. 

Weeks ahead of the launch event, Google has given a glimpse of the products that will release on October 4. A teaser video posted on X by Made by Google (@madebygoogle) has revealed the debut of Pixel Watch 2 and the new Pixel Buds Pro, apart from the Pixel 8 series, on October 4. Both the smartwatch and earphones will launch in at least a Porcelain colour variant, as shown in the video.

In another teaser video posted by Made by Google, the company revealed the official design of the upcoming Pixel 8 series. While the standard Pixel 8 could be seen housing dual camera rear unit, the Pixel 8 Pro is shown with triple rear camera setup. The Pixel 8 Pro could debut in at least a Porcelain White colour variant, as seen from the video. On the other hand, the Pixel 8 is confirmed to get a Pink colour option, among other colorways.

In the same video, the company has also announced that the pre-order for both the smartphones, Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will start from October 4. The launch event is scheduled to start at 10am ET (7.30pm IST) on October 4.

The company is yet to reveal the official sale date for the Pixel 8 series smartphones and other devices. However, they are expected to debut within the first half of October 2023. 

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Logitech's Pebble 2 Collection includes a stylish compact mouse and keyboard - XDA Developers

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PhonePe launches celebrity voice feature with Amitabh Bachchan on its SmartSpeakers - The Siasat Daily

New Delhi: PhonePe has launched a first-of-its-kind celebrity voice feature on its SmartSpeakers in collaboration with the iconic Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan.

This new feature will allow PhonePe SmartSpeakers across India to validate customer payments in Bachchan’s distinct voice. This industry-first celebrity voice feature is currently available in Hindi and English, with plans to roll this out for other languages in the future.

The PhonePe SmartSpeaker was launched a year ago, and since then, four million devices have been used by merchant partners across 19,000 postal codes (covering over 90 per cent of the country).

In what is a true testimony to their popularity, the SmartSpeakers validate 100 crore (1,000 million) transactions across the country. The addition of a celebrity voice, featuring Amitabh Bachchan, will enhance the payment experience for both merchants and customers, making it more interactive than ever before.

“We are delighted to launch a unique celebrity voice feature for our SmartSpeaker for merchant partners across India. Bachchan’s voice has an instant and universal recall, and it resonates with millions of Indians across the country,” said Vivek Lohcheb, Head of Offline Business at PhonePe.

“Being a popular Indian app used by one in four Indians, we believe this collaboration will further elevate the popularity of the PhonePe SmartSpeaker for merchants and customers alike,” he added.

To enable this new feature from the PhonePe for Business app, merchants will need to first open the PhonePe for Business App and then go to the SmartSpeaker section on the home screen.

Under ‘My SmartSpeaker’, click on ‘SmartSpeaker Voice’ then choose Amitabh Bachchan’s voice in the preferred language and then click on ‘Confirm’ to activate the voice.

The device will get rebooted with the updated language in Bachchan’s voice within a few hours.

Moreover, some of the other features that make PhonePe SmartSpeakers stand out in the market include portability, a best-in-class battery, great audio clarity even in the noisiest of environments, and the compact and versatile form factor, which allows merchants to use it even in the most congested counter spaces.

Earlier merchants using feature phones relied heavily on SMS, but now with the PhonePe SmartSpeakers, their payment validation experience has been significantly eased.

PhonePe SmartSpeakers provide voice payment notifications in multiple Indian languages, with up to four days of battery life, dedicated data connectivity, a dedicated battery level LED indicator for ease of use, audio alerts for low battery levels, and a dedicated replay button for last transaction.

By offering such convenience to merchants, PhonePe is seeing the successful adoption of its SmartSpeakers in the market, thus enabling an increase in digital payments.

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Future 'iPhone Ultra' Model Could Capture Spatial Photos and Videos for Vision Pro Headset - MacRumors

A future "iPhone Ultra" model could capture spatial photos and videos to be displayed in Apple's Vision Pro headset, according to a rumor shared by a Weibo account with a proven track record for disclosing accurate information about Apple's plans.

The camera configuration of a future "‌iPhone Ultra‌" model released after the launch of the Vision Pro headset will reportedly "lead the market to rethink what kind of photos and videos a mobile phone should take." It seems highly likely that the information refers to the capture of spatial photos and videos, a unique feature of the Vision Pro that uses outward-facing cameras to record immersive 3D content.

Spatial videos and photos are designed to have "incredible depth," according to Apple, allowing the user to "see into a moment." Apple says that the feature is designed to allow users to relive their memories like never before. From Apple's press release announcing the Vision Pro headset:

Featuring Apple's first three-dimensional camera, Apple Vision Pro lets users capture, relive, and immerse themselves in favorite memories with Spatial Audio. Every spatial photo and video transports users back to a moment in time, like a celebration with friends or a special family gathering. Users can access their entire photo library on iCloud, and view their photos and videos at a life-size scale with brilliant color and spectacular detail.

Standard photos and videos from an iPhone or another device can still be viewed on the headset, but the 3D images and videos are considerably more immersive and can only be captured using a Vision Pro itself. The feature is so central to the Vision Pro experience that the device has a dedicated mechanical button on the top to activate it.

In light of the latest rumor, it seems possible that this "three-dimensional camera" could be headed to the ‌iPhone‌, likely adding further hardware to the existing rear camera configuration that consists of a main wide camera, telephoto camera, ultra wide camera, LiDAR scanner, and Adaptive True Tone flash. The Weibo user cautioned that additional information about the new ‌iPhone‌ capability is currently incomplete, suggesting that there may be more to follow.

It is also worth noting that the "‌iPhone Ultra‌" moniker has been frequently used across Chinese social media platforms when discussing a future "Pro Max" model following rumors that Apple was planning to rename the device earlier this year. The change is no longer expected to occur this year, but according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple could release a new high-end device called the "‌iPhone Ultra‌," sitting above the "Pro Max" in the lineup, as soon as next year. The Apple Vision Pro headset is set to launch in early 2024.

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Top Tech News Today: Locally-Made iPhone 15 May Debut In India Alongside Global Launch, Meta To Offer Paid Versions Of Facebook, Instagram In The EU, More - ABP Live

Locally-Made iPhone 15 May Debut In India Alongside Global Launch

Amid India becoming a key manufacturing hub for electronics and iPhones, this year, Made in India iPhone 15 models will debut in the country in the middle of September, thus, reducing the gap with the global launch, the media has reported. Last year's iPhone 14 models were made available in the country a month after their assembling was started in the Chennai facility 10 days post the global unveiling. This year's iPhone 15 line may narrow the gap with the global debut, if not a simultaneous release, said a report by Economic Times (ET), citing sources familiar with the development.

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Meta To Offer Paid Versions Of Facebook, Instagram In The EU

Social networking giant Meta is making a significant move in the European Union (EU) where it will offer paid subscriptions to Instagram and Facebook users, in the wake of the region's comprehensive digital regulation strategy. The paid versions of Facebook and Instagram will come with no ads for users in the EU, The New York Times has reported, citing three people with knowledge of the development. Those opting for the premium membership plans will have a seamless experience and will get to choose to stay out of the company's ad-based services that rely on ad-based revenue models tied to user engagement.

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OnePlus May Launch A Budget Android Tablet

Handset maker OnePlus may launch a budget Android tablet. The tab is the purported OnePlus Pad Go which briefly appeared on the company's forums, as spotted by leakster OneNormalUsername. According to a report by Android Authority, the tipster spotted a post on OnePlus Forums which was later removed and could not be seen again. The post seen by the tipster on OnePlus forums referenced the OnePlus Pad Go and another device “OPD2304” in the device identifier fields. The budget Android tab may be launched in India and not all markets, globally.

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Xiaomi Uniblade Trimmer With Rotary Dial Launched

Handset maker Xiaomi has unveiled its Uniblade trimmer which comes with an electric shaver. It has a sleek design that’s ergonomic. This grooming tool is crafted to trim, edge, and shave hair of any length, catering to a range of grooming needs of men. With a 90-minute charge via a Type C cable, the Xiaomi Uniblade cordless trimmer claims to offer a full hour of continuous use. Xiaomi Uniblade comes with a one-year warranty and will be available on Mi.com, Amazon, Flipkart and other retail stores at a price of Rs 1,499.

WhatsApp Bans More Than 70 Lakh Bad Accounts In India In July

Meta-owned WhatsApp has taken down more than 70 lakh bad accounts in the country, in compliance with India's IT Rules 2021, the company has said. The world's most popular instant messaging platform banned over 72 lakh bad accounts in India in July. The messaging platform, which has over 500 million users in India, got another record 11,067 complaint reports in the month of July in the country and the records actioned were 72. Meta-owned WhatsApp noted in its monthly compliance report: "Between July 1-31, 72,28,000 WhatsApp accounts were banned. 31,08,000 of these accounts were proactively banned, before any reports from users."

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Global News Organisations Seek Legal Protection Of Copyright Against Open AI Platforms

Leading news organisations from around the world joined hands to pen an open letter addressed to regulatory bodies and AI-focused tech companies, urging lawmakers worldwide to implement rules safeguarding copyright in the utilisation of news content for training generative AI models. These news entities are advocating for regulators to facilitate compensation to publishers for the AI-driven exploitation of their published news content by tech industry behemoths.

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Realme C51, a budget-friendly smartphone launched in India. Check price, specs and features | Mint - Mint

Realme has launched its new affordable Realme C51 smartphone in India. It features a 6.74-inch HD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, Unisoc T612 SoC, dual rear cameras (50MP primary), 8MP selfie camera, 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging, and runs Android 13. Launch offers include a Rs. 500 discount with select bank cards, and it is available starting September 4 through Realme.com, Flipkart, and offline stores.

Realme C51: Price in India

The Realme C51 is priced at Rs. 8,999 in India, and it is available in a single configuration with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. You can choose from two color options: Carbon Black and Mint Green. The early bird sale starts today, September 4, at 6 pm and can be accessed through Realme.com, Flipkart, and offline stores.

As part of the launch promotions, Realme is offering a Rs. 500 discount on the Realme C51 when purchased with HDFC, SBI, ICICI, Axis, or Kotak Bank.

Realme C51: Specifications

Realme C51, the latest addition to the lineup, features a 6.74-inch HD (720 x 1,600) display boasting a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate. It delivers a peak brightness of 560 nits. Powering the device is an octa-core Unisoc T612 SoC, coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of built-in storage. Additionally, it supports RAM expansion technology, providing the option for up to 4GB of virtual RAM. Out of the box, the Realme C51 runs on Android 13.

The Realme C51 comes equipped with a dual rear camera setup, which includes a 50-megapixel primary camera featuring an f/1.8 aperture, accompanied by a secondary sensor. On the front, it sports an 8-megapixel selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture, perfect for selfies and video calls.

Furthermore, the Realme C51 is powered by a robust 5,000mAh battery and offers 33W SuperVOOC fast charging support. Notable features of the phone encompass a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, dual SIM functionality, and a 3-card slot. In terms of dimensions, it boasts a slim profile at 7.99mm thickness and weighs in at 186g.

 

 

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