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OnePlus Buds 4 Debut in India: Price, Specs, Features & Availability
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OnePlus Buds 4 Debut in India: Price, Specs, Features & Availability

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OnePlus unveiled its latest true wireless earbuds, OnePlus Buds 4, pretty quietly in India alongside the newly launched Nord 5 smartphone series. Buds 4 are designed appealingly for tech-savvy users and audiophiles alike by offering loads of premium features at a mid-range price of Rs. 5,999. Specifications & Features of OnePlus Buds 4 OnePlus Buds 4 boasts a cutting-edge dual-driver setup and comes in Zen Green and Storm Grey—strikingly vibrant colors. An 11mm woofer sporting a 30-layer ceramic-metal diaphragm pairs with a 6mm flat-diaphragm tweeter, delivering ridiculously powerful bass and pretty crisp treble. Dual DACs are included, enhancing frequency separation significantly across a broad spectrum ranging from 15Hz up to a quite high 40kHz frequency. Earbuds featuring Hi-Res Audio and LHDC 5.0 codec enable a rather high 1Mbps bandwidth and surprisingly good 24-bit/192kHz high-fidelity audio pretty much always. OnePlus boasts its most potent adaptive noise cancellation yet—up to 55dB ANC across a broad 5,500Hz frequency range—with Adaptive Mode kicking in, automatically switching between ANC and transparency modes based on surrounding noise. Buds 4 utilize a triple-microphone setup and some fancy AI Clear Call algorithm, suppressing background noise pretty effectively during calls. AI Translation stands out, enabling real-time language translation pretty quickly via a triple-tap gesture on fairly select OnePlus devices only. OnePlus 3D Audio and Golden Sound personalization are featured alongside Sound Master EQ presets and BassWave 2.0 for a deeper bass response somehow. Volume swipes, tap-based playback, and long-press noise mode toggles are enabled by touch controls very intuitively on playback devices normally. Buds 4 offer IP55 water resistance and Bluetooth 5.4, with Google Fast Pair and dual-device connectivity surprisingly. Battery Life Battery life stands out with a whopping 45 hours of playtime sans ANC, or 37 hours with it on, including charging case duration. A quick 10-minute charge yields 11 hours of listening time suddenly. Each earbud contains a relatively large 62mAh battery, and the case has a massive 520mAh cell inside it somehow. India Price & Availability OnePlus Buds 4 hit shelves on July 9 at 12 PM IST, sporting a price tag of Rs. 5,999. They will be available through various online platforms like Amazon and Myntra and offline outlets such as Croma and OnePlus Experience Stores.

Starlink Gets Final Nod to Launch in India
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Starlink Secures Final Approval to Launch Satellite Internet in India

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Starlink, Elon Musk‘s satellite internet venture, received final regulatory nod and began operations in India quietly, almost overnight. Starlink’s journey in India has taken a decisive turn as the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre granted its long-awaited approval. Stalled since 2022 due to regulatory hurdles, the company can now move ahead with its mission to provide satellite-based internet nationwide. Last month, the company obtained a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite licence from the Department of Telecommunications, quite recently it seems. Starlink now has IN-SPACe approval to operate its Gen1 satellite network in Indian airspace until July 7, 2030. The clearance includes specific spectrum bands for satellite communications. Starlink can use uplink frequencies of 27.5–29.1 GHz and 29.5–30 GHz for ground stations, and downlink bands of 17.8–18.6 GHz utilizing right-hand circular polarization and 18.8–19.3 GHz utilizing left-hand circular polarization. Permitted bands for user connections span 14.0–14.5 GHz uplink frequencies with LHCP and 10.7–12.7 GHz downlink frequencies utilizing RHCP. Starlink now holds official rights to use specific frequencies for sending data via satellite across various regions in India. Starlink operations are still far from full-scale implementation at present. The company still needs spectrum from the government and must establish ground infrastructure rapidly, and pass necessary testing with stringent security checks. It plans to build at least three major gateway stations nationwide, facilitating various services rather quickly with substantial investment. Trial runs will start soon, and the Department of Telecommunications will likely allocate test spectrum to validate Starlink’s compliance with India’s stringent technical norms. The approval follows a protracted debate over satellite spectrum allocation policy that has been festering quietly beneath the surface for some time now. Starlink leaned towards administrative allocation, while major telecom players like Reliance Jio vehemently pushed for auctions. The government ultimately sided with Starlink’s approach. Starlink has inked preliminary business deals with VSAT providers in India, says Moneycontrol, citing some fairly credible sources. Enterprise and government sectors have likely garnered initial attention before a broader push into the general consumer market gradually unfolds. Starlink now joins Eutelsat OneWeb and Reliance Jio as one of the few operators with full clearance to deliver satellite internet services in India.

Realme 15 Pro Coming July 24: Smarter, Faster, Sleeker Than Ever
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Realme 15 Pro Coming July 24: Smarter, Faster, Sleeker Than Ever

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Realme has confirmed the India launch of its 15 Series on July 24, featuring the Realme 15 Pro as the standout flagship. The company reveals key specs ahead of the official debut, touting the device as its most advanced AI party phone yet, bursting with high-end features. Realme 15 Pro: Key Specifications Realme 15 Pro specs revolve around the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, bringing serious CPU, GPU, and NPU performance boosts. Realme emphasizes the phone’s high performance in gaming and multitasking, backed by strong integration of next-gen AI features. The new AI Ultra Touch Control dramatically enhances responsiveness and precision during intense gaming sessions, with markedly improved touch sensitivity overall. Design Details Sleek and modern—the Realme 15 Pro 5G’s design, revealed in leaks from 91Mobiles, features a striking dual-camera setup on the back. The cameras reside within two circular modules stacked vertically in the upper left corner, and a circular LED flash sits alongside them. Up front, the device boasts a flat display with narrow bezels and a center-aligned hole-punch cutout housing the front-facing camera. Volume and power buttons are situated on the left edge. The slightly protruding power button on the phone possibly indicates the presence of an in-display fingerprint sensor rather than one embedded in the side button.

Indian-Origin Sabih Khan Is Apple’s New COO
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Indian-Origin Executive Sabih Khan Named Apple’s New COO

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Apple Inc. exists somewhat mysteriously behind a veil of secrecy in Cupertino. It has appointed Sabih Khan, a veteran Indian executive, as its new Chief Operating Officer. Current COO Jeff Williams’ planned departure precedes this transition quietly. Khan is set to officially step into the new role later this month, having served nearly three decades as Apple’s Senior Vice President of Operations. Jeff Williams will keep reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook for now, having served quite capably as COO since 2015. He will keep tabs on the Apple Watch and design teams, and Apple says the design division will report straight to Cook after Williams bows out later this year. About Sabih Khan Sabih Khan, born in 1966 in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, spent his early years in Singapore before relocating to the United States to pursue higher education and his professional career. He earned dual bachelor’s degrees in economics and mechanical engineering from Tufts University and a master’s degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Khan launched his career at GE Plastics, then joined Apple’s procurement team in 1995 with considerable enthusiasm. He played a crucial role in reshaping Apple’s global footprint by streamlining the supply chain and spearheading sourcing initiatives behind innovative products. His promotion coincides with India gaining huge strategic importance in Apple’s global plans as a rapidly emerging manufacturing hub and fast-growing market. Tim Cook Applauds Khan’s Leadership Tim Cook praised Sabih Khan’s leadership for significantly reducing Apple’s carbon emissions by over 60%. Cook also highlighted Khan’s massive role in advancing manufacturing tech, rapidly expanding production capabilities domestically, and strengthening Apple’s agility in a very dynamic global landscape. “Sabih is a master strategist and a key architect of our supply chain.” Sabih stands out as a master strategist and key architect behind our complex supply chain operations quite effectively nowadays.

Jack Dorsey Unveils ‘Bitchat’: An Offline, Encrypted Messaging App
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Jack Dorsey Unveils ‘Bitchat’: An Offline, Encrypted Messaging App

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Bitchat, a novel messaging app for iPhone users, has been introduced by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, without internet connectivity, reportedly by Hindustan Times. The app quickly hit its 10,000 tester limit via Apple’s TestFlight and is now in beta. Bitchat operates stealthily via Bluetooth Low Energy mesh networks, enabling clusters of nearby smartphones to surreptitiously swap encrypted messages between devices. Messages hop across phones as users move, effectively expanding communication beyond the standard 30-meter Bluetooth range in a novel manner. Unlike WhatsApp or Telegram, Bitchat relies on a fully decentralized structure driven by its innovative core design. Messages linger on users’ devices briefly and vanish automatically after a short span, preserving privacy. Registration on the app remains fully anonymous and doesn’t require users to provide phone numbers or email addresses. Bitchat boasts stellar features like rock-solid end-to-end encryption and operates without internet or mobile network. Messages get shared within a mesh network only, and no central server or user database exists. Currently, the beta version is heavily focused on ramping up battery efficiency and stabilizing relays. Future updates will likely include Wi-Fi-based mesh networking for higher data capacity and support sharing of various multimedia content. Dorsey publicly released the app’s whitepaper and beta invitation recently.

Honor X9c 5G Now in India – Full Specs, Price & Offers Inside
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Honor X9c 5G Now in India – Full Specs, Price & Offers Inside

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Honor has launched its latest X9c 5G smartphone in India, and it will go on sale during Amazon’s Prime Day from July 12. The device is offered at ₹19,999 with launch discounts and eligible bank offers, available at a special introductory price for a limited time only. Honor X9c emerges as a quite compelling choice under ₹20,000 for buyers seeking a phone with long battery life and a somewhat robust build. The phone’s original price tags at ₹21,999, with pretty attractive specs for its segment, in just one variant available pretty much everywhere now. Pricing, Availability & Launch Offers Honor X9c will cost ₹19,999 during the Prime Day event, which includes a flat discount of ₹1,250 off its original price, basically. SBI and ICICI Bank cardholders can snag an extra ₹750 instant discount on top of existing offers pretty seamlessly. This cannot be combined with the no-cost EMI option available for up to 9 months and is also offered pretty much everywhere. Customers benefit hugely from lucrative exchange offers worth up to ₹7,500 on their old devices being exchanged for new ones quickly. Honor is offering a free 1-year extended warranty worth ₹1,099 as part of the launch bundle pretty aggressively nowadays.The phone comes in Jade Cyan and Titanium Black color options, featuring a single configuration with 8GB RAM paired alongside 256GB storage. Honor X9c: Specifications and Features Honor X9c boasts a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor fabricated on a 4nm process with 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage onboard. A large 6600mAh silicon-carbon battery with 66W fast charging support stands out as a key highlight pretty remarkably. Honor claims the battery life lasts pretty long on a single charge, delivering roughly three days of usage quite effortlessly, it seems. The Honor X9c features a robust Anti-Drop Display that can reportedly withstand falls from up to 2 meters without significant damage. It boasts an IP65 rating, affording pretty decent resistance to random dust particles and splashes of water from various angles. The phone weighs 189 grams and stays remarkably slim at 7.98mm thickness despite looking pretty rugged on the outside. The device sports a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display on the front with a 1.5K resolution, and the refresh rate bumps up pretty quickly to 120Hz. The screen supports 3840Hz PWM dimming and has TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light emission; flicker-free tech reduces eye strain greatly. Honor X9c boasts a 108MP primary camera equipped with OIS and EIS, yielding significantly improved image stabilization for photography purposes effectively. The camera software boasts AI-powered features such as Motion Sensing and AI Eraser, alongside a HIGH-RES mode designed to beef up image quality under wonky lighting. The phone runs MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15, bringing smart features like Magic Portal for drag-and-drop across apps pretty seamlessly over time.

Galaxy Watch 8 Series Leak Reveals Full Specs, Design, and Pricing Ahead of Launch
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Galaxy Watch 8 Series Leak Reveals Full Specs, Design, and Pricing Ahead of Launch

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Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event looms just days away, and a slew of details regarding the Galaxy Watch 8 series have already spilled out online. A major leak has exposed almost every detail about the Galaxy Watch 8 series, revealing that the lineup will consist of the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and the new Watch Ultra model for 2025. Previous leaks hinted at slight alterations and novel functionalities, but this latest report divulges almost all details—from internal enhancements to display specifications. Dealabs via 9to5Google states that all three models will run Samsung’s new One UI 8 Watch skin with the Exynos W1000 chip, built on a bleeding-edge 3nm process. The Galaxy Watch 8 comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes, while the Watch 8 Classic features a 46mm version, and the rugged Galaxy Watch Ultra boasts a massive 47mm titanium case. Battery life will supposedly improve remarkably under certain conditions. The Galaxy Watch Ultra packs a whopping 590mAh battery, while the Watch 8 Classic and standard models sport 445mAh and up to 435mAh batteries, respectively. Samsung has doubled the storage on the Classic and Ultra variants, equipping them with 64GB, compared to the standard Watch 8’s 32GB. All three watches are tipped to feature Super AMOLED displays that can supposedly hit extremely high brightness levels of up to 3,000 nits. The Watch 8 Ultra and Classic models sport 1.47-inch displays at 480×480 resolution, whereas the 40mm version features a 1.34-inch screen with 438×438 resolution. All models deliver a pixel density of 327 ppi. The Galaxy Watch 8 boasts an aluminum frame, while the Classic model features stainless steel, and the Ultra has a remarkably durable titanium body encased in sapphire crystal glass. Each watch includes a suite of sensors such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, ECG, BIA, and an ambient light sensor. Band materials differ, with the Watch 8 typically shipping with a silicone strap, while the Classic sports a hybrid leather-rubber design. Pricing in France hints at a modest hike for the Galaxy Watch 8 and Classic, whereas the Ultra sticks with last year’s steep price tag. The Galaxy Watch 8 Bluetooth-only 40mm variant will likely retail at €379.99 (roughly ₹38,400), and the 44mm version costs €409.99 (nearly ₹41,400). LTE variants cost €429.99 (₹43,400) and €459.99 (₹46,400) for the 40mm and 44mm sizes, respectively. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic in its 46mm form will supposedly set you back €529.99 (₹53,500) for the Bluetooth model and €579.99 (₹58,500) for the LTE version. The Galaxy Watch Ultra 47mm LTE will cost €699.99 (roughly ₹70,700). The Galaxy Watch 8 series is likely to be officially launched at Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9 in New York, together with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7.

Trump Backs Potential TikTok Restructuring: Oracle-Led Deal and “M2” App in Focus Amid US Law Pressures
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Trump Backs Potential TikTok Restructuring: Oracle-Led Deal and “M2” App in Focus Amid US Law Pressures

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TikTok might soon morph dramatically in the US as reports suggest the platform is prepping the launch of a revamped edition squarely aimed at American users. ByteDance undertakes this initiative as part of a broader effort to adhere to new US legislation aimed at limiting foreign tech influence. ByteDance’s China-based operation is brewing a revamped TikTok version internally dubbed M2, apparently scheduled for release in US stores by September 5. Users will gradually make the transition. Users will probably have to migrate before March 2026 or risk losing access when the current TikTok app’s functionality eventually stops working. Rising pressure from US lawmakers amid national security concerns over certain Chinese tech firms prompts this rather sudden strategic move. Former President Donald Trump recently floated the notion that some deal involving TikTok was almost finalized under American ownership. Talks with China regarding the app’s fate might kick off as early as this week, he said vaguely in a recent statement. Sources hint that an Oracle-led US investment group is nearing deal finalization for acquiring TikTok’s US operations amidst ongoing confidential negotiations. Under the arrangement, ByteDance would hold onto a minority share, as majority ownership moves into the hands of US-aligned investors. Such a deal has been considered previously under somewhat similar circumstances — not for the first time, apparently. A previous bid fell apart under Beijing’s scrutiny after Trump suddenly imposed stiff tariffs on Chinese imports. Geopolitical tensions still heavily influence outcomes, meaning any new arrangement will likely need approval from China, which could delay the deal. ByteDance seems quite busy hedging its bets with the M2 app, aiming squarely at the same user experience under a new operational framework. Reports suggest the original TikTok app would eventually be removed from US app stores, and users would migrate gradually, avoiding major disruption. Oracle has reached a highly unusual agreement with the US government, offering its cloud services at deeply discounted rates, reportedly. Oracle’s position in the TikTok deal might be significantly bolstered, since robust cloud infrastructure will be crucial for app management post-transition. TikTok has been suspended in the US for just one day this year, even amid significant regulatory scrutiny and political contention. ByteDance seems utterly focused on safeguarding its American presence via restructuring efforts and strategic technical workarounds as the clock ticks down rapidly.

TECNO POVA 7 5G and POVA 7 Pro 5G Launched in India with Dimensity 7300, AMOLED Display, and 6000mAh Battery
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TECNO POVA 7 5G & POVA 7 Pro 5G Launched in India with Dimensity 7300, AMOLED Display, and 6000mAh Battery

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TECNO has unveiled its latest smartphones — the TECNO POVA 7 5G & POVA 7 Pro 5G — in India, combining powerful performance with attractive pricing. Both devices run on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate 4nm chipset, remarkably paired with the Mali-G615 MC2 GPU, promising a pretty smooth user experience. Detailed Specs of TECNO POVA 7 5G & POVA 7 Pro 5G TECNO POVA 7 5G boasts a rather large 6.78-inch FHD+ LCD display with a refresh rate surprisingly hitting 144Hz and peak brightness soaring up to 900 nits HBM. It runs on Android 15 with HiOS 15 and comes in two storage variants, namely 128GB or 256GB storage, coupled with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM. Storage expandability is facilitated through microSD, while supporting hybrid dual SIM functionality in a rather ingenious device configuration. At the rear, it sports a 50MP main camera along with a secondary sensor and LED flash, while the front hosts a sharp 13MP selfie shooter. Both cameras can record 4K video pretty quickly at 30fps. Additional features boast a fingerprint sensor mounted sideways and an IR sensor alongside stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support on dual microphones and IP64 certification. The phone boasts a rather large 6000mAh battery supporting super quick 45W fast charging quite remarkably, overnight, pretty effortlessly. Connectivity options sprawl across myriad 5G bands and dual 4G VoLTE, alongside Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, USB Type-C, and NFC. It weighs 207 grams and measures 167.25mm by 75.61mm, roughly 8.8mm thick. TECNO POVA 7 Pro 5G ramps things up significantly with a rather large 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display boasting 1224 x 2720 pixels resolution and an astoundingly high 4500 nits peak brightness, alongside a silky smooth 144Hz refresh rate. The screen boasts 2304Hz PWM dimming alongside Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection, enhancing overall durability fairly significantly with extra precautions taken. It runs Android 15 with HiOS 15 and has 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and either 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2 storage onboard. The Pro variant sports dual SIM support, sans microSD slot unlike the standard model. TECNO POVA 7 Pro 5G offers a powerful camera setup featuring a 64MP Sony IMX682 sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide lens for detailed and wide-angle shots. The 13MP front camera supports 4K 30fps video recording, similar to the rear module, making it ideal for vlogging and high-res video calls. The phone includes an in-display fingerprint sensor and IR sensor, alongside stereo speakers and dual microphones featuring Dolby Atmos technology somehow. It weighs 195 grams and measures 163.47 x 75.87 x 8.15mm, boasting the same IP64 rating, slightly lighter and somewhat slimmer overall. Battery capacity stays at 6000mAh with support for 45W wired charging, and it now packs 30W wireless charging capability suddenly. Price and Launch Information — TECNO POVA 7 5G & POVA 7 Pro 5G TECNO POVA 7 5G comes in Magic Silver, Oasis Green, and Geek Black colours at various price points basically. Priced at ₹14,999 for the 128GB variant and ₹15,999 for the 256GB option. Effective prices plummet sharply with limited-time bank deals, landing at ₹12,999 and ₹13,999. POVA 7 Pro 5G is available in Neon Cyan, Geek Black, and Dynamic Grey, with the 128GB model retailing at ₹18,999 and the 256GB variant at ₹19,999. Pricing effectively stands after offers at ₹16,999 and ₹17,999, respectively. Both models hit Flipkart shelves on July 10th, and customers can snag no-cost EMI options from top banks for up to six whole months.

Nothing OS 4.0 Release Window Announced: Phone 3 Will Lead Update
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Nothing OS 4.0 Release Window Announced: Phone 3 Will Lead Update

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Nothing OS 4.0 Launching Soon, Phone 3 Gets It First Nothing OS 4.0 Overview: Nothing recently unveiled Phone 3, its latest flagship device, and simultaneously introduced Nothing Headphone 1, its inaugural over-ear headphones model. Phone 3 comes with a promise of five years of Android OS upgrades and seven years of security updates. Many had eagerly anticipated it would launch with Android 16, rolled out last month to Pixel devices, but it ships with Nothing OS 3.5 based on Android 15 instead. Things might change drastically soon enough, anyway. Confirmed Timeline and Features: Nothing OS 4.0, built on Android 16, will be rolled out this autumn between September and November, according to CEO Carl Pei in a Phone 3 launch video on YouTube. He confirmed Phone 3 will be the first receiving the update. Nothing OS 4.0 will introduce advanced AI capabilities and enhanced integration with the Glyph Matrix API, allowing developers to create new widgets and mini-games. Android 16 is presently available solely on Pixel devices, while other manufacturers continue running rather lengthy beta tests. Nothing OS 4.0 open beta will likely surface soon, giving early adopters an upfront chance at trying some newly introduced features. Other Nothing smartphones will probably get the update in the following weeks after Phone 3 gets the stable version released.

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