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Every store of Happi Mobiles would have a live demo zone, VR (virtual reality) and AR (augmented reality) to increase the first-hand product experience, a press release from the company said.

Happi Mobiles to open 150-200 stores in AP, Telangana

The company intends to open at least 150-200 stores by providing employment to 1,000 people and aims at a sales target...

18 April 2019 5:59 PM IST

Ming-Chi Quo states that the Cupertino-based smartphone manufacturer is looking for a second partner to supply 5G modems to them.

More mobile phones in the world than humans, data reveals

The ITU estimated 107 mobile cellular telephone subscriptions per 100 inhabitants in 2018.

1 May 2019 10:22 AM IST

As we scroll endlessly through social media, we are feeing our brain with unnecessary and useless bite-sized information. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Here's why we can't resist checking notifications on our phones

A study shows that human brain can get addicted to information as easily as it gets addicted to recreational drugs.

28 Jun 2019 6:01 PM IST

Concept video previews iPhone 11R.

Grey market sales of high-end phones causing revenue loss of Rs 2,500...

The industry body has suggested imposing a maximum customs duty of Rs 4,000 on handsets priced above Rs 20,000.

21 July 2019 3:37 PM IST

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DoT likely to start tracking system for lost mobiles next month

The tracking system would help detect stolen mobiles even if SIM card is removed or IMEI number is changed.

7 July 2019 4:39 PM IST

Mobile phones are one of the most highly touched surfaces according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), along with counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, keyboards, tablets and bedside tables.

Phones with Aarogya Setu may tell you if you're safe but the devices...

Healthcare workers use phones every 15 minutes to two hours, and phone surfaces are virus magnets

15 May 2020 7:51 PM IST

Samsung plans producing Rs 3.7 lakh cr worth mobile phones in India over 5 yrs. (PTI Photo)

Samsung mulls producing Rs 3.7 lakh crore worth mobile phones in India

The government expects mobile phones worth Rs 11 lakh crore will be made in the country in the next five years

18 Aug 2020 8:17 AM IST

The billions of tax dollars avoided by multinational e-commerce, whilst feeding off the commercial data generated by their customers, often without explicit permission and without compensation and we have a fishbowl of growing global inequity. (Photo: AFP)

Sanjeev Ahluwalia | The social media djinn: Excluding and unsocial

India women are 26 per cent less likely to access mobile Internet due to misogyny, harassment and revenge porn

9 May 2021 12:00 AM IST

Drones can be public and security hazards, too. One flying in the vicinity of an airport and hitting an aircraft would cause a tragedy. Already many narrow misses have been reported from all over the world.

Gadget watch: Be secure in the drone age

Some will use drones to pursue their nefarious interests. Regulation is therefore a must and we must do it before events...

12 Jun 2018 6:11 AM IST

The OPPO A83 (2018) runs the old Android 7.1 Nougat, based on ColorOS 3.2.

Oppo looks to strengthen position in premium smartphone segment

India is among the largest smartphone markets globally, and saw 30 million units being shipped in the first quter of...

20 Jun 2018 5:52 PM IST

The UIDAI has not yet issued an official statement over the issue. (Representational Image)

Not asked makers, operators to include helpline number on phones:...

The UIDAI's valid toll free number is 1947, which is functional for more than the last two years.

3 Aug 2018 5:34 PM IST

The government on Sunday prohibited the sale of non-essential items through e-commerce platforms during the ongoing lockdown. (DC Photo)

Sale of non-essential goods through e-commerce platforms prohibited

Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla issued an order excluding the non-essential items from sale by the e-commerce companies

19 April 2020 2:54 PM IST