Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Early Renders Showcase Wider Displays and Slimmer Design

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 are still new in the market, but speculations about their successors are already emerging on the Web. Most recently, early renders of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 based on one of Samsung’s newest patents have leaked online. The renders indicate some design improvements for the book-style foldable phone.

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OnePlus 12 Receives First Software Update in India; Includes Master Mode With Hasselblad Colour Tuning

OnePlus 12 was recently launched in India, as well as globally. The phone ships with Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 and is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. Now, the Indian variant of the OnePlus 12 has received its first software update which offers users a few new features and some improvements.

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iPhone 15, iPhone 16 Shipments to Decline by Up to 15 Percent in 2024 Due to Multiple Factors: Ming-Chi Kuo

iPhone 15 series and iPhone 16 series shipments could drop by up to 15 percent this year, according to TF Securities International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The smartphone maker is reportedly facing competition from Huawei and other brands in China, while more customers are upgrading to foldable phones and flagship phones with generative AI or GenAI features, according to...

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Death Stranding Director's Cut Now Available on iPhone, iPad and Mac With 50 Percent Discount

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now out on the App Store on iPhone, iPad and Mac computers. The surreal package delivery game from Kojima Productions can be played on the A17 Pro-powered iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, and iPad models and macOS devices running on the M1 chip or later.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Larger Battery Than Galaxy Z Flip 5

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to launch alongside the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 later this year. Previous reports claimed the Galaxy Z Flip 6 may get upgrades to the camera and display. Now, another report suggests that the clamshell foldable may also get a bigger battery compared to the Galaxy Z Flip 5.

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SUV mania: Car companies poised for bumper January sales

Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai, the leading carmakers in the country, are set to achieve their best January sales driven by strong consumer demand, particularly for SUVs. Industry estimates suggest that over 375,000 vehicles will be dispatched this month, an increase of more than 8% compared to January 2023. The share of SUVs in the domestic market is expected to grow to 52-53% this year. The preference for SUVs has led to an increase in the average selling price of passenger vehicles in India. Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai are confident about the continued demand for the rest of the quarter.

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Toyota keeps crown as world's top-selling automaker in 2023

In 2023, Toyota Motor achieved a global sales record of 11.2 million vehicles, securing its position as the world's top-selling automaker for the fourth consecutive year. The 7.2% increase was driven by robust overseas sales, totaling 8.9 million units. Toyota's parent-only vehicles, including Lexus, reached a record 10.3 million sales, with hybrids comprising one-third and battery electric vehicles less than 1%.

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Tecno Pova 6 Pro 5G Set to Debut at MWC 2024 With Dolby Atmos Support

Tecno Pova 6 Pro 5G is confirmed to launch at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona in late February. The handset will debut as the first Pova 6 series smartphone and it will be the first Tecno handset to come with support for Dolby Atmos spatial sound.

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OnePlus Nord N30 SE With MediaTek Dimensity 6020 SoC, 33W SuperVOOC Charging Launched: Price, Specifications

OnePlus Nord N30 SE was unveiled in the UAE on Monday, January 29. The newly launched smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6020 chipset and is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W wired fast charging. It is available in a single RAM and storage configuration and two colour options.

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Samsung 20,000mAh Power Bank With 45W Output, USB Type-C Compatibility Launched

Samsung has launched a 20,000mAh power bank with 45W output. The product was listed on an e-commerce platform in the UK. It now features three USB Type-C ports, however, it can only charge two devices at the same time. The power bank is available in the sole beige colourway and has been priced at GBP 59.99 (approximately Rs. 6,340). It is not available in India at the...

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Budget 2024 Expectations: Auto companies seek continued push to green mobility, infrastructure development

Budget Expectations: Leading firms in the automobile industry are expecting the upcoming Interim Budget to focus on promoting green mobility and infrastructure development. They are calling for policies that encourage the adoption of electric vehicles and a rationalized duty structure and GST for luxury cars. The industry also hopes for consistent policies and no surprises in the budget. Additionally, there are expectations for continued support for electric vehicles through the FAME scheme and addressing GST anomalies in self-drive cars.

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CEAT looks to grab opportunity in replacement tyre market growth fuelled by PV sales

Tyre maker CEAT Ltd aims to capitalize on the growth in passenger vehicle sales in India, expecting a boost in demand for replacement tyres. The company is preparing to enter the US passenger vehicles and truck and bus radial tyre market in the first quarter of the next fiscal year to fuel international growth.

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Indian luxury car buyers move from diesel to electric

Diesel vehicle sales in the luxury segment have plummeted, while electric vehicle adoption by the wealthy has surged. Diesel's share of luxury vehicle sales dropped to 35% in 2020 from 80% in 2018, as electric vehicles accounted for 6% of the market. Affluent buyers, who can install charging points at home or work, are driving demand for luxury EVs. Car makers like BMW, Audi, and Mercedes are surprised by the strong demand for EVs in a country with limited charging infrastructure. As diesel sales decline, luxury carmakers are focusing on petrol and electric vehicles.

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Top SUV models hit new high, cross 1-lakh sales mark in 2023

India's enduring fascination for SUVs continues, fueled by practicality, spacious interiors, and perceived safety. More than half of the 16 passenger vehicle models that surpassed 100,000 unit sales in 2023 were SUVs. The trend is likely to continue with new SUV models proving to be instant hits. Demand for hatchbacks and sedans has fallen sharply, with over half of new car buyers preferring SUVs. Maruti Suzuki aims to increase its SUV market share to 25% this year, launching the Fronx and Jimny models.

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Realme 12, Realme 12+ Listing Surfaces on BIS Website; Realme 12+ Design Revealed via MIIT Certification

Realme 12 5G and Realme 12+ 5G launch in India could take place soon as the phones are now listed on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) website. The Realme 12+ 5G has also been listed on China's MIIT certification website, along with images of the purported handset, which give is our first look at this design.

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Infinix Smart 8 Pro With 50-Megapixel Camera, 5,000mAh Battery Launched

Infinix Smart 8 Pro has been silently launched by the company as the newest Smart 8 series phone. It features a 6.6-inch IPS LCD screen and is powered by a MediaTek Helio G36 SoC paired with up to 8GB of RAM. The phone runs on Android 13 (Go edition) and is equipped with a 50-megapixel rear camera.

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Apple's Plan to Comply With EU's DMA Regulation 'Farce', Spotify Says

Spotify has called Apple's new plan to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) "a complete and total farce." The iPhone maker could face strong action from the bloc if its proposed App Store changes do not comply with the Digital Markets Act, according to the EU's industry chief.

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Moto G34 Review: Affordable 5G

Moto G34 5G was recently launched in India. It is one of the most affordable 5G phones available in the country. The phone gets a Snapdragon 695 SoC and a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup. Here’s our review of the phone.

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Xiaomi 14 Ultra Key Camera Details Leaked; Likely to Retain Placement as Xiaomi 13 Ultra

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra camera design might be similar to its predecessor, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, but it might get brighter lenses, as per a new leak. The leak shows the alleged cover glass of the upcoming smartphone and highlights that it could again come with Leica branding. As per the report, the primary camera could get an f/1.6 aperture as opposed to the predecessor’...

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Vivo Y100 5G With Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, 50-Megapixel Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

The Vivo Y100 5G launch took place in Indonesia. The smartphone gets a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, a 50-megapixel primary camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 80W wired fast charging support. It is available in Black Onyx and Purple Orchid colour options. The handset comes just a month after the launch of the Vivo Y100i Power in the Chinese market.

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Asus ROG Phone 8 Series Goes on Sale in India via Vijay Sales: Price, Specifications

Asus ROG Phone 8 and Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro are available for purchase in India via Vijay Sales retail outlets. Days after the Asus ROG Phone 8 series was launched in the country, customers can now purchase the phones that are equipped with Qualcomm's latest flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor paired with up to 24GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage.

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Google Brings Circle to Search, Magic Compose, More to Pixel 8 Pro With January Feature Drop

Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are getting new features with the January Pixel feature drop. The January feature drop update comes with the new Circle to Search feature found on the Galaxy S24 series of smartphones. It also adds a new mode to the thermometer app on the Pixel 8 Pro, and generative AI features on the flagship phone.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series to Be Available on Blinkit in Select Cities; Doorstep Delivery in 10 Minutes

Samsung announced a tie-up with Blinkit to deliver its recently launched Galaxy S24 series in India. Customers in Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR and Mumbai can order Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+ and Galaxy S24 smartphones on the instant delivery platform for doorstep delivery. The handsets are claimed to be delivered in less than 10 minutes of receiving the order.

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iPhone 16 Pro Max to Feature Larger, Improved Primary Camera Sensor, Tipster Claims

iPhone 16 Pro Max will be equipped with an improved primary camera sensor, according to details leaked by a tipster. The flagship iPhone model expected to debut this year is tipped to feature a new Sony sensor that offers improved dynamic range and better low light performance.

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Google Pixel 9 Leaked Images Suggest iPhone 15-Like Flat Edges, Triple Rear Cameras

Early renders of the Pixel 9 series have already started emerging on the Web, giving us a look at what the company's next flagship smartphones could look like. The renders for the Pixel 9 show the handset in a blue shade and suggest three cameras on the rear. This would be a significant update for the vanilla model.

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OnePlus 12R First Impressions: Almost Flagship

OnePlus 12R was launched alongside the OnePlus 12 at the company's Smooth Beyond Belief event today. The phone is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and features a 5,500mAh battery. It gets a new and brighter display, and a lot of improvements over the OnePlus 11R. Here's our first impressions of the OnePlus 12R.

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Design Renders Leak; Suggests Flat Edges, Redesigned Camera Bar

Pixel 9 Pro renders have emerged online offering a glimpse into the possible design of Google's next flagship. The renders suggest a design deviation from the past few generations. The Pixel 9 Pro seems to have flat edges similar to what we’ve seen on iPhone units and a redesigned camera bar.

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Indian Railways cuts SUV mass transport rates by 33%

According to officials aware of the matter, the new rates for transporting SUVs is 33% lower than the existing charges for moving large passenger vehicles. "There was a demand from automobile transporters to rationalise rates since demand for large cars has risen in the Indian market," a top railways official told ET. SUVs have become the rage with the share of such vehicles rising to 49% in the domestic passenger vehicle market in calendar year 2023. In comparison, the share of small cars, once the dominant category, fell to about 30% in the same period.

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Two Realme Note Series Phones in Pipeline for 2024 After Realme Note 50; Might Not Make It to India

Realme Note 50 is all set to go official on January 23 as the company’s first-ever Note-branded smartphone. Now, Francis Wong, CEO of Realme Europe and Global Marketing Director, has hinted that two more Note series smartphones are in the pipeline for release this year. The company has set a goal of 10 million units in 2024.

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Honor X9b India Launch Date, Price, Specifications Leaked: Tipped to Run on Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC

Honor X9b is tipped to be launched in the country on February 8 or February 9 and will be priced between Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000. The sale offers are said to bring the price as low as Rs. 23,999. He claims that the Honor X9b and Honor Choice X5 True Wireless Earbuds (TWS) will be available for under Rs. 35,000.

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Two-wheelers drive back to the future, the electric way

Encouraged by the electric-powered rebirth of the Bajaj Chetak - which has been a runaway success - and a thriving domestic electric two-wheeler market, two more iconic 70s brands are electrifying their yesteryear favourites.

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OnePlus 12 Price in India, Sale Date Leaked Ahead of January 23 Launch

OnePlus 12 is all set to go official on January 23 in India at the 'Smooth Beyond Belief' event alongside the OnePlus 12R. Just a day before the formal launch, a fresh leak suggests price details of the flagship phone. It is tipped to go on sale in the country starting January 30.

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Sunroof Surge: India's buyers drive demand, prompting carmakers to elevate the roof game

Once considered a luxury feature, currently more than one out of every four cars sold in the local market is equipped with a sunroof, up from just about 7% five years ago. In models where the feature is available, sales are even higher at 55%. Be it premium hatchbacks, sedans or fast-moving sport-utility vehicles, demand for sunroofs is on the rise in a predominantly tropical country.

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Croma Republic Sale 2024: Discover Exclusive Deals on 7 Popular Items

Big discounts on phones, TVs, and more on Croma this week!

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Tata Motors to increase prices of its PVs from Feb 1

Tata Motors announces price hike across models, including Electric Vehicles (EVs), effective from February 1, 2024, to partially offset the rise in input costs. The company plans to increase prices by 0.7% on average. Earlier, Tata Motors had already announced a price hike for its commercial vehicle models to offset the residual impact of past input costs.

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Only zero-emission cars can help tackle air pollution, reduce oil imports: Tata Motors

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Managing Director Shailesh Chandra stated that only zero-emission cars can contribute towards reducing air pollution, cutting fuel imports, and achieving net zero targets. He emphasized that hybrid cars do not align with these objectives, as they run on polluting fossil fuel and cannot be compared to pure electric vehicles (EVs). Chandra highlighted that hybrid cars help improve fuel efficiency and meet emission-related regulations, but they should not receive the same support as EVs. He stressed the need to support zero-emission technologies to counter air pollution and achieve net zero goals.

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Carmakers go extra mile to keep vehicles light

Indian carmakers are using lightweight materials like high strength steels and aluminium alloys to reduce the weight of bulky SUVs while adding more features. This helps to maintain lower CO2 emissions and improve fuel efficiency. The usage of high-strength steels and hot-stamped parts has increased in new age cars, reducing weight by around 30 kg. Mahindra & Mahindra has managed to reduce the weight of their SUVs, such as the XUV-700, by 79 kg despite new feature additions and increased vehicle length. Additionally, the sales of plug-in hybrids, electric vehicles, CNG, and ethanol options are offsetting emissions from larger vehicles and contributing to a reduction in average CO2 emissions in India.

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Vivo G2 With 13-Megapixel Rear Camera, Dimensity 6020 Chip Launched: Price, Specifications

Vivo G2 has been launched in China. The smartphone is equipped with a 6.56-inch LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. it is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6020 processor, paired with up to GB of RAM and up to 256GB of inbuilt storage. It runs on Android 13-based OriginOS 3 out-of-the-box, and packs a 5,000mAh battery.

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Hyundai completes Talegaon plant acquisition; earmarks Rs 6,000 crore investment in Maharashtra

Hyundai Motor India completes the acquisition of General Motors India's manufacturing plant in Talegaon, Maharashtra. The company will invest Rs 6,000 crore in Maharashtra as part of an agreement with the state government. The acquisition was completed after fulfilling conditions and receiving regulatory approvals. Hyundai Motor India is committed to providing benchmark products and technologies to Indian customers and aims to augment manufacturing capacity in India

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series to Be Manufactured in Noida Facility for Sale in India and Export

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra at its Galaxy Unpacked event in the US earlier this week. During the launch event, the South Korean conglomerate announced that the latest Galaxy S24 series will be manufactured at its factory in Noida, Uttar Pradesh for both domestic sales as well as exports.

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Realme 12 Pro 5G Series Confirmed to Offer 120x Super Zoom; Camera Samples Teased

Realme 12 Pro 5G series is all set to go official in India on January 29 with at least two entries — Realme 12 Pro and Realme 12 Pro+. As the launch date nears, Realme is revealing more details about the smartphones. The Realme 12 Pro 5G family is confirmed to feature a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B periscope lens.

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Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+ and Galaxy S24 Ultra Price in India Announced

Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+ and Galaxy S24 Ultra were launched in India and global markets by the company on Wednesday. The latest flagship smartphones are equipped with up to 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Displays and up to 200-megapixel rear cameras. All three handsets in the series run on Android 14-based One UI 6.1 and come with several artificial intelligence (A...

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series to Come With Google's Gemini AI Capabilities

Google announced that the new Samsung Galaxy S24 series will use Gemini, the company's foundational model, to power the AI capabilities. Gemini Pro will be integrated into select Samsung apps to enhance functionalities.

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Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24 Ultra With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC Launched

Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra have been launched at the Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday, January 17. As expected, following multiple leaks and rumours, the new flagship smartphones come with Galaxy AI that includes a suit of smart AI features including Live Translate, Note Assist, and Circle to Search with Google.

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Govt forms panel to examine demands for inclusion of more components in Auto PLI: Minister

The government forms a committee, headed by an Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Heavy Industries, to assess the auto industry's request for expanding the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. The committee, comprising 11 members, will consider integrating more automotive components into the PLI scheme due to technological advancements. The PLI Scheme for Automobile and Auto Components sees a one-year extension, targeting determined sales over five consecutive financial years (2023-24 to 2027-28), with successful investment of Rs 67,690 crore against the Rs 42,500 crore estimate.

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Apple Tops Samsung in Global Smartphone Shipments for First Time Since 2010: IDC

Apple surpassed Samsung to ship the most smartphones in 2023, shows a new report by market research firm IDC. It's the first time the Cupertino-based tech giant has overtaken Samsung in worldwide smartphone shipments since 2010. Apple's rise comes on the heels of the increasing popularity of premium iPhone models and aggressive trade-in offers.

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Realme Note 50 Live Images, Key Specifications Surface Online; Tipped to Launch on January 24

Realme has announced that it will soon unveil the Realme Note series of smartphones. The company has not yet confirmed the name of any model but has officially teased the launch date of the first Realme Note phone. Reports have tipped that a phone with the moniker Realme Note 50 could be the first model in the new series. Now several leaks hint at key specifications, ...

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Expect SUVs to account 65 pc of total sales in India this year, 20 pc from EVs by 2030: Hyundai

Hyundai Motor India plans to invest Rs 7,000 crore on its second plant at Talegaon in Maharashtra, aiming to increase sports utility vehicle sales to 65% of its overall volumes in 2024. The company also plans to introduce the new Creta mid-sized SUV and commence production at the newly acquired plant.

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Maruti Suzuki announces price hike across models to offset inflation

Maruti Suzuki has announced a 0.45% price hike across its models due to increased cost pressure from inflation and increased commodity prices. The hike will take effect from January 16, 2024. The weighted average increase across models is around 0.45%. Other automakers, including Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Honda Cars India, and luxury car dealer Audi, have also hiked prices this month

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Realme Note 1 Specifications Leak Online Shortly After New Series Teased; Launch Timeline Tipped

Realme has confirmed that it will soon introduce a new line of smartphones with the moniker "Note." Previous reports suggested that the Realme Note 50 could be the first model in the new upcoming series to be unveiled in the market. However, a new leak has surfaced online that suggests that the first handset in the Realme Note series could be the Realme Note 1.

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Maruti, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Renault post record rural sales in 2023

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor, Tata Motors, and Renault India achieved their highest-ever share of sales from rural markets in 2023. While rural demand for fast-moving consumer goods and consumer durables was affected by inflationary pressures, car sales in rural areas saw double-digit growth.

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Realme 12 Pro 5G Series With a Periscope Camera India Launch Date Confirmed

Realme 12 Pro 5G series, with a Realme 12 Pro and a Realme 12 Pro+ model, will be unveiled in India later this month. Over the past few weeks, the company has teased details about the upcoming handsets. The design of one of the handsets and a colourway has already been officially revealed. Now Realme has confirmed the launch date of the Realme 12 Pro 5G series.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Leaked Hands-On Video Suggests Flat Display, Slim Bezels

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is expected to be unveiled alongside the Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24+ at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17. Almost all details regarding the design, specifications and features of the anticipated models have been leaked. As we inch closer to the launch, a hands-on video of the Galaxy S24 Ultra has surfaced online.

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Auto exports decline 21% in 2023: SIAM

Overall exports stood at 42,85,809 units last year compared to 52,04,966 units in 2022. Passenger vehicle shipments rose 5% to 6,77,956 units last year from 6,44,842 units in 2022.

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After HC blow, GM staff union may focus on compensation

In his 43-page order, Justice Milind Jadhav observed that if a company approaches the court for closure of its establishment on the ground of accumulated losses as per the law, the possibility of unemployment of the workers can't be a ground to compel the company to run its business and refuse closure. "The accumulated losses in the present case are substantial. They pan out over almost a decade prior to the closure announced by the company.

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Infinix Smart 8 With MediaTek Helio G36 SoC, 5,000mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Infinix Smart 8 has been launched in India. The phone was initially unveiled in Nigeria in November 2023. The Indian variant shares all major specifications and features with its Nigerian counterpart. The handset comes with an octa-core MediaTek Helio SoC and a 5,000mAh battery. It is equipped with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit and the Magic Ring feature.

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Automobile exports from India dip 21% in 2023: SIAM

Automobile shipments from India declined 21% last year due to monetary crises in overseas markets, according to SIAM data. Overall exports fell to 42,85,809 units from 52,04,966 units in 2022. Passenger vehicle shipments increased by 5% to 6,77,956 units, while commercial vehicles, two-wheelers, and three-wheelers saw declines in exports. Two-wheeler exports slipped 20% to 32,43,673 units, and three-wheeler exports declined 30% to 2,91,919 units.

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Realme 12 Pro+ Design, Specifications Revealed via First Impressions Video Ahead of Debut

Realme 12 Pro+ 5G design and specifications have surfaced online after the phone was spotted in a first impressions video posted by a YouTuber. The phone is shown to sport a curved AMOLED screen, feature a triple camera setup, and run on a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip out-of-the-box. It could arrive in beige and blue colourways.

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Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2024 Goes Live for Prime Members: Best Offers on Mobile Phones, Electronics

Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2024 is now open for Prime members. The sale will kick off for everyone else at 12pm on January 13. We've handpicked the best deals and offers you can grab on smartphones, laptops, Amazon devices, and other gadgets on the first day of the sale.

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Car sales in India drive past 4-million mark in 2023

More than 4.1 million cars, sedans and utility vehicles were sold in the domestic market last year, an 8.2% increase from the 3.79 million vehicles sold in 2022, showed data from industry body Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) issued on Friday. Growth was powered by demand for utility vehicles, which comprised 57.4% of total sales.

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Kia reveals prices for Sonet facelift compact SUV: Here is the full variant-wise price list, features

Kia Motors has unveiled the prices for the highly anticipated facelifted Sonet compact SUV in India, starting at Rs 7.99 lakh for the base variant and going up to Rs 15.69 lakh for the top-of-the-line X-Line trim. The updated Sonet offers 19 variants, including 5 diesel manual trims. Exterior changes include refreshed front fascia, larger LED headlights, redesigned bumper, LED light bar at the rear, and new alloy wheels.

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Nothing Phone 2 Gets Massive Discount During Flipkart Republic Day Sale 2024; More Offers Revealed

Nothing Phone 2 was introduced in India in July 2023 with three RAM and storage configurations. The phone is available exclusively in the country via Flipkart, one of India's leading e-commerce sites, which will begin its annual Republic Day Sale on January 14. Ahead of the sale, Nothing has revealed certain deals and offers that customers can avail of if they purchas...

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Biogas most viable for small cars, says Maruti's RC Bhargava

"Biogas is the best fuel as it is renewable and has zero emission. It's the best solution for small cars in India. Depending on the way various technologies develop, particularly the way the battery prices come down, the situation may change in the future," Bhargava told ET on the sidelines of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit.

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Realme 12 Pro 5G Series Design, Camera Features, Colour Option Revealed Ahead of Launch

Realme 12 Pro 5G series is confirmed to launch in India later this month. The lineup is likely to include a Realme 12 Pro and a Realme 12 Pro+ model, which are said to succeed the Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+, respectively. The company recently teased the India launch of the series and has also revealed some key camera details and a colour option of the handsets.

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Samsung Galaxy XCover 7, Galaxy Tab Active 5 With IP68 Build, Military-Grade Durability Launched

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 rugged smartphone and Galaxy Tab Active 5 rugged tablet have been launched with 5G connectivity. Both the Galaxy XCover 7 and Galaxy Tab Active 5 have IP68-certified built and military-grade (MIL-STD-810H) durability. They sport Gorilla Glass Victus protection to withstand tough working environments.

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Moto G Stylus (2024) Renders, Key Specifications Leaked; Could Get 50-Megapixel Rear Camera

Moto G Stylus (2024) is expected to launch sometime later this year. It is said to succeed the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) which was unveiled in May 2023. The launch timeline of the Moto G Stylus (2024) has not yet been revealed, but design renders of the handset have now leaked online. The leak also lists some key specifications of the phone.

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Maruti Suzuki to invest ₹35,000 crore in Gujarat factory to churn out 1 million cars each year

In his address, T Suzuki, representative director and president of Suzuki Motor Corp, said: "Compared to 10 years ago, we expect 1.7 times in vehicle production and 2.6 times in export sales in the current fiscal." The company will set up a one million unit per annum capacity plant in Gujarat, second in the state and fifth in the country. This will entail an investment of ₹35,000 crore. Production is likely to start in FY29.

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Google Pixel Call Screening Feature Said to Arrive in India and Other Countries Soon

Google Pixel call screening feature could soon be available in India and other countries. The company's Pixel-exclusive feature that transcribes calls from unknown and spam callers is currently available in select countries and languages, and could soon come to over 10 more languages and regions in the future, including India.

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Vibrant Gujarat summit: Suzuki Motors to invest Rs 3,200 cr in new production line & Rs 35,000 cr in 2nd plant

Japanese carmaker Suzuki Motors plans to invest Rs 3,200 crore in a new production line and Rs 35,000 crore in a second plant in Gujarat. The company plans to roll out the first electric vehicle by the end of this year, with an annual production capacity of around 20 lakh units.

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Flipkart Republic Day Sale 2024 to Start on January 14 With Discounts on iPhone 14, Pixel 7a, More

Flipkart Republic Day sale 2024 dates are now official. The six-day online sale will begin in India on January 14. Like previous years, the offer sale will start exclusively for Flipkart Plus members on January 13. The e-commerce company is promising exciting deals and offers on hundreds of products in the upcoming sale.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Full Specifications Leak Again Ahead of Galaxy Unpacked Event

Samsung Galaxy S24 series is expected to land at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 17. Over the past few weeks, we have covered most of the major possible features of the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+ and Galaxy S24 Ultra. Most recently, entire specifications of the premium lineup have leaked online spoiling Samsung's Galaxy party.

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Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro, ROG Phone 8 With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC Launched: Price, Specifications

Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro and ROG Phone 8 were unveiled during CES 2024 as the company's latest gaming smartphones. The new ROG series from the Taiwanese smartphone brand is powered by Qualcomm's brand-new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and features an IP68 rating for splash and dust resistance.

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Vehicle registrations zoom 21% in December

This growth in monthly registrations was a sharp pickup from the previous two years when the numbers had dropped - by 5.4% in December 2022 and 16.6% in December 2021. It has been driven by robust supply of vehicles, better promotional offers and increased consumer appetite to buy new cars, according to industry insiders.

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Oppo Reno 11 Pro Unboxing Video Surfaces Online; Suggests Key Specifications Ahead of Launch

Oppo Reno 11 Pro is confirmed to launch in India on January 12 alongside the base Oppo Reno 11. The phones were launched in China in November 2023. The company has already revealed some key specifications of the Indian variants. Now an unboxing video of the Oppo Reno 11 Pro has surfaced online that suggests some details.

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Honda considers $14B EV plan in Canada

The project could be one of Honda's largest investments, the report said. The Japanese automaker is looking at multiple potential sites for the plant, including next to an existing automobile factory in Ontario, Nikkei said, adding that Honda expects to come to a decision by the end of the year and the new plant to start as soon as 2028. Honda did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment on the report.

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Tata Motors reshuffles key executives in passenger vehicle business

As part of the changes, Amit Kamat, general manager of the passenger vehicle business, has been elevated to chief commercial officer, TMPV. In his new role, he will oversee marketing, brand and customer experience for the fossil fuel-based business. All the operational heads directly responsible for these functions will report to him.

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Possible increase in auto loan interest rates could impact PV sales: Maruti Suzuki's Shashank Srivastava

Maruti Suzuki India's Senior Executive Officer (Marketing and Sales) Shashank Srivastava predicts that an increase in interest rates for auto loans could impact passenger vehicle sales in India. With a record 41.08 lakh units in 2023, the auto industry is expected to grow in a single digit, with the overall economic growth of the country being a positive factor.

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Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+ and Galaxy S24 Ultra Pricing Tipped Again Ahead of Debut

Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra pricing has leaked online, days ahead of the company's first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year on January 17. According to the latest Galaxy S24 series pricing information leak, the prices of the company's flagship series in Italy could start at EUR 899 (roughly Rs. 81,900).

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Ford likely to make a comeback India market with Endeavour

Ford aims to increase sales by bringing back the Endeavour, contemplating both local assembly in Chennai and direct imports. Engine options include two 2.0-litre turbo-diesel variants and a new 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel, aligning with the powertrain offerings of the latest Ranger. The transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 10-speed automatic, catering to diverse preferences in different markets. Some variants also offer a 2WD setup for added flexibility.

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Luxury car sales hit top speed in 2023; young professionals drive surge amid lifestyle changes, robust corporate earnings

In 2023, luxury car sales in India soared to a record high, with daily sales of cars priced over ₹50 lakh rising to 128 from the pre-Covid 95. The shift is attributed to post-Covid lifestyle changes, robust corporate earnings, and increased interest from younger professionals.

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NCLAT dismisses Kesoram's appeal in Birla Tyres insolvency case

Kesoram Industries' appeal against the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal's Kolkata ruling rejected its claim of being a financial creditor of Birla Tyres Ltd. The tribunal ruled that Kesoram failed to prove the transaction was a deposit or loan, and therefore, the adjudicating authority did not commit any error in rejecting the appellant's application.

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Honor X50 GT With Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, 5,800mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Honor X50 GT was launched in China on Thursday, January 4. The handset is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and is backed by a 5,800mAh battery with 35W wired fast charging support. It sports a 108-megapixel dual rear camera system and carries an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

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Asus ROG Phone 8 Design Officially Teased; to Launch in India on January 8

Asus ROG Phone 8 series is confirmed to be unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 next week. Recently, design renders of the ROG Phone 8 models have surfaced online. Now, the company has officially teased the display design of the base ROG Phone 8 and announced the India launch date of the phone.

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Realme 12 Pro, Realme 12 Pro+ Key Specifications Surface Online Ahead of Expected Launch

Realme 12 Pro and Realme 12 Pro+ are expected to launch soon. The phones are said to succeed the Realme 11 Pro and Realme 11 Pro+, respectively, which were unveiled in China in May 2023. Recently, design renders of the Realme 12 Pro models were leaked. Now a set of key specifications of the smartphones have been leaked. They are expected to come with considerable upgr...

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Price Tipped; Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+ Base Models May Cost Same as Predecessors

Samsung Galaxy S24 lineup Korean prices have leaked online. The pricing of the regular Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+ could remain almost the same as their predecessors. However, the higher versions with 512GB storage might see a price hike.

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Poco X6 Series, Poco M6 Pro Processor Details Confirmed Ahead of January 11 Launch

Poco X6 series, with a base Poco X6 and a Poco X6 Pro model, has been confirmed to launch globally on January 11 alongside the Poco M6 Pro. The Poco X6 series will also launch in India on the same day. Ahead of their global launch, the company has now confirmed the processors that each of these handsets will carry.

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Fantastic four - Hyundai, Tata, M&M and Toyota - fire up Motown, drive into record books

2023 was the third straight year of record sales for Tata Motors, which boasts the widest range of electric vehicles in its portfolio. Sales last year totalled 553,000, "led by its commanding position in the compact SUV segment and strong growth in hatches, despite the hatch segment degrowing at an industry level", said Shailesh Chandra, managing director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility.

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Samsung Galaxy A55 Renders Leaked Again; Suggest Three Colour Options

Samsung Galaxy A55 5G may debut soon. The phone is expected to arrive with upgrades over its preceding model, the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G, which debuted in March 2023. The Galaxy A55 has been reportedly spotted on certification sites, hinting at its imminent launch. Now, leaked design renders of the phone have hinted at its colour options.

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Realme 12 Pro+ Tipped to Run on Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 Chipset

Realme 12 series comparing the Realme 12 Pro and Realme 12 Pro+ is anticipated to go official in India soon. Ahead of the official launch, a tipster has suggested the chipset of the Realme 12 Pro+ model. The upcoming handset is tipped to run on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC.

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024 Set for January 17, Galaxy S24 Series Expected; Pre-Reservations Begin in India

Samsung will host its first Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event on January 17, the South Korean tech giant confirmed on Wednesday. This is an in-person event and it will take place at the SAP Center in San Jose, but will also be live streamed across Samsung's official channels. The Galaxy S24 series will be unveiled at the event.

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Ashok Leyland sales down 10% in December at 16,324 units

Ashok Leyland, a commercial vehicle manufacturer, has recorded a 10% drop in total sales for December 2023. The company sold 16,324 units, compared to 18,138 units in the same period last year. According to a regulatory filing, domestic sales also witnessed a 10% decline, with 15,323 units sold in December 2023, as opposed to 17,112 units in December 2022.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Pre-Order Details Leak Out; Galaxy S24+ Spotted on Walmart Listing

Samsung Galaxy S24 series is anticipated to be unveiled on January 17 and past rumours have already given us a fair idea of what to expect from the new flagship series. Most recent leaks reveal video recording upgrades in Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra and some pre-order perks.

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Poco X6 Series Confirmed to Launch in India on January 11

Poco X6 series has been teased to launch in India soon. The lineup is likely to include a base Poco X6 and a Poco X6 Pro model, succeeding the Poco X5 and Poco X5 Pro handsets. The phones have previously been reportedly spotted on certification sites. A promotional image has now confirmed the launch date of the series in India.

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Cars and utility vehicles: 4,000,000 PV sales ride to a record high in 2023

Last month, carmakers reported a 4.4% rise in dispatches from factories at 287,904 units, the highest on record for December. Retail sales were substantially higher at 442,800 units, according to industry estimates, helping bring stocks down. The industry started the new year with an inventory of 176,500 units.

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Hero set to unveil 440cc motorcycle, likely to be based on Harley X440, on January 22. Here are details

Hero MotoCorp is gearing up to unveil a new 440cc motorcycle on January 22, signaling a shift to premium segments. The teaser hints at a departure from their traditional offerings, featuring a distinctive exhaust note and emphasizing the letter 'R.' Speculations suggest the bike might be based on the Harley Davidson X440 platform.

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MG Motor India posts 18 pc growth in retail sales at 56,902 units in 2023

A significant highlight of the report is the notable contribution from electric vehicle (EV) models, accounting for approximately 25 per cent of the company's total sales. This emphasizes the increasing popularity and acceptance of electric vehicles among Indian consumers.

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