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In a groundbreaking technological leap, Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited, the world’s largest private mobile data network, has unveiled India’s inaugural satellite-based giga fiber service, poised to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to previously underserved regions within the country. The demonstration of this innovative service, known as JioSpaceFiber, took place at the India Mobile Congress, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi. Following the inauguration, Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd showcased how JioSpaceFiber would work to the Prime Minister. #WATCH | PM Modi inaugurates an exhibition at the 7th edition of India Mobile Congress in Delhi. Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd accompanies the PM at the event pic.twitter.com/dMIhANBaEO — ANI (@ANI) October 27, 2023 JioSpaceFiber is set to launch its services across the length and breadth of India, promising affordability for consumers from all walks of life, and represents ...

When Elon Musk acquired Twitter and took control of it about a year, people had some seriously polarising reactions. Fans of Elon said that Twitter, now X would be a completely different app within one year, whereas critics of the eccentric tech billionaire, said that the platform would go bankrupt and shut down. However, one year after Musk took control of Twitter, promising to turn it into an “everything app,” the social media platform’s grand makeover has yet to fully materialize. Third-party data indicates several challenges on the horizon, from dwindling user metrics to content moderation woes, leaving Musk to defend his vision, citing its “fast growth.” So how exactly has X been under Musk and is it any closer to becoming the super app that Elon Musk had hoped it to be? Or, is it just barely able to stay afloat and is on the verge of a major collapse? We take a look. User Metrics: Ups and Downs Musk touted the platform’s success, claiming record-breaking “user-seconds” in rec...

OnePlus Open  — the first foldable phone from the Chinese smartphone maker — will go on sale in India for the first time today. It was launched in India and global markets last week, and has the same hardware specifications as the Oppo Find N3. The foldable has a 7.82-inch AMOLED inner display paired with a 6.31-inch outer screen. One of the three Hasselblad-branded rear cameras includes a next generation Sony LYTIA-T808 "Pixel Stacked" CMOS sensor. The OnePlus Open is powered by Qualcomm's octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. OnePlus Open price in India, availability The price of the OnePlus Open in India is set at Rs. 1,39,999 and the phone is available in a single configuration with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of inbuilt storage. The handset was launched in Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black colour options and will go on sale in India on Friday.  Customers can purchase the OnePlus Open via the company's website, Amazon, and via retail stores. The company has announce...

Generative AI has dominated the headlines throughout the year, with numerous companies investing substantially in the area and a watershed moment in this trajectory occurred with the launch of ChatGPT by OpenAI in November 2022. OpenAI’s GPT set the stage for significant advancements in AI across various sectors. However, despite the widespread enthusiasm for GPT and generative AI, Microsoft founder Bill Gates has voiced reservations, suggesting that this technology may have reached a plateau. ChatGPT has plateaued, believes Gates In an interview with the German business newspaper Handelsblatt, the 67-year-old tech luminary discussed his concerns about the trajectory of generative AI. He acknowledged that there are compelling reasons to believe that the current state of GPT technology has hit a plateau. Gates, however, admitted that he could be mistaken in his assessment. His perspective diverges from OpenAI’s, as he sees limitations in the development of GPT-5, contrary to the opt...

At the annual Lenovo Tech World 2023, Motorola, a subsidiary of Lenovo, unveiled an innovative concept phone with a display that can wrap around your wrist. While foldable screens have been making their way into mainstream technology, this new development takes smartphone design to the next level. The groundbreaking device features a full-HD+ pOLED display that is highly flexible and can be bent backwards, allowing it to be comfortably wrapped around the wrist, resembling a wristband or a smartwatch. What sets this concept apart is its adaptive nature, offering multiple stand modes to cater to various user preferences. In its standard flat position, the device offers a spacious 6.9-inch screen, providing a typical Android smartphone experience. However, it can also transform into a self-standing position with a 4.6-inch display, offering versatility for different tasks. Users can even encircle their wrist with the device, creating a smart band or smartwatch-like experience, simila...

In a groundbreaking move, X is introducing audio and video call capabilities for its user base. Numerous platform users, have reported receiving notifications upon opening the app, announcing the arrival of this new feature, stating, “Audio and video calls are here!” Musk also took to X and reshared a post, announcing how to enable the new feature. Early version of video & audio calling on https://t.co/aFI3VujLMh — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 25, 2023 The introduction of this feature comes hand in hand with a new “Enable audio and video calling” toggle within the app’s settings. This toggle allows users to activate the feature and specify their preferred audience for making these calls. Users can choose to allow audio and video calls from individuals in their address book, those they follow, verified users, or any combination of the three. Initiating a call is a straightforward process; users simply open a direct message with another user, select the phone icon located i...

After weeks of speculation of a major event in October, Apple has officially sent out invitations for its upcoming event, humorously dubbed the “Scary Fast” event. Scheduled to unfold at the end of this month, the event is widely speculated to be the launch of Apple’s latest iMac and MacBook models. The launch event is set to take place on October 30 and will start at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, or 5:30 AM IST. Notably, the event will be live-streamed for a global audience, accessible through Apple’s official website at apple.com. This revelation has ignited a wave of excitement among Apple enthusiasts and consumers, who eagerly anticipate insights into the company’s latest innovations. While Apple remains tight-lipped regarding specific details about the event, industry experts widely speculate that this occasion will herald the introduction of new Mac products. The precise lineup of offerings, however, remains undisclosed at this time. The expectation for the event is the potential unv...