Samsung Galaxy Unpacked at 6:30 pm: Where to watch, what to expect and more

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked at 6:30 pm: Where to watch, what to expect and more


Samsung is hosting a Galaxy Unpacked event later in the evening today, on July 10, where it is set to announce a range of products and its next wave of artificial intelligence features under its Galaxy AI platform. While the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 foldable smartphones are expected to be the highlight of the event, Samsung also has ecosystem devices in store, including its new fitness tracking wearable, the Samsung Galaxy Ring. Here is everything you need to know:


Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: When and where to watch in India


Samsung is set to host the Galaxy Unpacked on June 10 in Paris, France. The in-person event will start at 3 pm (CEST) and it will be livestreamed online for a global audience. In India, the event livestream will kick off at 6:30 pm and will be available on Samsung India website, Samsung newsroom, and Samsung official YouTube channel. You can watch the livestream through the video embedded towards the end of this article.


Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: What to expect


Galaxy AI


Earlier this year, Samsung had confirmed that a “further optimised” version of the Galaxy AI will be available with the upcoming foldable devices. The company also stated that its “Live Translate” feature that uses on-device AI to translate phone calls in real-time will be expanding to third-party app dialers such as WhatsApp. Samsung in the blogpost confirming the expansion of the feature also stated that the entire processing of real-time call translation for third-party apps will take place on-device, similar to how it works with Samsung’s native call dialler. More on this and next wave of Galaxy AI features are expected from today’s Galaxy Unpacked event.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6


In the foldable line, Samsung will unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones. Both of these devices are expected to feature AI-powered features specifically designed for the foldable form factor. Moreover, there will be season upgrades with regard to design, display, processor, protection, battery, and more.


Starting with a book-style foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is anticipated to feature a 6.3-inch cover display with a 120Hz refresh rate. On the inside, the device is expected to sport a 7.6-inch bendable AMOLED display of 120Hz refresh rate. Other notable updates may include a new frame design and material, possibly titanium. The Z Fold 6 is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 system-on-chip (SoC), paired with up to 12GB RAM and up to 1TB storage space.


Similar to the Fold, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to get a flat frame design with colour coordinated metallic rings around the rear cameras. The flip-style smartphone is expected to get a bigger capacity battery, compared to the current generation model, however, it is expected to be a minor specification bump. Additionally, Samsung’s upcoming flip phone is expected to feature a dual-screen translation mode with real-time text translation between the outer and the inner display.


Galaxy Watch 7 series and Watch Ultra


In the Watch 7 series, Samsung is anticipated to introduce two models – a baseline model and an Ultra model. While both are expected to pack similar features, including AI features, the Ultra model is expected to be a more rugged offering with a titanium case, square shaped dial, and sapphire glass protection on the display. Moreover, the Ultra model is expected to sport a bigger display of 3,000 nits peak brightness and a lasting battery of up to 100 hours on-battery time.


Samsung has confirmed that the upcoming Galaxy Watch series devices will feature a new BioActive sensor for improved health insights. According to the company, its new-gen BioActive sensor will enable advanced predictive and preventative wellness features in addition to improved health metric measurements. Samsung has also said that the upcoming Galaxy Watch will bring more “sophisticated and intelligent health and wellness tools” suggesting Galaxy AI integration into the Galaxy Health app.


Galaxy Buds 3 series


Samsung is reportedly planning to completely overhaul the design of its wireless earbuds with the Galaxy Buds 3 series. According to media reports, the series will feature a standard and a pro model, both of which will feature a stem design instead of the pod design. Samsung is likely to adopt the new design to improve the microphone quality as mics placed on the stem offers closer proximity to the mouth and even better directional voice reception. In addition to the buds, the case will go through a redesign too. According to reports, the Galaxy Buds 3 series will get a rectangular design with a transparent lid that will sport the Samsung branding.


Galaxy Ring


Announced earlier this year, the Galaxy Ring is anticipated to officially launch at the Unpacked event. Samsung has already confirmed that the upcoming Galaxy Ring will be offered in black, gold and silver colours and in nine different sizes. The battery capacity of each ring will be determined by its size and would likely be in the range of 17mAh to 22mAh.


Additionally, media reports suggest that the Galaxy Ring will get a buds like case for charging. Although the company has not revealed much about the health related features, the Galaxy Ring is expected to complement the Galaxy Watch to offer more insights into the user’s health in addition to collective health measurement. The Galaxy Ring is anticipated to feature a heart rate sensor, sleep monitoring feature, electrocardiogram (ECG) functions and a few physical activity trackers, similar to the Galaxy Watch.


As for the pricing, the Galaxy Ring is anticipated to be priced in the similar price bracket as the standard Galaxy Watch.


Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: Livestream

First Published: Jul 10 2024 | 12:30 PM IST



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Microsoft ditches board observer seat at OpenAI amid regulatory scrutiny

Microsoft ditches board observer seat at OpenAI amid regulatory scrutiny


Microsoft took a non-voting, observer position on OpenAI’s board in November last year. (Photo: Reuters)


Microsoft has ditched the board observer seat at OpenAI that has drawn regulatory scrutiny on both sides of the Atlantic, saying it was not necessary after the AI start-up’s governance had improved significantly in the past eight months.

 


iPhone maker Apple had also been expected to take an observer role on OpenAI’s board but would not do so, the Financial Times reported, citing a person with direct knowledge of the matter. Apple did not respond to a request for comment.

 


Microsoft took a non-voting, observer position on OpenAI’s board in November last year after OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took back the reins of the company which operates the generative AI chatbot ChatGPT.

 


The seat meant it could attend OpenAI’s board meetings and access confidential information but had no voting rights on matters including electing or choosing directors.

 


The observer seat and Microsoft’s more than $10 billion investment in OpenAI have triggered unease among antitrust watchdogs in Europe, Britain and the U.S. over how much control it exerts over OpenAI.

 


Microsoft cited OpenAI’s new partnerships, innovation and growing customer base since Altman’s return to the startup for giving up its observer seat.

 


“Over the past eight months we have witnessed significant progress by the newly formed board and are confident in the company’s direction. Given all of this we no longer believe our limited role as an observer is necessary,” it said in a letter to OpenAI dated July 9.

 


EU antitrust regulators last month said the partnership would not be subjected to the bloc’s merger rules because Microsoft does not control OpenAI, but they would instead seek third-party views on the exclusivity clauses in the agreement.

 


In contrast, the British and U.S. antitrust watchdogs continue to have concerns as well as questions about Microsoft’s influence over OpenAI and the latter’s independence.

 


Microsoft and OpenAI are increasingly competing to sell AI technology to enterprise customers, aiming to generate revenue and demonstrate their independence to regulators to address antitrust concerns.

 

Additionally, Microsoft is expanding its AI offerings on the Azure platform and has hired Inflection’s CEO to head its consumer AI division, a move widely interpreted as an effort to diversify beyond OpenAI.

(Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)

First Published: Jul 10 2024 | 11:42 AM IST



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Tech wrap Jul 09: Redmi 13 5G, iOS 18 dev beta 3, ASUS Vivobook S 15, more

Tech wrap Jul 09: Redmi 13 5G, iOS 18 dev beta 3, ASUS Vivobook S 15, more



China’s Xiaomi on July 9 launched a range of products in India as it celebrates its 10-year anniversary in the country. The new entrants include Redmi 13 5G smartphones, Redmi Buds 5C wireless earphones, RVC X10 robot vacuum cleaner, and Pocket Power Bank 10000mAh and Power Bank 4i 10000mAh power banks.


Apple has released iOS 18 developer beta 3 to eligible iPhone models. The platform update brings several new features, including new dark mode icons, select option in Photos app, emoji in Messages, and more. Moreover, it is the first iOS 18 beta version with reference to Apple Intelligence, according to consumer technology news website MacRumors.


Taiwanese electronics maker ASUS on July 9 debuted its inaugural laptop based on Microsoft Copilot+ platform, the Vivobook S 15. The laptop is based on Windows 11 on ARM platform that Microsoft recently refreshed by introducing a range of artificial intelligence features that are collectively called Copilot+. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite, which has a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for handling artificial intelligence workloads, the laptop is capable of running AI features that are exclusive to the Copilot+ platform.


Swiss PC accessories maker Logitech on July 9 launched in India the G515 Lightspeed TKL wireless gaming keyboard. Logitech said the G515 has been built with a layer of sound-dampening foam, pre-lubricated switches, integrated stabilizers, and premium PBT keycaps to ensure optimal comfort, while maintaining a cleaner and a modern look.


Expanding its Alexa-enabled smart device portfolio, Amazon on July 9 launched the Echo Spot smart alarm clock that doubles up as a wireless speaker. Launched globally, the Amazon Echo Spot will be available in select markets, including the US, starting at Prime Day on July 21. Priced at $79.9, the device features a semi-spherical design with a front firing speaker underneath a half-circle tinted glass covered touchscreen. Although the company has not confirmed the availability of the Echo Spot in India, it is expected to launch in the region soon.


Microsoft has launched its Xbox TV app on Amazon Fire TV Sticks, making Xbox Cloud gaming accessible on Amazon’s media streaming devices. For users with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, this is a new way to stream titles on compatible Fire TV devices. The app was announced by Microsoft last month.


Apple had introduced artificial intelligence-powered features, collectively called Apple Intelligence, at its annual developer-focused event (WWDC) in June. The first wave of these features are set to debut later this year on iPhone, Macs, and iPads with next-generation platform updates. Later on, the Apple Intelligence is anticipated to expand to more ecosystem devices, including HomePods. However, Bloomberg has reported that instead of HomePod, Apple could launch the first home device with Apple intelligence support in the form of a table-top robot.


Samsung could expand its Galaxy AI-powered “Live Translate” feature to WhatsApp. Recently, the South Korean electronics maker announced that this feature will support third-party applications soon. Now, reports suggest that the support apps could include Meta’s instant messaging and calling platform WhatsApp. If it comes true, Galaxy AI, Samsung’s suite of artificial intelligence features, will power real-time translations on WhatsApp.


Microsoft intends to offer Apple’s iOS-based devices to its employees in China to access authentication apps, a company spokesperson said on Monday, citing absence of Google’s Android services in the country.

First Published: Jul 09 2024 | 8:03 PM IST



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Jio, Aitel, Vi, vs BSNL: Tariffs comparison and how to port to BSNL

Jio, Aitel, Vi, vs BSNL: Tariffs comparison and how to port to BSNL



After the recent tariff hike from major telecom operators, many people in India are considering switching back to state-owned BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited). All the top private players increased the monthly, quarterly, and annual recharge plans by 25 per cent. BSNL is taking advantage of the situation by introducing new plans and offering additional benefits to its existing plans. The state-owned company is also likely to launch its 4G services across the country next month.


BSNL is offering lucrative plans to both its existing users and new users who are now planning to port their existing network to BSNL. However, it is worth mentioning that BSNL plans will be applicable across the country except North East, Jammu and Kashmir, and Assam. BSNL network is limited to 4G networks, while its competitors have moved to 5G networks.


Jio, Aitel, Vi, vs BSNL: Tariffs comparison


Here’s a complete comparison between Jio, Airtel, Vi and BSNL:


Popular Monthly Plans


Jio


₹ 299


Pack validity: 28 Days


Total data: 42 GB


Data at high speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Aitel


₹ 299


Pack validity: 28 Days


Total data: 28 GB


Data at high speed: 1GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Vi


₹ 299


Pack validity: 28 Days


Total data: 28 GB


Data at high speed: 1GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


BSNL


₹ 199


Pack validity: 30 Days


Total data: 60 GB


Data at high speed: 2 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Popular Quarterly Plans


Jio


₹889


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 126 GB


Data at High Speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Airtel


₹859


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 126 GB


Data at High Speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Vi


₹859


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 126 GB


Data at High Speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


BSNL


₹595


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 252 GB


Data at High Speed: 3 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Popular Annual Plans


Jio


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 912.5 GB


Data at high speed: 2.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Airtel


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 730 GB


Data at high speed: 2 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Vi


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 850 GB


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


BSNL


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 600 GB


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


How to port your sim to BSNL?


First, you need to obtain a Unique Porting Code (UPC) by sending an SMS to 1900. Write ‘Port [space] 10 digit mobile number’. In the case of J&K prepaid subscribers, one needs to call 1900 instead of sending an SMS.


UPC will be valid for 15 days from the date of the request or the time the number is ported out, whichever is earlier, for all service areas except Jammu & Kashmir, Assam and North East licensed, where the UPC is valid for 30 days from the request date or the number is ported out, whichever is earlier, irrespective of a number of requests the subscribers makes. 


Thereafter you have to visit BSNL CSC CSC (Customer Service Centre) / Authorised franchisee/retailer to port your mobile number. Fill in a CAF (Customer Application Form) and pay the porting fee of processing. 


BSNL wouldn’t charge any fees for porting into BSNL. You will be issued a new BSNL sim card.

First Published: Jul 09 2024 | 5:51 PM IST



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Jio, Aitel, Vi, vs BSNL: Tariffs comparison and how to port to BSNL

Jio, Airtel, Vi, vs BSNL: Tariffs comparison and how to port to BSNL



After the recent tariff hike from major telecom operators, many people in India are considering switching back to state-owned BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited). All the top private players increased the monthly, quarterly, and annual recharge plans by 25 per cent. BSNL is taking advantage of the situation by introducing new plans and offering additional benefits to its existing plans. The state-owned company is also likely to launch its 4G services across the country next month.


BSNL is offering lucrative plans to both its existing users and new users who are now planning to port their existing network to BSNL. However, it is worth mentioning that BSNL plans will be applicable across the country except North East, Jammu and Kashmir, and Assam. BSNL network is limited to 4G networks, while its competitors have moved to 5G networks.


Jio, Airtel, Vi, vs BSNL: Tariffs comparison


Here’s a complete comparison between Jio, Airtel, Vi and BSNL:


Popular Monthly Plans


Jio


₹ 299


Pack validity: 28 Days


Total data: 42 GB


Data at high speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Airtel


₹ 299


Pack validity: 28 Days


Total data: 28 GB


Data at high speed: 1GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Vi


₹ 299


Pack validity: 28 Days


Total data: 28 GB


Data at high speed: 1GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


BSNL


₹ 199


Pack validity: 30 Days


Total data: 60 GB


Data at high speed: 2 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Popular Quarterly Plans


Jio


₹889


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 126 GB


Data at High Speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Airtel


₹859


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 126 GB


Data at High Speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Vi


₹859


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 126 GB


Data at High Speed: 1.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


BSNL


₹595


Pack validity: 84 Days


Total Data: 252 GB


Data at High Speed: 3 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Popular Annual Plans


Jio


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 912.5 GB


Data at high speed: 2.5 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Airtel


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 730 GB


Data at high speed: 2 GB/Day


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


Vi


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 850 GB


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


BSNL


₹3599


Pack validity: 365 Days


Total data: 600 GB


Voice: Unlimited


SMS: 100 SMS/Day


How to port your sim to BSNL?


First, you need to obtain a Unique Porting Code (UPC) by sending an SMS to 1900. Write ‘Port [space] 10 digit mobile number’. In the case of J&K prepaid subscribers, one needs to call 1900 instead of sending an SMS.


UPC will be valid for 15 days from the date of the request or the time the number is ported out, whichever is earlier, for all service areas except Jammu & Kashmir, Assam and North East licensed, where the UPC is valid for 30 days from the request date or the number is ported out, whichever is earlier, irrespective of a number of requests the subscribers makes. 


Thereafter you have to visit BSNL CSC CSC (Customer Service Centre) / Authorised franchisee/retailer to port your mobile number. Fill in a CAF (Customer Application Form) and pay the porting fee of processing. 


BSNL wouldn’t charge any fees for porting into BSNL. You will be issued a new BSNL sim card.

First Published: Jul 09 2024 | 5:51 PM IST



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Apple's first Apple Intelligence-based home device could be table-top robot

Apple's first Apple Intelligence-based home device could be table-top robot


Apple Intelligence (Source: Apple)


Apple had introduced artificial intelligence-powered features, collectively called Apple Intelligence, at its annual developer-focused event (WWDC) in June. The first wave of these features are set to debut later this year on iPhone, Macs, and iPads with next-generation platform updates. Later on, the Apple Intelligence is anticipated to expand to more ecosystem devices, including HomePods. However, Bloomberg has reported that instead of HomePod, Apple could launch the first home device with Apple intelligence support in the form of a table-top robot.


The robot is anticipated to be powered by Apple Intelligence-powered Siri, which it introduced at WWDC. It appears that the Siri upgrades have paved the way for table-top robot ideas. Reportedly, the table-top robot will feature an iPad like display and will move around and mimic the user’s head motion like nodding. It is also expected to have the capability to precisely lock on to a single person among a crowd during a video call. The table-top robot will likely support voice controls and an improved version of Siri will power the device.


Previous reports by Bloomberg outlined Apple’s robotics projects and provided details about the table-top robot, suggesting that Apple has already started working on it. Earlier, reports by Bloomberg also indicated that Apple is mainly focused on bringing latest AI features to iPhones, iPads and MacBooks but is also looking to start a new phase of hardware AI cloud approach for its upcoming hardware products. As a result, new hardware in categories like robotics, augmented reality (AR) glasses, smart AirPods and more could be launched by Apple.


Reportedly, Apple has already been discussing humanoid robots with advanced AI engines internally. Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset reportedly already uses AI and Apple could utilise the same technology in AI-powered hardware like AR glasses and AirPods.

First Published: Jul 09 2024 | 4:56 PM IST



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