Wipro expands South Korea presence with new innovation lab in Seoul

by Hansraj Agrawal | Mar 23, 2026 | Technology

Wipro, an IT services and consulting company, on Monday announced the expansion of its business operations in South Korea, reinforcing the country’s position as a strategic growth market for the firm.

The expansion includes an enlarged office footprint in Seoul, the launch of a new Innovation Lab as part of the Wipro Innovation Network (WIN), and continued investment in local talent to support South Korean clients locally and globally.

South Korea has emerged as a major global innovation hub, with leadership across semiconductors, advanced technology, automotive engineering, and industrial manufacturing. Wipro’s expanded presence reflects the growing importance of Korea in shaping global innovation and the increasing demand from South Korean enterprises for AI-led transformation that can scale across markets.

Wipro employs several hundred professionals in South Korea and continues to make sustained investments in the local ecosystem. The company serves South Korean clients through a strong local presence, complemented by its global Wipro Delivery Network. This integrated delivery model enables Korean enterprises to access specialised skills, industry expertise, and scalable global capabilities while retaining close local engagement. In parallel, Wipro is partnering with leading academic institutions to upskill talent and create opportunities for early-career professionals to work on advanced technology and innovation programmes.

Vinay Firake, chief executive officer of APMEA (Asia Pacific, India, Middle East, and Africa) Strategic Market Unit, Wipro Limited, said, “South Korea is a strategic growth market for Wipro and an increasingly important centre of global innovation. Our expanded presence reflects our long-term commitment to the region. By strengthening local capabilities, connecting Korea more deeply into our global delivery and innovation network, and co-innovating closely with clients, we aim to help enterprises translate innovation into measurable business outcomes.”

The Seoul Innovation Lab will operate as part of the Wipro Innovation Network (WIN), Wipro’s global network of innovation facilities. This will serve as a space for close collaboration with South Korean clients and ecosystem partners, enabling co-creation, rapid experimentation, and solution development. It will also showcase Wipro Intelligence — a unified suite of AI-powered platforms, solutions, and transformative offerings — to demonstrate how AI can be applied across real-world business scenarios.

The lab will focus primarily on technology, automotive, and industrial sectors, supporting use cases such as intelligent product engineering, software-defined vehicles, smart manufacturing, supply-chain optimisation, and AI-enabled operations.

With the launch of the Seoul Innovation Lab, Wipro now operates nine innovation facilities globally, including five across the APMEA region.

The expansion also builds on Wipro’s acquisition of the Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit of HARMAN, a Samsung company, completed last year.

As part of the integration, more than 5,000 professionals, including senior leaders across South Korea, the Americas, Europe, and India, have joined Wipro.

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Realme 16 5G with 'selfie mirror' to launch in India soon: What to expect

by Hansraj Agrawal | Mar 23, 2026 | Technology

Realme has announced that it will expand the Realme 16 series with the launch of the Realme 16 5G soon. The company launched the Realme 16 Pro and Pro Plus earlier in January, and now it will be launching the series’ base model. As per the company, the Realme 16 5G will be India’s first “Selfie Mirror Phone.” The selfie mirror is said to allow users to preview their shots in real time with a simple twist of the phone.

Realme 16 5G: What to expect

Realme has said that the Realme 16 5G will focus on camera and design, especially with the introduction of a “selfie mirror” feature. This will allow users to preview shots in real time using a reflective surface, helping with framing and composition without relying entirely on the front camera viewfinder.

The company added that the Realme 16 5G will arrive with an “elegant air design that feels effortlessly light, perfectly gleaming, and instantly boosts your confidence.” The smartphone will feature a slim and lightweight design with a glossy finish. A dedicated microsite about the launch of the said smartphone has gone live on Realme’s website, as well as the e-commerce platform Flipkart’s website, suggesting its availability on Flipkart post-launch.

Additionally, according to a report by GizmoChina, the Realme 16 5G is expected to largely mirror its specifications with the Vietnamese variant, which was launched back in January. If this holds true, then the Indian variant may sport a 6.57-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution, up to 1,400 nits of brightness, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is likely to run on Android 16 with a layer of Realme UI 7 on top, featuring an optical in-screen fingerprint sensor.

It is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo chip. It may be coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It is likely to pack a 7,000mAh battery with 60W charging and reverse charging support.

For imaging, it may feature a 50MP selfie camera and a 50MP Sony IMX852 main camera along with a 2-megapixel auxiliary lens on the back.

Realme 16 Pro series: Details

The Realme 16 Pro Plus, priced at Rs 39,999 onwards, comes with a 6.8-inch AMOLED display offering a 1.5K resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, and up to 1,800 nits of HBM brightness. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, paired with 8GB or 12GB RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. For imaging, the device features a triple rear camera setup comprising a 200MP primary sensor with OIS, a 50MP secondary camera with OIS, and an 8MP ultra-wide lens, along with a 50MP front camera. The smartphone is backed by a 7,000mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging, and comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection and multiple durability ratings including IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K.

The Realme 16 Pro, priced at Rs 31,999 onwards, shares several specifications with the Pro Plus model but differs in a few areas. It features a slightly smaller 6.78-inch AMOLED display with the same 1.5K resolution and 144Hz refresh rate, though peak brightness is rated lower at 1,400 nits HBM. Instead of a Snapdragon chipset, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max processor, while retaining similar RAM and storage configurations. The camera setup is also different, with a dual rear system consisting of a 200MP main sensor and an 8MP secondary lens, while the 50MP front camera remains unchanged. Battery capacity, charging speed, and durability ratings are the same as the Pro Plus variant.

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Apple's entry-level iPad with A18 chip may launch in April: What to expect

by Hansraj Agrawal | Mar 23, 2026 | Technology

2 min read Last Updated : Mar 23 2026 | 4:41 PM IST

Apple is reportedly preparing to launch a refreshed version of its entry-level iPad, after skipping an update during its recent round of product announcements. According to a report by 9To5Mac, the new base iPad is still on track to arrive in the first half of 2026. The device is expected to bring a performance upgrade along with support for Apple’s AI features.

The report, citing Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, mentioned that the new iPad has been part of Apple’s roadmap for a while and is expected to launch within the iOS 26.4 release window. While an exact launch date has not been confirmed, the timing suggests that the device could be introduced in April, although a delay into May remains possible depending on supply chain conditions.

Apple iPad (A18) refresh: What to expect

According to the report, the major change in the upcoming iPad will be the move from the A16 chip to the A18 processor. The current base model uses the A16 chip, which was also seen in the iPhone 14 Pro lineup. With the upgrade to the A18, the new iPad is expected to deliver improved performance.

The report noted that the A18 chip will enable support for Apple Intelligence, bringing AI features to Apple’s most affordable iPad for the first time. This would address one of the key gaps in Apple’s current lineup, where the base iPad has so far missed out on these capabilities.

However, the report added that the full potential of Apple Intelligence may not be available immediately. Some of the major AI features, including updates to Siri that were announced earlier, are expected to roll out with iOS 26.5. This means users may need to wait for a later software update to access the complete set of AI tools.

In addition to the chip upgrade, Apple is also reportedly considering adding its in-house C1 modem and N1 networking chip to the new iPad. This could improve Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity on the base iPad.

First Published: Mar 23 2026 | 4:41 PM IST

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Sony may bring AI-based frame generation tech to PlayStation in future

by Hansraj Agrawal | Mar 23, 2026 | Technology

Sony is planning to bring AI-based frame generation technology to PlayStation consoles in the future. According to The Verge, citing Digital Foundry, PlayStation lead system architect Mark Cerny said that the technology uses machine learning to generate additional frames between rendered ones, which can make gameplay appear smoother, though it may also introduce some latency.

AI frame generation on PlayStation: What to expect

According to the report, it remains unclear whether the feature will arrive on the current PlayStation 5 Pro or be reserved for a future console such as the PlayStation 6. Sony has already introduced AI-based upscaling through its PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology, but frame generation would mark a further step by using AI to predict and insert frames rather than simply enhancing existing ones.

Cerny indicated that there are no releases planned for this year related to the technology, suggesting it is still some time away. The report noted that the PlayStation 6 is unlikely to arrive before 2027, although Sony has previously hinted at next-generation hardware features such as improved ray tracing capabilities. If timelines shift, the company could explore bringing more advanced features to existing hardware like the PS5 Pro.

The report also highlighted that frame generation is not entirely new to consoles. Some PlayStation 5 titles already support AMD’s FSR3-based frame generation, but unlike the proposed approach, it does not rely on machine learning and instead interpolates frames between rendered images.

Nvidia unveils DLSS 5

In related news, Nvidia has recently unveiled DLSS 5, an updated version of its AI-driven graphics technology that shifts focus from just boosting performance to improving real-time visual realism in games. The new system uses a neural rendering model to analyse colour and motion data in each frame, allowing it to generate more detailed lighting, textures and materials on the fly, including finer elements like skin detail and fabric reflections.

Nvidia said that DLSS 5 is designed to run in real time at up to 4K resolution and builds on earlier versions by enhancing how scenes look while maintaining smooth gameplay, and integrates with existing tools like Nvidia Streamline, making it easier for developers to adopt and customise for different game styles.

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Motorola Razr Fold could launch in India in soon: Specs, expected pricing

by Hansraj Agrawal | Mar 23, 2026 | Technology

Motorola is reportedly planning to launch its book-style foldable, the Razr Fold, in India soon. According to a report by Digit, the Lenovo-owned smartphone brand could launch the Razr Fold in India, the US, Europe, Asia Pacific and in the Middle East regions to take on the likes of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Vivo X Fold series models.

Motorola first unveiled the Razr Fold at the Consumer Electronics Show 2026 (CES) in January and showcased it again at Mobile World Congress (MWC) earlier this month. The company has already detailed several specifications of the device.

Motorola Razr Fold: What we know

The Motorola Razr Fold comes with a 6.6-inch cover display featuring a 165Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution and support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+. When unfolded, it has an 8.1-inch main display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 2K resolution and the same Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support. The cover screen is protected by Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3, while the device carries an IPX9 rating for water resistance. It also supports the Moto Pen Ultra stylus.

The Razr Fold is 4.6mm thick when unfolded and 9.9mm when folded, and weighs 244 grams. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, paired with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage. The device runs on Android 16, with Motorola promising up to seven years of Android updates.

The Razr Fold features a triple 50MP camera, comprising a 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide/macro and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens 3x zoom. On the front, it features a 32MP camera on the outer display and a 20MP camera on the inner display for selfies and video calls. The Razr Fold has stereo speakers that are tuned by Bose and also support Dolby Atmos. In terms of security, there is a side-mounted fingerprint reader.

The Razr Fold packs a 6,000mAh battery that supports 80W wired, 50W wireless fast charging and reverse wired and wireless charging.

The report suggested that it could be priced around Rs 1.5 lakh, placing it in the same segment as the Vivo X Fold 5 and cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold.

Motorola Razr Fold: Specifications

Outer display: 6.6-inch

Inner display: 8.1-inch LTPO, 2K resolution

Rear cameras: 50MP main (Sony LYTIA sensor), 50MP ultra-wide, 50MP periscope telephoto (3x optical zoom)

Front cameras: 32MP (cover display), 20MP (inner display)

Stylus support: Moto Pen Ultra

AI features: Catch Me Up, Next Move

Colours: Pantone Blackened Blue, Pantone Lily White

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OnePlus 15T unveiling on March 24 with 7500mAh battery: What to expect

by Hansraj Agrawal | Mar 23, 2026 | Technology

OnePlus 15T is set to debut its new compact flagship smartphone in China on March 24. The upcoming smartphone is launching as a successor to the OnePlus 13T, which shares several similarities with the OnePlus 13s, which launched in India later. The company will likely take a similar approach this year, launching the OnePlus 15s in India with a similar display, chip and camera as the OnePlus 15T.

According to a report from Mint, the OnePlus 15T is expected to sport a 6.32-inch display with a 165Hz refresh rate. Alongside the smartphone, the company will reportedly offer three new accessories, which include magnetic cooling fans and a wireless charger.

OnePlus 15T: What to expect

According to the report, the OnePlus 15T will sport a 6.32-inch flat display with a 165Hz refresh rate and 1.1mm ultra-narrow bezels. The report mentioned that the OnePlus 15T will be powered by a 3nm octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and will come in various configurations of RAM and storage.

The smartphone will reportedly pack a 7,500mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging support. The smartphone could also support bypass charging technology. The smartphone is said to be equipped with Esports Tri-Core and Esports Network Chip G2 to address poor network connectivity issues while playing games.

The report noted that the smartphone is expected to feature a dual rear camera setup, including a 50MP primary camera with a Sony Ultra Vision sensor, along with a 50MP periscope telephoto lens offering 3.5x optical zoom and up to 7x lossless digital zoom. The device will likely ship with IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance.

In terms of design, the OnePlus 15T reportedly looks much like the OnePlus 13T. The handset will launch in three colours: Relaxing Matcha, Pure Cocoa and Healing White Chocolate.

OnePlus 15T: Expected specifications

Display: 6.32-inch flat display with 165Hz refresh rate

Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm, octa-core)

Battery: 7,500mAh

Charging: 100W wired and 50W wireless charging

Rear camera: 50MP primary + 50MP periscope telephoto

Imaging: Oppo LUMO engine with Sony Ultra Vision sensor

Gaming: Esports Tri-Core + Esports Network Chip G2

Durability: IP66, IP68, IP69, IP69K ratings

Colours: Relaxing Matcha, Pure Cocoa, Healing White Chocolate

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