Apple sells 2 million iPhones in India during Q4 2022; logs 18% growth

by Hansraj Agrawal | Jan 30, 2023 | Technology

Apple sold 2 million iPhones in India in the holiday quarter (Q4) of 2022, registering 18 per cent growth (quarter-on-quarter) for its flagship device, new data showed on Monday.

The India market share of iPhones reached 5.5 per cent for 2022, an 11 per cent growth (year-on-year).

For 2021, Apple iPhones had logged 48 per cent YoY growth with 4.4 per cent market share in the country.

According to the latest CMR data, iPhone 14 series logged 59 per cent market share in Q4 2022, followed by iPhone 13 series at 32 per cent growth.

Apple also sold 0.2 million iPads in India in Q4, and iPad Pro 2022 Series registered 30 per cent growth.

Currently, Apple accounts for around 5 per cent of the overall smartphone market in the country.

The iPhone manufacturer is now looking seriously at India and Vietnam to bolster its supply chain in the next 2-3 years.

Apple aims to ship 40-45 per cent of iPhones from India compared to a single-digit percentage currently, according to Kuo.

Every fourth iPhone will be made in India by 2025, according to JP Morgan.

India accounted for 10-15 per cent of iPhones’ overall production capacity at the end of 2022.

Apple became the first smartphone player in India to have exported $1 billion worth iPhones in the month of December. It currently manufactures iPhones 12, 13, 14 and 14 Plus in the country.

–IANS

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Acer Aspire 3 laptop with AMD Ryzen 7000 processors launched: Details here

by Hansraj Agrawal | Jan 30, 2023 | Technology

Taiwanese PC maker Acer on Monday launched in India AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors-powered Aspire 3 laptop. Priced Rs 47,990 onwards, the laptop is available on Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer E-store, Acer partner stores, Vijay Sales, and Amazon India.

“The Aspire 3 2023 edition has an attractive design with a stylish metal cover that keeps it sophisticated without sacrificing performance thanks to the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 series processor. Our deep partnership with AMD ensured we co-created one of the best everyday performance laptops in the market,” said Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer, Acer India.

Acer Aspire 3: Specifications

The Acer Aspire 3 laptop sports a 15.6-inch fullHD screen with Acer BlueLightShield technology, which is said to lower the blue light exposure – responsible for eye fatigue – on users. It features Acer TNR solution, which captures images by detecting and diagnosing noisy pixels and blends into other frames to produce improved quality images – especially in dark screen zones.

The laptop is said to feature an enhanced thermal system with up to 78 per cent increase in fan surface area, compared to last generation model. According to Acer, the new thermal system helps maintain peak performance by controlling component overheating.

The Acer Aspire 3 is a compact laptop. It weighs 1.6 kg and measures 18.9 mm at its thinnest side. It comes in silver colour. It boasts a full-function USB type-C port, Wi-Fi 6E, and HDMI 2.1. On the software side, it features Acer PurifiedVoice with AI noise reduction, which is said to suppress background noise for both users. According to Acer, this noise reduction feature is compatible with external headphones and mics.

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Acer launches new laptop with AMD Ryzen 7000 series processor in India

by Hansraj Agrawal | Jan 30, 2023 | Technology

Taiwanese electronics company Acer on Monday launched its new laptop which features the latest AMD Ryzen 7000 series processor, a 15.6-inch Full-HD display and much more, in the country.

The new ‘Aspire 3’ is available from Rs 47,990 on Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer E-store, Vijay Sales, Amazon and Acer stores, the company said in a statement.

The new laptop comes with a “6nm Zen 2 architecture with up to 4 Cores and 8 threads which converts to astonishing performance, smart battery management and enhanced audio and video streaming quality.”

With 78 per cent increase in fan surface area, the laptop provides an enhanced thermal system and an additional 17 per cent thermal capacity.

“Due to its combination of potent performance and affordable pricing, our Aspire series has consistently been a favourite among multitaskers looking for everyday performance,” said Sudhir Goel, chief business officer, Acer India.

“Our deep partnership with AMD ensured we co-created one of the best everyday performance laptop in the market,” Goel added.

The new Aspire 3 weighs 1.6kg and is 18.9mm in thickness.

“AMD and Acer have a long-standing partnership based on innovation. We are thrilled to partner with Acer once again, as they bring the new Acer Aspire 3 laptops to Indian consumers,” said Vinay Sinha, managing director of Sales, AMD India.

“These laptops powered by the AMD Ryzen 7020 series processors will deliver unparalleled performance, increased battery life and improved efficiency for work, play, and connectivity owing to the potent 6nm ‘Zen 2’ enhanced architecture,” Sinha added.

The new laptop also offers improved images with the Acer TNR solution which captures better images by detecting and diagnosing noisy pixels and blends into other frames over time producing improved quality images in low-light conditions.

“Our new generation of Acer PurifiedVoice with artificial intelligence (AI) noise reduction can now actively suppress background noise for both users and is compatible with external headphones and mics,” Acer said.

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Sony introduces NW-ZX707 Walkman in India at Rs 69,990: Details here

by Hansraj Agrawal | Jan 30, 2023 | Technology

Japanese electronics maker Sony on Monday unveiled the NW-ZX707 Walkman in India. Priced at Rs 69,990, the music player is available exclusively on Headphone Zone. According to the company, the NW-ZX707 uses Edge-AI (Artificial Intelligence) and DSEE Ultimate (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine), which upscale the compressed digital music files in real time. It supports both direct download and streaming of music over the apps. The Walkman has a 5-inch screen and support for Wi-Fi , which enables downloading and streaming functions.

“Built with updated components of high-end models, the NW-ZX707 offers astonishing sound quality. With enhanced battery life, balanced connection, a larger 5-inch display, Wi-Fi compatibility for easy downloading and streaming functions, it is also portable and stylish for the most demanding music lover,” said Sony.

The Sony NW-ZX707 Walkman is powered by Sony S-Master HX digital amp technology, which is said to reduce distortion and noise across frequencies for enhanced audio output. The NW-ZX707 features a longer battery life compared to previous models. According to the company, the NW-ZX707 Walkman has a battery life of up to 25 hours of 44.1kHz FLAC playback, up to 23 hours of 96 kHz FLAC Hi-Res audio playback, or up to 22 hours even when streaming. Below are the key highlights of the product:

High-end components for premium sound output

DSD remastering engine to resample into an 11.2 mhz dsd

Faithful sound reproduction with S-Master HX digital amp technology

Sound processing with hi-res audio wireless

Updated DSEE Ultimate for enhancing streaming music quality

Longer battery life of up to 25 hours with 44.1Khz FLAC playback

Premium design with a milled aluminum frame featuring a 5-inch screen

Wi-Fi compatible for direct download and streaming

Designed with sustainability in mind

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Cloud 11 event: Everything OnePlus set to launch in India on February 7

by Hansraj Agrawal | Jan 30, 2023 | Technology

OnePlus is set to kick off the Cloud 11 event in India on February 7. In the event, the Chinese consumer electronics brand is set to launch a range of products, including devices in new product categories. The brand has officially announced the launch of five products, including two smartphones, a smart TV, earbuds, and a tablet. Besides, more devices are expected to be in the queue. Below are the details:

OnePlus 11 5G

Unveiled in China earlier this month, the OnePlus 11 5G is the flagship smartphone powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. It sports a 6.7-inch AMOLED 2K screen of 120Hz refresh rate (LTPO 3.0) and 1300 nits of peak brightness level. The smartphone sports a triple-camera system on the back, featuring a 50-megapixel primary sensor (Sony IMX890), a 32MP telephoto lens (Sony IMX709), and a 48-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor (IMX581). On the front, the phone has a 16-megapixel camera. A 5,000mAh battery, supported by a 100W SUPERVOOC fast wired charging, powers the phone. The smartphone will be offered with up to 16GB RAM and 256GB on-board storage. It will be launched in black and green colour variants.

OnePlus 11R 5G

Announced recently, the OnePlus 11R 5G is likely to be an India-exclusive smartphone. It is expected to sport a 6.7-inch AMOLED fullHD+ screen of 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to feature a triple camera setup on the back with a 50-megapixel main sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. On the front, it may come with a 16-megapixel camera. The OnePlus 11R 5G will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, confirmed the company on Twitter.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2

Equipped with Google’s signature spatial audio feature developed for Android 13, the wireless earbuds are set to support sound output that comes from a fixed position regardless of movement, coupled with a 3D audio experience. Powered by OnePlus’ spatial rendering algorithm and IMU sensor, the audio quality is said to be backed by added stability. Besides, dedicated app expansions will also enable other applications to use the technology. Using Android’s Fast Pair feature, the earbuds will give faster connectivity to nearby Android devices in one tap.

OnePlus TV 65 Q2 Pro

Set to be a new addition to the OnePlus Q series portfolio of smart televisions, the OnePlus TV 65 Q2 Pro would further expand its IoT-connected ecosystem portfolio in India. The TV is said to offer a series of superior hardware and software features, while also serving as the hub for a premium, smarter connected ecosystem experience. The TV is said to have a 65-inch QLED screen with 4K resolution, and 120Hz refresh rate. It may feature a Dolby Atmos 70W speaker and could be equipped with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of on-board storage.

OnePlus Pad tablet

Expected to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, the OnePlus Pad is likely to sport a 12.4-inch super AMOLED display. It may come with 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The device is expected to pack a 10,090mAh battery, supported by 45W fast-wired charging. There could be a 13-megapixel primary camera sensor along with a 5-megapixel additional lens on the rear side. On the front, the tablet can feature an 8-megapixel camera.

OnePlus Keyboard

Designed to work on both Mac and Windows operating systems, the upcoming OnePlus Keyboard may allow swappable functionality for a smooth transition of switches. The keyboard is expected to come with a lightweight aluminium body with USB Type-C and USB Type-A ports. OnePlus Keyboard may make an appearance in a white-coloured design with support for in-built RGB lighting. According to OnePlus, the keyboard will have a ‘Double Gasket Design’ for precise calibration and optimised typing sounds for a noise-free experience.

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Qualcomm introduces ‘Snapdragon Insiders Access Program’ for new devices

by Hansraj Agrawal | Jan 30, 2023 | Technology

Chip-maker Qualcomm has introduced its new ‘Snapdragon Insiders Access Program’, which will provide ‘Snapdragon Insiders’ priority access to new Snapdragon-powered device launches and much more.

With the new Access Program, Insiders will get the opportunity to be among the first to try new Snapdragon-powered devices and partner with top brands, the company said in a blogpost.

Moreover, it will provide participants the training from established influencers on how to create engaging content and grow their audience, priority access to Snapdragon Insider events and a chance to have their content featured on the company’s official Snapdragon channels.

To apply, one must be 18 or older and live in the US.

If chosen, the applicant’s name will be added to a list of creators and the company will reach out when they have the opportunity to share a new device or invite to an exclusive event.

“Our goal is to support the talented creators within the Snapdragon Insiders community– with an emphasis on supporting a diverse and traditionally underrepresented cohort of tech content creators,” the chip-maker said.

“If you’re passionate about tech and looking to reach more people with your content, this program is a win-win,” it added.

–IANS

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