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Vi has installed over 850 new sites across Kolkata and Rest of Bengal. 900 MHz has been deployed in 2400 sites in Kolkata, 5400 sites in Rest of Bengal. #vodafoneidea #vi #kolkata Join - @tech_zone40

Flipkart Black customers are getting free YouTube Premium for 1 year Join - @tech_zone40

For Samsung Galaxy S23 users! confirmed with Samsung India Support — the Galaxy S23 series is now covered under the FREE Green Line screen replacement policy - Valid until Dec 31, 2025 6 days ago a Galaxy 23U user already got free screen replacement Join - @tech_zone40

Spotify has announced a new Messaging feature for all users - Will roll out to both free and premium tiers - Will allow users to chat and share music with people they have interacted with Join - @tech_zone40

Nokia is growing its R&D center in India, hiring locally, and partnering with BSNL to help roll out 4G and 5G networks. Join - @tech_zone40

Vivo Y500 - 8200mAh Blue Ocean Battery - 6-year Battery Durability - IP69+/69/68 - Diamond Rock Structure - Durable textured design - Signal strength increased by up to 255% - 700% Powerful voice - Panoramic surround sound - 3D Panaromic audio #vivo #vivoY500 Join - @tech_zone40

Itel A90 Limited Edition phone is launching soon. - Has an attractive rear design - 3GB+64GB | 4GB+64GB - Aivana, itel’s in-built AI voice assistant - DTS sound - IP54 rating - Entry-level offering Aivana capabilities... - Quick answers & reminders - Find files & apps fast - Read documents - Explain gallery images - Make WhatsApp video/voice calls - Solves complex maths #itel #itelA90 Join - @tech_zone40

Smartphone brands like Xiaomi, Realme, and Transsion are pushing discounts and new launches this festive season to clear piled-up inventory While retailers remain cautious due to unsold stock from last year. Join - @tech_zone40

BSNL's 1 lakh 4G sites goal is quite delayed now! No official announcement yet. #bsnl Join - @tech_zone40

Vodafone idea launched it's 5G services in Siliguri - West Bengal Join - @tech_zone40

India’s gaming industry gets a new body, IGPDA, to promote local games and skills It launches just after the 2025 Gaming Bill, which bans money games but supports e-sports and social gaming. Join - @tech_zone40

Japan is turning crowded streets into energy sources using piezoelectric floor tiles that convert footsteps into electricity A viral claim says 900K people are powering the world daily just by walking. While Japan has installed these tiles in crowd roads These tiles, made of special materials, convert the mechanical pressure of walking into electrical energy. One footstep can light up 10 bulbs for 20 seconds, and the idea is spreading to stadiums and parks across Europe. Walking just became a power move. Join - @tech_zone40

Vivo Y500 - 8200mAhBBlue Ocean Battery - 6-year Battery Durability #vivo #vivoY500 Join - @tech_zone40

OnePlus Nord Buds 3r launched in India for a starting price of ₹1599. Specifications Drivers: 12.4 mm Dynamic Titanium-coated Diaphragm Sound Features: Sound Master Equalizer, 3D Audio Effects - Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, Google Fast Pair, Dual Connection - Calls: Dual-Mic AI Noise Cancellation - Gaming Mode: 47 ms Ultra Low Latency Battery: - Earbuds: 58 mAh each - Case: 560 mAh - Playback Time: - Up to 54 hours total - 10-min fast charge = 8 hrs playback - IP Rating: IP55 (Water & Dust Resistance) - App Support: HeyMelody + OnePlus Fast Pair - Controls: Touch Gestures - Colors: Starry Black, Misty White - In the Box: Earbuds, Charging Case, USB Type-C Cable, Ear Tips Join - @tech_zone40

Vivo T4 Pro 5G launched in India. specifications: - 6.77-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz RR display, 5,000nits peak brightness, 1500 nits HBM - Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | LPDDR4X RAM | UFS 2.2 storage | 12GB virtual RAM - 6,500mAh battery | 90W charging - Front: 32MP - Rear: 50MP Sony IMX882 OIS + 50MP Sony IMX882 OIS 3x periscope + 2MP bokeh - Android 15 | FunTouch OS 15 - 4 x OS upgrades | 6 yrs security updates - In-display fingerprint scanner, 16,470 mm² cooling system - dual SIM 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, IR blaster, USB-C - 163.53 × 76.96 × 7.53 mm | Weight: 192g | IP68/69 price: - 8GB+128GB: Rs 27,999 (~$320) - 8GB+256GB: Rs 29,999 (~$340) - 12GB+256GB: Rs 31,999 (~$365) - Colours: Nitro Blue | Blaze Gold - Sale date: August 29 via Flipkart, Vivo India e-store, and offline stores - Launch offers: Rs 3,000 instant discount on HDFC / SBI / Axis Bank cards or Rs 3,000 exchange bonus | Up to 6 months no-cost EMI | Free 2-month premium access to 10 OTT apps #Vivo

Introductory pricing - ₹24999

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Developer verification in Android - October 2025: Early access begins - March 2026: Verification opens - September 2026: These requirements go into effect in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand - 2027 and beyond: Rolling out gradually - Developers have to verify personal details over at Android Developer Console, apps can still be distributed outside of Play Store as usual - Only devices with Google Play services installed are affected from this change More info: Android Developers Blog #Android Join - @tech_zone40

Google will block sideloading of unverified Android apps from next year Comparing the move to an ID check at the airport.. Join - @tech_zone40

Galaxy S21 FE Exynos version gets August update in India yesterday Build Version: G990EXXSHGYH1/G990EODMHGYH1/G990EXXSHGYH1 Join - @tech_zone40

Galaxy Z Flip5 gets August update in India Build Version: F731BXXS5EYH1/F731BOXM5EYD9/F731BXXU5EYD9 Join - @tech_zone40

Elon Musk sues OpenAI and Apple Accusing them in a lawsuit of unfairly favoring OpenAI across iPhones and blocking competition for other chatbot makers. Join - @tech_zone40