5g Connectivity

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  iPhone 18 Pro Tipped to Support 5G Satellite Connectivity With Apple's C2 Modem

  The iPhone 18 Pro series, expected to launch with Apple’s upcoming C2 modem, could support NR-NTN satellite 5G connectivity, according to a tipster. The technology could allow iPhones to connect to low-Earth orbit satellites for internet access beyond traditional networks. NR-NTN may enable direct satellite links or carrier backhaul coverage. App...

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  Ai+ Targets 5X Growth in 2026, Plans 5G, Flip Phones, and a Connected Ecosystem

  Ai+ targets 5X growth in 2026 after selling nearly 10 lakh smartphones in 2025

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  India Becomes World’s Second Largest 5G Base with 400M+ Users, Says Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

  India’s 5G ecosystem has hit a significant milestone with its subscriber base crossing 400 million 5G connections, according to Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region. The country is now the world’s second-largest subscriber base, following China, which has over one billion 5G users. India...

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  Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Top Deals on Smartphones Under Rs 10,000

  Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 has begun in India with discounts and cashback offers on budget smartphones priced under Rs. 10,000. Buyers can avail a 10 percent instant discount using SBI credit cards, along with 5 percent cashback for Amazon Pay ICICI Bank cardholders and Rewards Gold members. The sale includes reduced prices on models from ...

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  Infinix Note Edge Launch Date Announced; Will Debut as First MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC-Powered Smartphone

  Infinix Note Edge is set to launch on January 19. It will be the first smartphone to arrive globally with the new MediaTek Dimensity 7100 SoC. It will feature Android 16-based XOS 16 and 5G support. The upcoming smartphone is speculated to come with a 3D curved AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution and a 6,500mAh battery.

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  Best Tablets Launched in India in 2025: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, Xiaomi Pad 7 and More

  India’s tablet market saw several notable launches in 2025, with brands improving performance, displays, battery life, and productivity features. The lineup includes options for students, professionals, and casual users, ranging from premium flagships to value-focused models. Apple updated its range with the iPad 11th Generation, while Android br...

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  Vivo V70 Presence on IMDA Certification Database Points to Imminent Release

  Vivo V70 could launch soon in select global markets, as the smartphone has reportedly been spotted listed on Singapore's IMDA certification website with the V2538 model number. However, this is not the first time that the handset has visited a certification website. Recently, it was found listed in the US FCC database with the same model number. It...

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  ISRO’s LVM3 Rocket Successfully Launches US BlueBird Block-2 Satellite

  ISRO successfully launched the US-built BlueBird Block-2 communications satellite aboard its heavy-lift LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota. Weighing 6.1 tonnes, the satellite was placed into a 520-kilometre low Earth orbit to support space-based cellular broadband for smartphones. The fully commercial mission, conducted for AST SpaceMobile, highlights In...

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  Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Poco X8 Pro Listed on IMDA Database; Global Debut Expected Soon After Launch in China

  Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Poco X8 Pro have reportedly appeared on Singapore’s IMDA certification database, suggesting their global variants are nearing launch. The listings confirm 5G support along with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and NFC connectivity on both devices. The Poco X8 Pro is also tipped to support reverse wireless charging. The IMDA appearance hints ...

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  OnePlus Pad Go 2 Review: An iPad Alternative That Gets Most Things Right

  The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is a well-rounded Android tablet aimed at users seeking a reliable, affordable alternative to the base iPad. It offers a sharp 12.1-inch display, strong battery life, and a polished OxygenOS 16 experience with useful multitasking features. Performance is suitable for everyday productivity, streaming, and light gaming, while the...