Smartphone News

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  iPhone Supplier TDK Readies Batteries Geared for Thin AI Gadgets

  TDK is working on its next generation of batteries that will be equipped to power smartphones through AI tasks. Apple and Samsung are TDK’s biggest customers, each contributing about 10 percent of the Japanese company’s overall revenue.

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  Amazon Great Summer Sale Starts May 1: Here Are the Top Smartphone Deals

  Amazon Great Summer Sale 2025 was announced last week and it kicks off on May 1 for users in India. If you’ve planning to upgrade your handset or buy one for your loved ones, there’s great news for you since Amazon has revealed several great deals on phones from top brands like Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, and more, which will go live during the Ama...

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  Apple Takes Top Spot In First-Quarter Global Smartphone Sales

  Apple took the top spot for global smartphone sales in the first quarter on the back of the iPhone 16e's launch and strong demand in countries such as Japan and India, data from Counterpoint Research showed on Monday.

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  Amid Trump Tariff Threats, India Cuts Import Duty On American Bikes, Cars In Boost To Harley And Tesla

  India has significantly slashed customs duties on high-end motorcycles, cars and smartphone parts, a move that seems to give a boost to American companies like Harley-Davidson, Tesla and Apple.

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  82% Of Children Aged 14 To 16 Know How To Use Smartphones: Report

  The ASER is a citizen-led household survey that provides insights into status of children's schooling and learning in rural India.

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  Nothing Said to Raise Funding, Crosses $1 Billion in Lifetime Sales

  Nothing is seeking to raise at least $100 million in funding to expand its operations, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The startup is run by Carl Pei, one of the creators of OnePlus, a popular China-based phone maker.

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  Apple Said to Offer $100 Million to Undo Indonesia iPhone 16 Ban

  After Apple submitted its increased offer, Indonesia’s Ministry of Industry, which last month blocked a permit allowing the sale of the iPhone 16, is now demanding that the technology behemoth alter its investment plans to focus more on research and development for its smartphones in the country, the people said.

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  Video: Fliers Panic As Phone Catches Fire Inside Plane At US Airport

  The Boeing 737-700 was preparing for take-off in Denver, Colorado, on Friday, when the incident was reported, forcing all 108 passengers to deboard immediately.

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  India's Cars To Enter "Smartphone Era" With AI Tech by 2025: Report

  India is set to enter a transformative "smartphone era" for cars in 2025, with the introduction of vehicles featuring 5G M2M connectivity and advanced AI technologies, according to reports.

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  Qualcomm's Potential Intel Buyout Could Raise Antitrust, Foundry Concerns

  A potential deal to buy Intel could accelerate Qualcomm's diversification. A buyout will also face tough antitrust scrutiny globally as it would unite two crucial chip firms in what would be the sector's biggest ever deal, creating a behemoth with a strong share of the smartphone, personal computer and server markets.  

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  Are Smartphones Safe? Lebanon Pager Explosions Raise Concerns

  The explosions occurred in various public places, with reports flooding in from grocery stores, street markets, and other busy locations. 

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  Samsung Plans to Launch Rollable Smartphone With Flexible Screen in 2025: Report

  Samsung is developing a smartphone with a large, rollable display that may be released next year, according to a South Korean news publication. The rollable smartphone is expected to feature a flexible screen that can "unroll" to create a much larger display area. Huawei recently pipped Samsung to launch the world's first tri-fold smartphone, but t...

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  Apple Event 2024 Highlights: iPhone 16 Series, Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4 Launched, iPhone 16 Series

  Apple launched the iPhone 16 series of smartphones at its upcoming 'It's Glowtime' launch event on Monday. The Apple Watch Series 10 was also launched by the company, alongside more affordable AirPods 4 models. Tune in to our Apple event live blog for regular updates on all the news from the launch event.

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  Don't Give Smartphones To Kids Under 11, UK Network Operator Warns Parents

  One of Britain's biggest mobile network operators said on Sunday it will warn parents they should not give smartphones to children under the age of 11.

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  World Photography Day: Tips For Clicking Better Pictures On Smartphones

  World Photography Day 2024: People pay tribute to the pioneers of photography who encouraged others to learn this craft.