After announcing the launch of Acer Air Conditioners and Washing Machines last month, Indkal technologies finally announced the release of the products in the market from 4th of May.
With the summer season in full swing and considerable interest, Acer Large Appliances will be made available for sale across channels the company announced.
“We expect strong May season sales as we are offering some amazing, limited launch offers to our customers with discounts ranging from 30%-40% on the usual prices,” said Anand Dubey, CEO Indkal Technologies on the products going live.
Air Conditioners
The range of Acer Air Conditionersis available across two series: Quad and Halo. The Quad series Air Conditioners are rich yet available at affordable prices, while the Halo series Acer Air Conditioners cater to customers who are looking for top-of-the-line products with premium features and services.
Both series offer three split variants in 1.0-ton, 1.5-ton, and 2.0-ton models with many high-end features like the Super Chill Mode, InverterTec, 4-Way Convertible, AiSense, and many other features. For a limited time, these ACsare available at a starting offer price of INR 27,999.
The range is available at both Amazon and offline retail stores.
Brand
Category
Model ID
Model Series
Type
Online Launch Price
Acer
AC
AR10SFS2GMEC
Quad Cool
1.0 Ton Split Fixed 2 Star
27999
Acer
AC
AR10SIN3GMEC
Quad Cool
1.0 Ton Split Inverter 3 Star
29999
Acer
AC
AR10SIN5GMEC
Quad Cool
1.0 Ton Split Inverter 5 Star
33999
Acer
AC
AR15SFS2GMEC
Quad Cool
1.5 Ton Split Fixed 2 Star
29999
Acer
AC
AR15SIN3GMEC
Quad Cool
1.5 Ton Split Inverter 3 Star
31999
Acer
AC
AR15SIN5GMEC
Quad Cool
1.5 Ton Split Inverter 5 Star
38999
Acer
AC
AR20SIN3GMEC
Quad Cool
2.0 Ton Split Inverter 3 Star
44499
Acer
AC
AR10SFS2GMGT
Halo Cool
1.0 Ton Split Fixed 2 Star
29999
Acer
AC
AR1OSIN3GMGT
Halo Cool
1.0 Ton Split Inverter 3 Star
31999
Acer
AC
AR10SIN5GMGT
Halo Cool
1.0 Ton Split Inverter 5 Star
35999
Acer
AC
AR15SFS2GMGT
Halo Cool
1.5 Ton Split Fixed 2 Star
31999
Acer
AC
AR15SIN3GMGT
Halo Cool
1.5 Ton Split Inverter 3 Star
33999
Acer
AC
AR15SIN5GMGT
Halo Cool
1.5 Ton Split Inverter 5 Star
40999
Acer
AC
AR20SIN3GMGT
Halo Cool
2.0 Ton Split Inverter 3 Star
46499
Washing Machines
Acer offers a range of washing machines across two series: Quad and Halo. The Quad series provides a balance between affordability and quality, while the Halo series offers top-of-the-line products with premium features and services.
The Acer Washing Machines come in 6.5 Kg, 7.0 Kg, 7.5 Kg, and 8.0 Kg capacities and boast high-end functionalities such as CareTec Wash, Built-in Heater, and AiSense.
For a limited time, these machines are available at a starting offer price of INR 12,499.
The range is available at both Amazon and offline retail stores.
S. no
Size
Price
Quad Series
1.
6.5 Kg
12499
2.
7 Kg
14499
Halo Series
1.
6.5 Kg
13499
2.
7.5 Kg
17499
3.
8 Kg
17999
Faqs
1) What do we know ABOUT INDKAL ?
Ans) Indkal Technologies Private Limited is a technology and innovation company based out of Bengaluru. Indkal excels in delivering, high-quality and revolutionary products across a wide spectrum of consumer electronics and appliances. Founded in the year 2020, the company’s mission is to provide prudent, high-quality, and contemporary products to the growing Indian consumer market.
2) What do we know ABOUT THE ACER BRAND ?
Ans) Established in 1987, the Acer brand empowers people with the technology to make their mark and the freedom to live their desired lifestyle. Acer-branded products strive to make technology accessible to everyone.
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1. Realme India has teased the launch of the Realme 11 Pro+ 5G. 2. The phone is confirmed to feature a 200MP main camera sensor on the back. 3. Realme 11 Pro+ 5G will make its debut in China on May 10. 4. The Realme 11 Pro+ 5G is expected to go global soon.
Realmeis set to unveil theRealme 11 series, which comprises the Realme 11 5G,Realme 11Pro 5G, and Realme 11 Pro+ 5G, on May 10th in China.
The company has been creating hype about the smartphone for some time, but now it has officially teased the Realme 11 Pro+ 5G (roundup) on its official India Twitter account, indicating that the phone might be launched soon in the country.
It should be noted that the Chinese smartphone maker has already revealed the design and some key specifications of the upcoming smartphone.
Realme will launch the 11 Pro+ 5G on May 10 in China. The company has been teasing the global launch of the upcoming number series smartphone.
Realme has revealed some key details about the 11 Pro+. For starters, the company revealed the design of the phone, which confirmed a curved rear panel made of vegan leather materials. It also revealed the display and camera specsof the phone.
Realme was expected to launch the phone at the end of this year in India as a successor to the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G.
However, it looks like the launch of the 11 Pro+ 5G might happen sooner than expected in India. Realme India has teased the launch of the 11 Pro+ on Twitter.
Realme took to Twitter to ask its India followers whether 200MP camera sensors are a marketing gimmick. The image is attached with a caption that reads: 200 MP by itself only gets you so far.
But when you have the software to complement the hardware, it goes beyond “Gimmick” and transcends into amazing mobile photography. That’s where the #realmeNumberSeries comes in…”
For the uninitiated, Realme has confirmed that the 11 Pro+ 5G will feature a 200MP main camera sensor. The device will come with a Samsung HP3 sensor on the back. The teaser post might be firing shots at other 200MP smartphones, including the rival Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G, which also features a 200MP camera sensor.
Alongside, the teaser coming from the official Realme India Twitter handle hints at an imminent launch of the number series smartphone.
Realme has not confirmed the launch date of the 11 Pro+ for the global market. The company is expected to launch the devicesoon after its debut in China on May 10. While Realme has confirmed some of the key specs, the rumour mill has churned out the rest.
Here are some key details, design and some leaked specifications of the Realme 11 Pro+ 5G. Take a look.
Realme 11 Pro+ 5G India Launch
On Twitter, Realme asked its Indian fans if they think 200MP camera sensors are a marketing gimmick. The Realme 11 Pro+ has already been confirmed to come with a 200MP camera.
The teaser indicates that the smartphonemight be launched soon in the country but the company did not reveal the India launch date yet.
Realme 11 Pro+ 5G: Specifications and Features
The Realme 11 Pro+ is confirmed to feature a curved AMOLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate. The chin will be only 2.33mm thick.
While the official teaser does not reveal the display size, the phone is tipped to sport a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution.
On the back, the phone is confirmed to feature a 200MP triple-camera setup. There will be an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP macro sensor. Realme has confirmed to launch the phone with a new Moon mode, a feature that uses the 200MP main camera sensor.
There will be a 5000mAh battery under the hood. The phone is also confirmed to offer 100W fast charging support, which is an upgrade over the outgoing model. It will weigh about 183 grams.
Realme 11 Pro+ was spotted on Geekbench with a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC. The chip is a rebranded version of the Dimensity 1080 SoC.
It was listed on Geekbench with 12GB of RAM. We can expect the phone to launch with up to 256GB of storage.
The listing also revealed that the 11 Pro+ 5G runs Android 13 out of the box and is likely to feature Realme UI 4.0 on top.
1) What are Realme 11 Pro+ 5G specifications (expected)?
Ans) Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display that supports 120Hz refresh rates
Rear cameras: 200MP main cameras with OS support, an 8MP sensor and a 2MP sensor
Selfie camera: 16MP front camera
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor
Storage: up to 12GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage
OS: Android 13-based RealmeUI 4.0 out of the box.
Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging support
Colours: Sunrise Beige, Astral Black, and Oasis Green
2) How is the Realme 11 Pro+ 5G design?
Ans) The upcoming Realme 11 Pro+ 5G is anticipated to have a curved panel on the front, maybe an AMOLED display.
The smartphone will have an LED flash and a ring-shaped camera module on the back for the triple rear camera system. It will have a finish that resembles leather.
The power button, along with the volume up and down controls, will all be located on the right edge.
The smartphone is anticipated to have an IR blaster and a microphone at the top.
Given that there are no discernible antenna linings on the frame, it can be assumed that the smartphone will not feature a metal chassis.
1. Samsung Galaxy F54 5G has received a few certifications already. 2. The phone is expected to launch in India later this month. 3. It is tipped to sport a 120Hz AMOLED display. 4. The Samsung Galaxy F54 5G will be priced under Rs 30,000 in India. 5. The Samsung Galaxy F54 5G will most likely go official this month in the country. 6. The upcoming smartphone will feature a triple rear camera setup.
Samsung might launch a newGalaxy F-series smartphonesoon.
The Korean tech giant is tipped to be working on the launch of the Samsung Galaxy F54 5G in various markets.
The device is expected to launch in India as well. However, Samsung is yet to confirm any details about the same.
Meanwhile, a new leak has hinted at theGalaxy F54 5G launch in India. Tipster GadgetsData has revealed the possible launch timeline of the Galaxy F54 5G and its key specs.
In a bid to expand its F-series smartphones in India, Samsung is gearing up to unveil the Samsung Galaxy F54 5G for Indian consumers.
The company has not yet revealed any details about the smartphone or its launch date, but its design and some key specifications have already surfaced online.
Tipster Debayan Roy (Gadgetsdata) has also come with the Samsung Galaxy F54 pricing details as well as the launch timeline. According to him, the upcoming smartphone will be launched in the country in the under Rs 30,000 segment.
Let’s look at the Samsung Galaxy F54 5G price in India, specifications, launch timeline, and other details leaked so far.
Samsung Galaxy F54 5G: Expected Price and Availability Details
It is tipped to launch soon and might be available via Flipkart. Samsung’s Galaxy F-series smartphones have been available exclusively via Flipkart, and it would not be a surprise if the same would be the case with the Galaxy F54 5G.
Tipster Debayan Roy, aka GadgetsData, has revealed that the Galaxy F54 5G will debut in India in the next two or three weeks.
This means the phonewill likely launch in India in May itself.
The tipster did not reveal the exact launch date.
However, he claims the Galaxy F54 5G price in India would be under Rs 30,000.
The phone’s base model will have a starting price between Rs 26,000 and Rs 27,000.
He did not reveal the RAM and storage options, though.
Samsung Galaxy F54 5G: Leaked Specifications
The tipster added that the phone will feature a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support.
In addition, the device is said to feature an Exynos 1380 SoC, which is also found in the more expensive Galaxy A54 5G.
The Galaxy F54 5G is said to pack a massive 6000mAh battery. It will also provide support for 25W fast charging.
The device will have a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the front. The rear panel is likely to be made out of plastic. It will also feature a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a hybrid SIM slot, support for WiFi 6, etc.
In terms of optics, the Galaxy F54 5G will have a triple-camera setup. The phone will have a 108MP primary camera sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS) support. There will also be an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro sensor. For selfies, the phone is said to feature a 32MP front camera.
Based on the leaked specs, it is safe to assume that the Galaxy F54 5G will be a rebadged version of the Galaxy M54 5G, launched earlier this year in the Middle East.
The device is likely to feature Android 13out of the box. In addition, it will have a layer of One UI 5.1 on top.
Meanwhile, it is also said that the Samsung Galaxy F54 will be offered online through Flipkart in addition to Samsung’s own e-commerce portal, just like the other F-series devices.
1) What is Samsung Galaxy F54 5G launch timeline & India price leaked?
Ans) The tipster said it is confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy F54 5G will be launched within 3 to 4 weeks, which indicates that the phone will be official in India by the end of May.
The Samsung Galaxy F54 5G will be priced in India between Rs 26,000 – Rs 27,000. Earlier, a report mentioned that it will be priced at more than Rs 23,000, which looks to be true.
2) What are Samsung Galaxy F54 5G specifications (expected)?
Ans) * Display: 6.7-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
* Rear camera: 108MP main camera with OIS+8MP+2MP
* Selfie camera: 32MP sensor on the front
* Chipset: Exynos 1380 5G processor
* Storage: 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage
* OS: Android 13 with a layer of One UI 5.1 on top
* Battery: 6,000mAh battery with 25W charging support
* Connectivity: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, hybrid slot, Bluetooth v5.3, WiFi 6 and more
3) How is Samsung Galaxy F54 5G design?
Ans) * The Samsung Galaxy F54 5G is expected to feature a punch-hole display, and clearly minimal bezels on the front.
* Similar to the company’s flagship Galaxy S23 series, the upcoming smartphone may have three circular rings around the back for the cameras.
* Vivo X90S has appeared on TENAA with the model number X2241HA. * The TENAA listing shows the phone has a similar design to the Vivo X90 series models. * Vivo X90S is expected to arrive with Dimensity 9200+, a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, and 50MP triple cameras. * Vivo is expected to launch the X90S as the fourth smartphone in the lineup. * The X90S specifications have leaked via the TENAA listing. * The premium smartphone will feature a triple-camera setup on the back.
The company has already launched three smartphones in the X90 series. These include the X90, X90 Pro and X90 Pro+ 5G. The X90 Pro+ 5G is currently exclusive to China, whereas the other two X-series flagships have been launched in India.
Vivo might soon launch a new premium smartphone in the lineup called the X90S. The company has not revealed any details about the same.
However, the launch of the X90S seems imminent as the phone has been spotted on TENAA.
The TENAA listing of the X90S confirms some key details about the phone.
The listing also reveals the specifications of the phone.
After launching the Vivo X90-series globally and in India, Vivo appears to be readying another X-series phone in the lineup.
For those unaware, the series already has the Vivo X90, Vivo X90 Pro, and Vivo X90 Pro+ 5G.
The new phone in question is the Vivo X90S and the phone has been spotted on TENAA, suggesting the launch might be imminent.
This comes after the handset appeared on the Google Play Console listing.
We can speculate the Vivo X90S could be a cheaper alternative in the series and might expand to global markets as well.
The handset has the model number V2241HA.
Let’s take a look at the Vivo X90S specifications, design and other details revealed via the TENAA listing.
Vivo X90S TENAA Listing Hints at an Imminent Launch
The Vivo X90S might launch soon in various markets.
The premium phone has been spotted on TENAA, which confirms its key specs and design. The images suggests that the X90S will have the same design as other X90 series flagship phones.
There is a huge camera module on the back that houses a triple-camera setup.
The LED flash module is located at the top right corner of the rear panel.
There is also the Zeiss branding below the LED flash.
A horizontal stripe runs below the camera module for the “Xtreme Imagination” text, which is the tagline for the X90 series.
On the front, the phone has a curved display. It has a hole-punch cutout at the top centre for the front camera.
The power and volume buttons are located on the right edge. Moving on to the specs, the X90S, with the model number V2241HA, sports a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution of 2800 x 1280 pixels.
The AMOLED display, as mentioned above, is curved. It is likely to offer support for a 120Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, there will be an octa-core SoC clocked at 3.2GHz.
MediaTek is likely to launch the SoC on May 10, which will reveal some key details about the chip.
The octa-core SoC featuring in the X90S has a peak clock speed of 3.2GHz. it will listed on TENAA with 8GB, 12GB and 16GB of RAM options.
The phone is also listed to offer 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB of storage options.
In addition to this, the TENAA listing of the X90S confirms the camera specs of the phone.
There will be a triple-camera setup on the back.
The phone has a 50MP main camera sensor. It will be accompanied by a 12MP secondary sensor, which could offer ultra-wide shooting capabilities. There will also be another 12MP sensor, which is likely to have a portrait lens on top with 2x optical zoom support. For selfies, the phone will have a 32MP front camera.
The phone has a 2345mAh dual-cell battery. This means that the X90S will have a battery with a rated capacity of 4690mAh.
While the listing does not confirm this, the X90S might offer 120W charging support, which would be in line with the X90 series flagships.
VIVO X90S KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
RAM
12 GB
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 9200 MT6985
Rear Camera
50 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP
Front Camera
32 MP
Battery
5000 mAh
Display
6.78 inches (17.22 cm)
General
Launch Date
August 4, 2023 (Unofficial)
Operating System
Android v13
Performance
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 9200 MT6985
CPU
Octa core (3.05 GHz, Single core, Cortex X3 + 2.85 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A715 + 1.8 GHz, Cortex A510)
Ans) Display: The Vivo X90S is expected to sport a 6.78-inch 1.5K FHD+ AMOLED display with 2800 X 1260 pixels resolutions and probably a 120Hz refresh rate.
Processor: The handset is slated to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ SoC clocked at 3.2GHz.
RAM and Storage: The Vivo phone packs 8GB, 12GB and 16GB RAM paired with 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB of storage options.
Cameras: The Vivo X90S is said to feature triple cameras on the back, with a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP secondary sensor and a 12MP third lens. The phone could have a 32MP shooter on the front for selfies and video chats.
OS: The handset is likely to boot Android 13 OS out of the box.
Battery: The Vivo X90S is tipped to house a 2,345mAh dual-cell battery, which means the combined capacity could be 4,590mAh. Though the listing doesn’t confirm, we believe there will be 120W fast charging support on board.
2) Vivo X90S appears on TENAA.Details?
Ans) The TENAA listing, has images and key specifications of the Vivo X90S. The phone has the same design as other X90 series phones, including a circular camera module that has triple sensors and an LED flash. There is also Zeiss branding. There is a horizontal stripe below the camera module, with “Xtreme Imagination” text. The appears to have a curved display on the front, with a punch-hole cutout at the centre. The power and volume buttons are on the right edge.
* The POCO F5 will finally launch today in India. * The phone is expected to be priced under Rs 30,000. * Poco F5 5G is the successor of Poco F4. * The device will be the first in India to feature the latest Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor. * Here’s everything you need to know about the POCO F5, including its probable price, specifications, and how you can watch the launch event live-stream.
Poco F5 5Gwill be launching in India in the evening today.
The phone, successor of the Poco F4, is expected to deliver a powerful performance right out of the box.
The company had earlier revealed in a tweet that Poco F5 is the first global phone to be powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor.
The phone promises to deliver a strong performance in terms of gaming, photography, and more.
After teasing it for almost a month, POCO will finally launch its POCO F5 smartphonetoday in India, alongside launching the POCO F5 Pro too for the global market.
The device will launch today in the country at 5:30 PM (IST) and the launch will be live-streamed via the company’s official YouTube handle.
In case you are interested in watching the POCO F5 launch event live, we have got you covered.
Let’s take a look at the expected pricing, specifications, and features of the soon-to-launch POCO F5 and find out how you can watch its launch event streaming live.
Poco F5 5G launch today: Expected Price
The Poco F5 is expected to be priced under Rs 30,000.
Tipster Yogesh Brar had earlier claimed that the phone can cost between Rs 28,000 and Rs 29,000 for the base model.
The expected price is not surprising as Poco F5 is a mid-range phoneand its successor, the Poco F4, was also placed in the below Rs 30,000 price bracket.
Also the phone is expected to go on sale on May 11.
It will most likely be available for purchasing via Flipkart.
POCO F5 launch time, how to watch Live-Stream
The POCO F5 launch will be live-streamed on the company’s official YouTube channel. POCO will launch both the POCO F5 and the POCO F5 Pro devices in the global market, but for India, only the vanilla POCO F5 is said to launch.
Nevertheless, here’s the global event live-streaming URL for you:
Poco F5 5G Leaked Specs
As already confirmed by the company, the Poco F5 will be powered by Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor.
The chip is a slightly toned-down version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, as indicated by its specifications.
However, Poco India’s head is claiming that the upcoming Poco F5 will deliver powerful performance, which remains to be seen and can only be assessed after a thorough review.
Coming back to the specs of Poco F5, the phone, as per the images shown, will be available in two colour options- Carbon Black and Snowstorm White.
Ans) * According to previous leaks and rumours, the POCO F5 will launch in an 8GB RAM and 256GB storage option and a 12GB RAM and 256GB storage option.
* We can expect the base variant to be priced around Rs 27,000 in India. The top-tier variant, on the other hand, might touch the Rs 30,000 mark.
* POCO might also introduce some early-bird offers for the POCO F5, so the net effective pricing might go down even further.
* It is worth noting that the POCO F5 is launching amid the ongoing Flipkart Big Savings Days Sale 2023, but the first sale might be kept for a later date, so the current offers might not be applicable on the purchase of the device.
2) What are POCO F5 specifications (expected)?
Ans) * Display: The POCO F5 is said to offer a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a centrally-aligned single punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera.
* Processor: The device is confirmed to feature the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor.
* RAM and Storage: The POCO F5 might start at 8GB RAM and is also said to launch in a 12GB RAM variant. As for the storage, the device is tipped to come with up to 256GB onboard memory.
* OS: We can expect the device to boot the latest Android 13-based MIUI 14 skin out of the box.
* Battery: The device is said to feature a 5,160mAh battery with 67W fast charging support.
* Camera: The POCO F5 is expected to pack in a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 16MP selfie camera.
3) Poco F5 5G launch: Where to watch livestream?
Ans) The Poco F5 will be livestreamed by the company on its YouTube channel. So, you can head over to Poco’s YouTube channel and watch the livestream at 5:30 PM. You can also check out Poco’s other social media channels to stay updated with the latest updates.
* Rajinikanth will play Moideen Bhai in Lal Salaam. * The first-look posters of Thalaivar was unveiled on May 8. * Lal Salaam is directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth. * The first poster for Rajinikanth’s next movie ‘Lal Salaam’ is out.
Rajinikanth’s next movie is going to be ‘Lal Salaam’ and the first of his role as ‘Moideen Bhai’ is out. Other than the fact that Rajnikanth is acting in this movie, it also stands out for the fact that his daughter Aishwarya Rajinikanth will be directing it.
This is a directorial comeback for Aishwarya who made her directorial debut with ‘3’ starring Dhanush and Shruti Hassan.
The poster for Lal Salaam was released Sunday night by Aishwarya, and Lyca Productions. It introduced Rajinikanth as Moideen Bhai with the tagline“Moideen Bhai has arrived” where he’s seen in a beige kurta, red hat and sunglasses. Rajinikanth, however, isn’t playing a lead role in this movie, and he will only be making an extended cameo in the movie. But his portion is said to be entirely shot in Mumbai.
AR Rahman is composing the music for Lal Salaam which was already confirmed last year in Decemberby the singer himself.
The poster also confirmed editing by Pravin Baaskar and cinematography by Vishu Rangasamy.
As for the plot of the movie, there isn’t much out but it will reportedly be based on cricket and communism.
There is no official release date for Lal Salaam as yet but it is slated to get a theatrical release later this year.
With the poster out we’re expecting to get more details about the movie soon.
After actor Vishnu Vishal, Superstar Rajinikanth has also reached Mumbai for the second schedule of Aishwarya Rajinikanth’s ‘Lal Salaam’, which also has Vikranth.
With the star actor, who is playing an important role in the film joining the team, the makers have now revealed his name and his look from thefilm.
Rajinikanth is playing Moideen Bhai in the film and is seen wearing a red kufi cap and knee long coat called jubba. Revealing his name and the first look poster, the makers posted, “Everyone’s favourite BHAI is back in Mumbai 📍 Make way for #Thalaivar 😎 SuperStar 🌟 #Rajinikanth as #MoideenBhai in #LalSalaam 🫡 இன்று முதல் #மொய்தீன்பாய் ஆட்டம் ஆரம்பம்…! 💥”
Interestingly, Rajinikanth rarely played a Muslim character on screen, and his most memorable one is that of Maanik Baasha, in the 1995 superhit film ‘Baasha‘, in which he assumes his Muslim friend’s name after his murder.
‘Lal Salaam’ is said to be a cricket-based drama, with Vishnu Vishal playing a cricketer in the film.
Jeevitha Rajashekar is also playing a crucial role in ‘Lal Salaam’ to make her comeback as an actress after 33 years, and she is said to be playing Rajinikanth’s sister in the film.
AR Rahman is scoring the music for the film, which is expected to be released simultaneously in multiple languages in 2023.
Aishwarya Rajinikanth is returning to direction after almost half a decade. On May 8, the filmmaker and Lyca Productions unveiled the character poster of Rajinikanth in her upcoming directorial venture, Lal Salaam. As reported earlier, he will play a cameo role in the film and will be seen as Moideen Bhai. The first-look poster of Rajinikanth shows him in a stylish avatar with sunglasses. The shooting of the film is currently underway.
BUSY TIME FOR THALAIVAR
Rajinikanth was last seen in Annaatthe, The actioner, which featured him in the role of a caring brother, opened to a good response at the box office despite receiving mixed reviews. Rajinikanth is currently working on Jailer, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. Going by Nelson Dilipkumar’s previous films, it may feature a liberal dose of dark humour.
Tamannaah is set to act alongside Thalaivar in the biggie. She, however, is expected to appear only in the flashback scenes. This will mark her first collaboration with the Sivaji star. Rajinikanth is also doing a film with Jai Bhim director TJ Gnanavel.
Faqs on Laal Salaam
1) RAJINIKANTH LOOKS STYLISH AS MOIDEEN BHAI IN AISHWARYA’S LAL SALAAM.Details?
Ans) Lal Salaam features features Vishnu Vishal & Vikranth in leading roles .
Aishwarya has been busy with the film’s shooting in and around Tamil Nadu for the past few months.
2) How is the first look for Rajnikanth Upcoming movie?
Ans) On May 8, Aishwarya and Lyca Productions decided to surprise everyone with the first-look poster of Rajinikanth from the film. The poster revealed that Thalaivar will play the role of Moideen Bhai in the film. Sharing the poster, Aishwarya wrote, “#Moideenbhai…welcome!… #lalslaam cannot caption when your heart is racing ! #blessed (sic).”
* The leaked render shows the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Ultra in a new Lime colour option. * However, only the vanilla Galaxy S23 might be available in India in the new Lime colour. * Samsung Galaxy S23 launched in India earlier this year. * The Samsung Galaxy S23 is confirmed to get a new Lime colour in India. * It will be the fifth new colour option in India. * The Galaxy S23 Ultra is also tipped to get the new shade.
Samsung Galaxy S23 series is teased to get a new Lime colour variant in India. The teaser image posted by the company suggested that the vanilla model might only get the new colour way but it looks like the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is also set to get the new option.
Tipster Paras Guglani has shared the new Lime colour render of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S23 and interestingly, the image also has the Ultra model. However, there are chances that only the vanilla Galaxy S23might get the new colour in India.
Samsung confirmed the launch of a new colour variant for the Galaxy S23 in India. The company, at the time of dropping the teaser, confirmed that it will debut a Lime colour variant of the vanilla S23 5G.
Now, a new leak has revealed that the S23 Ultra, which is the company’s top-end flagship smartphone for 2023, will also get the new Lime colour option. Tipster Paras Guglani has uploaded the design render of the upcoming Galaxy S23 Lime colour option ahead of the official reveal.
Samsung’s new Lime colour for the S23 series is in line to what we see on the Galaxy A34 5G and the likes. Let’s take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S23 seriesLime colour design renders, price, specifications and more.
Samsung Galaxy S23 gets a new Lime colour
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is already available in four colour options in India: Black, Green, Lavender and Cream colour options. The Galaxy S23 Ultra comes in Phantom Black, Green and Cream colour variants.
The new Lime colour will join as the fifth shade for the Galaxy S23 in India. The company hasn’t shared the exact timeline for the launch. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra appears to have the same shade of Lime as the vanilla variant. However, the S Pen will have the typical Black colour with a silver click button.
Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Ultra Specifications
The Samsung Galaxy S23 features a 6.1-inch tall Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a flat screen with a hole-punch cutout at the top centre. The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a much taller 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate support. The LTPO panel can refresh between 1Hz and 120Hz.
Under the hood, both phones feature a customised version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC with a peak clock speed of 3.36GHz. The Galaxy S23 packs a small 3900mAh battery and supports 25W fast charging, whereas the S23 Ultra packs a 5000mAh battery with up to 45W fast charging support.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra packs a versatile camera setup. It has a 200MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera and two 10MP telephoto sensors with 3x and 10x optical zoom support.
The vanilla S23 has a triple-camera setup with a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera and a 10MP telephoto camera. Both phones feature a 12MP front camera. The Galaxy S23 series boots Android 13-based One UI 5.1 out of the box.
Ans) * Display: The Samsung Galaxy S23 sports a 6.1-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Vision booster, punch-hole cutout for the selfie shooter, and 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate in Game mode. The Ultra model gets a 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate support.
* Processor: Both models are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC paired with Adreno GPU.
* RAM and Storage: The phones pack up to 12GB RAM and 1TB of storage.
* OS: Both models run on Android 13-based OneUI 5.1 custom skin out of the box.
* Galax S23 Ultra Cameras: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra ships with quad cameras on the back, with a 200MP Samsung HP2 primary camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera, a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and 10MP telephoto lens with 10x optical zoom. There is a 12MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.
* Galaxy S23 cameras: The Samsung Galaxy S23 pack a 50MP primary camera with an LED Flash, f/1.8 aperture, and OIS, a 12MP 120-degree FoV, and a 10MP telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom. There is a 12MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.
* Battery: The Samsung Galaxy S23 packs a 3,900mAh battery with 25W fast charging. While the Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support, wireless PowerShare, and fast wireless charging 2.0.
Ans) The Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23 Ultra are set to get a new Lime colour option in various markets. In India, only the S23 5G is confirmed to get the new colour. The new design render shared by Guglani gives us a first look at the Lime colour option of the two premium Samsung smartphones.
The vanilla model is already available in four colour options in India. Samsung has made the vanilla flagship available in Phantom Black, Green, Lavender and Cream colours. The Lime colour option is confirmed to be the fifth shade for the S23 5G in India. Samsung has not yet confirmed any details about the availability of the Lime colour option in India.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is also tipped to get the same shade of Lime. Its S Pen seems to have a black colour with a silver click button. Samsung is currently offering the S23 Ultra in India in Phantom Black, Green and Cream colours in India. There is no word on whether the S23 Ultra Lime colour option will be sold in India.
3) What is the price of Galaxy S23 according to storage variants ?
Ans) The Galaxy S23 5G is priced at Rs 74,999 for the base 8GB + 128GB storage option. It also has a 256GB variant with 8GB of RAM and is priced at Rs 79,999. The Galaxy S23 Ultra, on the other hand, comes in three storage configurations — 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB and 12GB + 1TB. The 256GB variant is priced at Rs 1,24,999. The e 12GB + 512GB storage variant is priced at Rs 1,34,999, whereas the 1TB variant is priced at Rs 1,54,999.
* iPhone 15 Pro Max’s ultra-slim bezels surfaced via an alleged screen protector image. * The bezels are expected to be thinner than iPhone 14 Pro’s 2.17mm and beat Xiaomi 13’s 1.81mm bezel size, which is the least currently. * iPhone 15 series is expected to launch around September this year.
Tech giant company Apple will launch iPhone 15 this year. The smartphone has been the talk of the town since the beginning of this year. Now, as per a report, the iPhone 15 Pro Max smartphone is expected to come with an ultra-thin bezel around the display.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max might have a front display with bezels that are only 1.55 mm thick (or 0.06 inches), making it the smartphone with the tiniest bezels ever created, according to reports.
Recently, a user took to Twitter and wrote about The Xiaomi 13’s1.81 mm bezel black edge. However, iPhone 15 Pro Max will now break the record whose cover plate black bezel is just 1.55 mm. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max smartphones’ front glass videos, which leaked online last week, showed that they will have very small bezels around the display.
However, it’s anticipated that Apple would save its Always-On and ProMotion display technologies for the next iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Maxsmartphone models, as per reports.
An earlier Macrumors report stated that the basic iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus bezels are unlikely to undergo any significant changes.
iPhone 15 series is turning out a major upgrade over the current iPhone 14 lineup if the rumours and reports are anything to go by.
Noted tipsterIce Universe has shared an alleged iPhone 15 Pro Max screen protector alongside a picture of what the devicemight look like, which reveals the device might sport the slimmest bezels seen till date in a smartphone.
iPhone 14 Pro Max features slim bezels, giving a premium viewing experience. However, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to take things to the next level. The bezels are expected to be thinner than iPhone 14 Pro’s 2.17mm and beat Xiaomi 13’s 1.81mm bezel size, which is apparently the slimmest seen in the market currently.
Ice Universe says the iPhone 15 Pro Max will be a ‘Super Flagship’ thanks to the slimmer bezels. An earlier leak from reliable tipster ShrimpApple Pro said the bezels will also be curved compared to the iPhone 14 Pro Max, giving it an Apple Watch-like appearance.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro are expected to come with a large 48MP main camera, which might outshine the current top Android camera phonesand there are chances we might see a periscope lens. The Pro modelscould have a titanium frame and the devicecould be less wide and tall but 5 percent thicker. The reduced thickness could make the camera module less protruding.
Though rumoured earlier, the new iPhones will no longer have solid-state volume and power buttons due to higher costs and manufacturing complexity. There are other rumours that Apple might introduce a new 1-inch camera sensor, a mute (action) switch, a periscope lens and much more.
According to rumours, the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max would have upgraded RAM, a titanium frame, and solid-state buttons with haptic feedback.
Also, it was said that only iPhone 15 Pro devices will get Wi-Fi 6E network functionality from the iPhone manufacturer. The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max are expected to come with updated features including haptic feedback solid-state buttons, a titanium frame, and more Memory.
1) Leaked CAD Files Showcase New Design of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Models.Details?
Ans) The previous rumors regarding the iPhone 15 Pro models utilizing solid-state buttons also said that Apple would use additional Taptic Engines for haptic feedback. While the plans for that change have shifted to iPhone 15 Pro models, the previously found Mute Switch may not make it to the new models.
Instead, the iPhone 15 Pro phones will feature an Action Button. And the leaked CAD files kind of confirms that the accessory makers are currently working on a new design. And these new CADs line up perfectly with the previously leaked 1:1 high-quality renders.
As you can see, Apple has completely ditched the solid-state buttons. Instead, Apple has reverted to traditional button design for the iPhone 15 Pro models with separated volume buttons. But the main highlight is the lack of a mute switch. Instead, the CAD files showcase a mute button, which is likely to be named Action Button.
It is unknown whether the new Action Button will completely replace the functionality of the mute switch. Many are speculating it could emulate the Apple Watch Ultra’s Action Button. And that button allows you to customize the action according to your preference. In other words, you can program it to do several tasks.
As you might have guessed, the Action Button will be an exclusive for the iPhone 15 Pro lineup. That is, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus models will have the traditional mute switch. So, Apple could indeed add some special features to the new button.
2) What are the Camera Changes in the new iPhone 15?
Ans) So, the new iPhone 15 CAD files are not just all about the Action Button. Instead, they shed light on a slightly changed camera bump. The early schematics showed a gargantuan bump with individual protrusions that were larger than the bump found on the iPhone 14 Pro.
But with the new CADs, the camera bumps appear to be in the reasonable range. Yes, the bumps are still larger than the iPhone 14 series. But the protrusions are not as comical as showcased in the previous CADs.
That said, the bump on the iPhone 15 Pro Max looks to be a bit larger. This leads us to believe that the periscope zoom lens for the highest-end model might actually be a thing.
However, the iPhone 15 Pro does not appear to have the same treatment. It is not rumored to feature the periscope zoom lens either. For that reason, we were not surprised to see it having less bump on the back than the 15 Pro Max model.
With the camera and new button design, the CAD also corroborates several design details in the previous CAD models. For example, the new renders show incredibly narrow bezels, the presence of USB-C, and a much rounder frame than the iPhone 14 series.
3) iPhone 15 Pro: here’s what’s expected?
Ans) According to a recent report , IPhone 15 pro appears to feature a redesigned titanium clamshell body, with smoother edges at the corners and towards the display.
The smartphone body has a smoother integration with the display, with the glass featuring a slight curvature that merges into the titanium shell.
This gives the iPhone 15 Pro super slim bezels that are 1.55mm all around, while the device retains the same pill-shaped Dynamic Island notch that was introduced on the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max lineups.
The redesigning of the titanium body of the iPhone 15 Pro gives the device total width of 70.46mm — down from 71.45mm on the predecessor.
While this makes it slimmer by about a millimeter, the same will likely not reflect in the in-hand feel.
What could, however, are the smoother edges on the phone. Apart from this, the iPhone 15 Pro is tipped to feature even larger rear cameras, which will feature new sensors that can “capture more light and reduce over and underexposure” — as per the leaked post. This appears to be different from the iPhone 15 Pro Max, which will seemingly feature a periscope lens for telephoto optical zoom.
Other key new features include haptic volume buttons and the mute slider to the left, and finally, the switch to a USB Type-C charging port instead of Apple’s proprietary Lightning port.
The leaked post claims that Apple will allow fast charging only through select, certified USB-C cables, all of which remains to be seen. Finally, the iPhone 15 Pro is tipped to get a Deep Red colour variant, which has been expected for a while now.
4) Where are the bezels?
Ans) Bezels will be shrunk this year again, with tighter borders all around the screen. They’ll measure at a mere 1.55mm, which could be among the thinnest in the industry. Android Phones have lately been winning at the bezels game but Apple is seemingly poised to reclaim its champion status.
If bezels are shrunk even as the screen size is retained, by physics the phone should grow marginally smaller.
The iPhone 15 Pro is indeed an itsy-bitsy more portable than the iPhone 14 Pro, with the former’s dimensions standing at 70.46 x 146.47 x 8.24mm versus the latter’s 71.45 x 147.46mm x 7.84mm.
* Realme has confirmed that it will be launching the Buds Air 5 Pro on May 10th. * The Buds Air 5 Pro will feature active noise cancellation (ANC). * The company will also unveil the Realme 11 series in the same event. * The Buds Air 5 Pro will launch with support for ANC. * Realme has revealed that the Buds Air 5 Pro will launch in two colours.
Realme is set to launch its new number series smartphone on May 10. The company will launch the Realme 11 Pro+ 5G as its new 5G smartphone in the number series. The 11 Pro Plus 5G will debut as a successor to the 10 Pro Plus 5G, which was launched last year in India and other markets.
Realme has already teased some key details about the flagship number series phone. Now, the company has revealed that it will also launch a new pair of truly wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds alongside the 11 Pro Plus 5G. The Realme Buds Air 5 Pro is set to debut at the event on May 10.
Realme has not only confirmed the launch but revealed the design of the earbuds as well.
Chinese smartphone brand Realme is set to launch the upcoming Realme 11 series in China on May 10th. The series will consist of three phones – Realme 11 5G, Realme 11 Pro 5G, and Realme 11 Pro+ 5G, and now the company has confirmed on Weibo that it will be launching the Realme Buds Air 5 Pro alongside the series.
Let’s take a look at the Realme Buds Air 5 Pro specifications, features and other details known so far.
Realme Buds Air 5 Pro Launch Confirmed
Realme will launch the Buds Air 5 Pro as its new pair of TWS earbuds in China. The TWS earbuds will launch as a successor to the Buds Air 3. Realme has teased the design of the earbuds. By the looks of it, the Buds Air 5 will look identical to the Buds Air 3but get some minor tweaks here and there.
The earbuds continue to sport a stem-like design. The slim stem is cylindrical in shape and has a cutout for the microphone at the top. The earbuds also have a silicone ear tip.
The charging case design is the same as the predecessor. The pebble-shaped case has an LED light indicator for the battery/ charging status.
The Pro earbuds will also get support for active noise cancellation (ANC), according to the teaser image. The company has not confirmed any other details about the upcoming TWS.However, considering the launch is only a few days away, we can expect Realme to drop a couple of more teasers as we approach the event.
Realme has confirmed details about the 11 Pro+ 5G. The phone will feature a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HM3 sensor on the back. It will be the first smartphone in the Realme number series to get the 200MP main camera sensor. The primary camera will support optical image stabilisation (OIS).
The phone has a curved back and frame. It also sports a 120Hz curved AMOLED display with a hole-punch cutout at the top centre. The rear panel houses a massive camera module on the back for the triple-camera setup. It also has a vegan leather finish to give the phone a premium look and feel.
Other than this, we know that the phone will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC, which essentially a rebadged version of the Dimensity 1080 SoC. The SoC is the same as the one found in the Realme 10 Pro+ 5G. The phone was spotted Geekbench with 12GB of RAM and Android 13. The device will boot Realme UI 4.0 out of the box. The device is also likely to pack a 5000mAh battery with 100W charging support.
Realme 11 series India launch Timeline (Expected)
We know that the series is launching in China on May 10th, and as far as the India launch is concerned, there are chances that the company might unveil the smartphones as well as the Realme Buds Air 5 Pro, this month in the country.
Faqs on Realme Buds Air 5 Pro
1) What are Realme Buds Air 5 Pro design, features?
Ans) In terms of design, the upcoming Realme Buds Air 5 might look similar to its predecessor, the Realme Buds Air 3. However, one can expect some minor changes in the new model. As per the image ,it can be said that the earbuds will retain a stem-like design, which is cylindrical in shape with a cutout for the microphone on the top. The Realme Buds Air 5 also has a silicone ear tip. Meanwhile, the charging case is expected to be like its predecessor, which has a pebble shape with an LED light indicator on it for the battery and the charging status.
As far as the features are concerned, what we know is that the upcoming Realme Buds Air 3 will come with active noise cancellation (ANC). The rest of the features are still unknown.
2) What are Realme Buds Air 3 specs?
Ans) The Realme Buds Air 3 was released in February 2022 with powerful 10mm dynamic drivers that use a liquid crystal polymer diaphragm to produce clear vocals and strong bass. These earbuds support Dolby Audio and offer customizable audio settings, as well as Active Noise Cancellation which can reduce ambient noise by up to 42dB. When used normally, they can provide up to 5.5 hours of battery life and up to 30 hours with the charging case. However, enabling ANC reduces battery life to about 22 hours. The Buds Air 3 also includes an 88ms low latency mode for gaming, transparency mode, dual device connection, touch controls for calls and media, and IPX5 sweat and splash resistance.
* IT Ministry issued an advisory to add FM radio on all smartphones wherever possible . * The advisory states that wherever the mobile phone is equipped with an inbuilt FM Radio receiver function or feature, that function or feature is not disabled or deactivated but is kept enabled / activated in the mobile phone. * The Ministry states that FM radio is a low-cost and reliable mode of communication in case of emergencies. * Govt has issued an advisory to mobile phone manufacturers to make FM radio easily accessible on smartphones. * This move will ensure that people have access to information and entertainment through radio services. * The advisory is not only aimed at providing radio services to the poor, but also at ensuring that FM connectivity is accessible to everyone during critical times.
It has been brought to the notice of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) that during the last 4/5 years there is a drastic fall in mobile phones with FM tuners feature, thereby affecting not only the ability of the poor to get free FM Radio services, but also the Government’s ability to disseminate real time information during emergencies, disasters and calamities.
TheFM broadcast is a robust and reliable communication system. FM stations serve as important communication links between the local authorities and people in times of natural disasters (i.e., in catastrophic situations). As per International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – “In times of emergencies and disaster, Radio broadcasting is one of the mostpowerful and effective way ofdelivering early warnings and alerting thepublic to save lives”.
Further, there is need for speedy, timely, and reliable communication via FM enabled mobile phones (apart from regular standalone Radio sets and car receivers) during disasters as this can save precious lives, livelihood and also prepares us better to deal with the disasters.
The availability of vast network of FM transmitters and FM radio in the country played a key role in India’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
In view of the above, it should be ensured that wherever the mobile phone is equipped with an inbuilt FM Radio receiver function or feature, that function or feature is not disabled or deactivated but is kept enabled / activated in the mobile phone.
Further, it is advised that if the FM Radio receiver function or feature is not available in the mobile phones, it may be included.
The industry associations viz.ICEA and MAIT are requested to circulate this advisory among all the mobile phone manufacturers / brands on priority basis.
The Indian government has issued an advisory this week to mobile phone makers in the country to ensure that FM radio is enabled and easily accessible on all smartphones wherever possible .
This move is aimed at bridging the digital divide and making radio services accessible to people in rural and remote areas who cannot afford standalone radio sets. Additionally, this will ensure that people have access to information and entertainment through radio services, particularly during emergencies and disasters.
The advisory was issued by the government to the Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) along with the Manufacturers’ Association for Information Technology (MAIT).
The IT ministry has advised that the FM radio function or feature should not be disabled or deactivated if it is inbuilt into mobile phones.
Moreover, if it is not included in mobile phones, the feature should be included in the device wherever possible.
The IT ministry noted that it has observed a significant decline in mobile phones with FM radio in recent years.
This has negatively impacted the poor who rely on free FM radio services as well as the government’s ability to send out real-time information during emergencies, disasters, and calamities.
The IT ministry has highlighted the need for speedy, timely, and reliable communication via FM-enabled mobile phones, in addition to standalone radio sets and car receivers, during disasters, as it can save precious lives, livelihoods and prepare users to deal better with such events.
The advisory cited the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), which has recommended including radio in smartphones.
According to the ITU, radio broadcasting is one of the most powerful and effective ways to provide early warnings and alerts to the public during emergencies and disasters. The advisory highlighted the need for fast, reliable communication through FM-enabled mobile phones during disasters, in addition to standalone radio sets and car receivers. This is crucial to saving lives, protecting livelihoods, and preparing people to cope better with disasters.
Faqs
1) FM radio mode of real-time communication.Details?
Ans) According to the IT ministry, there has been a significant decline in mobile phones with FM radio in recent years. This has severely impacted the lower-income population who rely on free FM radio services and also hampers the government’s ability to send out real-time information during emergencies, disasters, and calamities. The IT ministry has expressed their opinions for speedy, and reliable communication via FM-enabled mobile phones, in addition to the standalone radio sets and car receivers, during a disaster as it can save precious lives and livelihoods.
The advisory cited the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), which has in the past recommended enabling radio in mobile phones. As per the ITU, radio broadcasting is one of the oldest, most effective, and most powerful ways to provide early warnings and alerts to the public during emergencies and disasters. Therefore, there is a need for fast, reliable communication through FM-enabled mobile phones during disasters, in addition to standalone radio sets and car receivers, to save lives, protect livelihoods, and prepare people to cope better with disasters.
This move by the Indian government is a step towards providing access to important information and entertainment services to all citizens, particularly those in rural and remote areas.
2) Why is FM radio crucial for smartphones?
Ans) In the recent past, smartphone companies had started making phones without in-built radios. This turned out to be a real problem majorly for the people with lower incomes and who resided in the rural areas.
Smartphones are available with everyone at this point of time, so a lot of people are dependent on it to get the information or know about the daily happenings. But when the smartphone companies stopped the in-built radios, it was difficult for them, as they didn’t have the capacity to get a radio set separately.
The Indian Government said that they have taken this decision keeping in mind the advisory by International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The ITU had mentioned that radio broadcasting and communication are no doubt the oldest methods of communication. But also, they help reach information at times of crisis very quickly and efficiently. Hence, except for standalone radios there is a crucial need of in-built radios in a smartphone.
3) What is Advisory on inbuilt FM Radio receiver feature in mobile phones ?
Ans) It has been brought to the notice of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) that during the last 4/5 years there is a drastic fall in mobile phones with FM tuners feature, thereby affecting not only the ability of the poor to get free FM Radio services, but also the Government’s ability to disseminate real time information during emergencies, disasters and calamities.
The FM broadcast is a robust and reliable communication system. FM stations serve as important communication links between the local authorities and people in times of natural disasters (i.e., in catastrophic situations). As per International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – “In times ofemergencies and disaster, Radio broadcasting is one ofthe mostpowerful and effective way ofdelivering early warnings and alerting thepublic to save lives”.
Further, there is need for speedy, timely, and reliable communication via FM enabled mobile phones (apart from regular standalone Radio sets and car receivers) during disasters as this can save precious lives, livelihood and also prepares us better to deal with the disasters. The availability of vast network of FM transmitters and FM radio in the country played a key role in India’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
In view of the above, it should be ensured that wherever the mobile phone is equipped with an inbuilt FM Radio receiver function or feature, that function or feature is not disabled or deactivated but is kept enabled / activated in the mobile phone. Further, it is advised that if the FM Radio receiver function or feature is not available in the mobile phones, it may be included.
The industry associations viz. ICEA and MAIT are requested to circulate this advisory among all the mobile phone manufacturers / brands on priority basis.
The POCO F5 launch will be live-streamed on the company’s official YouTube channel. POCO will launch both the POCO F5 and the 
As already confirmed by the company, the Poco F5 will be powered by Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor.
A tweet by Poco had revealed that the phone will come with a 64 MP camera with ‘hyper stability’ so that the phone is able to click clear pictures.
