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Infinix Smartphones becomes title sponsor of World Esports Cup 2021

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World Esports Cup 2021, South East Asia’s tri-nation esports tournament will be played between gamers from India, Pakistan and Nepal.

The primary goal of the World Esports Cup will be to give gamers a chance to represent one’s own country, something not everyone gets to do quite often in the esports community in the South Asia region in one of the most popular Battle Royale game. The tournament will see a massive prize pool of $100k (INR 75 lakhs approx). Smartphone maker Infinix Smartphones is the title sponsor for the inaugural edition as the registration of WEC’21 will begin on Saturday, October 23 as the athletes from across the three regions can register themselves till November 23.

Esports athletes from India, Pakistan and Nepal will get the opportunity to compete virtually in open qualifiers to take a shot at becoming the champion of the region.

WEC Director, Vishwalok Nath said, “We all know how intense it becomes when it comes to any India-Pakistan match and we want fans to witness this epic clash in esports as well. The World Esports Cup will also aim to connect the gamers and gaming community from the South Asian Countries in one platform which will be a first of its kind initiative.”

The tournament, which will be played over a period of three months, will have initial round of two open and closed qualifiers across three regions to screen the best 24 squads from each country. Then, respective countries will battle out to get their best 12 squads which will lead them to finals which will feature their top 4 squads. In the Grand Finals, top 4 squads from India, Pakistan and Nepal will showcase their strategies, coordination and tactical skills to decide the best of the best team from the region. The tournament will be live streamed on official YouTube and Facebook channels of India Today and Aaj Tak along with their websites.

Nath further added regarding its association with Infinix Smartphones, “Mobile gaming with the advent of economical and more advanced smartphone technology has clearly pushed the esports ecosystem to a much wider audience, tapping the still untapped markets across the region and I believe our partnership with Infinix Smartphones consecutive for the second IP property is a strong indication of the potential that WEC brings forth. We are expecting a phenomenal response for this Tri-Nation tournament.”

In its inaugural edition WEC will witness 33+ Days of streaming. The Hong Kong-based smartphone giant, Infinix Smartphones is geared up with multiple upgrades and innovations specifically designed to give an unparalleled and exceptional gaming experience with Dar Link game boost technology, which enhances the gaming interaction and visual experience in heavy-duty Games like Free Fire.

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“We at Infinix are dedicated to providing the best gaming experience to our customers with our value driven product offerings. To empower gamers and make gaming-focused smartphones available for everyone, even for those from the remotest areas of the nation, we have been focusing on R&D like never before and are constantly trying to improve ourselves with each product that we bring to the market. Our indigenous DarLink game-boost technology is just one example of our efforts in this direction. With this partnership, we aim to open doors and give new opportunities to the growing gaming talent in India. We are confident that Indian players will not only win but will also encourage the Indian gaming pool in a global platform like WEC,” Anish Kapoor, CEO of Infinix Smartphones said while announcing the association.

While Esports is now a medal sport at the 2022 Asian Games as well as few other upcoming Asian Championships in the near future. It is expected to see full-fledged induction in Paris Olympics in 2024. WEC’21 aims to play the role of a catalyst to develop, support and grow the Esports ecosystem in India and its neighbouring countries and get esports recognised as a mainstream sport.

Ubon signs The Great Khali as its brand ambassador

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Gadget accessory & consumer electronics brand Ubon has roped in Indian Professional Wrestler – The Great Khali – as its brand ambassador. The association is expected to promote Ubon’s entire product range in Tier II and III cities.

The Great Khali is a well-known Indian wrestler and fitness freak, who enjoys an undisputed cult amongst the youth and constantly motivates them through his workout schedules and world-renowned achievements. The Great Khali dedication to fitness which is similar to the promise of superior quality of Ubon products for music lovers. The Great Khali will be seen promoting audio wearables, Bluetooth devices, speakers among other range of Ubon products. The partnership was announced at Ubon’s grand dealer meet in Goa in the presence of the brand’s pan India dealers and partners.

Ubon’s Managing Director Mandeep Arora said, “We are glad to associate with one of the most famous first Indian wrestlers to win a World Title in WWE – The Great Khali. As he re-establishes our value of strength, this in turn would help us engage better with our consumers – thus re-instilling the sense of trust, strength and dependability in them for Ubon. It is critical to sustain a strong identity in the consumer’s mind and Ubon’s association with one of the world’s greatest strength icons will indeed enhance the brand impact on consumers.”

Also Read: TSSC, Britco & Bridco partner to deliver vocational courses

Being a leading player in the consumer electronics industry, Ubon always strives to provide innovative products to its customers at the best possible prices. Products designed by Ubon assure best-in-class experience to the customers, thereby making it their best choice.

Brand Ambassador, The Great Khali said, “While working out, I really need some good music which keeps me focused and helps me push my limits. It gives me immense pleasure to announce my association with Ubon, the first ‘Made in India’ brand, which has a plethora of mind-blowing products for everyone, not just the youth.”

TSSC, Britco & Bridco partner to deliver vocational courses

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The Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Britco & Bridco (B&B), the first and exclusive mobile phone institute in India to collaborate to mutually leverage capabilities in Skilling and placement.

The MoU, which has been signed for a period of three years, is aimed at working together for the delivery of vocational courses to colleges and schools. This includes enabling TSSC’s certification or co-certification with B&B for various programs offered, international placement support to TSSC students globally and B&B acting operating as Train the Trainer (ToT) academy of TSSC.

“The Indian mobile ecosystem is blooming under the current government programs like Make in India, PLI schemes for telecom equipment manufacturing and the NDCP. This partnership will help us expedite various mechanisms needed to fulfill the emerging demands of the sector be it for manufacturing and services or futuristic technologies like 5G. With over two decades of industry experience, B&B are an established name in the mobile ecosystem and this collaboration is aimed at driving up employability of candidates passing out from both organizations,” commented Arvind Bali, CEO, TSSC.

The MoU also outlines joint commitment towards development of new programs for skill development. TSSC will help develop the programs which can be executed by B&B across their current 16 institutional centres in Kerala, UP and Delhi with 3 more centres planned for Kerala, and one each in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai as early as March 2022. Another key objective explored through this MoU is CSR funds from both Private and Public entities. TSSC and B&B will also work towards joint representation for training, assessments, certification, and placements under various relevant thematic areas.

MD for Britco & Bridco, Muthu Kozhichena said, “We already receive 100+ requirement for technicians monthly. With the growth of the ICT industry in our country, this demand will only increase in the future. As academic partners of TSSC, we will increase our presence in the telecom sector which supports most of the national infrastructure and services. TSSC has been a longstanding name synonymous with quality skill development and will help us connect with the industry for domestic as well as international placements.”

Also Read: Delhi Metro Yellow line gets free Wi-Fi: Know details

B&B will help TSSC create and develop Centre of Excellence (CoE) owned and operated jointly as ‘TSSC and B&B Centre of Excellence’ at Polytechnics and ITl’s across India by the funding support of Private or Public entities. Britco & Bridco has a trainer setup of ~100 high-quality trainers. TSSC has already established CoE’s across India and plans to expand its scope along with B&B’s association.

“We have ~100 highly skilled trainers across our centres who can help a candidate earn 3000-5000 daily if they choose to setup their own centre. This is a massive opportunity for the youth to gain financial independence and run a successful business,” he added.

Delhi Metro Yellow line gets free Wi-Fi: Know details

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There is a good news for the passengers traveling in Delhi Metro. All the commuters who travel on the Yellow Line (connecting Huda City Centre and Samaypur Badli) will now be able to access free high-speed Wi-Fi Internet, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said in a statement on Sunday.

Delhi Metro in its efforts to continuously enhance travel experience for its commuters, has introduced the facility of free high speed Wi-Fi service from all Metro stations of its Yellow Line from today. There are about 37 metro stations on Yellow line, including Jahangirpuri, Adarsh ??Nagar, Azadpur, Model Town, Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar (GTB Nagar), University of Delhi, Legislative Assembly, Civil Lines, Kashmere Gate, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazar, New Delhi Railway Station, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat included. Yellow lines are mostly underground stations.

“This service, coinciding with the start of festival season, is launched on the Yellow Line, which has 37 Metro stations and runs mostly underground through one of the most congested parts of Delhi — covering outer and north Delhi through central and south Delhi and finally Gurugram. More than 330 access points have been installed at these 37 stations to provide uninterrupted internet access to commuters,” the DMRC said in a statement.

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How to access free Wi-Fi in Delhi Metro

Passengers on this Yellow line will need to log on to the network called OUI DMRC FREE Wi-Fi on their smartphone, after which they will be able to use free Wi-Fi Internet. Apart from this, facilities like Facebook, e-mail, WhatsApp, Google Search will be benefited. To access the free Wi-Fi network, follow the below steps:

Step 1: From the Wi-Fi menu of your mobile phone, select OUI DMRC FREE Wi-Fi

Step 2: Enter your number and e-mail ID, you will then receive OTP on your mobile number

Step 3: On entering the OTP, you will then need to accept the terms and conditions

Step 4: After that, tap on the connect button

Step 5: You will then be able to access the free WiFi connection.

Wi-Fi facility already available on Blue Line and Airport Line

OUI DMRC free Wi-Fi service is already operational on Blue Line and Airport Express Line as well. Over 400 ‘Access Points’ have been set up at 50 Metro stations on the Blue Line (connecting Dwarka Sector 21 and Noida Electronic City/Vaishali), while over 50 ‘Access Points’ have been provided at six stations on the Airport Express Line.

Acer India hacked again; over 50GB user data allegedly stolen

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If you use Acer India’s laptop or desktop, then there’s a bad news for you. Acer has recently suffered a data breach in India after a cyber-attack on its local after-sales service system. Hackers have broken into the servers of Acer India and for the second time this year, they have claimed to have stolen the company’s data.

An Acer Corporate Communications has said that the company has recently detected an ‘isolated attack’ on its local after-sales service system in the country, as per a report by Bleeping Computer.

“As part of our security threat evaluations and system checks, we have recently detected an isolated attack in early October 2021 on our local after-sales service system in India. While there was no financial information of Indian customers compromised, we are actively reaching out to potentially affected customers,” Acer said in a statement.

“This incident has no material impact to our operations and business continuity. Acer is also devoting additional resources to further strengthen the security infrastructure in India with the help of cyber security experts and authorities,” the Taiwanese company said.

Acer data breach

As per Data Breaches, a hacker group that calls itself Desorden has taken the responsibility for this hacking and has claimed that they stole around 60GB of data from Taiwanese electronics major’s Indian servers by breaking into them. The hackers claim that the data they stole includes customer as well as corporate business data. On the popular hacker forum, the group has also posted a video showcasing the stolen files and databases. A company spokesperson says that Acer’s after sales service system has been hacked. In this data leak, the login details of distributors and retailers of Acer India have also been reported to be stolen. This includes the data of 10,000 customers, out of which the data of 3,000 distributors and retailers is being told.

Also Read: Boult Audio launches ‘BassBox Arc’ and ‘BassBox Verve’ portable wireless speakers

Second cyber-security incident faced by Acer this year

This is not the first time that Acer has been a victim to such a massive data breach. Earlier in March this year, there was a cyber-attack on the company. During that time Acer was attacked through REvil ransomware. The hackers demanded $50 million in ransom to recover the stolen data. However, Acer has not yet confirmed whether the ransom money was paid to the hacker.

According to a Google report, India is slowly becoming a hotbed of ransomware attacks. Google has shared the data of the last one and a half years. It was told that the company has analyzed more than 8 crore ransomware attack samples. Based on this, India ranks 6th in the list of 140 countries in terms of ransomware attacks.

Boult Audio launches ‘BassBox Arc’ and ‘BassBox Verve’ portable wireless speakers

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Boult Audio announces the launch of all-new portable wireless speakers ‘BassBox Arc’ and ‘BassBox Verve’ equipped with twin 57mm large drivers with Bass Radiators and IPX5- certification.

The BassBox Arc and BassBox Verve are armed with the latest wireless connectivity. Using Bluetooth 5.0, ensuring the fastest pairing and strong signals over a longer operation range from the source. These two variants BassBox Arc (5W) and BassBox Verve (10W) Personal Portable Wireless Speakers will be available for a price of just Rs 999 and Rs 1,299 respectively, on Flipkart. The speakers come with a standard industry warranty of 1 year.

The Boult Audio BassBox Arc and BassBox Verve are compact speakers that provide high-end audio experience, enclosed within a small footprint are powerful drivers and the latest in Bluetooth technology that can keep you entertained long after the party has ended. BassBox Arc is cylindrical-shaped, while the Verve is a rectangular cuboid-shaped speaker, and both are built with a robust body that can handle almost everything from bumps to dips. Wrapped with some of the finest fabrics for a premium look, the top and bottom (and sides respectively), are equipped with rubber for additional grip while also preventing it from accidental damage. The entire shell is also IPX5-certified which ensures the speaker is safe from water and dust.

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The BassBox Verve additionally sports a modern look with attractively large volume buttons on the fabric and a red nylon strap on its side that adds an elegant styling. Now throw an instant party anytime and anywhere with a Boult Audio personal wireless speaker. Boult Audio is a premium audio brand well-known for its innovative designs and superior audio quality and has announced two new portable personal Bluetooth speakers BassBox Arc and BassBox Verve. The two wireless speakers are packed with great features and promise high and long-lasting performance with a staggering 8-hour battery life.

Inside that rugged BassBox Arc’s enclosure is a powerful 50mm driver for high-performance audio and extra bass. And if you want even more powerful sound, the BassBox Verve offers twin 57mm drivers along with a Bass Radiator for super-loud bass. The BassBox Arc and BassBox Verve feature a powerful 5W and 10W high-fidelity amplifier respectively that are finely tuned to perform with zero distortion even at the highest volume.

To make the deal even sweeter, the BassBox Verve additionally features a USB port and a microSD card slot so you can carry your favorite music playlist wherever you go – no need for your smartphone or laptop anymore. And lastly, both the BassBox Arc and BassBox Verve feature a built-in rechargeable battery that can keep your party going for 8 hours non-stop.

Tech NewsWrap: Infinix Note 11 Series smartphones launched… and more

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Infinix Note 11 Series smartphones launched

Infinix has now unveiled the Note 11 series globally. The company has launched two smartphones under Note 11 Series which includes – Note 11 and Note 11 Pro. The smartphone maker is yet to disclose the prices of smartphones. Apart from this, availability of the latest devices are also kept under wraps by the company. The Infinix Note 11 is offered in three color options – Celestial Snow, Glacier Green, and Graphite Black, while the Infinix Note 11 Pro will also be available in three shades – Haze Green, Mist Blue, and Mithril Gray.

AirPods 3 likely to be launched at Apple Event

Apple is hosting a virtual event today at 10 AM with rumors widely suggesting the event will be focused on redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with a faster version of the M1 chip, brighter mini-LED displays, and more. As per the reports, third-generation AirPods will likely be announced at the event as well. The new AirPods are rumored to feature a similar design as the AirPods Pro, but without Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and they could have improved sound quality and some other new features.

Also Read: Play launches PlayGo N37 Bluetooth earphones with ultra-flexible neckband

Delhi Metro introduces free Wi-Fi service at Yellow Line stations

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), on Sunday, announced the introduction of free Wi-Fi service on its Yellow Line. The corporation said the service has been launched on all 37 stations of the Yellow Line that connects HUDA City Centre to Samaypur Badli. To access the free Wi-Fi network, commuters will need to select OUI DMRC FREE Wi-Fi on their smartphones and then need to enter mobile number and email ID. You will then receive OTP on your mobile number. You will then be able to access the free Wi-Fi connection.

Salman Khan to launch NFTs with BollyCoin

Following Amitabh Bachchan’s footsteps, the next Bollywood star to join the Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) bandwagon is Salman Khan. He has announced to launch his NFT collection with BollyCoin. The Dabang star took to Instagram where he made the announcement of the launch of his own collection of NFTs that will be available on BollyCoin, which is a dedicated, Bollywood-themed NFT started by filmmaker-actor Atul Agnihotri.

Play launches PlayGo N37 Bluetooth earphones with ultra-flexible neckband

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Striving to adorn the ultramodern ecosystem of smart, sleek, and affordable hearables, e-gadgets manufacturer Play is soon going to launch PlayGo N37 Bluetooth earphones. This latest gadget in the long chain of hearables by the brand will be available on leading e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Snapdeal, as well as the company’s official website and over 45,000+ retail stores from October 14, 2021.

For a riveting and elevated audio-listening experience, PlayGo N37 Bluetooth earphones are integrated with proprietary Enhanced Bass Extra Loud (EBEL) drivers and sport an in-ear design. The device provides more than 3 hours of Play time in just 10 minutes of charge, riding on an integrated fast-charging circuit design and also the Type-C charging port. In fact, it can full-charge in less than 40 minutes. PlayGo N37 also has a premium, ultra-flexible silicon neckband that augers well around the neck and enhances the music-listening experience– users won’t need to worry about the earphones falling off or getting stuck somewhere.

PlayGo N37 also comes with ingress protection X5 (IPX5), making it highly water and sweat-resistant. As a result, users can easily wear these high-quality earphones during robust workout sessions and team up with them to make “staying fit” more fun. PlayGo N37 also features BT 5.0 Chipset for seamless connectivity.

Sandeep Banga, Co-founder of Play, commented, “We are delighted to launch PLAYGO N37 as it is another star in the long list of ingenious and innovative PlayGo hearables. A stellar mix of elite design, ultra-flexible attributes and best-in-class audio output, the device is one-of-its-kind in the present-day market. With its super-fast charging, users can avail PLAYtime up to 3 hours with just 10 minutes of charge. Since the inception, Play has strived to assist the rapidly growing consumer needs of reliable and smart hearables. The high-tech world revolves around avant-garde e-gadgets, and we at Play aspire to be at the forefront of this rapidly changing social dynamic.”

PlayGo N37- Price, Specifications, and Availability

Available in elegant Black and Yellow, Teal as well as Red colour variants, PlayGo N37 is a smartly designed Bluetooth earphone which alludes to premium design attributes explicitly for the contemporary needs of millennials and the Gen Z population. With the ultra-flexible neckband, wearing these earphones, automatically heightens the fashion quotient of the user.

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A fully charged PlayGo N37 can offer Play-time of up to 10 hours. However, even with a quick, 10 minutes of charge, the device can last for a whopping three hours of PLAYtime. Packed with a well-positioned mic for crystal clear voice communication as well as compatibility to voice assistants like Google, Siri, and Alexa, PlayGo N37, is a treat for e-gadget users. In addition, it also comes with a multi-function button and a control panel for changing music tracks, accepting or disconnecting calls, and adjusting volume. It also sports magnetic earbuds that can automatically attach when not in use, making it easier to keep earphones safely without adding another chore to the user’s already hectic schedule.

PlayGo N37 will be available at a highly affordable price of just INR 2,999.

Vivo announces ‘Vivo India Service Day’ to offer exclusive after-sale services to customers

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To offer unconditional hassle-free after-sale service to its valued customers, smartphone brand Vivo today announced the Vivo India Service Day, an exclusive program designed to offer an array of services to customers. As part of the program, Vivo customers visiting 600+ Company Owned Company Operated vivo service centres can avail exclusive free of cost services like no labour charges, free screen guard, back covers and many more exciting offers on select models. The program will be active across vivo service centres pan-India on the 19th and 20th every month till December 2021.

Nipun Marya, Director – Brand Strategy said, “At Vivo, the customer is at the heart of everything that we do. We have worked hard to set up a robust network of 600+ company owned company operated service centers that ensure that we are able to provide consistent and high-quality service to all our consumers. Vivo Service Day is an initiative to offer maximum benefits to the customers, especially during the upcoming festive season. We believe that customer relations must be present at all stages of business, and after-sale is a critical part of it.”

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Furthermore, Vivo will also offer 10% discount on accessories during this period to offer relief to our customers.

For further information about the initiative, customers can reach out to the nearby authorized service centre to avail of this offer or reach out to the brand at 1800 102 3388.

Samsung unveils Galaxy A52s 5G in Awesome Mint colour

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Electronics major Samsung today announced the addition of an Awesome Mint Colour to Galaxy A52s 5G smartphone in India. The new Awesome Mint colour sports matte back and haze finish along with minimal camera housing resulting in a premium rear design.

The Galaxy A52s 5G is the second Samsung 5G smartphone in Galaxy A Series and comes with 12 5G bands support along with three years of OS upgrades assuring consumers smooth 5G experience with super-fast speeds and ultra-low latency.

Samsung Galaxy A52s New Mint Colour

Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor, AI based Game Booster and 4500mAh battery, Galaxy A52s 5G offers significantly improved processing and graphics performance for an unmatched gaming experience. Galaxy A52s 5G features a 6.5-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O display with 120Hz refresh rate. The rear quad camera has 64MP main camera with OIS capability, 5MP depth camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, 5MP macro camera along with 32MP front camera.

Galaxy A52s 5G comes with Samsung’s defence-grade security platform, Samsung Knox and supports revolutionary Samsung Pay for contactless digital payments. It also has IP67 rating making it dust and water resistant (up to 1m in fresh water for 30 minutes).

Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is priced at Rs 35,999 for the 6GB+128GB variant and Rs 37,499 for the 8GB+128GB variant. The new Awesome Mint colour is available in the 8GB variant across retail stores, Samsung.com, and leading online portals.

As part of the ongoing festive offers, consumers can avail an instant cashback of Rs 6,000 with HDFC Bank debit or credit cards or an exciting upgrade bonus of Rs 6,000, bringing the effective price down to Rs 29,999. Consumers can also avail No Cost EMI offers, with zero down payment and zero processing charges, across major banks and NBFC partners.

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