Honor Pad X8a Tablet India Launch: Honor has launched the new Honor Pad X8a tablet in the Indian market. The newly launched Android tablet comes with Android 14 out of the box and includes quad speakers to enhance the entertainment experience.  However, while it supports Wi-Fi connectivity, it does not have a SIM card slot. Honor Pad X8a Price, Availability And Launch Offer In India  The price of the Honor Pad X8a tablet is priced at Rs 12,999. Consumers can purchase the Honor Pad X8a tablet in India from September 8 via explore Honor website. Moreover, the company is offering a free flip cover with the purchase of the Honor Pad X8a. Notably, the pre-booking of the tablet has already begun.  Honor Pad X8a Specifications   The tablet sports a powerful 11-inch display with a resolution of 1200×1920, supporting a 90Hz refresh rate and offering a peak brightness of 400 nits. The device is equipped with an 8300mAh battery, providing up to 14 hours of video playback on a single charge.  The tablet is powered by Qualcomm’s octa-core Snapdragon 680 processor coupled with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. The device features a glass front, aluminium frame, and aluminium back, giving it a sleek and durable build. On the optics front, there is a single 5 MP lens with an f/2.2 aperture and autofocus, supporting HDR and capable of recording 1080p video at 30 frames per second. For selfies, it also includes a 5 MP front camera with an f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30 fps. The phone is equipped with an accelerometer sensor for added functionality.  

New Delhi: Swiggy has introduced a new Incognito Mode feature which allows users to place food and quick commerce orders discreetly. With this feature, Swiggy aims to offer a more private ordering experience for its customers. This feature ensures that specific orders such as surprise birthday gifts, secret treats, or personal wellness items stay hidden from users’ order histories, adding an extra layer of privacy. “With shared accounts being common, not every order is meant to be seen by family, friends, or partners,” the company announced in a statement. “Swiggy’s new Incognito Mode protects those moments of privacy, allowing users to order a midnight cake for a surprise birthday or a special gift for an anniversary without the risk of these purchases appearing in their order history.” How to Use Incognito Mode in Swiggy and Instamart: – Activate Incognito Mode: Toggle the feature on in your cart. – Confirmation: A reminder will pop up to confirm that incognito mode is active. Right now Incognito mode is available to 10 per cent of Swiggy users with a full rollout coming soon. This new feature is part of a wave of recent updates designed to enhance user experience and convenience, including group orders, Eatlists, explore mode, and easier reordering. Once activated, Incognito Mode keeps your order trackable for three hours after delivery. This allows any issues to be resolved before the order is removed from your history which ensures your transactions remain private.

New Delhi: In celebration of the festival season, Airtel has rolled out three exclusive prepaid plans which will be available for a limited time. These special offers include exciting benefits like OTT streaming services and additional perks, designed to enhance your mobile experience. Here are the details of these limited-time plans. Airtel’s 2024 Festive Prepaid Plans Airtel has introduced three new prepaid plans with festive offers for 2024.  1. Rs 979 Plan: Get 2GB of data per day, unlimited calls, and 22+ OTT benefits on Xstream Premium, all valid for 84 days. Plus, enjoy an extra 10GB of data with a 28-day validity. 2. Rs 1,029 Plan: This plan includes 2GB of daily data, unlimited voice calls, and a Disney+ Hotstar subscription. It also offers 22+ OTT benefits on Xstream Premium and an additional 10GB of data valid for 28 days. 3. Rs 3,599 Plan: This plan is ideal for long-term use and provides 2GB of data per day and unlimited calls for a full year. It also includes 22+ OTT benefits on Xstream Premium and a 10GB data coupon valid for 28 days. Reliance Jio has also launched three new recharge plans priced at Rs 899, Rs 999, and Rs 3,599 each offering additional benefits along with daily data. These special plans are part of Jio’s anniversary celebration and are available from September 5 to September 10.

New Delhi: Reliance Jio customers are in for some lovely treat as the company is celebrating its 8th anniversary.  Reliance Jio is offering special recharge plans and exclusive benefits worth Rs 700 for customers recharging between September 5th and 10th. These special offers are available with the Rs 899, Rs 999 quarterly recharge plans and Rs 3599 annual plan. Here Is the Details Of Reliance Jio 8th Anniversary Offer OTT and Data Pack Rs 175 value voucher with subscriptions to 10 OTT platforms 10 GB of additional data 28 days validity 3 months Zomato Gold Membership AJIO Voucher Flat Rs 500 discount on purchasing items worth Rs 2999 or more Benefits Of Jio Recharge Rs 899, Rs 999 Quarterly Plans And Rs 3599 Annual Plan Both Rs 899 and Rs 999 recharge plans offer 2GB/day data. Rs 899 plan has validity of 90 days while the validity of Rs 999 plan is 98 days. Jio’s Rs 3599 annual plan offers 2.5GB/daily data.

In an era where cloud adoption is the norm rather than the exception, many organizations face the challenge of reigning in the chaos that often accompanies rapid and widespread cloud deployment. As companies rush to leverage the flexibility and scalability of cloud platforms, they sometimes overlook the complexities that come with it—uncontrolled spending, inconsistent application onboarding, and the ever-present risk to business continuity. Navigating these challenges requires not just technical acumen but also a strategic vision. Ugandhar Dasi, a leader in cloud governance, has exemplified this vision by transforming a big tech firm’s chaotic cloud environment into a model of efficiency and control. His work is a testament to the power of governance in unlocking the true potential of cloud technologies. Taming the Wild West of Cloud Adoption Cloud computing offers unparalleled opportunities for innovation, but without proper governance, it can quickly spiral out of control. When Ugandhar Dasi stepped into his role, he was met with the daunting task of addressing a cloud environment marked by uncontrolled application onboarding and escalating costs. His approach was not just about reigning in the chaos; it was about laying the foundation for sustainable growth. By orchestrating a comprehensive cost optimization strategy, Dasi ensured that the organization could continue to innovate without sacrificing financial stability. His work serves as a blueprint for how organizations can harness the power of the cloud while keeping costs in check. Strategic Governance: A Balancing Act One of the most significant challenges Dasi faced was striking the delicate balance between cost reduction and maintaining critical operations. In many cases, efforts to cut costs can inadvertently disrupt business processes, leading to more harm than good. Dasi’s success lay in his ability to navigate this complex terrain with precision. He implemented standardized processes and established a robust cloud governance framework that allowed the organization to reduce costs without compromising on the quality or continuity of its services. This careful balancing act demonstrates Dasi’s deep understanding of both the technical and business aspects of cloud management. Empowering Teams through Self-Service In addition to controlling costs, Dasi recognized the importance of empowering development teams to manage their own cloud spending. He developed a suite of self-service tools that enabled teams to monitor and optimize their cloud usage proactively. This move not only fostered a culture of accountability but also ensured that the organization could scale its operations efficiently. By providing teams with the tools they needed to succeed, Dasi helped transform cloud governance from a top-down mandate into a collaborative effort. His contributions in this area highlight the importance of equipping teams with the right resources to drive innovation while staying within budget. Building a Culture of Proactive Management One of Dasi’s most notable achievements was the development of a cloud cost estimator tailored to the company’s specific licensing terms. This tool, combined with automated cloud cost alerts, allowed the organization to monitor its spending in real time and take corrective action before costs spiraled out of control. Dasi’s approach to proactive management ensured that the organization was always a step ahead, preventing potential issues before they became significant problems. His work in this area underscores the importance of foresight in cloud governance, proving that with the right tools and processes, organizations can maintain control even in the most dynamic environments. Leading the Charge in Cloud Optimization Dasi’s leadership in cloud governance did not go unnoticed. His efforts to elevate data governance and discovery practices positioned him as a thought leader in the field. Recognized with the highest company honor, the “PEAK Achievement,” and invited to join the Databricks Product Advisory Board, Dasi’s contributions have had a lasting impact not just within his organization but across the industry. His work serves as an inspiration for others in the field, demonstrating that effective cloud governance is about more than just managing costs—it’s about enabling innovation and driving business success. The Legacy of Strategic Governance Ugandhar Dasi’s journey from managing cloud chaos to establishing strategic control is a powerful example of how thoughtful governance can transform an organization’s cloud operations. By focusing on cost optimization, empowering teams, and building a culture of proactive management, Dasi has set a new standard for cloud governance in the industry. His work serves as a reminder that with the right leadership, even the most challenging cloud environments can be transformed into models of efficiency and innovation. About Ugandhar Dasi Ugandhar Dasi is a seasoned cloud governance leader with a proven track record of transforming chaotic cloud environments into well-oiled machines. With extensive experience in cloud cost optimization, data governance, and strategic leadership, Dasi has consistently delivered results that drive business growth and operational efficiency. His work has earned him recognition within his organization and the broader tech community, solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in cloud governance. First Published: May 22, 2023

Reliance Jio Recharge Offer: Reliance Jio has come out with an intersting offer to for its users. The offer has come on the 8th anniversary occasion of the Reliance Jio. Under the offer, users can get freebies worth Rs 700 on three quarterly recharge plan, thus bringing down the effective price as much, as per Reliance Jio website.  Reliance Jio is offering exclusive benefits worth Rs 700 for subscribers who recharge between 5th and 10th September with select plans. This offer is available on the quarterly Rs 899 and Rs 999 plans, as well as the annual Rs 3,599 plan. The Rs 899 and Rs 999 plans provide 2GB of daily data, with a validity of 90 and 98 days, respectively. The Rs 3599 plan offers 2.5GB of daily data for 365 days. The benefits include: * Subscription to 10 OTT platforms and an additional 10GB data pack with 28 days validity, valued at Rs 175. * Complimentary 3-month Zomato Gold membership. * AJIO vouchers worth Rs 500, redeemable on purchases over Rs 2,999. Jio today has over 490 million subscribers. Recently, Jio has also announced to provide free cloud storage to its users. 

New Delhi: Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has urged all unregistered M2M Service Providers (M2M SPs) and WPAN/WLAN Connectivity Providers for M2M Services, to register with DoT immediately and latest by September 30, 2024, to avoid disruption of their M2M services.  Non-compliance may lead to withdrawal or disconnection of telecom resources obtained from the Authorized Telecom Licensees.  The extended timeline for registration of all unregistered entities, who have obtained telecom resources from authorized telecom licensees in the past, ends on September 30, 2024.  The Department had issued detailed guidelines for registration of all M2M Service Providers (M2M SPs) and WPAN/WLAN Connectivity Providers for M2M Services in February 2022, after considering the recommendations of TRAI and views of M2M industry stakeholders. The registration is a simple and transparent online one-time process through the SaralSanchar portal (https://saralsanchar.gov.in/). Subsequently, in order to proliferate the standard-based and secure M2M/IoT ecosystem, the scope of the registration was extended to allow all types of business Entities such as companies, Government Departments/Organizations, Partnership Firms, LLPs, Institutions, Undertakings, Proprietorship Firms, Societies and Trusts to apply for registration as M2M Service Providers and WPAN/WLAN Connectivity Provider for M2M services. The DoT is committed to build a secure and innovative M2M/IoT landscape in the country. National Digital Communication Policy-2018 aims at creating a robust digital communication infrastructure, enable next generation technologies and ensure a holistic and harmonized approach for harnessing Emerging Technologies such as M2M/loT.

Instagram New Feature: Instagram has rolled out a new comment feature for stories. Now, users will be able to leave comments on Instagram Stories that will be publicly visible to all viewers for 24 hours. However, it is unclear if users will be able to archive them.  Apart from this, the meta-owned platform has also launched new fonts and text animations along with an Instagram Creator Lab in India with support for English and Hindi. Prior to a new comment feature for stories, Instagram allowed users to reply to stories, but they were sent privately to the uploader.   Earlier, according to the social media platform’s head, Adam Mosseri revealed that Instagram will prioritise short-form content over long videos, citing better connection with others.  How You Can Add Comments On Instagram Story  Step 1: Open Instagram, and tap on the story of the person you want to comment on.  Step 2: At the bottom of the screen, you’ll see a comment button. Tap on it to open the comment box.  Step 3: In the comment section, type your message.  Step 4: Once you’ve written your comment, press the “Send” button to post it.  Step 5: The person who posted the story will receive your comment. If they respond, you will be notified and can view their reply. 

New Delhi: Rumour mill is yet again active in the online sphere, spilling out details and information regarding the anticipated product launches on September 9. As per latest reports in the media, on September 9, when Apple is set to kickstart its event themed “Its Glowtime”, the company might also showcase the iPhone SE 4. A Bloomberg report has suggested that a host of Apple products –including the iPhone SE 3 — due for an upgrade are thin on their stocks. Bloomberg has indicated that iPhone SE 3 could well have its successor –the iPhone SE 4 –being announced. However, an Android Authority report, on the contrary claimed that the chances of debuting of the iPhone SE 4 are slim. The report indicated at March or April 2025 launch date instead.   Apple event on 9 September 2024 Meanwhile, Apple has officially announced the launch date for its much anticipated iPhone series — the launch of iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max in India. The Cupertino-headquartered company has sent out invites for the launch of iPhone 16 at the event on 9 September 2024. The Apple event themed “Its Glowtime”.  The event will broadcast from Apple Park in Cupertino, California, in the US.   Expected Product Launches during Apple Glowtime Event On September 9 The special Apple event will be held on September 9 during which the company is expected to unveil all the above mentioned four models of in the iPhone 16 series. Alongside, Apple is also expected to launch the Watch Series 10, Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch SE in an affordable range, AirPods 4  Reports say that Apple is also slated to confirm the rollout date of iOS 18 coupled with software updates for its devices at the Glowtime event. Apple iPhone 16 Event Official Launch Date: Check India Timings Apple said that people can watch the Apple event on 9 September at 10:30 PM IST. They can tune in at apple.com or on the Apple TV app to watch the event. IANS quoting reports said, “the iPhone 16 lineup will be Apple’s flagship rival to the new Pixel 9 series and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold devices. Apple Intelligence (AI) will be a huge leap for Apple device ecosystem at the event hosted by its CEO Tim Cook. Among the big changes coming to the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus is expected to be a switch to a vertically-aligned camera system on the back.” It is expected that the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max phones may get bigger screens, featuring a new bronze colour. In line with the iPhone 15, all the four models of the iPhone 16 might have the Action Button and a new button dedicated to capturing photos and videos. IANS further quoting sources said, the ‘Make in India’ iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max models available in the country right after the global launch this fall. The India-assembled Apple devices will be available within 1-2 months of the global launch in partnership with leading manufacturer Foxconn’s facility in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu. The iPhone 16 is set to be made available on the first day of global sales in India, just like last year when iPhone 15 arrived in the domestic market on the very first day of the global sale. It will be shortly followed by iPhone 16 Plus models, sources told IANS. With Agency Inputs  

Infinix Hot 50 5G India Launch: Infinix is set to launch the budget-focused Infinix Hot 50 5G smartphone in the Indian market on September 5. It is expected to be the slimmest 5G smartphone in its segment with 7.8mm thickness. The phone is expected to come in Blue, Green and Dark Grey colour options.  On the other hand, Apple’s iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max are set to make their debut on September 10. Apart from the iPhone models, the new Apple Watch and Watch Ultra, and new AirPods are likely to make their debut at the Apple Event 2024 in the US.   The Infinix Hot 50 5G’s display could come with a ‘Wet Touch’ feature, which allows users to interact with the screen even when it’s wet with water droplets. The phone may come with a TUV SUD 60-month fluency certification. This rating certifies the phone can operate smoothly for up to 5 years. Infinix Hot 50 5G Price And Availability (Expected) Now, the company has confirmed that the Infinix Hot 50 5G smartphone will be available for consumers on Flipkart. It is rumoured that the upcoming phone will be available at a price of under Rs 10,000. It is important to note that there is official confirmation about the pricing and specifications of the upcoming budget device.  Infinix Hot 50 5G Specifications (Expected) The phone could be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, with up to 8GB RAM alongside 128GB of UFS 2.2 onboard storage. The handset could come with an IP54 certification for dust and splash resistance. On the optics front, the Infinix Hot 50 5G may house 48MP Dual AI cameras.