Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Price In India: Samsung has launched the Galaxy A17 5G smartphone in India. The newly launched device runs on Android 15 and is slated to receive six years of OS updates. This smartphone succeeds the Galaxy A16, which was released in October last year. It supports Google’s Gemini AI assistant and Circle to Search features. The smartphone is available in Black, Blue, and Grey colour options, with 6GB+128GB, 8GB+128GB, and 8GB+256GB storage variants. It comes with Android 15-based One UI 7. The phone will get six years of major OS upgrades and security updates. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G Specifications The device is expected to feature a 6.7-inch full-HD+ (1,080×2,340 pixels) Infinity-U Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. It is powered by an octa-core in-house Exynos 1330 SoC, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The device houses a 5,000mAh battery with support for 25W wired fast charging. In terms of optics, the Galaxy A17 5G comes with a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro shooter. For selfies and video calls, it includes a 13-megapixel front-facing camera. Connectivity options cover 5G, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, OTG, and a USB Type-C port. The handset also offers a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance, and measures 7.5mm in thickness while weighing 192g. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G: Price in India And Availability The smartphone starts at Rs 18,999 in India for the base variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model. The 8GB+128GB model is priced at Rs. 20,499, while the top-end 8GB + 256GB variant costs Rs. 23,499. The smartphone is already listed on Samsung’s official website. 

Google Emergency Earning Gmail Users: Google is urging billions of Gmail users to update their passwords and enhance account security after a major data breach triggered a surge in hacking attempts. The warning follows a cyber threat linked to a third-party data breach involving Salesforce. Users of Google services, including Gmail and Google Cloud, are particularly at risk, as the breach has opened new opportunities for hackers to exploit stolen information, putting millions of inboxes in danger. According to media reports, more than 2.5 billion Gmail users could face serious risks after cybercriminals compromised a Google database managed through Salesforce’s cloud platform. According to Google, attackers are actively using stolen login credentials to launch phishing and malware campaigns. Meanwhile, Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) revealed that hackers are leveraging data from the Salesforce-related breach to conduct sophisticated phishing and impersonation scams. Users are often redirected to fake login pages or tricked into sharing two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, giving hackers full access to their accounts. (Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Event 2025: Galaxy S25 FE And Galaxy Tab S11 To Launch On THIS Date; Check Expected Specs, Price) Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Adding further, scammers are impersonating Google employees through calls and text messages, urging users to reset passwords or provide login codes. Google has strongly advised users not to trust unsolicited communications claiming to be from the company and to remain vigilant against phishing attempts. How To Protect Your Gmail Account From Hackers Turn on 2-Step Verification Enable Google’s two-step verification to add an extra security layer. Even if someone gets your password, they’ll need a unique code sent to your phone or authenticator app. This makes it much harder for hackers to break in. Use a Strong Password Always create a strong password with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols. Avoid common words, your name, or birthdate. Using the same password across multiple accounts is risky—choose a unique one for Gmail to stay safe. Check Login Activity Regularly check Gmail’s “Last account activity” feature to see where and when your account was accessed. If you notice an unknown location or device, immediately secure your account by changing the password and removing suspicious logins. Watch Out for Fake Emails Phishing emails look real but are designed to steal your information. Be cautious about links, attachments, or messages asking for personal details. If you feel something is suspicious, don’t click it—verify first or delete it right away. (Also Read: iPhone 17 India Launch Date Confirmed; Apple To Begin Sales On…; Check Expected Pre-Order Date, Features, And Price) Keep Everything Updated Hackers often exploit outdated software. Regularly update your phone, computer, browser, and apps to close security loopholes. Turning on automatic updates is the easiest way to ensure you always have the latest protections in place.

New Delhi: India’s broadband subscriber base grew from 979.71 million at the end of June to 984.69 million at the end of July, marking a monthly growth of 0.51 per cent, the government said on Friday. The growth was led by mobile broadband services, which continue to dominate with 930.41 million users, followed by fixed wired broadband at 45.49 million and fixed wireless broadband at 8.79 million. While mobile broadband grew 0.39 per cent, wired broadband saw a higher monthly growth of 1.80 per cent, and fixed wireless broadband registered the fastest rise at 7.09 per cent during July. The largest broadband providers in the country include Bharti Airtel at 307.07 million subscribers, Vodafone Idea at 127.58 million, BSNL at 34.27 million and Atria Convergence Technologies at 2.34 million. In the wireline segment, subscribers rose to 48.11 million in July from 47.49 million a month earlier, registering a growth of 1.32 per cent. BSNL, MTNL and APSFL together held about 20.5 per cent of this market. The wireless subscriber base, including mobile and 5G fixed wireless access (FWA), also grew slightly to 1,171.91 million in July from 1,170.88 million in June. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source While urban subscriptions increased by 0.50 per cent to 641.03 million, rural subscriptions fell by 0.40 per cent to 530.88 million. The government also said that India received 15.41 million requests for mobile number portability (MNP) during July. With 984.69 million broadband connections and over 1.22 billion total telephone subscribers, India continues to consolidate its position as the world’s second-largest telecom market, driven by mobile data usage, growing fixed broadband adoption, and rapid 5G expansion. Meanwhile, in the previous month, the total number of broadband subscribers was 979.71 million, up by 0.5 per cent from 974.87 million at the end of May, as per the TRAI data.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Event 2025: South Korean giant Samsung has officially confirmed a Galaxy event scheduled for 4th September in India and globally, a few days before Apple will launch the iPhone 17 series on September 9. This event will feature “premium AI tablets” and a new Galaxy S25 series phone. According to the company, the Galaxy S25 FE will run on One UI 8 based on Android 16. Samsung has committed to providing seven years of OS updates and security patches, the same promise it made for the Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy S25 series. The Samsung Galaxy event will take place on September 4 at 5:30 am ET (3:00 pm IST). This event will be held online and available for streaming via Samsung’s official website and YouTube channel. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Specifications (Expected): The device is expected to sport a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. In terms of cameras, it may feature a triple rear setup comprising a 50MP primary sensor, an 8MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and OIS, and a 12MP ultra-wide lens. For selfies and video quality, there could be a 12 MP shooter at the front. The device could be powered by a 4,900mAh battery, slightly larger than the 4,700mAh unit on the Galaxy S24 FE. Under the hood, the smartphone is likely to run on the Exynos 2400 processor, which is expected to deliver improved performance over the lower-clocked Exynos 2400e used in its predecessor. 

Vivo T4 Pro 5G Price In India: Vivo has rolled out the mid-range Vivo T4 Pro 5G smartphone in India. The device is the sixth addition to the T4 series, which already includes the Vivo T4, Vivo T4x, T4 Ultra, T4 Lite, and Vivo T4R. The Vivo T4 Pro comes in two colour options: Nitro Blue and Blaze Gold. It is available in 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 256GB storage options. Now, the Vivo T4 Pro 5G smartphone goes on sale in India today on August 29. Vivo T4 Pro 5G Specifications In India The Vivo T4 Pro features a 6.77-inch Full HD+ quad-curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 480Hz touch sampling rate, and an impressive peak brightness of 5000 nits, protected by Diamond Shield Glass. Powering the device is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor paired with an Adreno 722 GPU, the same chipset found in the Vivo V60. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The smartphone carries an IP68 and IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, allowing it to withstand submersion for up to 30 minutes and even resist hot or cold water jets. Keeping the phone running is a large 6,500mAh battery with support for 90W wired fast charging. On the photography front, the T4 Pro sports a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, a 50MP Sony IMX882 3x periscope lens, and a 2MP depth sensor, while the front houses a 32MP selfie camera. The phone also has Vivo’s VC Smart Cooling system to keep it cool during gaming and multitasking. (Also Read: iPhone 17 India Launch Date Confirmed; Apple To Begin Sales On…; Check Expected Pre-Order Date, Features, And Price) Vivo T4 Pro 5G Price In India The phone starts at Rs 27,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model, while the 8GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs 29,999. The top-end version with 12GB + 256GB storage will cost Rs 31,999. Vivo T4 Pro 5G: Bank Offers In India Consumers can get a Rs 3,000 instant discount with select HDFC, Axis, and SBI credit cards or choose a Rs 3,000 exchange bonus when swapping your old phone. There’s also a 6-month no-cost EMI option, plus free premium access to 10 OTT apps for two months with the Rs 1,199 Jio prepaid plan. 

New Delhi: Shipments of ‘Made in India’ smartphones grew 15 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the April–June quarter of 2025 (Q1 FY26), boosted by a 32 per cent surge in exports and an 8 per cent rise in domestic sell-in, a new report said on Friday. According to Counterpoint Research’s latest ‘Make in India Tracker’, Dixon Technologies emerged as the country’s largest smartphone manufacturer by shipments for the first time, recording an impressive 196 per cent annual growth. The company climbed from sixth place a year ago, supported by rising orders from Motorola, Transsion brands, Xiaomi and realme. Foxconn Hon Hai secured the second spot with 71 per cent growth, driven by strong iPhone exports. Bhagwati Products Limited (BPL), which produces devices for vivo and OPPO, entered the top five manufacturers for the first time and became the fastest-growing player, with production crossing 2 million units per month. Tata also reported steady gains, led by both domestic and export demand. Senior Research Analyst Prachir Singh said Indian EMS (electronics manufacturing services) players are now playing a bigger role as global and Chinese smartphone brands increasingly outsource production to them. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “Going forward, we expect the EMS landscape to expand in India, with local manufacturers benefiting. The government’s Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme and partnerships with global ODMs will be crucial for the growth of the electronics manufacturing supply chain,” he noted. This growth comes against the backdrop of India’s rapid rise as a global mobile manufacturing hub. As reported earlier in Parliament, mobile phone exports have jumped 127 times in the past decade — from just Rs 0.01 lakh crore in 2014-15 to Rs 2 lakh crore in 2024-25. Production has grown 28-fold during the same period, and the number of mobile manufacturing units has expanded from just two in 2014 to more than 300 in 2025. Thanks to flagship government schemes such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI), Electronics Manufacturing Clusters, and SPECS, India has transformed from a heavy importer of mobile phones to near self-reliance, while creating an estimated 25 lakh jobs across the electronics sector.

New Delhi: As much as 40% of enterprise applications in the world will be integrated with task-specific AI agents by 2026, up from less than 5 per cent today, a report said on Friday. “As organisations accelerate digital transformation, agentic AI in enterprise applications will move beyond individual productivity, setting new standards for teamwork and workflow through smarter human-agent interactions,” Gartner Inc., a business and technology insights company, said in a report. According to Gartner, agentic AI will drive approximately 30 per cent of enterprise application software revenue by 2035, surpassing $450 billion, up from 2 per cent in 2025. “AI agents are evolving rapidly, progressing from basic assistants embedded in enterprise applications today to task-specific agents by 2026 and ultimately multi-agent ecosystems by 2029,” said Anushree Verma, Sr Director Analyst at Gartner. This shift transforms enterprise applications from tools supporting individual productivity into platforms enabling seamless autonomous collaboration and dynamic workflow orchestration, she added. According to the report, Chief Information Officers (CIOs) have a crucial three to six month window to define their agentic AI strategy, as the industry is at an inflexion point. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “Organisations that do not embrace agentic AI promptly risk falling behind their peers. Managing strategic priorities requires a focussed approach across the five stages of agentic AI evolution,” the report stated. Gartner’s report predicts that by the end of 2025, almost every enterprise application will have embedded assistants, transforming inefficient Apps into intelligent systems that operate on users’ behalf. AI assistants are the precursor to agentic AI. They simplify tasks and interactions for users but depend on human input and do not operate independently. The most common misconception is referring to these AI assistants as agents, a misunderstanding fueled by widespread “agentwashing.” “CIOs and technology leaders must focus on creating seamless employee experiences by integrating AI assistants with robust APIs, enabling a shift from traditional application-centric interfaces,” said Verma. The report further predicted that by 2026, AI assistants will evolve into AI agents with task specialisation, a significant step towards true agentic capabilities. According to the report, by 2027, one-third of agentic AI implementations will combine agents with different skills to manage complex tasks within application and data environments and by 2028, AI agent ecosystems will enable networks of specialised agents to dynamically collaborate across multiple applications, allowing users to achieve goals without interacting with each application individually. “Meanwhile, by 2029, at least 50 per cent of knowledge workers will develop new skills to work with, govern and create AI agents on demand for complex tasks,” the report highlighted.

Moto Wireless Earbuds Price In India: Motorola has launched the Moto Buds Loop and Moto Buds Bass wireless earbuds in India. The company claims they provide up to 48 hours of total playback time and up to 50dB active noise cancellation (ANC). Notably, the open-ear TWS headsets were initially unveiled in select global markets in April. The Moto Buds Loop is available in Pantone-certified Blue Jewel, Dark Shadow, and Posy Green colour options. Meanwhile, the Moto Buds Bass comes in a Trekking Green colour options. Moto Buds Loop Specifications It is powered by 12mm drivers tuned by Bose and supports spatial sound technology for an immersive 3D-like audio experience. Each earbud comes equipped with a dual-mic system, voice pickup sensors, and CrystalTalk AI to minimize background noise and deliver clearer calls. The earbuds are claimed to offer up to eight hours of playback on a single charge, with the case extending total playback to 39 hours. A quick 10-minute charge is said to provide up to three hours of use. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The Moto Buds Loop also supports Moto AI and Smart Connect features, works with the Moto Buds app, and offers Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity with dual-device pairing. Additionally, the earbuds carry an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance. Moto Buds Bass Specifications The TWS in-ear headset comes with 12.4mm composite dynamic drivers and supports the Hi-Res LDAC audio codec. It offers up to 50dB active noise cancellation (ANC) with transparency, adaptive, and off modes. Connectivity options include Google Fast Pair, Bluetooth 5.3, and low-latency streaming. Each earbud is equipped with three microphones featuring CrystalTalk AI, environmental noise cancellation (ENC), and anti-wind noise reduction for clearer calls. The headset also supports Spatial Audio and is compatible with the Moto Buds app, enabling ANC control, EQ modes, and touch customisation. In terms of battery, it is claimed to deliver up to seven hours of playback on a single charge, with the charging case extending total usage to as much as 48 hours. Moto Wireless Earbuds Price And Availability In India  The Moto Buds Loop is priced at Rs 7,999, while the Moto Buds Bass comes at Rs 1,999. The Moto Buds Loop will be available from September 1, and the Moto Buds Bass will go on sale starting September 8. Both models will be sold via Motorola’s official website, Flipkart, and select retail outlets across India.

iPhone 17 India Launch: Apple is set to launch its iPhone 17 series on September 9 at the “Awe Dropping” event, scheduled to take place at the iconic Steve Jobs Theater, located at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The upcoming iPhone 17 lineup is expected to come with four models which include the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. This year, the iPhone 17 series is likely to bring major upgrades in design, camera, performance, and software, along with enhanced AI capabilities powered by iOS 26. iPhone 17 India Launch: Date and Time Apple will unveil the iPhone 17 series on September 9, 2025, at 10:30 PM IST. The launch event will be live-streamed on Apple’s official website, Apple TV, and YouTube. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source iPhone 17 India Launch: Pre-Order and Sale Date For buyers in India, sales of the iPhone 17 will begin on September 19, 2025, just days after the global unveiling. Pre-orders are likely to open on September 12. iPhone 17 India Launch: Price (Expected) Apple hasn’t officially announced the iPhone 17 prices in India yet. However, reports suggest the base iPhone 17 could start at around Rs 79,900, while the iPhone 17 Pro might be priced above Rs 1,29,900. The new iPhone 17 Air is expected to be positioned between the base and Pro models, offering buyers a stylish yet comparatively affordable premium option.  iPhone 17 Specifications (Expected) It is expected to come with the ProMotion 120Hz via LTPO OLED, a 6.1–6.3-inch display, an A19 chip, about 8GB RAM, Wi‑Fi 7, and Apple’s C1 5G modem. On the photography front, the premium smartphone may come with dual 48MP rear cameras (Wide + Ultra Wide), with broader Apple Intelligence features in latest iOS update. (Also Read: iPhone 17 Series India Launch In September: Key Features Expected In iPhone 17 Pro And iPhone Pro Max Models; Check India Sales And Pre-Order Date) For selfies and quality videos, there is an upgraded 24MP shooter at the front. On the battery front, the iPhone 17 should benefit from efficiency gains rather than a major capacity bump, with design tweaks aligning it more closely to the Pro look.  iPhone 17 Pro Specifications (Expected) The Pro is expected to use Apple’s A19 Pro chip, step up to 12GB RAM, add Wi‑Fi 7, and continue with LTPO 120Hz displays around 6.3 inches. The device may come with a vapor‑chamber cooling for sustained performance and on‑device AI workloads. On the camera front, the upgrades may include a 24MP front camera and a triple 48MP rear array (Wide, Ultra Wide, Telephoto), potentially with mechanical aperture improvements and 5x optical zoom, packaged in a refreshed design with narrower bezels.  iPhone 17 Pro Max Specifications (Expected) The top model likely carries the A19 Pro, 12GB RAM, Wi‑Fi 7, the largest LTPO 120Hz display around 6.9 inches. It may come with the most advanced camera system which include the triple 48MP sensors with Tetraprism telephoto and improved video, alongside the 24MP selfie camera. Some rumors point to larger battery capacity than prior Pro Max and enhanced thermal design, plus material tweaks to the chassis and back for durability and weight balance. iPhone 17 Air Specifications (Expected) It is positioned as the ultra‑thin model replacing the Plus, the Air is rumored to feature a very slim chassis (as thin as 5.5–6.3mm in parts), a large 6.6–6.7‑inch LTPO OLED display with 120Hz ProMotion. On the optics front, the device comes with a single 48MP rear camera paired with a 24MP shooter at the front. The iPhone 17 Air is likely to run on an A19‑series chip and possibly Apple’s in‑house C1 5G modem. Reports suggest the iPhone 17 series may feature 8GB RAM, 256GB and 512GB storage options, and a smaller 2,800mAh battery. However, actual battery life will depend on LTPO display efficiency and chip performance improvements. 

Speech-To-Text Tools: Speech recognition technology is evolving rapidly. Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) engines are no longer just simple tools to turn voice into text. They are now smarter, faster and more accurate than ever before. Here are 5 ASR engines that are reshaping the future of speech-to-text technology. 1. Google Cloud Speech-to-Text Google’s ASR tool is widely known and integrates smoothly with Google’s ecosystem. It supports over 120 languages and dialects, making it useful for global applications. It offers businesses easy access to speech recognition capabilities through a scalable cloud environment. It requires internet access. 2. Microsoft Azure Speech-to-Text Microsoft Azure Speech-to-Text is trusted by many enterprises for its reliable API and real-time transcription. It supports more than 75 languages. It is well-suited for organizations already embedded in the Azure ecosystem.  Add Zee News as a Preferred Source 3. Amazon Transcribe (AWS) Amazon Transcribe is another strong player in the ASR market. It supports both real-time transcription and batch processing, making it flexible and scalable. It provides seamless integration with the AWS ecosystem. Its scalability and compatibility with other AWS services make it a popular choice for cloud-centric businesses. 4. Shunya Labs Pingala V1 Shunya Labs Pingala V1 is also one of the emerging ASR engines. It supports more than 200 languages and delivers real-time speech recognition with a low error rate. What sets it apart is its ability to work completely offline, which ensures strong privacy. This makes it ideal for industries where data protection is critical. 5. IBM Watson Speech to Text IBM Watson is known for security and customization. It is particularly strong for English and a few major languages. It allows businesses to tailor the engine to specific needs and ensures data security for its users. But the number of supported languages is lower than some of its competitors.