<ul><li><keyword id="6355629" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="google" source="Orion">Google</keyword> has announced the rollout of <keyword id="14852687" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="android-14-beta" source="Orion">Android 14 Beta</keyword> 2 at the I/O 2023.</li><li>The beta is now available to devices like the OnePlus 11 and the Vivo X90 series.</li><li>Here are the devices eligible to get the <keyword id="14853796" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="android-14" source="Orion">Android 14</keyword> beta 2.</li></ul>Google yesterday held its annual developer conference, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/pixel-fold-pixel-7a-pixel-tablet-and-everything-announced-at-google-i/o-2023/articleshow/100143082.cms">I/O 2023</a>, unveiling a host of devices, including the Pixel Fold and the Pixel 7a. The company also showcased upcoming Android 14 features and design changes. Google had released the Android 14 developer preview in February and started rolling out the first beta in April to selected Pixel devices. At the I/O 2023, Google released beta 2 and announced support for more smartphones and tablets. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Android 14 Beta 2 features" comment="subhead" text="Android 14 Beta 2 features">Android 14 Beta 2 features</cmsannotation> The Android 14 Beta 2 brings several improvements, including camera and media, privacy and security, user interface, and more. The update brings support for Ultra HDR images, new features in health connect, camera improvements, loss USB audio, new data sharing updates, and more. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Android 14 Beta 2 supported devices" comment="subhead" text="Android 14 Beta 2 supported devices">Android 14 Beta 2 supported devices</cmsannotation> <ul><li>OnePlus 11</li><li>Nothing phone (1)</li><li>Xiaomi 12T, Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro</li><li>iQOO 11</li><li>Vivo X90 series</li><li>Realme GT 2 Pro</li><li>Oppo Find N2 Flip</li><li>Lenovo Tab Extreme</li><li>Tecno Camon 20 series</li><li>Pixel 4a</li><li>Pixel 5 and 5a</li><li>Pixel 6 and 6 Pro</li><li>Pixel 6a</li><li>Pixel 7 and 7 Pro</li><li>Pixel 7a</li><li>Pixel Fold</li></ul> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="How to download Android 14 Beta 2" comment="subhead" text="How to download Android 14 Beta 2">How to download Android 14 Beta 2</cmsannotation> The Android 14 Beta 2 is in its early stages and likely has a lot of bugs. Only experienced users are recommended to try the beta, or you use a secondary device to test it. We recommend you back up your data before trying out the beta. You can visit Google’s<a href="https://developer.android.com/about/versions/14/devices"> website</a> to download the beta for your smartphone. On the website, click on the page for your smartphone’s company and follow the instructions mentioned. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/google-pixel-7a-vs-oneplus-11r-comparison-which-phone-should-you-buy-under-50000/slidelist/100153385.cms">Pixel 7a vs OnePlus 11R – which phone should you buy under ₹50,000</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/pixel-fold-pixel-7a-pixel-tablet-and-everything-announced-at-google-i/o-2023/articleshow/100143082.cms">Pixel Fold, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet and everything announced at Google I/O 2023</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/survey-reveals-three-out-of-four-indians-suffer-from-nomophobia-heres-what-it-means/articleshow/100073985.cms">Survey reveals three out of four Indians suffer from NoMoPhobia: Here’s what it mean</a>

Android 14 Beta 2 announced – features, eligible devices, and how to download

<ul><li>The Indian government is reportedly working on guidelines for adoption of a common charger in the country.</li><li>Companies will be required to offer USB Type-C ports for devices like phones, laptops, tablets, Bluetooth earphones and other portable devices.</li><li>The EU had passed similar rules earlier this year, mandating all companies to offer a USB Type-C port in their devices.</li></ul>The <keyword id="6355110" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="european-union" source="Orion">European Union</keyword> (EU) earlier this year announced new rules around chargers, mandating companies to offer a common charger for all small devices such as smartphones and tablets in a bid to reduce electronic waste. According to a PTI report, the Indian government is exploring the adoption of similar rules. The government has called for a meeting on August 17 to discuss the rules with smartphone makers and other industry organisations. The EU had announced that all small electronics that can be charged should offer a USB Type-C port from 2024. <keyword id="3658" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="india" source="Orion">India</keyword> is expected to roll out similar rules for devices like smartphones, tablets, laptops, Bluetooth earphones, Bluetooth speakers and more. "If companies can serve in Europe and the US, why cannot they do it in India? Portable electronic devices like smartphones and tablets should have a common charger," an official told PTI. The official added that the government is worried that once the EU rules come into force, such products may be dumped in India. Considering this, we can expect the Indian government to enforce the rules at the same time as the EU, in 2024. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Apple to be impacted" comment="subhead" text="Apple to be impacted"><keyword id="6354427" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="apple" source="Orion">Apple</keyword> to be impacted</cmsannotation> Apple was one of the most <a href="https://www.reuters.com/article/us-eu-apple-charger-idUSKBN1ZM2EV">vocal critics</a> of the EU's proposal for a common charger, going as far as claiming that this move would hamper innovation and create a mountain of electronic waste. Apple uses its proprietary Lightning connector in devices like iPhones, AirPods and more. It will face the biggest impact of the new rules as it is one of the few companies that does not offer a USB Type-C port with all of their devices. Some of the laptop makers such as Dell, HP and Asus will also have to change the charger offered with their affordable devices. Most of the laptops from these companies already have a USB Type-C port so adopting this for their affordable laptops should not be an issue. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/indian-government-is-reportedly-planning-on-restricting-xiaomi-realme-vivo-and-oppo-from-the-budget-smartphone-segment/articleshow/93432631.cms">Indian government is reportedly planning on restricting Xiaomi, Realme, Vivo and Oppo from the budget smartphone segment</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/auto/news/ola-electric-may-finally-introduce-its-first-electric-car-on-august-15/articleshow/93362208.cms">Ola Electric may finally introduce its first electric car on August 15</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/news/upi-transactions-reach-a-new-high-cross-the-6-billion-mark-in-july-2022/articleshow/93297345.cms">Over 200 million UPI transactions were done each day in July 2022</a>

After EU, India wants companies to offer a common charger for all devices

<ul><li><keyword id="16593420" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="mobile-world-congress-2023" source="Orion">Mobile World Congress 2023</keyword> will take place at Fira Gran Via, Barcelona from 27 February to 2 March 2023.</li><li>At least five Android phone manufacturers are participating in the event.</li><li>During the event, expect to see new devices and technologies from OnePlus, Xiaomi, Tecno, Realme, Samsung, and more.</li></ul>The <keyword id="111480" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="mobile-world-congress" source="Orion">Mobile World Congress</keyword> is the largest <keyword id="16626166" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="mobile-phone-exhibition" source="Orion">mobile phone exhibition</keyword> globally, where major Android smartphone manufacturers gather to showcase and introduce their latest technologies. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, MWC experienced a hiatus for two years, and its 2022 event was smaller in scale than prior years. The Mobile World Congress was once the major event for premier device reveals by big names like Samsung. However, most manufacturers now opt to introduce their flagship products individually. For instance, Oppo Find N2 Flip's global launch was held on 15 February, while Samsung unveiled its Galaxy S23 series earlier in the same month. Nevertheless, we are aware of at least five other Android phone manufacturers participating in the event. The MWC 2023 will take place at Fira Gran Via, Barcelona from 27 February to 2 March 2023. Below, we will provide you with information on all the manufacturers that have verified their participation at the Mobile World Congress 2023. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="OnePlus" comment="subhead" text="OnePlus">OnePlus</cmsannotation> OnePlus has confirmed its participation in MWC 2023, where it will unveil its <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/oneplus-11-concept-video-reveals-a-large-camera-and-a-rear-panel-that-lights-up/articleshow/98112845.cms">OnePlus 11 Concept</a>, a phone with a light-up rear similar to the Nothing Phone 1. The 11 Concept was teased by OnePlus during its launch event. Similar to its previous concept phone, the OnePlus 11 Concept is unlikely to be available for purchase, but it may showcase features that OnePlus is exploring and could potentially include in future devices. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Xiaomi" comment="subhead" text="Xiaomi">Xiaomi</cmsannotation> The global launch of the Xiaomi 13 series is scheduled for February 26, as confirmed by its CEO, Lei Jun, on Twitter. In case Xiaomi decides to surprise us with something new, the Mobile World Congress could be where we catch the first glimpse of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Tecno" comment="subhead" text="Tecno">Tecno</cmsannotation> You may not be familiar with Tecno, as it is a smaller mobile manufacturer. The company has confirmed that it will present a new foldable phone, the Tecno Phantom V Fold at MWC 2023. The device will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset. Beyond this, there is limited information available about the Phantom V Fold or any other products Tecno may unveil during the event. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Realme" comment="subhead" text="Realme">Realme</cmsannotation> Realme is pushing smartphone charging capabilities to new heights by announcing the world's first 240W fast-charging smartphone, the Realme GT 3 at MWC 2023. The device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, making it more affordable than other flagship phones in 2023 despite its advanced charging technology. Realme is set to reveal the GT 3 on February 28. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Samsung" comment="subhead" text="Samsung">Samsung</cmsannotation> Samsung has announced that it will participate in MWC 2023, where it will showcase the Galaxy S23 series, but no new smartphones will be introduced. Additionally, the company is expected to present and demonstrate various 5G technologies during the event. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Nubia to launch VR glasses" comment="subhead" text="Nubia to launch VR glasses">Nubia to launch VR glasses</cmsannotation> Nubia has announced the launch of its VR glasses, called the nubia Neovision Glass, which promises an unrestricted audio-visual experience. Furthermore, the company will unveil the Nubia Pad 3D, a tablet that supports 3D visuals. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/scammers-are-cashing-in-with-fake-chatgpt-apps-heres-what-you-can-do-stay-safe/articleshow/98199424.cms">Scammers are cashing in with fake ChatGPT apps: Here’s what you can do stay safe</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/noninvasive-blood-glucose-testing-is-among-the-[%E2%80%A6]y-reaches-proof-of-concept-stage/articleshow/98198709.cms">Noninvasive blood glucose testing is among the new Apple Watch tech that reportedly reaches 'Proof-of Concept' stage</a>

MWC 2023: Here's what to expect at this year’s Mobile World Congress

<ul><li>The <keyword id="13918931" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="beta-version-of-android-13" source="Orion">beta version of Android 13</keyword> will let you try out many features before official release.</li><li><keyword id="11090845" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="android-13" source="Orion">Android 13</keyword> to add more features for foldable phones and tablets.</li><li>Find out what’s new with <keyword id="13788815" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="android-13-beta" source="Orion">Android 13 Beta</keyword>.</li></ul>At Google <keyword id="13902232" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="i/o-2022" source="Orion">I/O 2022</keyword>, we got a detailed look at Android 13. The OS was announced back in February but at this I/O event, the company revealed its key features. Android 13 Beta will be soon available to Pixel devices with some additional changes. Currently, the beta is available on a range of popular devices, including Asus, Google Pixel, Lenovo, Nokia, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, and Tecno. What’s new? The Android 13 comes with an updated new permission setting to control apps sending you notifications. It brings improved permission settings for pairing with nearby devices. It has all-new ‘Material You’ design language elements that allow you to match app icon colours with themes and pre-app language selection along with other new customisation options. Android 13 also brings new enhancements for foldable phones and tablets. It includes a quick setting panel, new notifications settings and more. Other additions include support for Bluetooth LE Audio. Granular controls for privacy and security Android 13 will give control to users to choose between ‘Photos and Videos’ and ‘Music and Audio’ when an app asks for permission to access files. Earlier, the setting was limited to ‘Files and media’ that allowed app to access internal storage. Also, Android 13 will show alerts whenever an app access something in the background. More optimisation for tablets For tablets, Android 13 is introducing more multitasking options. With a newly updated taskbar, users can easily switch between apps and drop any app from the library onto the home screen. In addition, users can run two apps side-by-side in a split-screen view. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/heres-how-to-download-android-13-beta-on-your-phone/articleshow/91534246.cms">Here’s how to download Android 13 Beta on your phone</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/twitter-loses-2-executives-as-it-freezes-most-hiring-ahead-of-elon-musks-takeover/articleshow/91526442.cms">Twitter loses 2 executives as it freezes most hiring ahead of Elon Musk's takeover</a>

Google announced Android 13 Beta at I/O 2022: Here’s what’s new

<ul><li><keyword id="6354427" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="apple" source="Orion">Apple</keyword> is reportedly testing color e-ink displays.</li><li>The e-ink displays will be used for foldable phones and tablets.</li><li>E-ink displays are known to be power efficient when compared to LCD or OLED displays.</li></ul>Cupertino tech giant Apple is reportedly testing color e-ink displays for its future foldable devices and tablets. There have been several <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/gadgets/news/apple-could-enter-the-foldable-segment-reports-suggest-it-is-testing-a-9-inch-foldable-device/articleshow/90637883.cms">reports</a> that suggest that Apple is already working on its first foldable device. According to a <a href="https://twitter.com/mingchikuo/status/1526421343813574656">tweet</a> by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is currently testing color e-ink displays, also referred to as electronic paper displays. The company intends to use them for its future foldable phones for the cover or external display and for tablets as well. Kuo notes that e-ink displays are suitable for the secondary screen on foldable devices as they are power efficient. They are known to consume less power when compared to LCD or OLED displays. While Apple hasn’t launched a foldable device so far, there have been reports that the company is working on multiple foldable devices. In addition to foldable iPhones, the company is <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2022/02/27/gurman-apples-mysterious-20-foldable-could-be-macbook-ipad-hybrid-with-touchscreen-keyboard/">reportedly</a> also working on a 20-inch foldable device. At present, existing foldable devices from the likes of Samsung, Oppo and Vivo offer AMOLED outer displays. It is to be noted that e-ink displays do not consume a lot of power for static content, making them useful for showing time, notifications and similar content without having to sacrifice battery life. However, they cannot be compared to the quality offered by LCD or AMOLED displays. Apple is expected to launch its first foldable device in the next two to three years, so a lot can still change before we can finally get our hands on the device. Apple is yet to confirm that it is working on a foldable device. A <a href="https://www.notebookcheck.net/Leaker-claims-that-Apple-is-testing-a-9-inch-foldable-device-possible-iPhone-iPad-hybrid-won-t-launch-before-2025.611276.0.html">leak</a> earlier this year revealed that the iPhone maker is working on a 9-inch foldable device that will be launched sometime around 2025. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/apples-new-subscription-policy-allows-developers-to-charge-you-more-money-without-your-permission/articleshow/91612137.cms">Apple’s new subscription policy allows developers to charge you more money without your permission</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/twitter-chief-says-the-company-suspends-over-half-a-million-spam-accounts-each-day-as-elon-musk-puts-his-acquisition-deal-on-hold/articleshow/91609899.cms">Twitter chief says the company suspends over half a million spam accounts each day as Elon Musk puts his acquisition deal on hold</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/enterprise/news/sony-announced-the-upcoming-playstation-plus-games-lineup-for-india/articleshow/91610565.cms">Sony announced the upcoming PlayStation Plus games lineup for India - here’s the complete list</a>

Apple is reportedly testing color e-ink displays for foldable devices

<ul><li>Google’s OS update arrives a little early this year.</li><li>Older Pixel devices such as Pixel 3 and 3a are not eligible for the <keyword id="11090845" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="android-13" source="Orion">Android 13</keyword> update.</li><li>Below, read what’s new and what you will get.</li></ul>After months of testing its <keyword id="6355645" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="android" source="Orion">Android</keyword> 13 Beta version, Google has officially announced the release of Android 13 for Google’s Pixel phones. This year’s Android update is getting an official release a little earlier than usual, Android 12 was released back in October 2021 and Android 11 in September 2020. Android 13 is not another design overhaul like Android 12. Instead, this year Google has focused on security upgrades and functionality improvements such as more intuitive QR scanner support, revamped clipboard features and more. There are a few design changes like an updated media player and support for themed icons to match wallpaper colour. Besides this, there are small changes in the operating system. You can set different languages for a particular app, use Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) when running low on battery and record HDR video in third-party camera apps. Google has also updated Android’s permission system, applications now must explicitly ask to send you notifications similar to iPhone and iPad. The Android 13 also brings a newly updated taskbar on tablets that lets you see all your apps at a glance and allows you to drag and drop them into split screen mode. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Android 13: Supported devices" comment="subhead" text="Android 13: Supported devices">Android 13: Supported devices</cmsannotation> Currently, only Google’s Pixel phones are eligible for Android 13. Older Pixel devices such as Pixel 3 and 3a are officially left behind. <ul><li>Pixel 4</li><li>Pixel 4a</li><li>Pixel 5</li><li>Pixel 5a</li><li>Pixel 6</li><li>Pixel 6 Pro</li><li>Pixel 6a</li></ul>The <a href="https://blog.google/products/android/android-13/">Android 13</a> update will be coming to devices from other manufacturers including Samsung, Oppo, OnePlus, Realme, Motorola, Xiaomi, Sony, and Asus later this year. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/upcoming-new-features-of-miui-14-and-supported-devices-leaked/articleshow/93127500.cms">MIUI 14 features and supported devices leaked—audio upgrades, new notification, and anti-fraud expected</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/heres-how-to-download-android-13-beta-on-your-phone/articleshow/91534246.cms">Here’s how to download Android 13 Beta on your phone</a>

Android 13 is officially here - here’s what’s new and a list of supported devices

<ul><li><keyword id="2433049" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="google-play-games" source="Orion">Google Play Games</keyword> will be available on Windows devices in 2022.</li><li>Users will be able to enjoy <keyword id="1549248" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="android-games" source="Orion">Android games</keyword> on their Windows desktops, laptops and tablets.</li><li>The native app is being built by Google.</li></ul>Google is introducing <keyword id="963171" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="google-play" source="Orion">Google Play</keyword> Games to Windows platforms next year. The major cross-platform announcement was made during the Game Awards 2021 by host Geoff Keighley. The Google Play Games app, which is built by Google, will be available on the Windows platform that will allow users to run Android games on their Windows PC. Google has built the application on its own and has not collaborated with either Microsoft, <keyword id="1397859" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="bluestacks" source="Orion">BlueStacks</keyword> or any other developer. Greg Hartrell, Google’s product director of games on Android and Google Play, told <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2021/12/9/22827037/google-android-games-windows-pc-google-play-games">The Verge</a> that gamers will be able to experience Google Play games on more devices and they can seamlessly switch between a phone, tablet, Chromebook, and a Windows PC soon. Users will soon be able to play the popular Google Play games on their Windows laptop, desktops or PC after having played them on Google OS-based devices such as Android phones, tablets and Chromebooks. While not much information is known about the exact date of launch or the minimum system requirement to run the app, the Google Play application is being developed for <keyword id="6423476" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="windows-10" source="Orion">Windows 10</keyword> and above. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Android games on Windows" comment="subhead" text="Android games on Windows">Android games on Windows</cmsannotation> With this launch, Google will add more Android games to the Windows platform. Although recently, Microsoft with its <keyword id="11902444" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="windows-11" source="Orion">Windows 11</keyword>, allowed native support to Android applications and games by partnering with Amazon Appstore, the availability of Android games expands manifold with Google Play. The Google Play Games application will be available locally on the Windows platform and the users do not have to stream the games from the cloud. The app will be distributed by Google itself, without any collaborations. Apart from Google and Microsoft, BlueStacks is now allowing users to play games on web browsers via its <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2021/9/30/22701930/bluestacks-x-android-games-browser-free-cloud-gaming">BlueStacks X feature</a>. The cloud gaming service offers free streaming of Android mobile games across platforms. As more and more mobile games are being made available on the PCs, users can enjoy their favourite titles on a larger screen, however, the gameplay might take some time to get used to. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/oppo-find-n-foldable-smartphone-to-launch-on-december-15/articleshow/88179557.cms">Oppo’s first foldable smartphone ‘Find N’ to launch on December 15, confirms Pete Lau</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/top-tweets-and-hashtags-of-2021-in-india-most-retweets-and-likes/slidelist/88180800.cms">Twitter in 2021 — These were the most liked and retweeted posts and hashtags in India</a>

Google is bringing Android games to Windows devices in 2022

While the <keyword id="1377297" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="global-smartphone-market" source="Orion">global smartphone market</keyword> grew 6% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to reach 342 million units in the third quarter, the market declined 6% year-on-year (YoY), a report said on Friday. However, <keyword id="10591" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="samsung" source="Orion">Samsung</keyword> retained the number one spot in the third quarter with smartphone shipments of 69 million units. According to market research firm Counterpoint, the market declined due to the ongoing global component shortages and the slow recovery of key markets such as China and parts of Europe. "During the September quarter, we saw supply constraints that were even more severe than those experienced during the June quarter," Counterpoint Research Director Tarun Pathak said in a statement. "This led to declines in shipment volumes, especially in the entry tier segment, which limited the growth potential. As a result, market demand was met by mid-to high-tier <keyword id="6354775" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="smartphones" source="Orion">smartphones</keyword> that helped drive the quarter to a record revenue even with the declining shipments," he added. <keyword id="6354427" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="apple" source="Orion">Apple</keyword> shipped 48 million units in the third quarter, up 15% YoY. This growth was propelled by the launch of the latest iPhone 13 series and stronger than expected performance of the iPhone SE 2020. Apple continued its push in China's premium segment where Chinese brands such as OPPO, Vivo and Xiaomi have not been able to effectively fill the gap left by <keyword id="6357456" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="huawei" source="Orion">Huawei</keyword>'s diminishing position. Xiaomi shipped 44.4 million units, down 5% YoY and 15 per cent QoQ as it was severely hit by the ongoing component shortages.A As a result, its global market share declined to 12.9% from 16.25% in the second quarter. In China, Xiaomi's shipment declined 15 per cent QoQ and the brand lost the third spot to <keyword id="461983" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="honor" source="Orion">HONOR</keyword>. OPPO, which also includes OnePlus, grew 23 per cent YoY to capture an 11.1% market share with 38.1 million units. The brand saw an increase in the $400-$599 and $600-$799 price bands, mainly owing to strong shipments of the Reno 6 series, Find X3 and OnePlus 9 series. During the quarter, OnePlus also registered its highest ever shipments in India. Vivo grew 9 per cent YoY and 4 per cent QoQ to take 9.8% share for the quarter. Vivo continued to lead in China's market in the third quarter with more than 17 million units. Huawei's shipments further declined 84% YoY to reach 5.8 million units due to a lack of core components. HONOR's shipments grew 73% QoQ driven by its market comeback in China, where it became the fourth largest brand in the third quarter. realme achieved its highest-ever shipment performance with 16 million units. This was driven by the strong and consistent performance of its 8 series and newly-launched Narzo series. SEE ALSO: <h2 style="margin-bottom: 8px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: LabGrotesque-Black, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; order: 3; color: rgb(17, 17, 17); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><a class="list-title-link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/whatsapp-offers-51-cashback-as-it-takes-on-phonepe-and-google-pay-in-india/articleshow/87357469.cms">WhatsApp offers ₹51 cashback as it takes on PhonePe and Google Pay in India</a></h2><h2 style="margin-bottom: 8px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: LabGrotesque-Black, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; order: 3; color: rgb(17, 17, 17); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><a class="list-title-link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/heres-how-you-can-secure-your-android-phones-and-tablets-to-stay-safe-from-privacy-threats/slidelist/87355923.cms">Here’s how you can secure your Android phones and tablets to stay safe from privacy threats</a></h2>

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<ul><li><keyword id="2950278" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="amazon-prime-day">Amazon Prime Day</keyword> 2021 will take place on July 26 and July 27.</li><li>Amazon has teased a couple of deals and offers for <keyword id="11178246" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="prime-day-2021">Prime Day 2021</keyword>.</li><li>Take a look at some of the smartphone deals and Amazon devices. </li></ul>Amazon Prime Day is scheduled to start in India on July 26. It will be a two-day sale with offers on products from multiple categories for Amazon Prime members. Amazon offers its Prime membership annually at Rs 999, and quarterly at Rs 329. There’s a 50% off on Prime membership for 18-24 year olds. Ahead of the sale, Amazon has revealed some Prime Day deals that consumers can avail during the sale days. You can go to <a href="https://www.amazon.in/amazonprime">this link</a> to avail the Prime membership offer. There are quite a number of deals and offers planned for products such as smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, laptops, smart speakers and tablets. Smartphones will be available with no-cost EMI options, discounts of up to Rs 5,000, and Rs 3,000 with coupons. <keyword id="215177" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Vivo">Vivo</keyword> smartphones will get up to 30% off along with an additional discount of up to Rs 2,500. Oppo smartphones will also be available with up to 20% off, and up to 12 months no-cost EMI. Phones from more brands such as OnePlus will be available with up to Rs 4,000 off with coupons, and up to Rs 5,000 off on exchange. Consumers can also get Xiaomi phones with exchange offers and no-cost EMI options. <keyword id="10591" type="CITY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Samsung">Samsung</keyword>’s popular Galaxy M series will get discounts up to Rs 10,000, and no-cost EMI options as well. Amazon has also teased deals on iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 Pro. Amazon <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/ecommerce/news/amazon-prime-day-2021-big-discounts-on-kindle-echo-fire-tv-and-more/articleshow/84561783.cms?">Echo devices</a> will also be available with many deals during Prime Day 2021. <keyword id="2586591" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="amazon-echo">Amazon Echo</keyword> smart speakers and smart displays will get up to 50% off. The Echo Dot 3rd Gen and smart colour bulb can be purchased at a reduced price of Rs 2,299. Echo smart speakers will also be offered with select smart ACs and smart TVs including the <keyword id="11681180" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="oneplus-u-series-tv">OnePlus U series TV</keyword>. Amazon has also revealed it will offer Fire TV devices with up to 50% off. These offers include a 55% off on Fire TV Stick bundle with annual subscriptions of Zee5, Sony Liv and <keyword id="8612979" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="voot-select">Voot Select</keyword>. Fire TV Edition smart LED TVs will get up to 50% off, and Kindle eReaders will be available with discounts up to Rs 4,000. SEE ALSO - <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/apple-could-finally-bring-the-always-on-display-feature-on-the-iphone-13/articleshow/84542970.cms">Apple could finally bring the always-on display feature on the iPhone 13</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/g-r-infraprojects-ipo-makes-a-strong-listing-on-exchanges-with-over-100-premium-shares-open-at-1700/articleshow/84542747.cms">G R Infraprojects IPO makes a strong listing on exchanges with over 100% premium, shares open at ₹1700</a>

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<ul><li>The Great Indian Festival sale is back on Amazon and it will kick off on October 3.</li><li>Amazon Prime members will get early access on October 2.</li><li>Here’s a look at the top offers and deals teased by Amazon.</li></ul>The festive season is here, and so are the biggest sales. <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/amazon-great-indian-festival-kicks-off-tomorrow-check-out-best-offers-discounts-deals-and-more/articleshow/86674574.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Amazon Great Indian Festival </a>sale kicks off on October 3 for everyone while Prime members get early access today. This is one of the biggest sales by Amazon so expect some crazy discounts and deals. Amazon has teased discounts and offers that we can expect during the Great Indian Festival sale. It has also partnered with HDFC Bank to offer an additional 10% discount for customers. There will be products from all major categories such as smartphones, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/deals-and-discounts-on-television-smart-tv-in-amazon-sale-2021/articleshow/85064941.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">TVs</a>, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/best-deal-and-offers-on-laptop-in-amazon-sale/articleshow/85041647.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">laptops</a>, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/amazon-sale-2021-best-deals-and-offers-on-headphones/articleshow/85041826.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">wearables</a>, home appliances and more. You can also purchase <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/deals-on-apple-iphone-ipad-macbook-on-amazon-sale/articleshow/86690486.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Apple products</a> that are available with some major discounts. The Great Indian Festival sale also has <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/best-deals-on-smartwatches-amazon-sale/articleshow/86690829.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">smartwatches</a> from popular brands like Apple and Xiaomi up for grabs. And if you're looking for smartphone deals, you can check them out <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/amazon-great-indian-festival-2021-deals-on-smartphones-wearables-laptops-and-more/articleshow/86677398.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">here</a>. Here's a look at some of the best offers and deals on the <keyword id="3712469" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="amazon-great-indian-festival-sale" source="Orion">Amazon Great Indian Festival sale</keyword>. Ahead of the sale, we take a look at some of the best offers and also what we can expect. Smartphone deals Smartphones will be available with up to 40% off during the Great Indian Festival sale. Amazon has revealed that the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE will be available at ₹36,999, and it can be purchased for a lower price of ₹33,999 with the HDFC Bank offer. It has also teased the iPhone 11 to cost below ₹40,000 during this sale. The iPhone XR will also be available at a discounted price of ₹32,999. Flagship smartphones such as the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra will be available at a starting price of ₹43,999. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G can be purchased at ₹84,999, and the Vivo X60 at ₹42,999. More smartphones from Xiaomi, OnePlus, Oppo and Vivo will be available with the HDFC Bank offer, exchange deals and no-cost EMI options. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="86700662" title="Best smartphone deals during Amazon festival sale on Samsung, Apple, OnePlus Xiaomi and more" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> Headphone deals It is a good time to get new headphones, as the sale offers up to 80% discount on them. The earphones start at prices as low as ₹299. You can check out the list below which contains the best deal on headphones available during the sale. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="85041826" title="Amazon Great Indian Festival 2021: Best deals on headphones, TWS from Sony, boAt, Boult and more" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> Deals on smartwatches and fitness bands Smartwatches and fitness trackers will be available with up to 60% during the <keyword id="3711673" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="amazon-great-indian-festival" source="Orion">Amazon Great Indian Festival</keyword>. It has so far teased the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 that will be available at ₹15,999. The Apple Watch SE will also be available at a steal price of ₹19,900. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="86680311" title="Best deals on fitness trackers from Xiaomi, OnePlus, Oppo and more" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> There are also multiple offers on affordable smartwatches from Noise, boAt, Amazfit and Fire-Boltt. 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<ul><li>The Indian smartphone industry expects fewer or no increase in component duties for smartphones.</li><li>A 2.5 per cent customs duty on imports of electronics along with other factors led to an increase in smartphone prices.</li><li>For homegrown brands in particular, a separate budget to help bring more Indian smartphone brands is expected.</li></ul>In the 2021 Union Budget, a 2.5 per cent customs duty was imposed on the import of electronics. This was in line with the Indian government’s larger plan to boost local manufacturing of electronics. Higher duties on components would lead to smartphone companies relying on local production in the country. But this also led to an increase in smartphone prices along with other factors such as the ongoing global chip shortage. The <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/budget" data-type="tilCustomLink">Union Budget 2022</a> will be announced on February 1 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharam, and this year fewer or no increases in component duties are expected from the smartphone industry. According to Hari Om Rai, chairman and managing director of phone maker Lava International, there are two major demands from the industry. One is to not impose any “further increase in component duties in this budget as it impacts our global competitiveness.” The other demand is to create a separate budget for homegrown brands. “We are looking at creating economies of scale to create global competitiveness, [and] value-addition will follow,” Rai said. Lava is among the few Indian smartphone brands that still operate and launch products. Other brands like Intex Technologies and Karbonn Mobiles shut shop primarily due to the influx of Chinese brands in the country. Lava launched its first 5G smartphone ‘Agni 5G’ in India last November. Another Indian smartphone brand still floating is Micromax, which made a comeback last year with new smartphones and wireless earbuds as well. But the majority of the Indian smartphone market is occupied by Chinese brands including Xiaomi, Vivo, Realme and Oppo, according to quarterly data from Counterpoint Research. The reason is aggressive pricing and high-specced devices. <div type="image" title="nft - 2022-01-31T192425.461" msid="89251597" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Indian smartphone market share in 2021.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> An example of this is Bengaluru-based <a href="https://www.vccircle.com/sachin-tendulkar-backed-smartron-gets-up-to-200-mn-gem-group-s-commitment">Smartron</a>, a tech brand backed by Sachin Tendulkar that silently exited the smartphone market in India. It launched budget smartphones under ₹10,000, and it also launched tablets under its product portfolio. 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<div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table float_right"><div><div class="image on-image">AP</div></div></div>The competition for the lucrative high-end of the smartphone market is a race between two companies: Apple and Samsung, which ship over 36% of smartphones globally, <a href="http://venturebeat.com/2017/02/01/idc-smartphone-shipments-up-6-9-in-q4-2016-apple-overtakes-samsung-for-first-place/">according to an IDC estimate</a>. The war between the two companies for smartphone buyers has raged for years, but the power balance seems to be shifting in favor of Apple, especially after last year's Samsung Galaxy Note 7 fiasco and the rising anticipation for the next iPhone. At least, that's according to Drexel Hamilton analyst Brian White, who said that "Apple has Samsung on the ropes like never before in recent memory" in a research note distributed to clients on Thursday. While previewing Mobile World Congress, one of the biggest smartphone trade shows, White observes that although Apple never makes announcements at the conference, its presence is felt by its competitors, especially Samsung, which usually launches its most important smartphone model, the Galaxy, at the Barcelona conference.This year, Samsung is not expected to launch a new phone next week at the show. Instead, it will <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/samsung-wont-launch-galaxy-s8-mobile-world-congress-barcelona-in-february-2017-1">likely launch new tablets instead</a>. Meanwhile, <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/r-mattress-on-cell-floor-toilet-in-the-corner-for-samsung-scion-2017-2">its vice chairman is sleeping in a jail cell</a>.At the same time, Apple's Asian supply chain is raising rumors of a very cool redesigned iPhone, with a better screen, longer battery life, and next-generation 3D selfie sensor. (Apple was briefly listed as a exhibitor <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2016/10/19/apple-listed-2017-exhibitor-mobile-world-congress/">at Mobile World Congress last fall</a>, and employees will attend the conference and the company will have meeting space, but it's not going to announce anything.)White writes: Although Apple does not officially attend Mobile World Congress, the company's presence is always felt and competitors launch a host of new mobile devices. Although leading smartphone vendors such as Huawei, Lenovo, LG, Oppo, Sony, ZTE and others are anticipated to unveil new smartphones, we expect Samsung to divert from its modus operandi. In past years, Samsung hosted its traditional UNPACKED event at Mobile World Congress that included the unveiling of its latest iteration of its flagship Galaxy "S" smartphone (e.g., last year was the Galaxy S7/S7 Edge); however, the company is not holding an UNPACKED event this year but rather a more toned down press conference (2/26) that is expected to focus on a new tablet. Given the Note 7 debacle, last week's arrest of Samsung's heir apparent (Lee Jae-yong; Vice Chairman) and an non-traditional Mobile World Congress for Samsung, combined with the iPhone "X" expected to be unveiled this fall, we believe Apple has Samsung on the ropes like never before in recent memory.

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