Month: September 2024

POCO’s MRP Campaign Delivers Unbeatable Smartphone Discounts at Flipkart BBD Sale

Vijay Raman

POCO India, the fastest growing consumer technology brand, is all set to light up the Flipkart Big Billion Days with its exciting MRP campaign. Bringing a twist to the conventional ‘MRP’, POCO has launched its own ‘Mad Retail Price’. This innovative initiative redefines the concept of retail pricing by offering customers mad deals that make premium technology remarkably affordable. With substantial discounts across its top-tier devices, POCO is ensuring that cutting-edge technology remains within reach for all. Additionally, customers can take advantage of instant savings with select bank offers, making…

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Over 6,000 individuals join Luke Coutinho’s 21-day gratitude & reflections challenge to experience the power of gratitude

Vijay Raman

Luke Coutinho, a renowned expert in integrative health and lifestyle medicine, has recently announced that over 6,000 individuals have come together to explore the power of gratitude and self-reflection through his 21-Day Gratitude and Reflections Challenge. Launched as part of Luke’s ongoing efforts to promote holistic wellness, this challenge encouraged participants to appreciate life’s simple yet profound  gifts—many of which are often taken for granted. Hosted on a Telegram group, the challenge guided participants through daily practices of expressing gratitude towards various aspects of life, including their physical body, relationships, and…

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The Complex Landscape of Lithium Extraction Technologies

Vijay Raman

Navigating the Complex Landscape of Lithium Extraction Technologies Author: Dr Jiayi Cen, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx   Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) is an emerging set of technologies aimed at addressing limitations in the conventional evaporative lithium mining method from brines. These techniques promise faster extraction times and higher yields, potentially broadening the range of usable brine resources across diverse geographical locations. As global lithium demand increases and regulatory landscapes shift, DLE's role in the evolving battery supply chain merits closer examination. IDTechEx’s report, “Direct Lithium Extraction 2025-2035: Technologies, Players, Markets and Forecasts”,…

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HONOR expands the HONOR 200 Series portfolio in the Indian market, brings flagship features to the mid-range segment with the HONOR 200 Lite 5G

Vijay Raman

  Delivers a flagship-level experience with its powerful 108MP camera, stunning 6.7″ AMOLED display, AI-powered MagicOS 8.0, and sleek 6.78mm slim design, all packaged in a durable form factor that doesn't compromise on style or performance   HONOR, announces the expansion of its highly successful HONOR 200 series with the introduction of the HONOR 200 Lite, the third member of the family. Combining stunning photography capabilities, a gorgeous display, and a durable design, HONOR 200 Lite is set to redefine expectations in the budget smartphone segment.  At the heart of…

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Thin, Micropower Batteries: Growing Interest as Sustainable Solutions

Vijay Raman

Author: Daniel Parr, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx   Sustainability is a growing concern for OEMs of both consumer-facing and industry-facing products. Incumbent energy storage solutions have come under fire due to unsustainable extraction, manufacturing, and disposal. IDTechEx has seen increasing interest in sustainable alternatives to traditional lithium-ion and primary technologies, including in micro-power applications where thin batteries might be used. The sheer volume of batteries needed in the modern world is enormous. Globally, battery needs have reached multi TWh levels (over 2.4 TWh in 2023, according to the International Energy Agency),…

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Rohde & Schwarz, Rohde & Schwarz presents photonics-based ultra-stable tunable THz system for 6G at EuMW 2024

Vijay Raman

With the proof-of-concept for a system for 6G wireless data transmission based on a photonic THz communications link, Rohde & Schwarz is showcasing its contribution to state-of-the-art research for next generation wireless technologies at European Microwave Week in Paris. The ultra-stable, tunable THz system, developed within the 6G-ADLANTIK project, is based on frequency comb technology and enables carrier frequencies well beyond 500 GHz.  Caption: Ultra-stable, tunable THz system based on frequency comb technology. (Image: TOPTICA Photonics AG)On the path to 6G, it is important to create terahertz (THz) transmission sources that…

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Rohde & Schwarz and NOFFZ enable the next level of automotive radar production with a new efficient solution

Vijay Raman

Rohde & Schwarz introduces new options for its automotive radar target simulator R&S AREG800A. The new R&S AREG-P creates and enables an environment for a seamless transition of automotive radar sensor from R&D to production. Used standalone or as turnkey solution together with NOFFZ integrating the AREG-P into their production test systems, enables Tier1 automotive radar suppliers to increase throughput, reduce test time and optimize costs of end-of-line tests.  Caption: Boosting operational efficiency and profitability in automotive radar production with R&S AREG-P solutions.When radar sensors move from R&D to production a…

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Indian scientists develop sustainable pest-control pheromone dispenser for Indian farmers

Vijay Raman

In a recent collaborative research project, scientists from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research JNCASR, Bengaluru (an autonomous institution under the Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India) and  ICAR–National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources (ICAR–NBAIR), India have developed a sustainable pheromone dispenser with a controlled release rate which could act as an innovative solution to substantially reduce the costs of pest control and management. A newly developed sustainable pheromone dispenser with a controlled release rate could bring down costs of pest control and management. Pest control is an essential part…

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Indian Scientists have developed New paper-based device can simplify sensing of the contaminants

Vijay Raman

Scientists have developed a novel and cost-effective technique for fabricating paper-based devices using an Advanced PAP (A-PAP) pen, which offers a practical alternative to conventional sensing methods that necessitate specialized equipment and expertise making it suitable for resource-limited settings. In recent years, paper-based devices have gained more consideration as promising platforms for point-of-care diagnostics owing to the factors such as simplicity, cost-effectiveness, disposability, and mobility. There are various methods for fabricating paper-based devices such as inkjet printing, wax printing, laser treatment and correction pens. However, these fabrication processes typically entail…

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India to develop next generation satellite launch vehicle

Vijay Raman

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the development of Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV), that will be a significant step towards the Government’s vision of establishing & operating the Bharatiya Antariksh Station and towards developing capability for Indian Crewed Landing on the Moon by 2040. NGLV will have 3 times the present payload capability with 1.5 times the cost compared to LVM3, and will also have reusability resulting in low-cost access to space and modular green propulsion systems. The goals of the Indian…

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