Apple reportedly flew 1.5 million iPhones from India to the US to avoid Trump tariffs. Meanwhile, internal dissent at Microsoft turned into a public spectacle, resulting in the termination of two employees who disrupted the company's 50th-anniversary celebration. Meta expanded its teen safety features, bringing restricted 'Teen Accounts' to Facebook and Messenger, mirroring earlier Instagram protections. Google laid off employees across its Platforms and Devices unit, impacting teams central to Android, Pixel, and Chrome. The Indian smartphone market saw a flurry of launches with Realme, Vivo, and iQoo unveiling new models. All this and other tech news of the week.
Trump Tariffs: Apple transports over 1.5 iPhones from India to US
Apple has reportedly chartered multiple cargo flights to ship an estimated 1.5 million iPhones, weighing approximately 600 tons, from India to the US, a report has said. This move aimed at ramping up inventory in its home country in an effort to mitigate the potential impact of tariffs previously threatened by US President Donald Trump policies. Read more.
Microsoft fires staff who protested during its 50th anniversary event
Microsoft terminated two employees following their disruptive protests during the company's 50th anniversary celebration. The employees, identified as Ibtihal Aboussad and Vaniya Agrawal, interrupted key moments of the event to voice their opposition to Microsoft's business dealings with the Israeli government. Read more.
Meta introduces restricted Teen Accounts to Facebook and Messenger
Meta is expanding its Teen Account protections to Facebook and Messenger. This move comes after the social media major introduced similar features on Instagram last year. These accounts include built-in safeguards that restrict who can contact teens and limit the content they're exposed to. The company notes that teens under 16 opening accounts on Facebook and Messenger will be automatically placed into 'Teen Accounts, while they'll require parental approval to relax any settings. Read more.
Google cuts jobs across Platforms and Devices unit
Google has reportedly laid off hundreds of employees across various divisions, including teams working on Android software, Pixel devices, and the Chrome browser. According to The Information, which cited a person familiar with the matter, the job cuts come in the wake of voluntary buyout offers made by the company to employees in these units earlier in January. Read more.
Realme Narzo 80 5G Series launched in India
Realme Narzo 80x and Narzo 80 Pro smartphones are here. Realme has expanded its Narzo series of smartphones with the launch of Realme Narzo 80x and Narzo 80 Pro. Both the smartphones are powered by MediaTek chipset and runs Android 15 operating system. The duo house 50MP main camera and are backed by 6000 mAh battery. Read more.
Vivo V50e launched in India: All details
Vivo V50e is here. Vivo has expanded its V-series of smartphones in India with the launch of Vivo V50e. The smartphone features a curved display and houses a 50MP front camera. Vivo V50e comes with IP69 rating and houses a 5600 mAh battery. Read more.
iQoo Z10x, iQoo Z10 with military grade certification launched in India
iQoo Z10x and iQoo Z10 smartphones are here. Chinese smartphone maker iQoo has expanded Z-series of smartphones with the launch of iQoo Z10x and iQoo Z10 smartphone in India. Both the Z-series smartphones come with military grade certification and sport a 50MP main camera. The dual SIM smartphones run Android 15 operating system topped with FunTouch OS 15. Read more.
Sony LinkBuds Fit launch in India
Sony also launched its latest premium audio offering, the LinkBuds Fit earbuds in India, priced at Rs 18,990. The new earbuds feature advanced noise cancellation technology, high-resolution audio, and Al-enhanced voice clarity. As part of a limited-time launch promotion, customers will receive a complimentary SRS-XB100 portable speaker worth Rs. 5,990 with their purchase. The earbuds are available in black, white, and green color options starting today. Read more.
JBL launches Tune Series 2 in India
Expanding its product range in India, JBL has launched Tune Series 2. The new series introduces three new styles - Buds 2, Beam 2, and Flex 2 - each designed to match different lifestyle preferences and listening experiences. JBL Tune 2 series comes equipped with first-time features like Adaptive Noise Cancelling, enhanced drivers and Spatial Sound, along with Multi-Point Connection and Google's Fast Pair. Read more.
Dell launches AI PCs with Intel, AMD chips in India
Dell Technologies India has launched its 'most comprehensive portfolio of AI PCs to date', featuring the new Dell Pro and Dell Pro Max series. The redesigned lineup includes PCs powered by chips from Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen processors. Notably, Dell already offers AI PCs powered by Snapdragon chips. Read more.
Trump Tariffs: Apple transports over 1.5 iPhones from India to US
Apple has reportedly chartered multiple cargo flights to ship an estimated 1.5 million iPhones, weighing approximately 600 tons, from India to the US, a report has said. This move aimed at ramping up inventory in its home country in an effort to mitigate the potential impact of tariffs previously threatened by US President Donald Trump policies. Read more.
Microsoft fires staff who protested during its 50th anniversary event
Microsoft terminated two employees following their disruptive protests during the company's 50th anniversary celebration. The employees, identified as Ibtihal Aboussad and Vaniya Agrawal, interrupted key moments of the event to voice their opposition to Microsoft's business dealings with the Israeli government. Read more.
Meta introduces restricted Teen Accounts to Facebook and Messenger
Meta is expanding its Teen Account protections to Facebook and Messenger. This move comes after the social media major introduced similar features on Instagram last year. These accounts include built-in safeguards that restrict who can contact teens and limit the content they're exposed to. The company notes that teens under 16 opening accounts on Facebook and Messenger will be automatically placed into 'Teen Accounts, while they'll require parental approval to relax any settings. Read more.
Google cuts jobs across Platforms and Devices unit
Google has reportedly laid off hundreds of employees across various divisions, including teams working on Android software, Pixel devices, and the Chrome browser. According to The Information, which cited a person familiar with the matter, the job cuts come in the wake of voluntary buyout offers made by the company to employees in these units earlier in January. Read more.
Realme Narzo 80 5G Series launched in India
Realme Narzo 80x and Narzo 80 Pro smartphones are here. Realme has expanded its Narzo series of smartphones with the launch of Realme Narzo 80x and Narzo 80 Pro. Both the smartphones are powered by MediaTek chipset and runs Android 15 operating system. The duo house 50MP main camera and are backed by 6000 mAh battery. Read more.
Vivo V50e launched in India: All details
Vivo V50e is here. Vivo has expanded its V-series of smartphones in India with the launch of Vivo V50e. The smartphone features a curved display and houses a 50MP front camera. Vivo V50e comes with IP69 rating and houses a 5600 mAh battery. Read more.
iQoo Z10x, iQoo Z10 with military grade certification launched in India
iQoo Z10x and iQoo Z10 smartphones are here. Chinese smartphone maker iQoo has expanded Z-series of smartphones with the launch of iQoo Z10x and iQoo Z10 smartphone in India. Both the Z-series smartphones come with military grade certification and sport a 50MP main camera. The dual SIM smartphones run Android 15 operating system topped with FunTouch OS 15. Read more.
Sony LinkBuds Fit launch in India
Sony also launched its latest premium audio offering, the LinkBuds Fit earbuds in India, priced at Rs 18,990. The new earbuds feature advanced noise cancellation technology, high-resolution audio, and Al-enhanced voice clarity. As part of a limited-time launch promotion, customers will receive a complimentary SRS-XB100 portable speaker worth Rs. 5,990 with their purchase. The earbuds are available in black, white, and green color options starting today. Read more.
JBL launches Tune Series 2 in India
Expanding its product range in India, JBL has launched Tune Series 2. The new series introduces three new styles - Buds 2, Beam 2, and Flex 2 - each designed to match different lifestyle preferences and listening experiences. JBL Tune 2 series comes equipped with first-time features like Adaptive Noise Cancelling, enhanced drivers and Spatial Sound, along with Multi-Point Connection and Google's Fast Pair. Read more.
Dell launches AI PCs with Intel, AMD chips in India
Dell Technologies India has launched its 'most comprehensive portfolio of AI PCs to date', featuring the new Dell Pro and Dell Pro Max series. The redesigned lineup includes PCs powered by chips from Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen processors. Notably, Dell already offers AI PCs powered by Snapdragon chips. Read more.
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