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Satya Nadella owns only a tiny stake in Microsoft; how the CEO built an estimated $1.4 billion fortune
Satya Nadella’s $1.4 billion fortune did not come from owning a large part of Microsoft. The CEO built his wealth mainly through company shares, bonuses and salary over the years. While his personal stake remains small, Microsoft’s growth under his leadership has made him one of the wealthiest executives in technology. Here’s how his compensation helped build his fortune.
Vivo V80 review: A capable camera phone, but does it justify its Rs 62,999 price tag?
Vivo's latest launch, the V80, is tailored for both photography lovers and general smartphone users, boasting a robust design, extended battery life, and a stunning AMOLED display ideal for media consumption. However, while it handles daily operations adequately, we would have preferred a more powerful processor
Flipkart ex-staff push for Esop buyout; Wipro, Tech Mahindra’s Q2 report
Happy Friday! Former Flipkart employees are asking Walmart to cash out their vested stock options. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG launched at Rs 9.99 lakh: Check features, mileage & variants
Mahindra has launched the XUV 3XO ZNG CNG in India at a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Available in four variants, the compact SUV offers a claimed mileage of 24.70 km/kg, a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine, twin CNG cylinders, a panoramic sunroof and a 360-degree camera. It rivals the Tata Nexon CNG and Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG.
New Hyundai Bayon SUV unveiled with petrol and hybrid engine options, panoramic sunroof, more rear legroom; expected price, boot space and other specs
Hyundai Bayon SUV: Hyundai has shown the all-new Bayon at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. The compact SUV gets petrol engines at launch, a hybrid in 2027, a 440 litre boot, more rear legroom and a panoramic sunroof.
Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless review: Built to last, priced to argue
The Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless brings a refined design, rich sound, strong call quality and up to 57 hours of battery life, but its biggest upgrade is a user-replaceable battery that could significantly extend the headphones’ lifespan. At Rs 39,990 in India, however, the premium pricing puts it against rivals such as the Sony XM6, which offers stronger noise cancellation. The Momentum 5 makes a stronger case for buyers who prioritise sound, calls, long-term durability and repairability over outright ANC performance.
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2026 Mahindra Thar OG launched at Rs 10.32 lakh: What’s new in the 3-door SUV, features, pics, variants and delivery date
Mahindra Thar OG Launched: Mahindra has launched the Thar OG at an introductory price of Rs 10.32 lakh (ex-showroom), with deliveries set to begin from October 11, 2026. The new three-door SUV gets the M_Glyde 4G platform, revised suspension with DAVINCI Damping, more powerful petrol and diesel engines, an Electronic Locking Differential, terrain modes, updated styling and six airbags.

Apple Watch Series 12’s ‘Health Age’ takes on WHOOP’s health tracking
Apple Watch Series 12 now offers a Readiness score for daily preparedness. This new feature analyzes activity, sleep, and vitals data. The device also introduces a Health Age metric for long-term tracking. These advancements position Apple Watch against WHOOP's established health monitoring. The new models offer enhanced health sensing capabilities for users.

WhatsApp to stop working for some smartphones from Nov 1. Here's how to check if your device will be impacted
Users can check if the app will work on their smartphones by checking their device's OS.

Only 5% Android devices run on the Google's latest OS version, Nougat
Google recently started seeding Android 7.1.2 to eligible Pixel and Nexus devices.

Read this before you install the Google Now Launcher from Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Before you get too excited, remember that this is an Android 6.0 launcher in name only. The functionality will remain unchanged if you're currently using the Android 5.0 or 5.1 Google Now Launcher.

Google testing a new “On-Body Detection” unlock mode for lollipop devices
This new feature known as "on-body detection" and "smart lock", uses the accelerometer on the smartphone and judges whether the phone is in use or rested.

Google's Nexus X will run 'Android 5.0': Report
New handset of Nexus to be called Nexus X; also reportedly to rename Android L, meaning Android 5.0 could be named "Lemon Meringue Pie."

Swipe to launch 10 smartphones this quarter
The company has launched its first smartphone under its new range, called Swipe Konnect 5.0 smartphone and priced it at Rs 8,999.

Launch Pad: Mitashi GameIn Thunderbolt
It runs on a 1Ghz processor, has 4GB storage (expandable) and comes with dual cameras (2MP rear and VGA front).

Mid-Range Android 4.0 Smartphones in India
If you're buying an a mid-range Android smartphone in late 2012, it's best to settle for a phone that at least runs Android 4.0 ICS.
Top 5 entry-level Android 4.0 smartphones in India
If you're shopping for an entry-level Android phone, try reducing your checklist to these options.

9 new tablets set to be launched soon
The ongoing technology fair, IFA 2012 in Berlin, has seen the unveiling of a host of new tablets featuring Android and Windows 8 RT operating systems.

Mid-range dual SIM Android smartphones available in India
There were only a handful of Dual SIM Android smartphones a few years ago, the category now has more than two dozen options, many of them sport 4-inch screens, dual-core processors, and more.
LG Optimus 4X HD: All you wanted to know about HTC One X and Samsung Galaxy S III competitor
LG has finally launched its first quad-core smartphone in the Indian market. The Android 4.0 ICS based LG Optimus 4X HD will hit the stores in coming weeks with a Rs. 34,990 price tag.

ET review: Mercury mTab Neo2
What sets Mercury's mTab Neo 2 apart is that it is the cheapest Android tablet with full phone functionality (including voice calling).
ET Review: HCL MeTab U1
HCL’s budget tablet with Android 4.0 has a glossy plastic finish all over the body — this gives it a premium feel but also makes it a fingerprint magnet.

ET Review: Micromax FunBook
Micromax’s FunBook tablet is surprisingly well-featured considering it’s the cheapest Android 4.0 tablet in India.
Check out cheapest Android ICS tablets in India
With dozens of low cost tablets being introduced in India in the last year, you can choose between five sub 10k options running the Android latest firmware.

Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Tablets: New and Upcoming!
Here's a roundup of affordable and enthusiast grade tablets you should be looking at if you want the latest and the greatest.

ET Review: Zync Z-990 Android Tablet
Thanks to the combination of specs and Android 4.0, it performs better than almost all other budget tablets we have used.
Zync launches Android 4.0 tablet for Rs 8,990
The Noida-based Apple Group's Zync today launched a tablet running on Google Android 4.0 IceCream Sandwich called the Zync Z-990 for Rs 8,990.

Smartphones: The launches from the ongoing Mobile World Congress in Barcelona
The launches from the ongoing Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Quad core processors, ultra high resolution screens and Android 4.0 seem to be the flavour of the season for smartphones.
All that you need to know about Google Android
There are multiple versions of Android available in the market today, each with slight differences. ET explains how they differ and why it should matter to you.
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