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CashKaro data shows how Indians shopped this festive season: Smarter savings and growth beyond metros
CashKaro data from six days of festive sales shows GMV up about 18x over a comparable regular period. Small cities, Telegram groups and smart shoppers stacking savings helped drive the surge, as fashion and electronics outpaced mobiles.
Google launches Fitbit Edge, a slim fitness tracker with a screen and up to seven days of battery backup; price, release date, Steph Curry special edition and specs
Google has launched Fitbit Edge, a slim fitness tracker with a bright screen, built in GPS and up to seven days of battery life. A Stephen Curry special edition is also out. Check Fitibit Egdge price, release date, and specs
Apple Pay lands in India; Google executive on AI's next big hurdle
Apple Pay has finally arrived in India, giving iPhone users a new way to make payments. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
IT firms cut H-1B reliance; Anthropic flags AI risks in IPO filing
Top Indian IT firms have sharply cut H-1B visa filings as rules tighten. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Apple Pay India launch may change payments in iPhones: Expected date, banks supported, UPI access and features
Apple Pay is expected to launch in India next month with Axis Bank credit cards, ahead of wider bank support, Reuters reported. The service will focus on card based tap and pay payments through Face ID and Touch ID, separate from India's dominant UPI network, with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank still finalising their own tie ups.
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Indian IT sheds H-1B habit, FY27 filings plunge 92%
India's software exporters--Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCLTech, Wipro, LTM and Tech Mahindra--filed for 1,763 visas against a combined 21,919 registrations in FY26, amid tighter rules, a $100,000 fee for new visas and an overhaul of the lottery system to prioritise highly paid and skilled workers.
Rentomojo’s valuation jump; SoftBank’s Meesho windfall
Rentomojo is expected to go public at a valuation nearly five times higher than its previous private market round. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
Apple agrees to submit India financials in long-pending antitrust case
The case is Apple's most high-profile regulatory headache in India, a key growth market where it has rapidly expanded iPhone production as it diversifies beyond China. The iPhone accounts for 9% of India's smartphone market, from about 2% five years ago, according to Counterpoint Research data.
OnePlus 15R vs OnePlus 13R 5G vs iPhone 17 vs Pixel 9a: Detailed comparison of price, specs, features, camera and battery
The OnePlus 15R enters the premium market, boasting a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, a massive 7,400mAh battery, and a 165Hz display. It aims to compete with rivals like the iPhone 17 and Pixel 9a, offering top-tier performance and battery life.
Samsung Galaxy XR vs Apple Vision Pro: Who wins the battle of two high-end XR headsets
Samsung has launched its Galaxy XR headset, challenging Apple's Vision Pro. The Galaxy XR is priced lower, making it more accessible. Both devices aim to transform personal computing with immersive experiences. They feature advanced displays and tracking systems. Samsung leverages Android apps and Google's AI, while Apple integrates with its ecosystem. This competition promises exciting advancements in extended reality technology.
Apple wins big! Judge refuses to kill its $20 billion Google search goldmine, stock soars
Apple won a big court boost as a judge allowed its search deal with Google to continue. This deal is very important for Apple because it gives huge money every year. The decision also made Apple stock rise. Google also gained after the ruling. The case is part of a bigger fight over search power.
Google Pixel 10 5G vs iPhone 17: Here is a detailed comparison between the two flagship to help you choose better
iPhone 17 Pro vs Google Pixel 10 Pro 5G: Google's Pixel 10 5G series has launched globally, challenging the anticipated Apple iPhone 17. The Pixel 10 boasts a superior display and camera capabilities, while the iPhone 17 is expected to feature a slimmer design and Apple's A19 Bionic chip. Potential buyers are weighing the Pixel 10's immediate availability against the iPhone 17's promise of ecosystem integration and performance.
Apple iPhone 17 vs Google Pixel 10: Which is faster, smoother, and takes the best photos?
Apple and Google will launch new iPhone and Pixel phones in 2025. The iPhone 17 series will include the iPhone 17 Air. The Google Pixel 10 series will feature the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Both phones will have upgraded cameras. The iPhone 17 may have a new A19 Pro chip.
Is the iPhone 17 going to be 'inspired by' the Pixel 9? Google’s hilarious new ad throws shade at Apple
Google reignites its playful rivalry with Apple in a new Pixel ad that throws subtle shade at the rumored iPhone 17 design—suspected of mimicking Pixel 9’s signature camera bar. With AI-voiced phones and sharp humour, the skit calls out Apple’s history of “borrowing” features. Fans are loving the roast, fueling the fire in this tech giant showdown.
iPhone 17 or Pixel Phone? Google just mocked Apple over similar design rumors!
The design of the upcoming iPhone 17 series, as per recent leaks, may bear a particularly intriguing hardware similarity to Google Pixel phones. After the rumors started making rounds, Google has released a hilarious ad to cash in on the speculations and mock Apple for apparently copying its features.
CCI probe finds Apple abused position in apps market
India's antitrust body finds Apple engaged in abusive conduct in app store market, forcing developers to use its payment system. Apple denies wrongdoing, citing small market share in India. Investigation ongoing with potential fines and business practice changes. Google also faced similar scrutiny in India for in-app payments.
Red vs. Blue: Restoration: Here’s all you may want to know about release date, streaming platforms, plot, trailer and more
The web series Red vs. Blue will end its 19th and final season with a full-length feature film, Red vs. Blue: Restoration, set for release on May 7 on various streaming platforms.
Startup founders feel vindicated with the Epic Win over Google
Indian app developers and startup founders are cheering gaming company Epic Games’ win over Google in an antitrust case in the US, saying they feel “vindicated” and expect “positive ripple effects” on similar cases in India and elsewhere.
Antitrust battle: Google, Amazon, Apple face heat amid growing market domination
The United States FTC has sued Amazon, arguing it broke antitrust laws, the Justice Department sued Google in another case over its control of online ads. Here's a look at some of the most important antitrust cases in recent times.
Big tech vs regulators: Global battleground
The EU may have just forced it to make one of the biggest changes that would come to iPhones in almost 10 years.
IND vs NZ T20: Live streaming, dates, when and where you can tune in to watch the series
The T20 series between India and New Zealand will commence on January 27. The matches will be streamed live on the Disney+Hotstar app and website.
CCI imposes Rs 1,338-crore fine on Google for 'anti-competitive practices'
The competition watchdog said that Google’s business was found to be driven by the "ultimate intent of increasing users on its platforms"
Google tells EU court payments to phone makers gave Android a chance against Apple
Google was addressing the General Court on the third day of a week-long hearing as it tries to get judges to dismiss a record $3.7 billion EU antitrust fine and a European Commission order to loosen its search engine grip on Android devices.
Google slams EU regulators for ignoring Apple after record fine
The European Commission fined Google in 2018, saying that it had used Android since 2011 to thwart rivals and cement its dominance in general internet search.
Business resumptions sustained in early October but resurging virus a risk to growth: Nomura
“A moderation in daily new infection cases and the government’s decision to ease lockdown restrictions from October 15 should further support activity in October,” Nomura said but cautioned that with the festive season and the Bihar elections approaching, the risk of virus cases resurging remains a risk to sequential growth momentum.
Google to directly sell Pixel smartphone through stores, take on Apple and Samsung
Analysts expect Google to start with about 1 lakh devices to make a dent in India's premium smartphone segment, which is dominated by Samsung and Apple.
Apple iPhone 7: Should you buy it this festive season?
A die-hard Apple lover tells us why this latest goodie from the iOS stable is for the upgrade junkies
Apple vs Google: The battle of the beacons
Smartphones don't just connect to nearby cell phone towers. Proximity beacon technology has been around a few years in the form of Apple's iBeacon.
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