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Trump excludes smartphones, computers, chips from tariffs

Trump excludes smartphones, computers, chips from tariffs

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The Trump administration has excluded “smartphones, computers, and other electronics” from tariffs, even those imported from China, reports Bloomberg. Late last night, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) updated its guidance to exempt smartphones, laptops, hard drives, computer processors, and memory chips from the tariffs, according to Bloomberg. The same goes for the machines used by companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. to make semiconductors, the outlet notes. The update follows Trump’s decision to issue a “90-day pause” on higher tariff rates for most countries, while increasing the rate for Chinese imports, the same day they went into effect. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Acer Smartphones Confirmed to Launch in India on April 15; to Be Available via Amazon

Acer Smartphones Confirmed to Launch in India on April 15; to Be Available via Amazon

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Acer smartphones will launch in India next week. E-commerce website Amazon India has teased the launch date of Acer smartphones in the country. The Taiwanese-based brand originally planned to unveil the devices last month, but this was postponed for unknown reasons. Although Acer is yet to disclose the official names of the upcoming models, previous leaks stated that the Acerpure Acerone Liquid S162E4 and Acerone Liquid S272E4 smartphones will debut in the country. They are likely to run on MediaTek chipsets. An Amazon listing for the upcoming Acer smartphones reveal that they will be unveiled in India on April 15. The teaser showcases a large camera module with the tagline “The next horizon.” Acer smartphones were originally scheduled to land in the country on March 25, but that did not happen. The Amazon microsite didn’t include the names of the upcoming handsets, but it is speculated that Acer will launch the Acerone Liquid S162E4 and Acerone Liquid S272E4 smartphones. These two models previously surfaced on the Acerpure India website, revealing specifications. They are anticipated to come …

Upcoming Smartphones Scheduled to Launch in India in April: Expected Specifications, Features

Upcoming Smartphones Scheduled to Launch in India in April: Expected Specifications, Features

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Several smartphones are expected to make their debut in India this month, ahead of the upcoming summer holiday season. From budget handsets to high-end smartphones, these handsets are aimed at a range of buyers. The Realme Narzo 80x is set to launch in the coming days as a budget smartphone with a 6,000mAh battery, while the Vivo V50e will be a camera focussed smartphone with a curved display. Gamers on a budget can look forward to the upcoming iQOO Z10x, which is also set to launch in India soon. All the smartphones that are scheduled to launch in the coming days are equipped with large batteries or sport 120Hz displays. These handsets will be available to purchase via Amazon, and the e-commerce platform has already begun teasing specifications and other features via dedicated microsites. It’s also worth noting that Acer is also expected to launch new smartphone models in India in the coming days or weeks. However, there’s no word from the company (or Amazon) on when we can expect these phones to arrive, or …

Gen AI is in the ‘Trough of Disillusionment,’ Yet Spending Expected to Increase Through 2028

Gen AI is in the ‘Trough of Disillusionment,’ Yet Spending Expected to Increase Through 2028

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Global spending on generative AI will increase in 2025, but there will be fewer “ambitious projects,” according to a recent report from Gartner Distinguished VP Analyst John Lovelock. Generative AI spending will reach $644 billion in 2025. This is a jump of 76.4% from 2024’s numbers. In Gartner’s Hype Cycle, which roughly traces the rise, fall, and normalization of new technology, generative AI now finds itself entering the Trough of Disillusionment. Companies may have reached the limits of their experimentation with AI, and they may be disappointed with the outcomes. Gartner expects AI will remain in this phase until 2026, at which point transformational use cases will emerge to propel generative AI into the productivity stage. Generative AI spending expected to grow until at least 2028 After a period of stagnation in the Trough of Disillusionment, the only place to go is up. Gartner expects major growth in generative AI spending over the next five years despite current apathy. In particular, generative AI product adoption is expected to grow in the services sector, with compound …

Amazon Prime Big Spring Sale: Best Tech Deals

Amazon Prime Big Spring Sale: Best Tech Deals

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As early flowers start to bloom, Amazon holds another sale — its Big Spring Sale discounts are available to customers with or without a Prime membership. We selected some of Amazon’s best deals on tech products, focusing on tools you can use for work; where possible, we focused on deals that approach or reach 50% off. Amazon technically takes up to 40% during this specific sale, but we expanded our search to include deeper current deals. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale runs until March 31. Beats Studio Pro Headphones: Amazon Ring Stick Up Cam Pro Home Security Camera: Amazon DREAME X40 Ultra Robotic Vacuum: Amazon Lenovo Tab M9 Tablet: Amazon Motorola Moto G Power 5G: Amazon Note: The pricing and product availability information was accurate at the time of publication. Beats Studio Pro Headphones The sale applies to most color variants of the Beats Studio Pro headphones. Image: Amazon For Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, these wireless, noise-cancelling headphones are 49% off, dropping from $349.99 to $179.95. The headphones interface with either Apple or Android phones. Switch …

Best Camera Phone Under 0

Best Camera Phone Under $500

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Image: Google Google has officially unveiled the Pixel 9a, which it claims boasts the best camera among all smartphones under $500. The Pixel 9a is the most durable in Google’s lineup and offers the longest battery life of any Pixel phone to date. The Pixel 9a is set to launch in April. As expected, Google has packed the device with advanced artificial intelligence features, and the Pixel 9a is no exception. It introduces AI-powered photography capabilities, which may stir controversy, especially following Samsung’s infamous “fake moon” debacle. Still, Google spotlights several compelling features for group photography, including the ability to merge multiple shots from different cameras, ensuring every subject is included while allowing users to select the best facial expressions from a series of images. The phone introduces a suite of AI-powered editing tools that enable users to tweak image elements — such as altering colors or removing objects altogether. More Google news & tips AI-powered features and Gemini integration Gemini, Google’s proprietary AI chatbot, is built into the Pixel 9a, so it works with …

Price, Features & Release Date

Price, Features & Release Date

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Image: Ming-Chi Kuo Apple is reportedly working on a foldable smartphone, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who shared details on March 5. Kuo works for TF International Securities and gathers information from Apple’s suppliers in Asia. He claimed the device will feature a 7.8-inch inner display that folds vertically, without a visible crease, along with a 5.5-inch outer display. The phone is expected to retail between $2,000 and $2,500. Despite the premium price tag, Kuo said Apple’s fanbase is unlikely to be deterred, and the company predicts the foldable phone will “generate strong replacement demand” as long as the quality lives up to expectations. For comparison, the larger variant of the iPhone 16 Pro Max costs $1,199. Must-read Apple coverage Foldable iPhone rumored to come out in 2026 Foldable phones are eye-catching, but the hinge can break under strain, making them more likely to need repair than a flat model. Apple’s hinge will be made of stainless steel and titanium alloy, Kuo said. Mass production is reportedly scheduled for 2026, with a second-generation model potentially …

Nothing Shows Off Its Phone (3A) Line

Nothing Shows Off Its Phone (3A) Line

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Image: Nothing Like last year, the London-based independent smartphone company Nothing announced a new model during Mobile World Congress. The Phone (3A) line continues Nothing’s trend of distinct visual design with modernized cameras and an artificial intelligence feature: Essential Space. Two models make up the Phone (3A) line: (3A) and (3A) Pro. The basic (3A) model costs $379; it can be preordered starting March 4, shipping March 11. The (3A) Pro model costs $459; it can be ordered starting March 11, shipping March 25. UK-based Nothing phone has limited U.S. availability To get a Nothing phone in the U.S., you’ll need to be enrolled in the company’s beta program, which has been in place since the (2A) line and provides the same unit that can be purchased globally. Beta program users are encouraged to participate in community forums and provide feedback. Compatibility with U.S. phone carriers can be limited, and 5G is generally not supported. Nothing phones are compatible with global networks worldwide. Mobility must-reads Phone (3A) line has impressive specs and design Both models …

Complete ban on school students using smartphones ‘undesirable, unworkable’: Delhi HC

Complete ban on school students using smartphones ‘undesirable, unworkable’: Delhi HC

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The students, the court said, must also be counselled that high levels of screen-time and social media engagement could lead to anxiety, diminished attention spans and cyber-bullying. The Delhi High Court has said that a complete ban on the use of smartphones by school students was an “undesirable and unworkable” approach and that it should be regulated and monitored. Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani then issued guidelines that would serve as guiding principles to balance the beneficial and deleterious effects of permitting the use of smartphones by school students. The court said schools must educate students on responsible online behaviour, digital manners and the ethical use of smartphones. Students should be counselled about high screen time The students, the court said, must also be counselled that high levels of screen-time and social media engagement could lead to anxiety, diminished attention spans and cyber-bullying. “Much has changed in the past years as regards the use of technology, including for educational and other related purposes, therefore, a complete ban on use of smartphones by students attending school is …

Snapdragon 8 Elite-Powered Smartphones Will Now Receive 8 Years of OS and Security Updates

Snapdragon 8 Elite-Powered Smartphones Will Now Receive 8 Years of OS and Security Updates

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Google on Monday announced a collaboration with Qualcomm to offer extended operating system (OS) and security updates on Android smartphones powered by its latest flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. This means original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) will now be able to offer their customers with software support for up to eight years. In addition to the flagship chip, phones powered by the new Snapdragon 8 and 7-series mobile platforms will also be eligible to receive this extended support. Eight Years of Software Updates on Android According to Qualcomm, it has worked with Google to allow Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) such as the Snapdragon 8 Elite to receive up to eight consecutive years of Android updates and security patches without requiring significant changes or upgrades to the platform and OEM code on the device. The company says software support will include an unchanged vendor code, although kernel changes will be required to update the kernel mode drivers. This is claimed to lower the costs incurred by OEMs while offering longer support for their respective devices. In addition …