Emergency Alert! Severe: Why Do Smartphone Users in India Receive This Message From Govt?

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Updated on: 18-Aug-2023

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The message stated, "This is a TEST MESSAGE sent through the Cell Broadcasting System by the Department of Telecommunication, Government of India. Please disregard this message, as no action is needed from your side. This message is part of the Pan-India Emergency Alert System testing implemented by the National Disaster Management Authority. Its purpose is to enhance public safety and provide timely emergency alerts."

This flash message was transmitted via the Cell Broadcasting System under the Department of Telecommunication (C-DOT) around 1:35 pm. After receiving this alert message, many users tweeted about it on Twitter and discussed it further with their internet community. Here are some of the screenshots of the tweet shared by some of the users.

According to C-DOT's Cell Broadcasting System, the routine assessments of mobile phone operation and CBS's emergency warning capabilities will be executed in different parts of the country. The government aims to strengthen its capabilities to identify and inform people about calamities like earthquakes and tsunamis with the help of NDMA. A similar alert trial also happened last month across the country.

Is It Similar to Amber Alert?

The text sent to mobile users may seem similar to that of Amber Alerts, but it's not completely the same. The message contains an "Emergency Alert System," the government aims to provide timely alerts to mobile users about natural calamities or other critical situations and ensure enhanced public safety.

On the other hand, the Amber Alert is typically used in North America, including the United States and Canada. It focuses on locating missing children, specifically cases of child abduction. Law enforcement agencies send these message alerts to gather helpful information about the child, suspect, and other details.

While both alerts aim to inform the country's people about critical information, India's "Emergency Alert System" is a little broader and covers a variety of emergencies. In contrast, the Amber Alert is specifically focused on locating missing children.

Pixel 9 Name Change Rumoured: Google Mimicking Apple?

By: Insha Hashmi

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Updated on: 26-Jul-2024

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Google plans to launch a new Pixel 9 smartphone lineup that will be analogous to Apple's iPhone series. The Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold are among the models in the portfolio. It's awaited that the Pixel 9 Pro XL would comprehend further features and a bigger display. Google's design strategy, with its streamlined camera modules and lower bezels, is apparent in the blurted definitions. fresh information and formal documentations are anticipated as the launch date draws near.

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Updated on: 26-Jul-2024

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Jio is extending a 30 installation cost reduction on its JioAirFiber internet service as part of a limited- time Freedom Offer. This only applies to the installation freights, still it gives new guests a reduction of Rs 1,000 off the rate. It needs to spark a new JioAirFiber connection by August 15, 2024, and the creation is only available to new consumers. Plans ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps, television channels, OTT operations, maternal controls, and Wi- Fi 6 comity are all included with JioAirFiber.

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Updated on: 25-Jul-2024

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Leaks reveal that the Google Pixel 9 series, including Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, will feature Samsung M14 OLED displays. This upgrade will make the displays significantly brighter than their predecessors, with the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL reaching up to 2,050 nits. The Pixel 9 series will also sport slimmer, more even bezels. Screen sizes range from 6.24 inches on the Pixel 9 to 8 inches on the Pixel 9 Pro Fold's main display. The Pixel 9 Pro will have a higher pixel density than the Pixel 8 Pro despite its smaller screen.

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iPhone 18 to Feature Samsung Ultrawide Camera Sensor

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Updated on: 25-Jul-2024

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Apple plans to use Samsung's 48MP 1/2.6-inch ultrawide camera sensor for the iPhone 18 series, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. This marks a shift from Apple's exclusive use of Sony sensors for its iPhones' wide, ultrawide, and telephoto lenses. The iPhone 17, launching in 2025, might be the last to solely feature Sony sensors. While Apple maintains high standards, the impact on camera quality remains uncertain. Samsung, already a supplier of OLED panels for Apple, is reportedly preparing to meet the increased demand for iPhone components. Further details are anticipated as the release approaches.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 5G: Is It Worth the Discount?

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Updated on: 25-Jul-2024

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During Flipkart’s GOAT sale, the Samsung Galaxy S23 5G is available at Rs 43,999, a 50% discount from its original Rs 89,999 price. Buyers can also get a Rs 1,000 coupon discount and an additional 5% off with a Flipkart Axis Bank card. The S23 offers strong performance with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, a 3,900mAh battery, and an Android 14-based OneUI, with future updates promised. Despite competition from newer models like Xiaomi Civi 14 and Realme GT 6, the S23’s mature software and reliable GPU make it a solid choice, especially at this price.

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