Let’s welcome the first week of July 2024, in our technologically advanced world where the most recent updates dominate the minds of people. Furthermore, in this edition, we are to give TRAI’s recent explanation on the mobile tariff hike, a discussion on Apple’s India-specific features in iOS 18, Ola’s new in-house maps technology, and the awaited Amazon Prime Day sale announcement for India.
TRAI talks about Mobile Tariff Hike
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) said it has provided explanations for the recent price increase in call rates by Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) being the worldwide leaders in their service. The new rate plans have observed a hike of up to 25%, a move that caused significant concern among the users. However, TRAI clarifies that these “allowances” are authorized by the “formulated regulatory framework.”
TRAI, for instance, cited the rise as being the “most required asset” for the “excellency of the spectrum market.” They pointed out the investment that is to be done by the operators in areas like 5G/6G and IoT/M2M which are the major technologies of the future. They added that the government wouldn’t interfere with these kinds of decisions, and noted that the industry growth in an organized manner has its top priority for the government.
Apple iOS 18 for Indian Users
The soon-to-be-released iOS 18 by Apple, which is planned for the fall, comes with the addition of more features. This is no less than new India-specific features that sprout to absorb the diversity of the Indian market. They are there to demonstrate the Indian users’ loyalty to the brand and its characteristics.
The latest OS will introduce contact posters that can be customized with numerals from various Indian languages, thus injecting a personal feeling into its use by the users. The enhanced dual SIM support will be more user-friendly by making the management of multiple numbers with a phone much more seamless than ever.
Moreover, the feature of Siri is that it is enabled by adding Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu in the shortest possible time. It is a much-improved Siri with more in-built knowledge of Hindi and other regional languages. This will turn Siri into a user-friendly and productive assistant for a large number of Indian users.
Ola’s Bold Move with In-House Maps
Ola has surprisingly announced the launching of Ola Maps, its in-house mapping technology, thus this step of the company would be quite beneficial for the audience. The new switch from Google Maps is based on the bill of materials which are made of proprietary data and OpenStreetMap. The CEO also mentioned that it does not just refer to innovation but also to substantial cost savings, annually it will be about Rs 100 crore.
Ola makes a strategic decision in another way which covers its activities. The company switched from Microsoft Azure cloud services to its own ecosystem recently. This is part of a more comprehensive plan in the company’s bid to reduce costs and decrease dependence on foreign technologies. As a result, Ola now aims to be more self-reliant and technologically advanced.
Amazon Prime Day is Coming!
The annual shopping extravaganza, Amazon Prime Day, is set to return to India on July 20, 2024. For two days, Prime members will have access to exclusive deals and discounts across a wide range of product categories. This year’s sale promises to be bigger, with special deals on the latest and upcoming smartphones, exciting new content on Prime Video, and discounts on Alexa and Fire TV devices.
Prime Day is not just a shopping event but a celebration of Amazon’s commitment to its customers. With new product launches and unparalleled discounts, it’s an event that tech enthusiasts and bargain hunters alike eagerly await.
Wrapping Up
This week in tech news has been nothing short of thrilling, with significant updates from TRAI, Apple, Ola, and Amazon. As we move forward, these developments highlight the dynamic nature of the tech industry and its relentless drive toward innovation and better user experiences. Stay tuned for more updates and keep exploring the fascinating world of technology!
