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Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Indian smartphone sales, traditionally dominated by the entry and mid-range segments, are set to change as high-end and super-premium devices capture consumer attention. The premium category is expected to grow by more than 20 per cent in calendar year (CY) 2024 compared to the previous year. While the overall smartphone market is expected to w

US government hacks attacker's iPhone, drops Apple suit

US government hacks attacker's iPhone, drops Apple suit

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

Apple had argued that the government request and the court order were a massive overreach.

Apple on snooping row: Can't say it's state sponsored

Apple on snooping row: Can't say it's state sponsored

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

iPhone-maker Apple Inc on Tuesday said it does not attribute threat notifications, such as the ones received by some MPs belonging to Opposition parties, to any specific state-sponsored attackers and that it cannot provide information on what causes such warnings.

iPhone 7 Plus is more than just a phone

iPhone 7 Plus is more than just a phone

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

A faster processor and dual-lens camera make it a winner, says Abhik Sen.

iPhone 5c too highly priced for India: Gartner

iPhone 5c too highly priced for India: Gartner

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

In mature markets like the US and Europe the price difference between the iPhone 5c and 5s is not enough.

Will Apple's latest iPhones have takers? The jury is out

Will Apple's latest iPhones have takers? The jury is out

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

Apple has done everything engineeringly possible to minimize the downsides of having a big phone.

Apple logs strong double-digit growth in India

Apple logs strong double-digit growth in India

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Apple grew at a strong double-digit rate in India, hitting a new March quarter revenue record in an "incredibly exciting market", even though the tech titan's overall quarterly revenue declined 4 per cent. Apple's India showing earned praises from CEO Tim Cook who described the market here as a "major focus" and said Apple is working on the entire ecosystem from developer to the market to operations. The top honcho said he is "very pleased" with the growth numbers.

The iPhone 5: 'SEXY' but not 'REVOLUTIONARY'

The iPhone 5: 'SEXY' but not 'REVOLUTIONARY'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

US-based Get Ahead reader Rangaprabhu Parthasarthy offers his take on the iPhone 5 which was unveiled by Apple CEO Tim Cook at Yerba Buena Center in downtown San Francisco on September 12

iPhone SE to cost Rs 39,000; in India from April 8

iPhone SE to cost Rs 39,000; in India from April 8

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

iPhone SE users can browse, download and stream content even faster with wi-fi up to three times and LTE up to 50 per cent faster than iPhone 5s.

When iPhone photos become works of art

When iPhone photos become works of art

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

In the hands of skilled photographers, smartphones are capable of producing works of art - as these stunning images show. Now in its twelfth year, the iPhone Photography Awards competition aims to find the best photographs taken using just an iPhone. Every year since it was founded in 2007, the IPPAWARDS has selected the very best shots among thousands submitted by iPhone photographers from more than 140 countries around the world. This year's grand prize went to Gabriella Cigliano for a mesmerising image shot on an iPhone X of two young girls in Tanzania. Scroll down to take a look at the stunning photos that made the cut.

Apple iPhone 5 hits Indian market today!

Apple iPhone 5 hits Indian market today!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Redington, one of Apple India's partners confirmed that the phone will be priced at Rs 45,500 for a 16GB model.

Lukewarm response to new Apple iPhones in India

Lukewarm response to new Apple iPhones in India

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Demand is expected to grow as most customers await a drop in prices.

iPhone 6 screen snag may delay its launch

iPhone 6 screen snag may delay its launch

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

Suppliers to Apple Inc are scrambling to get enough screens ready for the new iPhone 6 smartphone as the need to redesign a key component disrupted panel production ahead of next month's expected launch, supply chain sources said.

Govt rejects report of targeting Apple after hack warnings

Govt rejects report of targeting Apple after hack warnings

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Union Minister of State for Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar has rebutted The Washington Post report on the Indian government allegedly targeting Apple after the company warned independent Indian journalists and opposition party politicians that government hackers may have tried to break into their iPhones and called it 'half facts, fully embellished'.

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Tamil Nadu government is set to unveil a housing initiative for 18,720 women employed by Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, a key supplier to iPhone-maker Apple, this Saturday. The project, located at Vallam Vadagal near Chennai, marks the first time an Indian state government has constructed a hostel of this scale for a private firm - a model that's been successful in China and Vietnam.

Ten ways to put your old iPhone to work

Ten ways to put your old iPhone to work

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

A biology class is turning old iPhones into microscopes.

iPhone8, 8 Plus to cost Rs 64,000; X priced at Rs 89K

iPhone8, 8 Plus to cost Rs 64,000; X priced at Rs 89K

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

These will be available at Apple authorised retailers from September 29

Will you buy the iPhone 7 Plus for Rs 92k?

Will you buy the iPhone 7 Plus for Rs 92k?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

An all-new processor that is 40 per cent faster, a camera that combines a wide and telephoto lens to capture images, and the latest iOS 10, have teamed together to get your eyeballs and pockets.

iPhone trademark may cost Apple millions

iPhone trademark may cost Apple millions

Rediff.com12 Jan 2007

Apple Inc. may have to pay hundreds of millions of dollars in royalties to Cisco Systems for the coveted iPhone trademark, industry experts believe.

This time for iPhone 6, Indians queue up at midnight

This time for iPhone 6, Indians queue up at midnight

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

At Gurgaon's Cyberhub, Starbucks had taken special permission to keep its outlet open till late night as consumers queued for the iPhone sale to begin.

No reply yet from Apple on hacking alert to politicos: MoS

No reply yet from Apple on hacking alert to politicos: MoS

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said the government has asked Apple two questions: whether their devices are safe, and if so the reason for the alert was sent to the Opposition members.

iPhone 5S: Why new is ALWAYS better!

iPhone 5S: Why new is ALWAYS better!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Apple always had an eye on the future. iPhone 5S seems to have provied some glimpse of what may be in store.

iPhone sale: Chinese market outsells US for the first time

iPhone sale: Chinese market outsells US for the first time

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Strong demand for Apple's latest iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 plus smartphones has helped the Chinese market outsell the United States for the first time.

New iPhone sales to beat last year's record: Apple

New iPhone sales to beat last year's record: Apple

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Technology giant Apple on said the sales of its new iPhones are on pace to beat last year's record of 10 million units during the first weekend.

ICC bans Bangladesh cricketer Hossain on corruption charges

ICC bans Bangladesh cricketer Hossain on corruption charges

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Bangladesh all-rounder Nasir Hossain was on Tuesday banned from all cricket for two years, with six months of that suspended, after he accepted three charges of breaching the Emirates Cricket Board's Anti-Corruption Code.

iPhone 6 debuts in Indian grey market at Rs 1 lakh

iPhone 6 debuts in Indian grey market at Rs 1 lakh

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

While iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are being sold at $199-499 (Rs 12,100-30,400) with a two-year contract in the US, buyers in India are purchasing these at the grey market for a whopping Rs 100,000-200,000.

Apple launches 8GB iPhone 5C in India

Apple launches 8GB iPhone 5C in India

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Tech giant Apple has launched the 8GB version of its iPhone 5C in India for Rs 37,500, a move aimed at capturing a larger share of the burgeoning smartphone market in India.

Apple sells record 10 million new iPhones in first three days

Apple sells record 10 million new iPhones in first three days

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

Apple Inc said it sold a record 10 million iPhones in the first weekend after its new, larger phone models went on sale in 10 countries on Friday.

Apple unlocks iPhone 4 for US consumers

Apple unlocks iPhone 4 for US consumers

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

Ahead of the release of its next iteration of the iPhone -- iPhone 5 -- the Cupertino-based Apple Inc has released an unlocked iPhone 4. 16GB costs $649 and 32GB will be available at $749.

Apple unveils smaller, cheaper iPhone SE aimed at mid-market

Apple unveils smaller, cheaper iPhone SE aimed at mid-market

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

It might give Apple a boost in the fast-growing Indian, Middle East and African markets but also risks cutting its average phone prices and profit margins

Can Apple beat competitors with iPhone6, watch?

Can Apple beat competitors with iPhone6, watch?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

Apple Inc unveiled a watch, two larger iPhones and a mobile payments service on Tuesday as Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook seeks to revive the technology company's reputation as a wellspring of innovation.

Vodafone to sell iPhone in India

Vodafone to sell iPhone in India

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Mobile services provider Vodafone on Tuesday said it has signed an agreement with software products major Apple to sell iPhone in India, besides nine other markets. iPhone is a mobile phone that allows its user to make calls by simply tapping a name or number in the address book. It lets the customer to select and listen to voice mail messages in whatever order the consumer wants.

Techie from Maha drowns in US, had called mom earlier

Techie from Maha drowns in US, had called mom earlier

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Patil, who was a technology professional, was hiking above the gorge on June 6 on Avalanche Lake Trail, where he fell off a large rock into Avalanche Creek.

Give Your iPhone a New Look With These Cases and Covers

Give Your iPhone a New Look With These Cases and Covers

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Find the most stylish iPhones cases and covers which you will definitely not find easy anywhere.

iPhone 4S bookings open @ Rs 50,900!

iPhone 4S bookings open @ Rs 50,900!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

The latest version of Apple's iPhone 4S is now open for pre-bookings in India, at a price which is more than that in other countries.

Apple gets regulatory approval, can now sell iPhone 6 in China

Apple gets regulatory approval, can now sell iPhone 6 in China

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Analysts expect the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus to sell well in China, where many people prefer phones with larger screens.

Apple slashes iPhone 6S, 6S Plus prices by Rs 22,000

Apple slashes iPhone 6S, 6S Plus prices by Rs 22,000

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, launched earlier this month in the US, are slated to hit the Indian market from October 7.

Less expensive, smaller iPhones on the way

Less expensive, smaller iPhones on the way

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

Apple is working on less-expensive iPhones, while undertaking an overhaul of applications amid growing competition.

6 features where Android beats iPhone

6 features where Android beats iPhone

Rediff.com29 Aug 2011

In this mad race of smart phones it would be interesting to find out some features where iPhone takes beating from Android-based smart phones.

Vodafone users can buy iPhone 6 with zero down payment

Vodafone users can buy iPhone 6 with zero down payment

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

Vodafone India on Thursday launched tariff plans wherein customers can get calls, SMSes and 3G data bundled with an iPhone starting at Rs 2,099 per month.