Motorola Announces “Exciting Discounts On Its Smartphone Range” – Motorola Edge 40, Moto g32, Motorola Edge 30 Ultra And Others

* On Flipkart’s Big Saving Days sale from 4th – 9th August 2023 

• motorola edge 40, from the Motorola’s flagship range and the World’s slimmest 5G phone with IP68 underwater protection, 144Hz 3D curved display, and the world’s 1st MediaTek Dimensity 8020 is available at just Rs. 27,999* 

• moto g32, India’s most loved and  all-rounder with an incredible 8GB RAM+128 GB storage, 6.5” full HD+ display with Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 Processor plus a 50MP quad function camera will be available at an effective price of just Rs. 10,999*  

• moto g62 5G, a ‘True 5G’ device from Motorola, featuring 12 5G bands including all Indian 5G bands for assured and seamless connectivity across Indian operators and states, a smooth 120Hz Display and a blazing fast Snapdragon 695 processor is available at an effective price starting at just Rs. 13,999*  

• moto e13 with 4 GB RAM+64 GB storage, the Hatke phone in the sub 10k segment comes with a long lasting 5000 mAh battery will be available at an offer price of Rs. 7,299*. 

• From Motorola’s flagship range, the motorola edge 30 ultra with 12GB RAM+256 GB storage with the industry’s first  200MP primary camera, will be available at a disruptive price of just Rs. 42,499* exclusively during this sale. 

Motorola, India’s best 5G smartphones brand^ announced exciting offers on its smartphone range across its motorola edge, moto g and mote e series lineup of smartphones for the ongoing “Flipkart Big Saving Days sale”. Consumers can grab their favorite Motorola smartphones during the sale period till 9th August at incredibly attractive prices. 

Starting with the premium category motorola edge series, the bestsellers motorola edge 40 and motorola edge 30 Ultra are available at disruptive prices. The motorola edge 40 is the world’s slimmest 5G Phone with IP68 underwater protection and the world's 1st MediaTek Dimensity 8020 Processor along with the segment 1st 144Hz 3D curved display with edge lights (6.55" pOLED HDR10+), plus an incredible 50MP camera setup with the widest aperture of f/1.4, OIS and flagship grade features such as Horizon lock that allow for stunning images and videos in any light is available at just Rs. 27,999*. The motorola edge 30 ultra with 12GB RAM+256 GB storage comes with the world’s first 200MP camera and is available at an effective price of Rs. 42,499*.  

Under Motorola’s g series of smartphones, the brand is offering the most loved all-rounder from Motorola – the moto g32 with 8 GB RAM+128 GB storage, expandable up to 1 TB, is available at an exceptional effective price of just Rs. 10,999*. This incredible phone packs features including a 90Hz 6.5” FHD+ display, Stereo Speakers with Dolby Atmos®, near stock Android 12 and powerful performance with Snapdragon® 680 processor plus a 50MP quad function camera, which makes it a must-buy during the Flipkart sale. Additionally, the moto g62 features 12 5G bands including all Indian 5G bands for assured and seamless connectivity across Indian operators and states, a smooth 120Hz Display and a blazing fast Snapdragon 695 processor will be available at a price starting at just Rs. 13,999*  

To ensure there are offerings across price points, the stylish and “hatke” moto e13 comes backed by a strong 5000mAh battery with the 4 GB RAM +64GB storage variant at just Rs. 7,299* and the 2+64 GB variant at Rs.5,849*. 

Tata Capital Unveils A Generative AI Powered Chatbot To Enhance Customer Experience

Tata Capital, the financial services arm of the Tata Group, has introduced the use of generative AI -within ‘TIA’, the company’s chatbot, marking a significant milestone in the adoption of emerging technology to enhance customer engagement. Tata Capital has integrated capabilities of Chat GPT with its Chatbot to enable a more seamless conversational experience and offer contextual assistance to customers for all their service requests.

The integration of ChatGPT will significantly enhance the chatbot TIA’s ability to understand and respond to customer queries and provide customers with high quality content, personalised responses and on-demand support. The enhanced version will be available both on the mobile app and on the website. The use of generative AI will also make TIA capable of answering queries instantly in Hindi and Hinglish, thereby connecting with a wider audience.

Abonty Banerjee, Chief Digital Officer, Tata Capital, said, “We are constantly enhancing the use of AI to innovate across the enterprise. We believe that generative AI has the power to transform roles and boost performance across domains. We are delighted to announce the launch of a new version of our service bot, TIA, which is integrated with the capabilities of ChatGPT. We are confident that customers will love the empowerment this technology brings, which will enable them to self-serve far more effectively.”

Tata Capital unveiled TIA in 2019 to offer customers a simple voice-based solution to help them resolve loan queries related to eligibility, process and so on. TIA uses speech recognition technology, natural language understanding and text-to-speech technology.

About Tata Capital Limited

Tata Capital Limited, a holistic financial services provider that caters to the diverse needs of retail, corporate and institutional customers. Its range of offerings include Consumer Finance, Advisory Services, Commercial Finance, Infrastructure Finance, Microfinance, Project Finance, debt syndication, Investment Banking, Private Equity Advisory and Credit Cards. For more information about Tata Capital, visit www.tatacapital.com

With No Compromise On Boot Space, Tata Motors Revolutionizes The CNG Market With Its Refreshed iCNG Portfolio

* Launches the all-new Tata Punch iCNG with Voice Assisted Electric Sunroof

* Equips Tiago and Tigor iCNG with the advanced twin-cylinder technology

Riding on the success of its twin cylinder technology, Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, today brought joy to its CNG customers by not only refreshing its existing CNG line up with the upgraded Tiago and Tigor iCNG but also launching the brand-new Punch iCNG with this revolutionary technology. The twin-cylinder technology that debuted with the Altroz iCNG in May this year, has received an astounding response for the disruption it has created in the segment – enabling CNG vehicles to provide their customers with a non-compromised boot space, best-in-class features and a superior drive experience.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Vinay Pant, Head-Marketing, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., said: “Building further on our success with the Altroz iCNG, and to make the CNG segment even more hotly contested, we are excited to introduce the twin cylinder technology in not just one but three products today – the Tiago, Tigor and the much awaited and loved sub compact SUV, the Tata Punch. Since its debut at the Auto Expo 2023, the Punch iCNG has been one of the most awaited products in this segment. With its uncompromised boot space and high-end feature upgrades, the Punch iCNG demonstrates the go anywhere attitude of an SUV, which is engineered to meet the constantly evolving requirements of customers, who are tech savvy and demand best in class features along with an environment friendly and economical product. I am confident that these introductions put together will make our CNG line up appealing, holistic, and stronger than ever.”

About the Punch iCNG:

With multiple milestones to its credit, the Punch has been successful in creating its own mark. And now equipped with the most innovative CNG technology in the country and exquisite features, this Punch goes far and beyond.  

OMG! it’s Safe!

The Punch iCNG is built on the modern ALFA Architecture platform that has been proven for safety by receiving the 5-Star Global NCAP adult safety rating at the time of launch.

Extensive use of ultra-high strength steel and reinforced body structure provides rigidity to the car and makes it robust.

Further enhanced safety features like a micro-switch to keep the car switched off at the time of refuelling.

Thermal incident protection cuts off CNG supply to the engine and releases gas into the atmosphere as a measure of safety.

The twin cylinders located below the luggage area offer the safest solution as the valves and pipes are protected under the load floor minimizing the risk of potential damage. Additionally, the enhanced rear body structure and 6 point mounting system for the CNG tanks provide additional rear crash safety for the Punch iCNG.

OMG! it’s Impressive!

The Punch iCNG comes with advanced features like Voice assisted Electric Sunroof, Front Seat Armrest, USB C Type charger and a Shark fin antenna.

The new Punch iCNG will sport intuitive features such as Automatic Projector headlamps, LED DRLs, 16” diamond cut alloy wheels, 7" infotainment system by Harman™ that supports Android Auto™ and Apple Carplay™ connectivity, rain sensing wipers, height adjustable driver seat and many more.

OMG! It’s Intelligent!

The smart placement of the twin cylinders in Punch iCNG under the luggage areas ensures boot space similar to that in ICE SUVs.

The Punch iCNG comes with advanced Single ECU & features Direct Start in CNG mode.

The Single ECU ensures effortless and jerk free shifting between petrol and CNG modes.

The Direct Start in CNG mode eliminates the hassle of switching modes. With this feature, customers will be able to save fuel every time they start the car.

OMG! it’s Powerful!

The Punch iCNG offers incredible performance with the powerful 1.2L Revotron Engine.

The advance iCNG Technology gives an unmatched performance with a perfect combination of power and pick-up by delivering superior power of 73.4 PS @6000 rpm and torque of 103 Nm @ 3230 rpm

Adding some more ‘punch’ to the car, the company will now offer new features like Voice Assisted Sunroof, Xpress cool, iTPMS, USB C Type charger, front armrest, One Touch Up Driver Window, Shark fin antenna and more in the petrol variants of the car as well.

About the Tiago and Tigor iCNG:

The Tiago and Tigor brands have been appreciated for their versatility. The Tiago also recently achieved the prestigious 5 lakh sales milestone proving its popularity amongst the hatch lovers. Furthermore, the Tiago and Tigor are the only vehicles in their segments to be offered with three powertrain options - petrol, electric and iCNG.

The latest refreshes of the Tiago and Tigor iCNG will come equipped with Tata Motors’ modern twin-cylinder technology that provides consumers with no compromise on boot space, making them an even more appealing option amongst the CNG loyalists. This technology enables the Tigor to offer a CNG tank capacity of 70L (water capacity), the highest in the industry. Since their launch in January 2022, the Tiago and Tigor iCNG have gained popularity with consumers, with combined sales of over 50,000 units till date.

Tata Motors’ venture into the CNG segment has been quite successful, and all its offerings have been immensely appreciated in their respective segments, thereby growing the Company’s market share, and strengthening its multi powertrain strategy. Currently, Tata Motors iCNG vehicles are only catering to the personal segment and are commanding a market share of more than 16% in the overall CNG industry - a testament of their popularity. CNG contribution to the overall sales of the individual brands in the ICE category for Tiago, Tigor and Altroz stand at 20%, 55% and >40% respectively.

To know more about Tata Motors’ iCNG range, visit https://cars.tatamotors.com/

ELCINA Welcomes India's New Licensing Requirement For Imports Of Laptops, Tablets, And Personal Computers

* To Boost Domestic Electronics Manufacturing

The Electronic Industries Association of India (ELCINA) welcomes the recent decision vide Notification No. 23/2023 dated 3rd August 2023 by DGFT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India to implement a licensing requirement for imports of finished laptops, tablets, and personal computers falling under HSN 8471. This move aligns with ELCINA's vision to bolster domestic electronics manufacturing and reinforce the "Make in India" initiative promoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

The new regulation, effective immediately, signifies a crucial step towards enhancing national security and reducing reliance on foreign imports. With rapidly expanding digitalization and online transactions for all services, cyber security and safeguarding our data from phishing and malware has become imperative. This move will also provide impetus to Indian and global companies to consider establishing local manufacturing facilities and assembly lines, thereby boosting the overall electronics manufacturing ecosystem in the country.

ELCINA acknowledges that the implementation of the licensing requirement may pose initial short-term challenges for global companies and is committed to supporting them in streamlining their supply chains and benefiting from this opportunity. ELCINA firmly believes that this measure will encourage companies to explore opportunities for investing in the India manufacturing eco-system and value chain as India today provides strong support to the Electronic Systems Design & Manufacturing sector.

ELCINA commends MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology) for creating a conducive environment for electronics manufacturing. The extension of the PLI 2.0 deadline for IT Hardware and the introduction of the $2 billion incentive scheme underscore the government's unwavering support to ESDM sector and achieving

the target of $300 billion production by 2026. These strategic initiatives position India as a flourishing global electronics manufacturing hub.

Mr Sanjay Agarwal, President ELCINA & MD, Globe Capacitors Pvt. Ltd., expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "This notification is a welcome move from the government to boost manufacturing in India, promoting make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat in IT hardware products.  More focus will be there to enhance R&D, Technology, and design, which in turn will make India self-reliant with a thriving supply chain network in IT Hardware."

ELCINA's Secretary General, Mr Rajoo Goel, expressed his appreciation for the government's efforts in safeguarding the digital economy and ensuring the safety of digital devices from cyber threats. As the country embraces technological advancements, it becomes paramount to fortify the security of these devices against vulnerabilities and cyber threats. "With the growing reliance on digital devices and the surge in the digital economy, it is imperative to protect our machines from cyber threats. The government's decision showcases their commitment to enhancing cybersecurity measures in the country and opens up new manufacturing opportunities."

ELCINA encourages the electronics/IT industry to embrace the opportunities presented by the new licensing requirement. By working together, IT Hardware Product industry can drive innovation, create jobs, and strengthen India's position as a Global Electronics Manufacturing Hub.

Schwing Stetter India Makes Commitment To Help Achieve Carbon Neutrality; Aims To Plant 2,50,000 Tree Saplings By 2023

* “Flags Off The Plantation Drive In Assam And Tamil Nadu As A Part Of Its 25th Anniversary Celebrations”

 Schwing Stetter India, one of the country’s leading construction and concreting equipment manufacturer, initiated its sustainability campaign, #GoGreenwithSchwing, with the aim of planting 2,50,000 trees globally by 2023. This initiative is a significant part of their ongoing 25th-anniversary celebrations of Schwing Stetter’s presence in India. Starting from two locations in India: Irungattukottai (Tamil Nadu) and Guwahati (Assam), this green drive will span across the entire country, including areas where significant infrastructure projects have been successfully implemented.

#GoGreewithSchwing initiative began with the Irungattukottai tree plantation drive, officiated by V.G Sakthikumar, Managing Director of Schwing Stetter India, planting a total of 30,000 tree saplings. The Assam Chapter of Plantation drive, officiated by the Chief Guests, Arup Kumar Mishra, Chairman of the Pollution Control Board, Assam, and Jadav Payeng, renowned as “The Forest Man of India,”, planted the initial saplings, marking the commencement of the tree plantation campaign in Guwahati, Assam.

As a pioneering force in the infra development Sector, Schwing has made efforts in reshaping the country’s progress with its state-of-the-art concrete and construction machinery. The company has embraced a deep-seated commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. They have dedicated efforts towards green energy adoption and have significantly reduced its carbon footprint.  

With #GoGreenwithSchwing, the company has taken an initiative to promote reforestation and reduce the carbon footprint by involving multiple stakeholders including employees, customers, business partners, and dealers. Schwing Stetter India aims to achieve the target of planting 2,50,000 saplings globally by 2023. 

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. V.G Sakthikumar, Chairman & Managing Director of Schwing Stetter India, said “As we embark on this incredible journey of turning 25 years, we want to continue to engage in activities that reflect our commitment to sustainability and the environment. We are aiming to sow the seeds of a greener, more sustainable future. In this journey, we are deeply grateful to Young India volunteers who tirelessly work for 'Climate change', as well as CII and BAI; for extending their support for this noble cause in various states across India.” 

On 3rd and 4th August 2023, a total of 75,000+ saplings are to be planted in Irungattukottai and Guwahati, on behalf of Schwing Stetter India. The remaining saplings will be planted at various locations in a phased manner, by 2023. 

About Schwing Stetter India Private Limited: 

Incorporated in June 1998, and commencing its manufacturing operations in 1999, Schwing Stetter India is a 100% subsidiary of Schwing GmbH, a 1.30 billion USD German concreting machinery manufacturer and a part of the XCMG group. Schwing Stetter is a pioneer in manufacturing equipment for concrete preparation, placement, transportation, and recycling. Schwing Stetter (India) Private Limited manufactures concrete batching plants, concrete placing booms, concrete pumps, concrete truck mixers for transporting readymade concrete to construction sites, concrete truck mixers with concrete pumps, and concrete recycling plants, plastering pumps, self-loading mixers, and sludge pumps. 

Schwing Stetter (India) sells and services equipment like concrete pavers, aerial working platforms, all-terrain cranes, cold milling machines, crawler cranes, excavators, horizontal directional drilling, motor grader, rotary drilling rig, tower crane, truck cranes, and wheel loader are our various newer range of equipment that has been launched recently from GOMACO and XCMG. We cater to the requirement of infrastructure developers and act as an OEM supplier to various cement companies that offer ready-mix concrete. Schwing Stetter has its manufacturing units in 12 countries including Germany, Austria, USA, Brazil, Russia, Ostrava, UK, and India supported by sales and service centers in France, Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden as well as representations in more than 150 countries worldwide. Contact us on: https://www.schwingstetterindia.com/ 

The New OPPO A78, The Complete Entertainment Smartphone With Best-In-Class Battery

* The OPPO A78 features 67W SUPERVOOCTM Flash Charge technology with a 5000mAh battery for all-day entertainment

* Comes with 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display and Dual Stereo Speakers for impressive audio-visual experience

OPPO, the leading global smart devices brand, has announced the launch of the OPPO A78 in India. The handset will be available in two colour finishes: Aqua Green and Mist Black.

The Aqua Green A78 uses a double-layer process to superimpose OPPO’s first Diamond Matrix Design atop a water-green base layer; the Mist Black version comes with a touch of yellow-green to its pure black base to give the phone a unique metallic gloss.

The smartphone features an Ultra-Slim Retro Design with a 2.5D right-angled middle frame and smoothed edges to make the phone sleek and comfortable to hold. It is priced at INR 17,499 and will be available for sale from August 1 onwards through mainline retail outlets, OPPO E-Store and Flipkart.

Immersive audio-visuals for top-level entertainment  

The OPPO A78 is built for those who enjoy entertainment on the go. Its AMOLED screen is capable of deep blacks, great contrast, and true-to-life colours. The crisp 6.4-inch FHD+ display boasts features that are on par with high-end handsets, including a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling, up to 180Hz touch sampling rate for a quick touch response when playing games, and smart adaptive backlighting that intelligently adjusts to various light environments; this means users can binge-watch shows for long hours, and even play marathon sessions of games without any visual fatigue.

In addition, the A78’s L1 Widevine certification means it supports high-definition video streaming from all mainstream video platforms. For audio, its Dual Stereo Speakers with Real Original Sound Technology—tested by Dirac—output immersive surround sound whether you are listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. The handset also packs an Ultra Volume Mode that allows users to turn up the speaker level to 200% for audible audio in the noisiest environments.

For the click-happy, the A78 4G boasts a 50MP main camera that captures stunning pictures in every setting and a 2MP depth camera for delicate bokeh in portraits. 

The handset also supports the Dual-View Video function that enables simultaneous recording from its 8MP front and 50MP rear cameras to merge the footage into a single frame for creative vlogs.  

Robust performance for a great entertainment experience  

To ensure smooth performance, the OPPO A78 packs the Snapdragon 680 SoC, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and support for 1TB of additional storage through microSD cards. Additionally, RAM can be extended by an extra 8GB from storage via OPPO’s RAM expansion technology. 

OPPO’s Dynamic Computing Engine—the same proprietary technology found on high-end OPPO devices—makes the A78 perform as fast and fluidly as a new smartphone even after three years. It increases app opening speeds by as much as 1.42% and can run up to 19 apps simultaneously without any lag or stutters. 

The smartphone runs on ColorOS 13.1—based on Android 13—which enhances privacy and performance with features like screen translation that allow you to point the camera at a script for instant AI-based translation; you can auto-pixelate user photos in screenshots of messaging apps, and you even get a private safe to secure all your sensitive documents and photos.

Long-lasting battery

All this top-end performance requires a strong battery backup, and here the OPPO A78 is equipped with 67W SUPERVOOCTM flash charging technology—one of the fastest charging technologies in this price band—along with a massive 5000mAh battery. With this combination, the device is charged up to 73% in 30 minutes and reaches a full charge in about 45 minutes. 

For better battery health, the smartphone's proprietary Battery Health Engine extends battery lifespan to as many as 1,600 charge and discharge cycles – the equivalent of up to four years of good use.  

OPPO focuses on battery reliability and safety with features like Optimised All-Day Charging mode and 5-layer charging protection that comprises adaptor overload protection, flash-charge condition identification protection, charging port overload protection, battery current/voltage overload protection, and battery fuse protection.

Market availability

OPPO A78 will be available in two colours- Aqua Green and Mist Black from August 1, 2023. The 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM model is priced at INR 17,499 and available for purchase from OPPO E-Store, Flipkart and mainline retail outlets.

Offers

Customers can avail the following offers on the first sale of OPPO A78:

Customers can avail a cashback of up to 10% (INR1500) from mainline retail outlets and no-cost EMI for up to 3 months from leading banks like SBI Cards, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Bank of Baroda and One Card. Additionally, customers can enjoy attractive EMI schemes from leading financiers.

Customers can avail instant INR 1500 discount on Flipkart from leading bank cardholders and a no-cost EMI for up to 3 months.

OPPO customers can avail an Exchange + Loyalty Bonus of up to INR 500 from Offline and Online stores.

TECNO To Unveil Its Latest POVA 5 Series At The Upcoming World Of TECNOlogy Event

TECNO as a brand has always delivered in line with its vision of being at the forefront of technology and innovation. In further alignment with this vision, the brand is all set to present the first season of its key annual property, World of TECNOlogy. The 3-day event is aimed at showcasing the best-in-class technology offered by the brand across product lines and portfolios. The tech showcase event will be commencing on 11th August 2023 at DLF Avenue, New Delhi, being open to all consumers till 13th August. The event will allow an immersive experience into TECNO’s prominent products, driving awareness of the diverse product portfolio and strengthening the credibility and relatability with the brand.

The brand has been aggressive this year by introducing Phantom X2 Series, Phantom V Fold, and most recently the Camon 20 Series. Keeping up with the rhythm, on the first day of World of TECNOlogy, i.e., 11th August 2023, TECNO will be revealing the POVA 5 Series.

This latest POVA 5 series includes the POVA 5 Pro 5G and POVA 5, thoughtfully engineered to cater to the demands of young, upbeat, and elite Gen Z consumers. The phone is designed keeping in mind the lifestyle of zillennials, who are constantly on their phone for all purposes, multitasking through- gaming, social media, financial applications, and more.

Earlier in June 2022 TECNO launched POVA 3 which boasted a unique LED light strip with various functionalities. Now, taking the innovation way ahead, the company is introducing a standout design with the all-new Arc Interface in the POVA 5 Pro 5G, an innovative multi-coloured LED Backlight design with 3D Texture. This design is already creating a lot of buzz and noise in the market. To delight the consumers, the Arc Interface functionalities provides an unparalleled experience including calls, notifications, battery charging, and music into a captivating symphony of digital emotions with the RGB backlight technology.

TECNO’s POVA 5 Pro 5G has already been announced globally on August 2nd, 2023, where along with the beautiful aesthetics, the powerful performance of the phone is also getting its due acclamation, the 68W fast charging, MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SOC and 6.78” FHD+ display with 120Hz refresh-rate have come across as the other key highlights of the smartphone. Hence we can expect similar specifications for the device launching soon in India.

TECNO always has showed commitment towards its disruptive pricing strategy, the recent most examples being- Phantom V Fold, and Camon 20 Series, bringing about many industry-first features. With such a track record, we are positive that POVA 5 Pro will also be priced aggressively and would be a really strong product offering. Packed with ground-breaking features, the series is anticipated to deliver exceptional value at a price point that aligns perfectly with the budget of those who strive for success and embrace life to the fullest.