BlackBerry's QNX and AWS have collaborated to provide a software development package on the public cloud, enabling faster development cycles. Stellantis N.V. used this package to build a virtual cockpit platform, introducing infotainment features and apps 100 times faster than before. The partnership aims to support the growing demand for Software Defined Vehicles (SDV) in the automotive industry.

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Samsung announced its sixth-generation foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6, at the Galaxy Unpacked event. The devices feature Galaxy AI, Samsung's on-device and cloud-based GenAI features. Gerrit Schneemann, Senior Analyst at Counterpoint Research, discussed the new launches with Brad Haczynski, SVP & GM Mobile eXperience B2B, USA, at Samsung.

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The EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum is a prominent event in the Indian autotech industry, organized by the team behind the IoT Innovation Conclave. The forum aims to bring together stakeholders from leading EV enterprises, auto companies, OEMs and ODMs, electronics and sensor manufacturers, smart device infotainment producers, investors, and thought leaders in the auto sector from across India.

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iQOO, a sub-brand of vivo, launched the iQOO Neo9S Pro+ smartphone in Beijing, China, featuring five major upgrades, including upgraded chipset performance, unlocking features, battery life, appearance, and OS. The device is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and vivo's Q1 gaming chipset, enabling flagship-level gaming performance. It is the first smartphone in the mid-price tier with an ultrasonic 3D fingerprint sensor, priced from RMB 2,999 ($412) onwards.

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Amdocs and IDEMIA have been named 'Pacesetters' in the 2023 eSIM Orchestration Competitive, Ranking, and Evaluation (CORE) evaluation. The report, published by Counterpoint Research, also recognized Thales, RedTea Mobile, LotusFlare, G+D, 1Global, and 10TTech as Leaders, while Valid, Moflix, Tata Communications, Tripica, Mobilise, and Invigo emerged as Challengers. Workz, Kigen, HPE, and East Compeace were categorized as Up-starters.

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HONOR has launched the Magic V3, the thinnest book-type foldable with a folded thickness of 9.2mm and a weight of 226g. The Magic V3 uses Pol-less technology for a thinner display and ultra-thin hinge design. It is equipped with a third-generation Qinghai Lake battery with a 5150mAh capacity and a slim 2.6mm thickness, alongside an IPX8 waterproof rating.

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Global PC shipments grew 3.1% YoY in Q2 2024 to reach 62.5 million units, driven by a moderate replacement cycle and off-easy comp. Apple is waiting for the M4 MacBook launch to regain shipment momentum. Arm-based AI laptops will capture more than 25% market share in 2027. Counterpoint's preliminary data shows the market's second consecutive quarterly YoY growth in shipments.

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The global smartphone market grew 6% year-over-year (YoY) in Q2 2024, with Samsung retaining the #1 spot, Apple declining marginally YoY, and Xiaomi growing the fastest among the top-five OEMs. vivo took the top spot in China and India, with OPPO following closely. Motorola achieved its highest presence, expanding its presence in the market.

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Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy SoC and 12GB of RAM. The foldables feature Galaxy AI, including Interpreter and FlexWindow, and are priced $100 more than their predecessors. The event took place at the Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris.

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Circular Ring Slim is a product from French company Circular, a newcomer to the health-oriented smart ring market. The company has been led by Finnish company Oura for years, but several players have emerged, including Ultrahuman, Amazfit, and others. Samsung is imminently entering the market with its Galaxy Ring.

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