Electronics

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Hiring of temporary staff has gone up and this year's hiring would be better than last year, but not as good as pre-pandemic years. There is no slump for the manufacturers. But retailers are cautious. — Representational image/AP

Retailers still cautious about festive season hiring

Retail stores usually hire more hands for in-store promotions and installations during the festive season

13 Sep 2021 8:40 AM

Govt seeks inputs from five key sectors on expected output

The exercise may be viewed as a crucial move towards nursing the sectors back to health and resurrecting their production

12 Apr 2020 4:40 PM

As teens take to screens, they feel the urge to have more sugary drinks. (Photo: Representational/ Pixabay)

Sugar intake goes up as usage of electronic devices increases

More time on electronic gadgets may propel high caffeine intake.

23 Oct 2019 6:20 PM

the Purdue waterproof, breathable and antibacterial self-powered clothing is based on omniphobic triboelectric nanogenerators. (Photo: ANI)

Designer clothing that allows to manage electronic devices

For the first time, it is possible to fabricate textiles that can protect you from rain, stains, and bacteria.

13 Aug 2019 7:45 AM

India will leverage its existing strength in electronics manufacturing and strong talent pool to position itself as an export hub for electronics products, said Ravi Shankar Prasad. (Photo: File | ANI)

Prasad promises to take Broadband to masses; sees India as export hub for electronics

IT and Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said availability of broadband and mobiles is an essential component of Digital India.

01 Jul 2019 6:08 PM

Panasonic, Sony and Mitsubishi Electric are among those implementing practices that have been routine at many US and European companies, such as engaging designers at every step and treating packaging as part of the product.

Japanese electronics firms look to re-engineer their design mojo

The project is among a range of efforts in the Japanese electronics industry to reinvigorate industrial design.

17 Dec 2018 8:53 AM

Sony bets on large TVs

He added, “Growth in the 32 inches remains strong but TV sets over 55 inches are showing a lot of promise.”

27 Jul 2018 6:55 AM

Consumer electronics major Samsung is aiming 40 per cent market share in the microwave segment in India by the end of this year.

Samsung eyes 40 per cent share of Indian microwave market

Samsung range of microwaves are presently available at its network of around 29,000 dealers.

22 Apr 2018 5:04 PM

Panasonic is aiming to have around 30 per cent market share in Rs 1.5 lakh and above camera market.

Panasonic aims 30 pc market share in Rs 1.5 lakh camera segment

The firm is targeting new age photographers and videographers along with youtubers.

10 Apr 2018 3:35 PM

Withdrawing itself from the electronics market would mean leaving a place vacant in for its contemporaries like Sony Corp, Sharp Corp and Kyocera Corp to fill in.

Fujitsu to sell off its mobile phone unit

Thanks to the rise of Apple and Samsung, many of these makers had to actually shut shop.

26 Jan 2018 4:17 PM

This offer is valid between January 23 and January 31, 2018. (Representational Image)

Samsung offers discounts on smartphones for corporates

The offer provides special discounts and offers for the customers and can be availed only through the e-store.

23 Jan 2018 1:37 PM

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 7.0 costs Rs 9,500 and features a 4000mAh battery.

Samsung to revive India’s tablet market this year

The electronics company, which once flooded the market with its tablets, is hopeful to increase the sale of the product yet again.

06 Jan 2018 9:52 AM

It can be seen as a desperate attempt to avoid a possible delisting.

Toshiba considering $5.3 billion capital injection to avoid delisting

If Toshiba fails to close the sale in time, that could keep Toshiba in negative net worth for a second year in a row.

10 Nov 2017 9:36 AM

Tech in cars can keep you safe and allows you to concentrate on the road.

Technology in your car: 8 safety features that depend on tech

The technology used in cars today work silently behind the scenes to keep you safe.

26 Aug 2017 11:21 AM

For the selfie lovers, Q6 offer a wide 100 degree selfie camera and instant social share features which allows to takes great selfies and also share it with friends and family.

LG Q6 brings full vision display to new smartphone lineup

LG's Q series is the company's latest lineup of mid-range smartphones boasting features which are present in premium phones.

13 Aug 2017 8:32 PM

The United States is poised to ban large electronic devices such as laptops or cameras on board flights from up to a dozen Middle East nations. (Photo: AFP)

After Etihad, Emirates, US exempts Saudi Arabian Airlines from laptop ban

Last month, US officials announced new security requirements for all airlines rather than an expansion of the laptop ban.

18 Jul 2017 12:56 PM

A brain training computer game developed by British neuroscientists has been shown to improve the memory of patients in the very earliest stages of dementia and could help such patients avert some symptoms of cognitive decline.

New app improves memory in people with cognitive decline

A small trial found that patients who played the game had around a 40% improvement in memory scores.

03 Jul 2017 9:53 AM

The tech giant decided to establish the fund after meetings with suppliers late last year, it said in a statement.

Samsung Electronics to set up fund to help suppliers amid Moon's reform push

Moon came to power this month promising to rein in the family-owned conglomerates that dominate Asia's fourth-largest economy

26 May 2017 12:50 PM

Apple make iconic iPhones. (Photo: AFP/Representational)

Apple contacts govt to expand India production capacity

iPhone maker seeks a bigger share in one of world's biggest smartphone markets.

23 May 2017 2:42 PM

Amazon is second largest ecommerce player in India.

What Amazon is offering under Great Indian Sale

Amazon India's 'Great Indian Sale' will be followed by Flipkart's 'Big 10' that will last for ten days.

11 May 2017 11:54 AM

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