Today's tech wrap is packed with announcements across consumer electronics, innovation, and storage solutions. Qubo strengthens its leadership in the dashcam segment, Thomson has launched a new range of QLED TVs, Vivo drops the price on the T3 Ultra, Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow returns with ₹1 crore in grants, and Lexar unveils the world's first stainless-steel SD cards for rugged creators. Let's dive into the details.
Qubo Launches 3 New Dashcams, Including One with Sony STARVIS 2 Sensor
Hero Group's Qubo has launched three new dashcams—the Dashcam Pro 3K (Sony STARVIS 2), Dashcam Pro 2.7K, and Dashcam Pro 2K—expanding its market-leading portfolio. Designed to meet rising demand amid increasing road accidents and road rage incidents, the models offer superior image quality, especially in low light, and include supercapacitors for better heat endurance. Prices range from ₹3,990 to ₹10,990, making Qubo a top choice for drivers seeking both safety and affordability.
Vivo T3 Ultra Gets ₹2,000 Price Cut, Starting May 1
Vivo has announced a ₹2,000 price drop on its T3 Ultra, effective from May 1. The midrange smartphone, known for its Dimensity 7200 chip, 120Hz AMOLED display, and 64MP OIS camera, will now be available starting at ₹27,999 (down from ₹29,999). With this move, Vivo is aiming to strengthen its position in the competitive mid-premium smartphone market, offering top-tier features at a more accessible price point.
THOMSON Launches New Phoenix Series QLED TVs in India, Starting at ₹26,999
THOMSON has launched three new QLED 4K TVs in India under its Phoenix Series, available in 50-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch sizes, priced at ₹26,999, ₹30,999, and ₹43,999, respectively. These bezel-less, metallic design TVs come packed with premium features like Dolby Atmos, HDR10, TruSurround sound, an AI-powered Realtek chipset, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, Google TV OS, and access to over 10,000 apps. With powerful built-in speakers (50W on the 50-inch and 60W on the larger models), the new Phoenix Series aims to deliver an immersive viewing and audio experience, competing aggressively in India's fast-growing QLED TV market.
Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow 2025 Offers ₹1 Crore in Innovation Grants
Samsung India has launched the 2025 edition of its flagship ‘Solve for Tomorrow' innovation contest, inviting students aged 14–22 to submit tech solutions tackling themes like AI for Bharat, health and hygiene, social change through sports, and environmental sustainability. The top four teams will receive ₹1 crore in incubation grants, while the top 40 and top 20 will receive ₹8 lakh and ₹20 lakh, respectively, along with gadgets like Samsung laptops and ZFlip smartphones. Applications are open until June 30, 2025.
Lexar Launches World's First Stainless-Steel SD Cards for Rugged Creators
Lexar has introduced the ARMOR GOLD and SILVER PRO SDXC UHS-II cards, the world's first stainless-steel SD cards, in India. Built 37 times stronger than standard SD cards and IP68-rated, they're designed for 6K video capture, drop resistance up to 5 meters, and extreme environmental durability. With read speeds up to 280MB/s and write speeds up to 210MB/s (GOLD), these cards are perfect for photographers, videographers, and creators needing high-performance, rugged storage. Prices start at ₹7,750 (128GB).
That's a wrap for today!
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