This week in technology saw significant developments, including Qualcomm's launch of the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, confirmation of new smartphone releases from OnePlus and iQOO, and plans for AI to enhance traffic enforcement.
Key Highlights:
Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor Qualcomm has launched its Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, featuring the new Oryon CPU architecture. This advanced chipset will debut in the Xiaomi 15 series globally and will be the first in India with the Realme GT 7 Pro. The new branding marks a shift from the traditional Snapdragon 8 Gen naming system.
OnePlus 13 and iQOO 13 Launch Dates Set OnePlus has announced that the OnePlus 13 will be released in China on October 31 at 4:00 PM local time, while the iQOO 13 is set to launch the day before, on October 30. Both smartphones will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and will share several specifications.
Google Plans Dynamic Island-like Notifications for Android Following the rollout of Android 15, Google is already teasing features for the upcoming Android 16. Reports suggest that Google will introduce a notification system similar to Apple's Dynamic Island, allowing apps to create interactive notifications, or "chips," in the status bar. This feature could enable quick actions directly from notifications.
AI to Enhance Traffic Violation Monitoring Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced plans to incorporate AI in monitoring traffic violations. The initiative aims to improve compliance and ensure accurate penalties. Gadkari also discussed the potential for satellite systems to modernize toll collection methods and enhance road safety.
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