Weekly Tech Recap: iPhone 15 series hit stores, OnePlus Open announced, Zuckerberg introduces WhatsApp Flows, more
Apple's iPhone 15 range launched in India with eager customers queuing up outside official stores in Delhi and Mumbai. Rahul, the first customer at Apple Saket, arrived at 4 am to buy the iPhone 15 Pro Max, expressing excitement about being among the first to own it. Similarly, Vivek from Bangalore was thrilled to get his iPhone 15 Pro despite not being first in line.
OnePlus is set to release its first foldable smartphone, namely OnePlus Open, reportedly on October 19. The device is rumored to feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. While the official product name and details are pending confirmation, OnePlus announced the launch during the TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 event, promising more information through official channels.
Renowned tipster Max Jambor also suggests the same launch date. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, unveiled groundbreaking features at the Conversations conference in Mumbai for WhatsApp Business. The key highlight is "WhatsApp Flows," enabling tailored in-chat interactions, from scheduling bank appointments to food orders and flight check-ins.
Meta is expanding payment capabilities to India, offering various payment methods. Additionally, Meta Verified will ensure the authenticity of businesses on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook, offering verified badges, support, and protection from impersonation. Flipkart is gearing up for its Big Billion Days Sale 2023, offering a sneak peek of discounts for ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and Kotak Bank card users.
Paytm also guarantees savings for transactions. The sale features no-cost monthly installments, discounts for old item exchanges, and a "Pay Later" option. Key smartphone deals will be revealed on specific dates in October.
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