Top Tech News Today: Theft of Active Telecom Gear At All-Time High, Motorola May Launch Edge 50 Pro In India, More

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) stated that there has been a significant increase in theft of active telecommunications equipment in the country.

The COAI highlighted that incidents of theft have multiplied since October 2023.

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Theft of Active Telecom Gear At All-Time High

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) stated on Friday that there has been a significant increase in theft of active telecommunications equipment in the country, with these items being sold on various websites such as eBay and Alibaba. This trend is negatively impacting services for consumers. In a letter addressed to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), the COAI highlighted that incidents of theft have multiplied since October 2023. The COAI, in correspondence with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), noted a manifold increase in such incidents from October 2023 onwards. The primary hardware targeted in these thefts includes Radio Remote Units (RRUs) and Baseband Units (BBUs).

Motorola May Launch Edge 50 Pro, Fusion In India

Lenovo-owned smartphone brand Motorola is set to host an event in India on April 3, as confirmed by the invite sent out by the handset maker. The invite promises a fusion of art and intelligence. With further details anticipated in a formal invitation from Motorola, it's likely that the company's upcoming smartphones will boast Pantone colour-themed designs and artificial intelligence features. During the Mobile World Congress, Motorola highlighted its collaboration with toughened glass manufacturer Corning, pledging to incorporate Corning's Gorilla Glass on all its smartphones. Given this emphasis, it wouldn't be surprising if the forthcoming devices feature Gorilla Glass on both the front display and rear cover, providing enhanced protection.

CCI Finds Google's Play Store Billing System Unfair

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Friday (March 15) issued an order stating that Google's Users Choice Billing system (UCB) appears to be in violation of the Competition Act of 2002, the media has reported. The competition watchdog of India has initiated an investigation into Google's Users Choice Billing system around Play Store policies. The commission stated it has preliminary concerns that Google may have breached Sections 4(2)(a), 4(2)(b), and 4(2)(c) of the Act, prompting a thorough examination of the issue.

WhatsApp For Android Has Screenshot Proof Profile Pictures

Have you got your picture as the 'Display Picture' on your WhatsApp and are scared that someone might misuse it? You're not alone in this, many people might be afraid of this. It is very easy for anyone to click a screenshot of our WhatsApp DP, crop it smartly and use it as per their requirements. Well, fret not because WhatsApp has heard your concern now. It has recently introduced a new privacy feature for Android users, which prevents them from taking screenshots of someone else's profile pictures.

OpenAI Will Release AI Tool Sora For The Public This Year

OpenAI's highly anticipated text-to-video generation tool, Sora, has garnered significant attention in the tech community following its recent announcement by CEO Sam Altman. This innovative tool has impressed social media users with its ability to create videos based on text prompts, sparking enthusiasm among followers who submitted prompts and eagerly awaited the resulting 60-second videos. Sora's exceptional performance positions it as a leading contender in the video generation landscape, potentially establishing new standards in the industry.