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Movistar Spain Removes eSIM Activation Fee for Online Users
- Movistar Spain has enhanced its eSIM services, enabling online management through the Mi Movistar app and website.
- Customers can activate new lines or port existing numbers using eSIM technology.
- Online eSIM management allows for device loss or theft recovery and device switching between different manufacturers.
- The service is currently available for Movistar's contract customers, reflecting the growing trend of eSIM adoption in Spain.
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HiTouch: The App Elevating Happiness for People and Teams
- HiTouch is a mobile app that allows users to measure their happiness with the touch of a cellphone once a day.
- The app provides a four-step systematic happiness management cycle and can be used as an HR solution for individuals and companies.
- Key features include measuring happiness, comparing and analyzing happiness among different groups, a happiness diary, and a point-earning system.
- HiTouch is free to use and aims to help companies become 'great workplaces' while empowering individuals to actively manage their happiness.
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GetYourGuide Finds “White Lotus” Travelers Seek Local Flavor, Not Just Luxury
- The hit HBO series “The White Lotus” is influencing American travelers' preferences, driving interest in its shooting locations and influencing their vacation experiences.
- 75% of fans say the show has impacted their travel decisions the most, with some already visiting Hawaii, Italy, or Thailand due to the show, and many planning future trips to these locations.
- Fans prioritize excitement and adventure over traditional relaxation on vacation, seeking experiences that embody the drama of the show's characters.
- While fans seek 'White Lotus' style vacation drama, they also value transformative experiences like connecting with locals and indulging in authentic travel experiences.
- Fans prioritize experiences such as expanding horizons, thrill-seeking activities, gaining exclusive perks, and exploring local cultures over luxury experiences.
- Nearly three-quarters of White Lotus fans mention posting their experiences on social media as a key reason for planning trips inspired by the show.
- Top guided tours in Hawaii, Sicily, and Thailand offer immersive local experiences, sightseeing, and outdoor adventures, catering to those inspired by The White Lotus.
- GetYourGuide's survey, conducted among 1,000 U.S. White Lotus fans, aimed to understand what motivates fans to book trips inspired by the show.
- GetYourGuide is a global online marketplace offering travelers access to experiences in over 12,000 cities, sold more than 200 million tickets, and works with 35,000 supply partners.
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Taiwan Mobile and BMW launch One Number for Car 5G service
- Taiwan Mobile collaborates with BMW to introduce Taiwan's first 5G 'One Number for Car' service, extending mobile number connectivity into smart vehicles.
- The service, powered by personal eSIM technology, allows users to make calls and use mobile data in supported BMW models using their existing mobile number, even without their smartphone.
- BMW's flagship models with Theatre Screen offer access to streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+, enhancing the in-car experience.
- This collaboration advances Taiwan Mobile's smart mobility strategy with a focus on 5G applications, intelligent transportation, and seamless integration of communication technology into modern mobility.
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BICS launches eSIM Hub to simplify global enterprise IoT deployments
- BICS, a Proximus Global company, has launched eSIM Hub, a platform to support IoT businesses in simplifying global enterprise IoT deployments.
- eSIM Hub enables manufacturers and OEMs to reduce the complexity of managing eSIM connectivity globally.
- It addresses challenges like permanent roaming restrictions and provides a unified solution for roaming and local IoT connectivity.
- The platform empowers enterprises to seamlessly deploy and manage IoT devices globally with advanced orchestration technology.
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British Telecom to hire 1,000 people by 2024-end
- British Telecom (BT) plans to recruit 1,000 professionals in India by year-end, reports The Economic Times.
- Harmeen Mehta, BT's Chief Digital and Innovation Officer, specifies that 600 hires will bolster its digital unit, central to digital transformation and product creation. India currently hosts 40% of BT’s tech workforce, totaling 14,000 employees across Gurugram, Bengaluru, and Kolkata.
- Despite BT’s global workforce reduction of 40%, affecting 55,000 jobs announced last year, the specific impact on India remains under evaluation, notes the report.
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2.25 lakh mobile numbers deactivated in Bihar and Jharkhand for non-compliance
- The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has deactivated over 2.25 lakh mobile numbers in Bihar and Jharkhand in April for allegedly being procured through illegal means.
- The Telecom Service Providers have blacklisted 517 Point of Sales (PoS) for issuing SIM cards through unethical and illegal practices.
- DoT's artificial intelligence and facial recognition solution for telecom SIM Subscriber Verification (ASTR) analysis has been used to share intelligence with state police to take suitable action against SIM fraudsters.
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Zoom obtains telecom license to offer phone services in India
- Zoom Video Communications has been granted a pan-India telecom license that will allow it to provide telephone services to its enterprise customers.
- The license will enable Zoom to offer its cloud-based private branch exchange (PBX) service, Zoom Phone, to multinational corporations & businesses operating in India.
- Sameer Raje, the General Manager and Head of India and SAARC Region, said that Zoom Phone could help Indian businesses support flexible work environments, foster greater collaboration among employees, and improve the customer experience.
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Mobile phone inventor expresses disappointment over current state of technology
- Martin Cooper, the US engineer who invented the first mobile phone, has expressed his devastation at the current state of the technology.
- Speaking in an interview, Cooper says mobile phones have become more of a distraction and less of a tool for communication.
- He urges tech companies to take responsibility for addressing the addictive nature of smartphones.
- Despite his disappointment, Cooper remains optimistic that innovation can help address the negative aspects of smartphones.
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PM Modi launches India's 6G project, official testbed
- PM Modi launched India's 6G project and an official testbed for it, called the Bharat 6G Mission.
- The project aims to build an indigenous 6G network in India and put the country at the forefront of global technology development.
- It will also involve the collaborations between academia, industry, and government, and will focus on creating home-grown technologies.
- The launch of the Bharat 6G Mission is part of the government's larger efforts to boost India's technological self-reliance and reduce its reliance on foreign technologies.
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Cisco sees opportunities in private 5G network
- Cisco believes that private 5G networks will create new opportunities for enterprises, particularly in manufacturing, transportation, and utilities sectors.
- The commercial rollout of 5G is expected to take 18 to 24 months in India and Cisco has been working with service providers and enterprises for the transition.
- Cisco's private 5G service offering includes IoT sensors and gateways, device management software, monitoring tools, and use case-specific policy and security tools.
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ISRO to launch 36 OneWeb satellites, paving way for global space-based internet
- The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch 36 OneWeb satellites on March 26, adding to the existing constellation of 582 satellites.
- The launch is part of OneWeb's efforts to complete its constellation of over 600 low earth orbit satellites, paving the way to offer broadband internet services from space globally.
- OneWeb, which is backed by Bharti Enterprises has already launched internet from space services in countries like Canada, Greenland, UK and Northern Europe.
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Zee, Sony & Disney Star channels go off air due to tiff with cable operators
- Television broadcasters like Disney Star, Zee Entertainment, and Sony Pictures have blocked access to their channels for certain cable operators.
- This action was taken because the cable operators did not agree to the price hike that was recently introduced by the broadcasters.
- The new tariff order amendments increased the prices of popular channels and bouquets by 10%-15%, leading to the dispute between the broadcasters and cable operators.
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Hooked to your digital device? Women loses eyesight after using her smartphone in dark
- A woman in Hyderabad, India has lost her eyesight after using her smartphone for an extended period in the dark.
- A local doctor has confirmed the incident and shared it on social media, causing it to go viral.
- The prolonged exposure to the phone's blue light is believed to be the cause of the woman's vision loss.
- The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of taking breaks and limiting exposure to blue light from electronic devices to maintain eye health.
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