The market has now seen an array of impressive new 5G-compatible phones which come equipped with an IR blaster. This feature enhances the remote interaction capability that provides the luxury of controlling various home appliances such as televisions or air conditioners directly from the smartphone. Brands such as Xiaomi and Samsung have released models with this tech to cater to the increasing trend of smart home integration.

In the domain of navigational mobile software, Google Maps and Apple Maps are the champions. Though serving the same primary function, there are key differences between the two. Google Maps offers street-level details, live traffic updates and more flexible search options. Meanwhile, Apple Maps showcases the Flyover feature, providing 3D models of several world cities and landmarks. Each one has unique strengths and is favoured in different user contexts.

DIKSHA, a national digital infrastructure for teachers in India, will now be powered by Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. This education platform aims to empower teachers with high-quality learning resources and exposure to innovative teaching methodologies, thus resulting in greatly enhanced learning outcomes for students nationwide. The shift to Oracle will further strengthen DIKSHA's hosting capabilities.

Xiaomi has announced its international theme competition for the year 2023, inviting imaginative minds from around the globe. Competitors must create unique and innovative themes for Xiaomi devices with the winners receiving widespread recognition and significant rewards. Details on the competition guidelines are expected to follow in the near future, inciting interest and anticipation amongst designers and Xiaomi users alike.

New features are scheduled to roll out on the Chrome browser for iOS devices. While specifics of these features have not been detailed yet, anticipation runs high. On the other hand, Samsung has launched its Crystal Vision 4K UHD TV in India, boasting superior picture quality and advance smart features making it a worthy addition to the modern living room.

Apple Maps has introduced new features aimed at improving user experience ranging from Indoor Maps, for detailed layouts of malls and airports, to Guides, which provide curated lists of interesting spots to visit in a city. Apart from this, exciting new games are coming to Apple Arcade and Xbox Game Pass this August, ready to enthrall the gaming community. Lastly, Meta AudioCraft: This AI tool brings a revolution in music creation, enabling the conversion of text into music. It broadens the scope for artists and producers to experiment and create unique compositions more conveniently.