From Apple Spring event 2022 to Google Play Pass launch, here are top tech news of the week

An exciting week for tech lovers is in the offing. From Apple spring event 2022 to major other launches are likely to take place this week. Here are the top tech news.

1. Apple to hold its ‘first event’ of 2022 on March 8, new iPhone SE to colourful 13-inch MacBook to launch

Apple has confirmed its Spring event date on March 8, 2022. The tech giant will hold the event virtually and the same will be streamed live from Apple Park, Cupertino. It is expected that Apple will unveil the all-new affordable iPhone SE (2022) at the event as well as the 13-inch MacBook and many more gadgets at the event. Read more

2. Google Play Pass subscription introduced in India, starts at Rs. 99

Google has announced its Play Pass subscription service in India. The subscription service will offer access to a high-quality and curated collection of more than 1000 titles across 41 categories from developers across 59 countries including many from India. Users can get started with a one-month trial and subscribe for Rs. 99 per month or Rs. 889 for the year. Check details here

3. Lenovo Legion Slim 7 gaming laptop in India!

Lenovo has introduced a new gaming laptop – Legion Slim 7 – in India. The company claims it as one of the world’s slimmest gaming laptops to date. The laptop weighs less than 2 kilograms. It packs AMD Ryzen 7 5800 processor, Nvidia GeForce RTX 360 graphics card and comes with Windows 11 operating system pre-installed.

4. Asus launches Vivobook 13 Slate OLED with detachable keyboard in India

Asus has introduced a new affordable 2-in-1 device Vivobook 13 Slate OLED with detachable keyboard. The convertible device comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage and runs Windows 11 operating system. It is powered by Intel Pentium Silver N6000 processors. Additionally, the laptop comes with a detachable keyboard and support for the new Asus Pen 2.0 stylus, which has 4036 pressure levels.

5. MediaTek introduced Dimensity 8100, Dimensity 8000 and Dimensity 1300 chipsets

MediaTek has launched the all-new Dimensity 8000 series for budget premium smartphones – Dimensity 8100, and Dimensity 8000.Thecompany has also unveiled the mid-range Dimensity 1300 chipset. The new chipsets are expected to bring flagship level features, connectivity and performance to budget smartphones.

6. Asus 8z with Snapdragon 888 SoC launched in India!

Asus has finally launched the Asus 8z smartphone in India! The device is the successor to the Asus 6z. The device sports an AMOLED display and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor. It will be powered by 5G support and packs 8GB of RAM along with a 64MP main camera and a 4000 mAh battery.

7. Poco M4 Pro with 64 MP camera, 5000 mAh battery launched

Poco has brought a new addition Poco M4 Pro to its smartphone portfolio. The latest mid-range smartphone comes with a full HD+ display and is powered by a MediaTek processor. It is packed with a 16MP selfie camera and 64MP triple rear camera. It runs Android 11 and is backed by a 5000 mAh battery.