Demand for mobiles likely to reach 250 mn in 2014

Demand for mobiles likely to reach 250 mn in 2014 New Delhi: The demand for mobile phone handsets in the country is likely to reach 250 million in 2014 with an estimated value of Rs.54,000 crore, Minister of State for Communications and IT Milind Deora told parliament on Friday. The demand will reach to 250 million in volume while in value terms, the same will stand at Rs.54,000 crore, the minister told the Rajya Sabha in a written reply, citing...
09:39 PM, May 11, 2012

Use of cellphones during take-off won't crash flights

Use of cellphones during take-off won't crash flights New Delhi: Cellphones do not cause any problem with aircrafts' communication or navigation system, a top executive of Cell Antenna - a company that provides cell phone signal enhancement services, has said. Comments of Howard Melamed, the chief executive officer of Cell Antenna, is in contrast to the long held belief that use of cell phones during take off or touch down of aircraft's as mobiles can disturb aircraft's navigational...
12:51 PM, Mar 22, 2012

Mobile use doesn't alter kids' cancer risk

Mobile use doesn't alter kids' cancer risk New York: Children and adolescents who use mobile phones are at no bigger risk of developing brain cancer than those who do not use them, according to a study of patients aged 7 to 19. The research, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute on Wednesday and partially funded by mobile phone operators, addresses concerns that children may be more vulnerable to health risks from electromagnetic radiation from...
03:00 PM, Jul 28, 2011

'Frequent cellphone use causes marital disputes'

'Frequent cellphone use causes marital disputes' Chandigarh: Talking on mobile phones frequently and for a long duration by a woman is one of the causes of discord between newly married, opines chairperson of the Punjab State Commission for Women Gurdev Kaur Sangha. The Punjab State Commission for Women has circulated an advisory for married women, saying they should stop using cell phones. Gurdev Kaur Sangha believes the habit is ruining marriages because brides talking on the...
10:17 PM, May 05, 2011

Learn manners, ignore your ringing phone

Learn manners, ignore your ringing phone Do you check your BlackBerry during work meetings? Do you do it furtively, or with everyone watching? ...
01:55 PM, Apr 19, 2010

Pre-paid cell ban in J-K can't be revoked: Centre

Pre-paid cell ban in J-K can't be revoked: Centre The Centre says the ban can't be revoked due to security reasons. ...
03:13 PM, Jan 08, 2010

Ring this in: cellphones don't cause brain cancer

Ring this in: cellphones don't cause brain cancer Study checks health impact on 16 million people in four countries. ...
11:35 AM, Dec 04, 2009

Pre-paid mobile connections banned in J-K

Pre-paid mobile connections banned in J-K Union Home Ministry fears militants may be using the service. ...
02:52 PM, Oct 30, 2009
Tech Toyz: gizmos that make Diwali gifts

Tech Toyz: gizmos that make Diwali gifts

CNN-IBN's tech show tips you on 3 products to get from the US. ...
06:27 PM, Oct 10, 2009

Mobile number portability plan extended to Dec 31

Mobile number portability plan extended to Dec 31 This plan will allow users to switch operators without changing numbers. ...
08:12 PM, Sep 03, 2009

CBSE doesn't like the sight of cellphones in schools

CBSE doesn't like the sight of cellphones in schools Board says phones are a distraction, 'recommends' ban. ...
06:42 PM, Aug 04, 2009

This is no joke: Pak plans jail for SMS puns on prez

This is no joke: Pak plans jail for SMS puns on prez Cyber law has 14-year prison for 'slandering political leadership'. ...
01:58 PM, Jul 19, 2009

Competitors ring in, Nokia tones down profit hope

Competitors ring in, Nokia tones down profit hope Top cellphone maker cut profitability, market share forecasts. ...
10:49 PM, Jul 16, 2009

Europe plugs in, to get universal cellphone charger

Europe plugs in, to get universal cellphone charger Manufacturers agree to find solution to one of modern life's irritants. ...
12:04 AM, Jun 30, 2009

A phone is born: iPhone challenger Palm Pre

A phone is born: iPhone challenger Palm Pre Smartphone seen as Palm Inc's best chance to claw back market share. ...
12:27 PM, Jun 07, 2009
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