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If exploited, the vulnerability in Qualcomm mobile station modem (MSM) would have allowed an attacker to use Android OS itself as an entry point to inject malicious and invisible code into phones, granting them access to SMS messages and audio of phone conversations, according to Check Point Research. Vulnerability also could have potentially allowed an attacker to unlock a mobile device's SIM, according to the cyber security company.

MediaTek leveraging TSMC and its affordable 5G portfolio is well-positioned to almost double its market share in the 5G smartphone SoC/AP segment, according to Counterpoint Research.

The global 5G smartphone shipments soared a massive 458 per cent (YoY) from 24 million units in Q1 2020 to a record 133.9 million in Q1 this year, as rapid adoption of the technology in China is powering demand for 5G smartphones.

Keeping the promise of delivering devices for the millennials who love fast-paced life, home-grown smartphone maker Micromax has brought a couple of exciting devices in recent days, and IN 1 offers best-in-class technology and great features for an affordable price.

The iQOO 7 is priced at Rs 31,990 (8GB+128GB), Rs 33,990 (8GB+256GB) and Rs 35,990 (12GB+256GB) variant in two colours — Storm Black and Solid Ice Blue — while iQOO 7 Legend is priced at Rs 39,990 (8GB+128 GB) and Rs 43,990 (12GB+256GB). All the variants will be available to pre-order starting May 1 on amazon.in and iQOO.com, the company said in a statement.

With this launch, itel reinstates its commitment towards providing segment-first smartphones with best-in-class design, display, camera capabilities and overall smartphone experience at a highly affordable quotient.