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Russia claims to have developed first covid vaccine,But Stage 3 of human trial still not over.

The vaccine developed by Russia is likely to get into production immediately. Apart from the facility at the Gamaleya Institute itself, the vaccine is supposed to be manufactured by Sistema, a big Russian business house.

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The vaccine developed by Russia is likely to get into production immediately. Apart from the facility at the Gamaleya Institute itself, the vaccine is supposed to be manufactured by Sistema, a big Russian business house. In a statement on Tuesday, Sistema said the first batches of the vaccine were ready, and would be shortly shipped to Russian provinces to be administered first to doctors and healthcare workers who are at high risk of infection.

However, the Sistema facility has the capacity to produce only 1.5 million doses of a vaccine in a year, a woefully inadequate quantity considering that the immediate global demand is of billions of doses. As a result, Russia’s capability to service the demand in other countries looks severely limited, as of now. Russia has, however, said it had entered into international agreements to produce 500 million doses of the vaccine annually. It has also said that it had received requests for 1 billion doses of the vaccine from foreign countries.

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But even if the manufacturing issue is taken care of, there is regulatory hurdle to be crossed in the deployment of the Russian vaccine in countries like India. There are two ways in which this vaccine can be approved for use in India. The Indian regulatory system requires at least late phase human trials to be conducted on local population before any vaccine, or drug, developed in other countries, is approved for use in India. That is because a vaccine generally elicits different immune responses from different population groups. That would mean that the Russian developers, or their partners in India, would have to carry out phase-2 and phase-3 trials on the vaccine on Indian volunteers. This is the process that was recently followed in the case of the vaccine being developed by Oxford University and AstraZeneca.

Even in the current fast-paced environment, phase-2 and phase-3 trials of the Russian vaccine in India would take at least two to three months. That is, after someone moves an application before the drug regulator asking for permission to conduct the trials. So far, no such application has been moved.

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But considering the current urgent situation, the Russian vaccine can also get an emergency authorization from India’s drug regulator. That would allow the vaccine to be used without the late phase trials. The drug regulator can say that it is satisfied with the results of the human trials conducted in Russia, and considering the gravity of the prevailing situation, it can grant emergency approval to the vaccine, without the need for human trials in India. Recently, the drug Remdesivir was granted such emergency approval, to be administered to novel Coronavirus patients.

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Oppo F29 Pro 5G to feature 80W fast charging & 50MP camera, launching soon in India

Oppo is set to launch its F29 5G series in India on March 20, featuring advanced water resistance, MediaTek & Snapdragon chipsets, and a powerful battery.

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Oppo is set to launch its latest F29 5G series in India on March 20, featuring the Oppo F29 5G and Oppo F29 Pro 5G. The upcoming smartphones are expected to offer impressive durability with IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance.

Oppo F29 Pro 5G: Expected specifications

The Oppo F29 Pro 5G is likely to feature a 6.7-inch Full HD+ quad-curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it could be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, which is also seen in the Oppo Reno 12 Pro and Vivo T4x.

For optics, the F29 Pro 5G is expected to sport a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, accompanied by a 2MP secondary sensor. On the front, the smartphone may house a 16MP camera for selfies and video calls.

The device is likely to pack a 6,000mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging support. It is expected to be available in three storage variants: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage

Oppo F29 5G: Expected specifications

The Oppo F29 5G is also expected to feature a 6.7-inch Full HD+ display. However, it may be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC, offering a different performance profile compared to the Pro variant.

The camera setup is anticipated to be similar to the F29 Pro, with a 50MP primary sensor (without OIS) and a 2MP monochrome sensor. The front camera is expected to be the same 16MP shooter.

One notable difference is the battery capacity – the Oppo F29 5G could house a 6,500mAh battery with 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging. It is expected to come in two storage variants: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage

Expected price in India

As per leaks, the pricing of the Oppo F29 5G series is expected to be:

Oppo F29 Pro 5G – Under ₹30,000

Oppo F29 5G – Under ₹25,000

With its focus on durability and performance, the Oppo F29 series is expected to compete with other mid-range smartphones in the Indian market.

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Apple launches Surveyor app for improved mapping accuracy

Premise is a third-party platform that rewards users for participating in various activities, including surveys and reporting local information like construction updates, or taking photographs of specific locations.

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Apple has launched a new app named ‘Surveyor’, aimed at collecting real-world mapping data to improve the precision and richness of Apple Maps. The app is reported to gather crucial information such as street signs, traffic signals, and other roadside elements to ensure that Apple Maps stays current and accurate.

Unlike Apple’s typical consumer applications, Surveyor is not available to the public. It seems to be developed specifically for partner companies involved in mapping projects. When users download the app, they are prompted to “Open Partner App,” which takes them to a separate application called Premise.

Premise is a third-party platform that rewards users for participating in various activities, including surveys and reporting local information like construction updates, or taking photographs of specific locations.

App strings discovered in Surveyor indicate that when users receive a mapping task through Premise, they will be instructed to mount their iPhone, switch it to landscape mode, and take photos along a designated driving route. This functionality suggests a systematic approach to gathering data on road infrastructure, which is subsequently sent to Apple to aid in accurately positioning elements on the map.

This strategy illustrates Apple’s intent to utilize crowdsourced data collection as a means to refine its mapping services and keep vital map details updated. Although Premise is not officially recognized as an Apple Maps partner, the connection between the two apps signifies a collaborative effort to maintain ongoing updates to Apple Maps.

Through this initiative, Apple appears to be adopting community-driven data collection methods that could enhance its mapping ecosystem, competing with similar approaches employed by Google Maps and Waze. As Apple works to improve Apple Maps, the Surveyor app could embody a wider movement towards AI-enhanced, real-time mapping upgrades, ensuring that users benefit from more precise and detailed navigation capabilities. This effort aligns with Apple’s broader ambitions in the mapping domain and highlights an innovative direction for future enhancements.

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Xiaomi to replace GetApps with Indus Appstore in India, new phones to feature it pre-installed

This collaboration signifies both companies’ strong dedication to nurturing a dynamic and inclusive digital ecosystem in India.

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On March 13, Xiaomi, the Chinese smartphone giant, announced an essential partnership with PhonePe’s Indus Appstore, marking a significant shift in its app ecosystem in India. This multi-year collaboration intends to replace Xiaomi’s existing GetApps store with the Indus Appstore on all upcoming Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones, thus providing a more localized experience for Indian users.

One of the standout features of the new Indus Appstore is its extensive language support, allowing users to explore apps in 12 Indian languages. This initiative aims to cater to the linguistic diversity of the nation and ensures that more users can comfortably navigate the app store. Additionally, the platform employs an innovative video-led app discovery system, enabling users to preview applications visually before deciding to download them. This visual approach enhances user engagement and facilitates informed choices.

Voice command functionality is another significant upgrade, as the Indus Appstore allows searches in 10 Indian languages. This feature aims to make app discovery even more intuitive and accessible for users who prefer voice interaction. The app store claims to host an impressive collection of over 500,000 mobile applications and games spanning 45 categories, enhancing the variety available to users.

Priya M Narasimhan, Chief Business Officer of Indus Appstore, expressed that this partnership is a vital step toward creating a dedicated app marketplace that serves the unique needs of Indian mobile users and developers. “By integrating Xiaomi’s expansive reach with our localized app discovery platform, we are paving the way for a culturally relevant and seamless user experience,” Narasimhan noted.

Xiaomi India’s Chief Operating Officer, Sudhin Mathur, emphasized the growing demand for a locally-driven app platform as India’s digital landscape evolves. He affirmed Xiaomi’s commitment to “Make for India” initiatives and highlighted that the integration of the Indus Appstore will enhance both user experiences and provide Indian developers a broader audience. This collaboration signifies both companies’ strong dedication to nurturing a dynamic and inclusive digital ecosystem in India.

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