Author: Neel Achary

OPPO Announced Apex Guard, Reaffirming its Commitment to Next-Level Quality

India, Nov 17:— OPPO today introduced Apex Guard, a full technology suite designed to safeguard the user experience with unprecedented quality in hardware and software. The new concept marks OPPO’s latest step in redefining what consumers can expect from smartphones—moving beyond everyday use to cover extended product lifespans and raise industry standards to the next level.

At OPPO’s global headquarters and R&D hub at the Binhai Bay Campus, OPPO unveiled its vision for next-level quality: embedding its commitment to quality into every step of the product development process, from early-stage research to full-device validation.

“Quality is the foundation of everything,” said Grus Shan, Director of Manufacturing at OPPO. “Through continuous breakthroughs in quality, OPPO is committed to protecting the freedom of every user on their journey in life. Quality isn’t just a feature, it’s the freedom to Make Your Moment.”

Raising Quality to New Heights with Apex Guard

Rooted in OPPO’s commitment to addressing genuine user needs with comprehensive solutions, Apex Guard is a technology suite that extends across all product lines, designed to elevate quality across three key dimensions:

Next-level quality beyond everyday use:

With fundamental breakthroughs in design, Apex Guard not only protects against unexpected situations like water exposure or accidental drops, but also ensures a seamless and effortless experience beyond everyday use. Through pioneering research in materials and product design, OPPO has developed materials like Ultra-High-Strength Steel and AM04 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy that withstand daily wear and tear and also introduced structural solutions like Armour Shield that deliver protection far beyond everyday expectations.

Next-level quality beyond product lifespan:

Apex Guard ensures next-level quality for a worry-free experience that truly stands the test of time. Through innovations like OPPO Silicon-Carbon Battery with customized spherical silicon-carbon material, which delivers long-lasting safety while extending the lifespan of the battery cell by an additional 400 cycles, Apex Guard enables OPPO devices to continue to perform like new for even longer.

Next-level quality beyond existing standards:

To ensure exceptional quality from the outset, OPPO collaborates with renowned international testing organizations including TÜV Rheinland, TÜV SÜD, and SGS, and holds its devices to standards far above the rest of the industry. OPPO devices undergo highly precise manufacturing processes across every detail and are subject to the most rigorous testing procedures. This includes multiple rounds of quality assessments for new materials and over 180 device tests from pre-R&D to the end of the product lifecycle. Beyond products, OPPO after-sales services also surpass industry standards, providing additional quality assurance throughout.

Rethinking Quality with Next-Level Software Smoothness

Recognizing that the smoothness of the user experience is one of the most direct ways in which users perceive smartphone quality, OPPO has also made software innovation an integral part of the Apex Guard suite to both enhance and extend this experience.

To ensure everyday smoothness, the All-New Luminous Rendering Engine in ColorOS 16 introduces the first Unified Animation Architecture for Android, delivering seamless app launches and smooth transitions across the entire system. For more demanding scenarios, Chip-Level Dynamic Frame Sync Technology within the All-New Trinity Engine helps the system respond in real-time to frame rendering when multitasking. Sensor-Offload technology meanwhile, leverages the powerful SoC to handle critical sensor tasks, significantly lowering total power consumption when recording 4K 60fps videos.

To further guarantee long-term performance, OPPO has introduced Instant Refresh into ColorOS 16 for entry-level devices, allowing users to reduce data fragmentation and optimize app permissions with just one tap. OPPO also conducts rigorous aging tests on devices by simulating long-term phone use over 48-, 60-, or 72-month periods, to ensure each device remains smooth and responsive after years of use.

As part of its focus on smoothness, OPPO has developed evaluation systems that quantify smoothness with measurable data. The OPPO Smoothness Baseline Test measures software performance across hundreds of real-world scenarios, while the industry-first Parallel Animation Standard 6 Zero (0 Lag, 0 Latency, 0 Flicker, 0 Crash, 0 Mislaunch, 0 Freeze) focuses on home-screen app launches and seamless transitions, setting a new benchmark for software quality across all devices, from the entry-level A Series to the flagship Find Series.

Binhai Bay Campus: The Home of OPPO Quality

As OPPO adds more facilities to Binhai Bay, the campus is set to benefit from improved scale and synergy, while access to more advanced equipment and centralized resources will allow OPPO to push its commitment to quality even further. The campus features a series of advanced laboratories—including a Materials Lab, Intelligent Terminal Testing Lab, Power Consumption Intelligent Lab, and Communication Lab—each conducting quality assessments from different perspectives to ensure dependable hardware and smooth software user experience.

Equinix Supports Groq in Launching Low-Latency AI Inference in Asia-Pacific

MUMBAI,  Nov 17: Groq, a global pioneer in AI inference, has expanded its global AI infrastructure footprint to the Asia-Pacific region through its deployment in Equinix’s International Business Exchange™ (IBX®) data center in Sydney, Australia. Following launches in the US and EMEA, the collaboration brings Groq’s fast, low-cost and scalable LPU Inference Engine closer to organizations and the public sector in India and the wider Asia-Pacific region.

Under this partnership, Groq and Equinix will establish one of the largest high-speed AI inference infrastructure sites in the country with a 4.5MW Groq facility in Sydney, offering up to 5x faster and lower cost compute power than traditional GPUs and hyperscaler clouds. Leveraging Equinix Fabric®, a software-defined interconnection service, organizations in Asia-Pacific will benefit from secure, low-latency, high-speed interconnectivity, ensuring seamless access to GroqCloud™ for production AI workloads, ensuring full control and compliance.

The demand and adoption of AI-driven solutions continue to grow in Asia-Pacific. According to IDC’s latest Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide, AI and Generative AI (GenAI) investments in the region are projected to reach US$110 billion by 2028, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.0% from 2023 to 2028.

By combining Groq’s cutting-edge AI inference technology with Equinix’s global infrastructure and vendor-neutral connectivity solutions, organizations can efficiently scale their AI workloads while maintaining cost-effectiveness and speed.

Supporting Quotes:

Cliff Obrecht, Co-Founder and COO of Canva, said;

“We’re entering a new era where technology has the potential to massively accelerate human creativity. With Australia’s growing strength in AI and compute infrastructure, we’re looking forward to continuing to empower more than 260 million people to bring their ideas to life in entirely new ways.”

Jonathan Ross, CEO and Founder of Groq, said;

“The world doesn’t have enough compute for everyone to build AI. That’s why Groq and Equinix are expanding access, starting in Australia.”

Scott Albin, General Manager, APAC, Groq, said;

 “Asia-Pacific is a key growth market for Groq, with over half of our global developers already using GroqCloud based here. Our deployment in Equinix’s Sydney data centre is our first step to bring high-performance, cost-efficient AI inference closer to the region, enabling secure, low-latency access while supporting data sovereignty and privacy. Together, we’re building the infrastructure to drive AI innovation and growth in Asia-Pacific.”

Cyrus Adaggra, President, Asia-Pacific, Equinix, said;

“Groq is a pioneer in AI inference, and we’re delighted they’re rapidly scaling their high-performance infrastructure globally through Equinix. Our unique ecosystems and wide global footprint continue to serve as a connectivity gateway to their customers and enable efficient enterprise AI workflows at scale.”

Key Highlights:

• AI performance at scale – Groq’s LPU Inference Engine, optimized by a custom-built compiler, achieves unmatched throughput and latency for inference on next-gen open-source LLMs.
• Purpose-built for AI inference – The LPU delivers instant speed, unparalleled affordability, and energy efficiency at scale. Fundamentally different from the GPU, the LPU was designed for AI inference and language.
• Equinix Fabric – Groq leverages Equinix’s on-demand, software-defined interconnection service that securely connects businesses to clouds, partners, and digital ecosystems across Equinix’s 270+ facilities across 37 countries.
• Scalable innovation – The partnership demonstrates how Equinix enables next-generation AI companies to scale globally without building their own infrastructure footprint. Groq technology can be accessed by anyone via GroqCloud, while enterprises and partners can choose between cloud or on-prem AI compute centre deployment.

TVS Electronics Launches Blaze – Laser Printer Series -A Made-in-India Product

Chennai: Nov, 17: TVS Electronics (TVSE), a leading player in offering integrated end-to-end electronic solutions to empower businesses and individuals, announced the launch of TVSE Blaze, a new range of high-performance laser printers designed, engineered, and made in India. Blaze is set to redefine workplace printing with its high speed, smart connectivity, and cost efficiency enabled by a refillable toner system, backed by a dual C-feed channel with precision rollers that prevent paper jams and deliver crisp, clean prints.

The TVSE Blaze series has been created to suit both office and home requirements. The printer ensures fast printing and is extremely cost-friendly. Blaze keeps pace with busy workplaces by printing 26–30 pages per minute, connecting easily through wireless and mobile apps, and offering all-in-one models that take care of print, scan, and copy in one compact device. Its refillable toner system helps teams cut printing costs, while the rugged build ensures it can handle up to 60,000-page monthly duty cycle without slowing down—because work shouldn’t stop for a printer.

The TVSE Blaze series includes a range of models tailored for different workplace needs.

• Blaze SN – 26NW   – 26 PPM single-function printer with Wi-Fi.
•   Blaze MN – 26NW – 26 PPM multifunction printer (Print/Scan/Copy) with Wi-Fi and network support.
•      Blaze SD – 30NW – 30 PPM single-function printer with automatic duplexing.
• Blaze MD – 30NW – 30 PPM multifunction printer with duplex and wireless connectivity.
• Blaze MD -30ANW – 30 PPM multifunction printer with ADF and duplex for high-volume tasks.

Blaze is built for the people and sectors that keep India moving forward. Whether it’s SMEs chasing growth, teachers and students in classrooms, doctors and hospitals caring for patients, lawyers preparing case files, government offices serving citizens, hotels welcoming guests, banks handling transactions, logistics teams keeping goods moving, or retailers meeting customer demands—Blaze is right there with them. By blending speed, durability, cost efficiency and smart connectivity, it becomes more than just a printer—it’s a reliable partner that helps every sector focus on what truly matters: getting the job done.

India’s office printing market is projected to grow significantly, reaching USD 2.55 billion by 2033 at a CAGR of 4.57%, driven by SMEs, educational institutions, government agencies, and growing remote work trends (Source: IMARC Group).

Mr. C. Balaji, Vice President – Chief Revenue Officer, Products & Solutions Group at TVS Electronics, added: “We have developed Blaze based on extensive feedback from customers nationwide, addressing issues like speed, cost, and service accessibility. The final product is a compact, affordable, and reliable printer built specifically for India’s unique workspace needs. TVSE Blaze enables businesses to reduce printing expenses by up to 30% annually and offers a significant ‘Made-in-India’ advantage with a vast service network covering 19,000 + pincodes across 90% districts in India.”