Category: Tech Gadgets

Key Highlights

• Ola Electric Roadster X electric scooter production starts
• Was introduced last year
• Deliveries to kickstart by the end of January 2025 or early 2025

Ola Electric’s last year business has been quite tough with numerous customer complaints and multiple summons by the Indian government ultimately leading to dropping shares. However, this year the company aims to bounce back its business and have announced the production for its first electric motorcycle, the Roadster X. When does the deliveries start and what would be the pricing of the Roadster X? Read the details below:

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Ola Roadster X Electric Motorcycle Production Begins: Delivery Timeline, Expected Price?

Ola Electric has started production of the Roadster X electric motorcycle in India. Company’s CEO Bhavish Aggarwal, via an official post on microblogging website X (perviously Twitter), revealed this development around the upcoming electric motorcycle. The image shared in the post shows the Roadster X motorcycle’s chassis, battery, and the motor pack getting assembled on the production bay.

Ola Electric will be commencing the Roadster X’s deliveries by the end of January 2025 or early 2025. The prices for Ola’s first electric motorcycle were announced last year itself which starts under Rs. 90,000 (ex showroom). There are three different trims of this electric motorcycle equipped with different battery capacities. As of now, bookings have not started for the Roadster X e-motorcycle. Considering the deliveries will begin soon we can expect announcements for the pre-reservations as well.

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Ola Electric Motorcycle Powertrain

Ola Roadster X is an entry-level electric motorcycle powered by an 11 kW motor combined with a 2.5 kWh, a 3.5 kWh, and a 4.5 kWh battery pack option. This electric motorcycle will give a maximum range of 200 km (4.5 kWh variant) and can jump to a max speed of 124 kmph. It will come with disk brake with Combi Braking System (CBS) handling braking duties. The Roadster X electric motorcycle has a 4.3-inch LCD display loaded with MoveOS 5 and supports three riding models Sports, Normal, and Eco.

• New Ather 450 scooter launching soon
• Could be updated Ather 450X variant
• Launch confirmed for January 4
• Performance and safety feature upgrades expected

Ather Energy is set to refresh its 450 e-scooter lineup right at the beginning of the new year 2025. The company has announced the launch of a new 450 e-scooter model. The expected model is the updated version of the 450X which will get performance upgrades and new range of safety features.

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New Ather 450X Model Launching Soon

Ather Enrgy’s CEO Tarun Mehta, have announced the launch of the 2025 450X e-scooter model on January 4, 2025. The teaser video has been shared at the company’s social media handles. The 450 e-scooter range has been quite popular in the Indian market and finally seems to be getting the long due upgrade.

Ather will be streaming the new 450 e-scooter model’s launch at its official YouTube handle and have already created the live video page. The upcoming 450X variant is likely to come with a slightly higher price tag compared to the current version. If we go by the reports, the new 450X model could get expensive by up to Rs. 5,000. Nevertheless, Ather will be increasing the prices for its entire e-scooter lineup starting January 2025.

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2025 Ather 450X E-Scooter: Upgrades Expected

Ather will likely confirm the list of upgrades the 2025 450X has received during the launch. However, the teaser posts shared by the CEO hints at multiple performance, feature, and safety upgrades. In one of the earlier promotional video, an Ather e-scooter was shown taking on 160cc and 125 cc ICE motorcycle and scooter respectively hinting its powerful performance delivery.

It is being anticipated that the 2025 450X variant will offer a higher top speed than the outgoing model and will also see a boost in range delivery. Advanced traction control along with a few firmware upgrades are also expected to be offered by the latest 450X e-scooter model.

Key Highlights

• Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 starts on January 17
• New EVs including electric two and four wheelers to be showcased
• Honda could bring Activa e and QC1 on stage
• Ola likely to showcase new e-scooter range
• Suziki and TVS might also reveal new e-scooter models

Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 is starting next month. From January 17, the grand annual auto show in India will commence being the centerstage for newly launched and upcoming passenger and commercial vehicles in India. Just like the last year, we are expecting some major announcements from leading brands and startups specifically in the EV segment. Let’s take a look at the list of expected electric scooters that will hit the stage at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025:

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Honda Activa e E-Scooter

Honda’s first electric scooter, the Activa e is amongst the top models that will be showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Honda Motors and Scooters India had introduced the Activa e recently in the country loaded with dual swappable battery module linked to a 6 kW PMSM electric motor. The Activa e gets three riding modes and delivers 102 km range pr charge. Th Activa e is likely to be available for pre-registrations starting next month and the developments could be made clear around the Auto Expo (Bharat Mobility Global Expo).

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Honda QC1 E-scooter

Honda’s second electric scooter model, the QC1, which also debuted recently could share the stage at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. This e-scooter’s availability is also expected to be revealed during the annual auto fair. As for its features and powertrain, the Honda QC1 electric scooter doesn’t come with swappable battery setup and rather is powered by a fixed 1.5 kWh battery pack. The QC1 offers a claimed range of 80 km on a full charge.

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Suzuki Burgman Street Electric Scooter

Suzuki might once again showcase the Burgman electric scooter at the Bharat Mobility Global 2025. The electric scooter has been due for an official launch since long in India and has been even spied getting tested multiple times. Upon its debut, the Burgman electric scooter will take on some of the popular e-scooter models in India including the TVS X, Ather’s 450 lineup, Bajaj Chetak, and others.

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TVS Jupiter Electric

TVS Motors might also expand its e-scooter fleet. The brand has introduced the iQube and the X e-scooter models in India and is now expected to introduce the Jupiter in an all electric avatar. The TVS Jupiter electric variant is likely to be showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 featuring an identical design as the ICE variant. Powertrain details could be revealed during the auto show next month.

Key Highlights

• Instagram adds new DM schedule feature
• Allows scheduling direct messages
• Feature will benefit content creators on the platform

Instagram has introduced another new feature for the users. The company has updated the Direct Messaging (DM) section with a crucial feature that will help with better messaging management. Instagram users on Android and iOS mobile app will now get an access to the DM scheduling feature. What is this new feature and how can you use it? Also, which all masses will benefit the most from this new update on Instagram? Find out below:

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Instagram Direct Scheduling Functionality: Who Benefits The Most?

Meta has been testing the message scheduling feature for Instagram and now has released its stable update. This new DM schedule feature will allow the users to set to specific time and date to send a message to their followers. Using this option, one can pre-schedule any text message or even memes and post.

This will come handy if someone is planning to schedule any message at odd hours without disturbing the recipient. This new feature is released globally and is expected to be available for all gradually. Do note, there is a cap on the timeframe for scheduling any direct message. Users can only schedule message up to 29 days before.

The DM scheduling feature while being useful for the general masses is expected to majorly benefit content creators. It will allow a better and planned interaction with the fans where in scheduling an important update will now be easier.

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How To Use Instagram DM Schedule Feature?

Step 1: Ensure your Instagram app is updated to the latest version

Step 2: Launch the app and head to the DM section

Step 3: Open the contact to whom you want to send a scheduled message

Step 4: Type the text in the message box

Step 5: Press and hold the send button

Step 6: A new calendar banner will show up. Set the time and date for the message

Step 7: Tap on the “Send On” option to schedule it for a later date.

Key Highlights

• Year end deals announced for MG electric cars and SUVs
• Comet EV gets cheaper
• Deals also available on ZS EV and Windsor EV

Year-end sales are live across entire automobile industry and this is the best occasion to bring home a new electric vehicle. JSW MG Motor India has joined the list of brands offering rocking deals on its electric four wheeler range. The company has been celebrating the success the Windsor EV in India with high sales figures and on the sidelines have made the existing models more affordable. As a part of the year-end sale, the MG Comet EV and the MG ZS EV have received price cuts and other benefits. Check all the details here:

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MG ZS EV, Comet EV Year End Discount Deals And Offers

JSW MG Motor has revealed the year-end deals for its smallest electric car, i.e., the Comet EV. Alongside, the mid-range e-SUV from the brand, i.e., the ZS EV is also made cheaper with the year-end sale deals. Starting with the Comet EV, this compact electric car has received benefits worth Rs. 75,000 during the sale. The MG Comet EV prices in India starts at Rs. 9.98 lakh (ex shwroom)

On the other hand, the MG ZS EV has received collective discounts and benefits ranging between Rs. 1.5 lakh to Rs. 2.5 lakh. The discounts and deals are applicable depending on the variant and the availability of stock. Customers interested in buying the MG Comet EV or the ZS EV can head to their nearby MG dealership to check all the offers and benefits valid on the purchase.

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MG EV Price Hike Starting January 2025

This year-end sale on the MG ZS EV and the MG Comet EV will be applicable for a limited duration. MG Motor India is also expected to increase the prices across its EV portfolio from next year. Both these models and likely the newly launched MG Windsor EV too will get a price hike starting January 2025 due to the increased input costs and market variations.

That said, the Windsor EV has not received any price cut or extra discounts and benefits during the year-end sale. Its prices remains the same with and without the battery rental plans as announced recently.

• India-bound MG Cyberster sport EV car revealed
• India debut at Bharat Global Mobility Show
• To be launched with dual electric motors
• Will be equipped with triple digital display along with waterfall console

JSW MG Motor India is all set foe another grand EV launch in India. This time the company is gearing up to add the most premium electric sports cart to its portfolio, the Cyberster EV. Speculations around Cyberster EV’s India launch has been doing rounds for a while and now the India-spec variant’s details have been revealed. The details have emerged ahead of its showcasing which is scheduled for Bharat Mobility Global show.

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India-bound MG Cyberster EV Design And Features

The India-bound MG Cyberster EV is coming along with the same sporty design language as the international model. The sweptback headlamps, multiple air vents, and sculpted bumper also attributes to the aggressive design approach. Additionally, the scissor side doors, petal-shaped alloy wheels, and fabric soft-top, arrow-shaped tail lamps completes its aesthetics.

MG Cyberster EV will also be equipped with advanced cabin features and will include a flat-bottom steering wheel with physical controls. It will feature truple screen wraparound displays and an additional display on the centre console as well to control the roof operations. This sports EV will also come equipped with waterfall-style centre console.

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MG Cyberster EV Powertrain

The MG Cyberster EV will also be a powerful sports electric car which will debut with dual electric motors offering an AWD drivetrain. The motor packs will be linked with a 77 kWh battery pack. As for the powertrain figures, the Cyberster EV will be producing a peak power of 528 bhp and a peak torque of up to 725 Nm of peak torque. The Cyberster EV will deliver 530 km range on a full battery charger and make sprint from 0-100 kmph in 3.2 seconds.

Key Highlights

• BE 6E spied in full production-ready avatar
• Spotted during testing
• Flush-fit door handles

Mahindra BE 6e is the upcoming hot shot in the compact e-SUV market which is set to break covers next week in the country. Mahindra has been teasing the new electric SUVs design and other key highlights via its social media handles. And after the official teasers, its real-life images has been snapped for the first time.

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Mahindra BE 6e Real-Life Snapshots Leak: Details Revealed

The Mahindra VE 6e has been spotted during its test run. The first-ever spy-shots of the BE 6E showcases the final production-ready model sprinting through the Indian roads wrapped in bluish camouflage covers. The Spy video shared on Reddit shows the upcoming e-SUV’s futuristic design approach including the coupe design language, C-shaped LED headlamps and connected LED lights both at the front and the rear.

The final production-ready unit of the BE 6e is also seen with flush-fitted door handles. The rear panel gets C-pillar mounter door handles similar to the Tata Punch. But what instantly grabs the attention is the overall angular design approach of the coupe-style electric SUV and the big cavity-like (centrally positioned) bonnet design.

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Mahindra BE 6e: Details Confirmed Till Now

Mahindra BE 6e’s confirmed details include the November 26, 2024 launch date. This e-SUV will be debuting alongside the XEV 9e whose first look has also been revealed via official teasers. The BE 6e is known to be underpinned by the new INGLO Skateboard platform and will be a performance-oriented e-SUV. The BE 6e will feature a dual screen layout on the dashboard and will come equipped with a new two-spoke steering wheel.

Key Highlights

• WhatsApp now supports AI
• Allows creating images and stickers using AI
• AI chat feature also available

Meta has been working extensively to make WhatsApp the most secure platform for messaging and media sharing. The extension of Meta AI to to WhatsApp has made this platform more potent allowing uses to perform serval complex tasks with just a few taps. With the launch of Meta AI, WhatsApp users can now easily generate animated images in between the chats.

The AI generated images can also be edited in WhatsApp before sharing with the contacts. Besides images, Mata AI has also brought along the capabilities to generate stickers using AI cutting down on the hassle of searching the apt stickers using packs and third-party apps.

Meta AI images on WhatsApp can be created on both Android and iOS devices. However, the AI features are compatible only with the new version of Android. But what procedures would you need to follow to create and edit images using AI on WhatsApp? The step-by-step guide is mentioned below:

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How To Create Animated AI Images In WhatsApp On Android, iOS Devices

Step 1: Launch WhatsApp application and open the Meta AI chat

Step 2: Enter the text prompt that well describes the image requirement. Don’t forget to add “imagine” before the text prompt

Step 3: Send the text prompt by hitting the enter command

Step 4: You will be shown the created image in the conversation window. If you wish to animate it, type “Animate” and hit enter

Step 5: The desired results will show up in the chat window

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How To Edit AI Images In WhatsApp On Android, iOS Devices

Step 1: To edit the images, open the chat window with the AI image

Step 2: Press and hold on the image

Step 3: Click on the Reply option

Step 4: Type in the text prompt describing the edits required

Step 5: Now, hit enter. You will be shown the image with the edits.