Tech update of the day

To mark Global SMB Day, SoftwareOne India, in partnership with Microsoft, has launched SaMBIT, a curated set of technology bundles designed to help Indian small and medium businesses adopt secure, AI-ready digital tools. The offerings combine Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID, and Copilot, with optional deployment and support services.

Munish Gupta, Managing Director, SoftwareOne, said, “SMBs are seeking secure, adaptable solutions that match their unique challenges. Technology today shapes how they operate and grow.”

Shivani Sharma, SMB Business Head, SoftwareOne, added, “SaMBIT means ‘consciousness’ in Hindi. It reflects our aim to bring clarity and guidance to SMBs as they adopt and grow with technology.”

SaMBIT includes bundles for modern collaboration, AI adoption, and frontline workforce support. The initiative is now available through SoftwareOne India and its partner network.

Pokémon GO Fest 2025 is officially rolling out in India with two days of thrilling gameplay, global sync, and offline celebrations on June 28 and 29. The spotlight event introduces the mythical Volcanion for ticket-holders and transforms five Nexus Malls into live Pokémon hubs in Delhi, Navi Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. With exclusive tasks, shiny Pokémon encounters, rotating habitats, and 26 virtual community meetups across India, this is the largest Pokémon GO event the country has ever seen. Niantic’s Sundarraman Ramalingam called it a celebration of exploration and connection, while Nexus Malls CMO Nishank Joshi said the collaboration was just the beginning of more immersive experiences ahead.

The race to VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 just hit max speed. OMEN VALORANT Challengers South Asia (OMEN VCSA) Split 3 begins today with eight top-tier teams gunning for the final Challenger Points. The stakes are huge — ₹53 lakh in prize money and just four spots for the Ascension Qualifiers. Current leaders include Revenant X Spark, Velocity Gaming, and Reckoning Esports, but upsets are in the air. Online matches run till July 3, followed by qualifiers on July 7–8 and a grand LAN showdown in Gurugram on July 12–13. With fan favorites, fierce rivalries, and a path to global fame, Split 3 is South Asia’s ultimate VALORANT battlefield.

Noise has unveiled Buds Marine, its latest true wireless earbuds packed in India’s first full-metal alloy case. Stylish yet performance-driven, these buds are made for users who like their tech bold and functional. With 32dB Active Noise Cancellation, 13mm drivers, and Quad Mic ENC, the audio experience is crisp and immersive.

Dual-device pairing and Low Latency Mode make it a smart pick for both multitaskers and gamers. The buds offer 35-hour total battery life and a 10-minute Instacharge that gives 2 hours of playtime. Marine Black and Marine Grey variants will be available starting July 1 on gonoise.com, Amazon, and Flipkart, with a launch offer of ₹1499 for pre-booked pass holders.