OPPO India has announced a major expansion of its service network across the country. The company is rolling out its Service Center 3.0 Pro to over 150 locations in India, going beyond its earlier plan of 110 centers. OPPO aims to launch more than 50 new service centers by June 2026 as part of this growth.

As smartphones continue to play a major role in everyday activities, the importance of strong after-sales support has increased. OPPO India is working to improve its service quality while making support easier to access for users across India. The brand is clearly focusing on delivering a smoother and more reliable customer experience.

To improve the service experience, the Service Center 3.0 Pro model brings several user-friendly features. OPPO India includes digital check-ins, real-time updates, and clear communication throughout the visit. Customers can see the repair process directly, making it more transparent. The centers also offer a cleaner layout, product display zones, and relaxing waiting spaces.

OPPO is strengthening its service quality by training staff and offering multilingual support, making interactions smoother for users. Customers are often attended to within minutes of arrival. As per Counterpoint Research, the brand is among the top performers in repair transparency, which builds greater trust among users.

Furthermore, the company provides assistance in 19 languages, making it easy for users across regions to interact without difficulty. Additionally, the company provides free pick-up and drop-off services for any repairs. This adds another layer of convenience for customers, especially if they are unable to reach the service center.

The company provides service for most repairs within a day, so customers do not have to wait long to start using their devices. This expansion by OPPO reinforces its dominance by ensuring customers receive reliable, convenient service.

• Systemd now includes a user date-of-birth field for age verification purposes
• Garuda Linux refuses to enforce age checks, citing no legal obligation
• TBOTE Project claims Meta contributes significant funding to push age laws

Recent changes within the Linux ecosystem suggest that age verification could move closer to the operating system level.

An update to systemd introduces a new field for storing a user’s date of birth, designed to support compliance with laws in regions including California, Colorado, and Brazil.

The Meadow slips into a pocket without a second thought. Measuring just 1.3 by 2 by 0.4 inches and weighing four ounces, it feels closer to a good luck charm than a conventional smartphone. The recycled polycarbonate shell has a smooth, understated feel that should hold up well to everyday use, and the three inch square display sits centered in that compact body, clear enough for a quick glance but small enough that lingering on it for too long simply isn’t that appealing. That last part is rather the point.

Setup takes under five minutes and works with your existing phone number, no new SIM required. Calls go to your main phone first, and if that is unavailable Meadow picks up automatically. Messaging works on a similar principle, with one deliberate restriction: only 12 contacts you have approved can reach you by text. Anything from outside that list simply does not come through, which cuts spam and unwanted pings entirely. Leave your main phone behind and an auto-reply lets people know you are unreachable for the time being.

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The app selection is deliberately minimal but covers what most people actually need day to day. You get calls, messaging, a camera, a clock, maps, notes, and weather. Spotify and Apple Music handle music streaming, with local playback and a dedicated app available for podcasts and audiobooks. Strava covers fitness tracking and Uber handles rides. That is the full list, and there is no app store to tempt you into adding more. For anyone who has grown tired of their attention being pulled in a dozen directions at once, that simplicity feels less like a limitation and more like a breath of fresh air.

The hardware is more than capable of handling the lean app selection without any lag, with 6GB of memory and 128GB of storage on board. A single 13 megapixel rear camera is there when you need it, and the absence of a front facing lens is a deliberate trade-off rather than an oversight. Battery life stretches to a day or two of mixed use depending on how you are using it, and USB-C fast charging keeps top-ups quick. Bluetooth handles headphones and speakers without issue, though there is no headphone jack. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and 4G are all supported, with connectivity managed through a monthly service that costs $10 after the first nine months of free service included with purchase.

Pre-orders are open now at $399, with the price rising to $449 once stock arrives. US customers can expect delivery around June 2026, with each unit coming bundled with a beach pouch, an activity case, and a charging cable.
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Riders in one European capital will soon be able to summon a self-driving car and pay for it using a familiar app. Uber is collaborating with Pony.ai, a Chinese autonomous car technology startup, and Verne, a Croatian company familiar with the local scene. On March 26, 2026, the three firms revealed their plans, and they’ve decided to kick things off in Zagreb.

You can already witness test vehicles driving around Zagreb as part of the real-world testing procedure. They’re all powered by Pony.ai’s latest autonomous system, Gen-7 technology, which provides them with more than enough intelligence to navigate from A to B without the need for a human driver. They are all Arcfox Alpha T5s, and after the final checks are completed, fare collection will be only a few weeks or months away.

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It all works relatively simply: Pony.ai provides the self-driving technology and software that allows the cars to traverse routes on their own. Given their local experience and presence in Zagreb, Verne owns the cars and manages the day-to-day operations, while Uber integrates the rides into their worldwide network, allowing anybody with the app to order one alongside a regular ride or bike, all from the same app.

Pony.ai has already launched commercial robotaxis in a number of Chinese cities, and the data show that they are covering costs and turning a profit. That track record gives the partners great confidence that they can replicate this success in Europe as well. Verne understands the local roads and rules, as well as client expectations across Europe. Together, they want to avoid the lengthy delays that have hindered other autonomous initiatives throughout the continent.

Next, the partners discuss expanding their fleet to thousands of vehicles and several cities in the coming years. For the time being, Zagreb serves as a proving ground. Success there will be the key to expanding into other European markets, and even beyond. Meanwhile, Verne is working with regulators to ensure that their safety standards remain similar no matter where the service ends up.

Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber’s CEO, says the goal is to make autonomous rides more accessible by combining great technology with a thorough grasp of the local market. James Peng who founded Pony.ai pointed to the same idea noting that proven systems work best when paired with operators who understand each market. Marko Pejkovic who leads Verne put it simply that Europe has waited long enough for real autonomous service instead of endless tests.
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The first day of the BGIS final has just curtailed. Today, we saw some amazing battle action not just from the top teams but from almost everyone. Still, we had winners and also losers. The biggest winner of today was Soul, which topped the rankings, followed closely by Godlike and VS. At the bottom was Nebula, who had a horrible run of matches. Here’s what the standings look like after day one of BGIS Grand Finals.

BGIS 2026 Grand Finals Standings After Day 1

Day 2 awaits us tomorrow, and it’s historically a day of comebacks in BGMI. We hope to see similar top-tier action. If you missed today’s games, check out our highlights of day 1.

The DJI Mini 3, priced at $299 (was $419), is the type of drone that keeps people coming back for more, and the reasons why are undeniable. With a weight of just under 249 grams, it falls under the FAA registration radar in the United States, allowing you to pull it from your backpack and fly in no time, with no paperwork or licensing to come in the way. That kind of spontaneity transforms a last-minute trip to the park into a legitimate aerial photography opportunity.

Its camera is a true show stopper, especially for an entry-level drone. It has a 1.3-inch sensor that captures 4K footage at 30 frames per second and has enough range to handle both brilliant sky and dark shadows in the same shot – all while maintaining a three-axis gimbal that keeps everything smooth and stable whether you’re banking, ascending, or making fast bends. With just one swipe to switch to vertical mode on your phone, you’re ready to go without having to fool around with cropping.

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The battery life is quite impressive for a drone this small. Standard packs will last 38 minutes in calm conditions, but in the actual world, you’ll get about 25-30 minutes, which is no small feat. Even when the wind comes up, the Mini 3 can withstand gusts of up to 24 mph, which is a huge advantage when you have smaller drones that are prone to getting blown off course. If you lose signal or sight of it, the Mini 3’s built-in hover hold and return to home functions will safely return it to you.

Getting off the ground is easy. Simply switch it on, connect your phone or tablet to the controller, and it will be linked within seconds. The software walks you through the basics in a matter of minutes, and then you can experiment with the automated flight modes; circles, spirals, and all that jazz are just one tap away, making it an excellent choice for beginners who are still learning the controls. The capacity to simply replace parts when necessary alleviates the burden of long-term ownership.

Over the last 5 years, the number of S Pass and EP holders grew by just 400

In debates over foreign labour in Singapore, one claim often surfaces: that foreign professionals are stealing well‑paid, high-skilled jobs from Singaporeans.

But data from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) figures paint a more nuanced picture that challenges the assumptions behind this narrative. According to provided stats, the number of foreign professionals barely budged between 2020 and mid-2025, and the best-paying sectors are still overwhelmingly held by locals.

Here’s what the numbers actually show.

There are at least 4 locals for every foreign professional

Among Singapore’s foreign workforce, not all passes are created equal.

The ones Singaporeans are particularly worried about are Employment Pass (EP) holders—high-earning professionals cleared to work here based on salary and qualifications—and S Pass holders, the mid-skilled technical workers one rung below.

Together, they’re the foreign hires competing directly with locals for PMET (Professionals, Managers, Executives, and Technicians) jobs, or positions that typically offer higher wages and career progression.

According to online outrage, you might expect this group to have grown significantly over the years, but surprisingly, MOM’s latest Local Employment Outcomes report, released last month, shows otherwise.

From 2020 to 2025, the total number of S Pass and EP holders increased by only 400. That’s not a typo.

From 378,500 in 2020, the total number of these pass holders had actually dipped to 331,200 in 2021, rose slightly to 338,000 in 2022, and then gradually climbed to 378,900 in 2025.

At the same time, the resident workforce, comprising Singapore citizens and Permanent Residents, is gaining ground. The proportion of PMETs (Professionals, Managers, Executives, and Technicians) among employed residents rose from 1.3 million in 2020 to 1.5 million in 2025.

This growth outpaced the combined increase in EP and S Pass holders, showing that locals are not being crowded out. They are, instead, expanding their presence in high-skill roles.

Moreover, there are at least four times more local PMETs employed than foreign S Pass and EP holders in comparable roles—a clear sign that Singaporeans still dominate professional and managerial positions across industries.

The best-paying sectors remain primarily held by locals…

Industry-level data reinforces this picture.

According to MOM’s Job Vacancy report released last year, across all major industries, there is no sector where foreign workers make up more than 25% of PMET roles.

The best-paying sectors still remain dominated by locals. In finance, foreign pass holders account for less than 15% of PMET roles, while Health & Social Services, which includes doctors and specialised healthcare technicians, shows a similar proportion.

Only three sectors—Food & Beverage Services, Construction, and Administrative Services—have the highest foreign employment shares, with foreigners accounting for 40–50% of PMET roles.

These are also the sectors that Singaporeans are typically the least interested in, even at managerial levels, and they offer the fewest quality job openings.

… and it will stay that way

The data makes it very clear: while foreigners do fill some PMET roles, locals remain firmly in control of Singapore’s high-paying, high-skilled jobs.

It is worth noting, though, that the data does not distinguish between Singapore citizens and Permanent Residents, which means some of these roles may be held by foreigners.

However, this distinction does little to change the broader picture. SCs and PRs are both part of the resident workforce, with similar access to opportunities and responsibilities, making them a meaningful measure of local participation.

Resident Singaporeans may only strengthen their hold on high-paying, high-skilled roles in the years ahead.

In Budget 2026, the Government announced further tightening of the foreign workforce criteria, including raising the minimum qualifying salary for Employment Pass holders to S$6,000 (and S$6,600 in finance), and increasing S Pass thresholds as well, to S$3,600 (and S$4,000 in finance).

These changes are not just technical adjustments. They are part of a broader strategy to ensure that foreign hires remain high-quality and complementary, rather than substitutes for local workers. As Prime Minister Lawrence Wong put it, Singapore will remain open to global talent, while ensuring that Singaporeans “remain firmly at the centre of our workforce and our policies.”

In other words, the data already shows that locals dominate the country’s most desirable jobs—and policy is moving in a direction that will prioritise them even further.

• Read other articles we’ve written on Singapore’s current affairs here.

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