Gold touches new heights in domestic, global market

What to expect from Apple and Samsung flagship phones in 2024?

KARACHI: The cost of gold has experienced a significant increase as 24-karat gold per tola in the domestic market by Rs 2,200 reaching a new high at Rs 222,280.

Similarly, for a quantity of 10 grams of gold per tola, the price has seen an uptick of Rs 1,886 standing at Rs 191,015.

On the global stage, the rates for gold per ounce have witnessed a $20 increase, bringing the new figure to $2,105.

The surge in gold prices on both the international and domestic fronts is impacting markets and drawing attention to the dynamic nature of precious metal values.

The price of gold per ounce has surged past the $2,100 mark globally.

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In a technological landscape ever-evolving, the anticipation surrounding the integration of generative AI in smartphones is reaching fever pitch.

As we bid farewell to 2023, glimpses of this transformative technology have already surfaced through the Pixel 8 family and cutting-edge mobile chips from industry giants Qualcomm and MediaTek.

Generative AI, a buzzword that skyrocketed to mainstream prominence in the preceding year, is set to face its litmus test in 2024.

The stage is set for tech companies, captivated by the success of innovations like ChatGPT, to incorporate this artificial intelligence variant into their products, promising conversational capabilities derived from extensive training data.

Amidst the fervour for AI advancements, major players such as Apple, Samsung, and Google are expected to continue refining their smartphones, not only by enhancing AI capabilities but also by improving camera systems and processors.

Apple iPhone 16

Apple, known for its annual iPhone releases in September, is poised to maintain its innovation streak in 2024. Analysts speculate upgrades across the entire iPhone 16 range, with particular attention to enhanced microphones designed to elevate Siri’s performance.

Bloomberg hints at a broader integration of AI features in iPhones, with the Pro models rumoured to feature the A18 Pro Bionic chip.

Notably, a tetraprism telephoto lens in the iPhone 16 Pro promises an extended 5x telephoto zoom, offering an exciting leap in photographic capabilities.

The focal point of excitement lies in Apple’s commitment to exploring the potential of AI in smartphones.

The rumoured improvements in Siri suggest a deeper integration of artificial intelligence, moving beyond mundane tasks to redefine the user experience.

Samsung Galaxy S24

Samsung, a stalwart in the smartphone industry, is gearing up to unveil its Galaxy S24 series, expected to make its debut in January.

The Korean tech giant’s announcement of Galaxy AI, described as a “mobile AI experience,” has piqued curiosity.

As leaks suggest a potential shift to a flat screen on the Galaxy S24 Ultra, the real anticipation lies in the innovative software features promised by Galaxy AI.

Set to launch on Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, capable of processing AI tasks locally, Samsung’s smartphones may usher in a new era of AI-driven experiences.

The prospect of Samsung rivaling Google’s Pixel devices with the introduction of Galaxy AI adds an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming release.

As we stand on the precipice of 2024, the integration of generative AI and the ongoing advancements in camera technology and processors ensure a year of unprecedented innovation in the realm of smartphones.

The next chapter in the tech evolution promises not only enhanced hardware but a redefined user experience shaped by the power of artificial intelligence.