Tech Wrap: Surface Laptop 4 launches, Apple launches Surface Laptop 4

It was an interesting day in the world of technology today. On one hand, Amazon announced the Grand Gaming Days sale. On the other hand, Netflix announced redesigned profile for kids.

Here's what happened in tech today:

Amazon announces Grand Gaming Days sale

Amazon India today announced the ‘Grand Gaming Days’ on its platform. The sale will be live on Amazon’s e-retail platform until April 14. During the course of this sale, the company is offering up to 50% off on the purchase of gaming laptops, gaming consoles and accessories, graphics cards and monitors among others.

Spotify introduces Car Thing accessory

Spotify entered into the hardware segment by launching a smart player called ‘Car Thing’. It is an infotainment system that brings Android Auto and Apple CarPlay features to users. It also enables them to control it using their voice, touch and a built-in dial.

Apple announces April 20 event

Apple has finally announced its virtual event on April 20. The firm has mailed invitations to the media and has posted the invite on its event page with the title “Spring Loaded”. The invite was made official shortly after it was found out that asking Siri about the next event revealed the same date.

Microsoft launches Surface Laptop 4

Microsoft today announced its Surface Laptop 4. The device comes in two screen sizes - 13.5-inch and 15-inch and are further diversified based on Intel and AMD chipsets. The prices start at $999.99 (Rs. 75,270 approx.) for the AMD model and $1,299.99 (Rs. 97,855 approx.) for the Intel version.

Netflix is launching redesigned profile for kids

Netflix is launching a new refreshed profile for kids on the platform, one that’s more personalised and discovery-focused than what currently exists. With the new redesign, the kids' profiles will now show users’ favourite titles and characters as soon as they open the platform.