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{{Short description|Indian technology magazine}}
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{{Infobox magazine
{{Infobox magazine
| title         = Digit
| title = Digit
| image_file     = Digit.jpg
| image_file = Digit (October 2009 issue - front cover).jpg
| image_size    = 175px
| image_caption = October 2009 issue
| image_caption = ''October 2009 issue''
| previous_editor = Robert Sovereign-Smith
| editor        = Robert Sovereign-Smith
| editor = Jayesh Shinde
| frequency     = Monthly
| editor_title = Executive Editor
| circulation   = 230,000
| frequency = Monthly
| category       = [[:Category:science and technology magazines published in India|Technology]]
| circulation = 230,000
| company       = 9.9 Media
| category = [[:Category:science and technology magazines published in India|Technology]]
| based       = Mumbai, Delhi
| company = Bennett, Coleman & Company Limited (BCCL)
| publisher     = 9.9 Media
| based = Mumbai, Delhi
| firstdate     = June 2001
| publisher = Times Network; BCCL
| country       = [[India]]
| firstdate = June 2001 ({{Age in years, months, weeks and days |month1 = 6 |day1 = 1 |year1 = 2001 }} ago)
| language       = [[English language|English]]
| country = [[India]]
| website       = {{URL|www.digit.in}}
| language = [[English language|English]]
| website = {{URL|www.digit.in}}
}}
}}


'''''Digit''''' is an Indian technology media publisher magazine and a website owned by 9.9 Media. According to the last Indian Readership Survey results that mentioned it<ref name="businesswireindia.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.businesswireindia.com/news/news-details/digit-indias-new-english-monthlies-growth-leader/27383|title=9.9 Mediaworx Pvt. Ltd., Growth Leader, thinkdigit.com, Alexa|work=businesswireindia.com|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref> (IRS 2011 Q1) it has a readership of about 230,000.<ref>[http://www.digit.in/about-us/ Digit: About Us]</ref><ref name="businesswireindia.com"/> The IRS surveys have always shown Digit to be the most read technology magazine in India,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.financialexpress.com/news/digit-is-the-no.-1-technology-magazine-in-india-as-per-irs/352058/|title=DIGIT is the No. 1 technology magazine in India as per IRS|author=Businesswire India|work=The Financial Express|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref> higher than even the combined readership of its peers. It is circulated in India officially, but also reaches Nepal, Sri Lanka, Oman, Dubai and some other countries through unofficial channels. It was started in 2001 by Jasubhai Digital Media Pvt. Ltd, a company that was later acquired by 9.9 Media in 2007.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemint.com/2007/12/18000046/99-Mediaworx-buys-Jasubhai-Di.html|title=9.9 Mediaworx buys Jasubhai Digital Media|work=livemint.com|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref>
'''''Digit''''' is an Indian technology media publisher (magazine and website) owned by the Bennett, Coleman & Company Limited (BCCL),<ref>{{Cite web |title=About Digit |date=September 2024 |url=https://www.digit.in/about-us/#disclaimer |access-date=26 September 2024}}</ref> under Times Network<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-05-27 |title=Times Network Acquires Digit.in; Boosts Presence in Tech and Gaming Communities |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/india/times-network-acquires-digit-in-boosts-presence-in-tech-and-gaming-communities-article-110456946 |access-date=2024-10-17 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref> Digit provides technology articles in eight different Indian regional languages: [[English language|English]], [[Hindi]], [[Bengali_language|Bangla]], [[Kannada]], [[Malayalam]], [[Marathi_language|Marathi]], [[Tamil_language|Tamil]], and [[Telugu_language|Telugu]].


Each issue of Digit includes a magazine, one or two dual-layer DVDs called ''alpha'' and ''omega'', a mini-book called '''[[Fast Track (magazine)|Fast Track]]''',''' '''a gaming supplement called [[SKOAR!]] and a poster. Fast Track is an in-depth reference guide on any given sub-topic of information technology, such as [[web publishing]] and [[open source software]], or a product, such as [[Photoshop]]. The Fast Track series are aimed as an introductory guides to a topic.
== Digit Magazine ==
Digit Magazine is a monthly Indian technology magazine, originally launched in June 2001 by Jasubhai Digital Media.<ref>{{Cite web |title=JasuBhai Digital Media Pvt Ltd in Mumbai - Grotal.com |url=https://www.grotal.com/Mumbai/JasuBhai-Digital-Media-Pvt-Ltd-C45/ |access-date=2022-12-07 |website=www.grotal.com |language=en}}</ref>


There are three special issues every year: Anniversary Special (June), Diwali Shopping Special (October) and Collector's Edition (December). Each of these issues hosts additional content, contests and digital media besides the regular contents of the magazine package.
In December 2007, 9.9 Mediaworx acquired Jasubhai Digital Media,<ref>https://www.livemint.com/Consumer/OWb1Nio1oH4POV9jDW9fBM/99-Mediaworx-buys-Jasubhai-Digital-Media.html</ref> including Digit Magazine and its gaming supplement, [[SKOAR!]] and all the other properties associated with the brand.  


''Digit'' has recently launched '''Digit TV'''. One of the DVDs in the October 2009 issue of ''Digit'' was dedicated to Digit TV, and it featured a Video Buying Guide.<ref>{{cite av media|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8-3UcL64B0|title=Digit Video Buying Guide Teaser|date=30 September 2009|work=YouTube|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref> Digit TV has since been shifted to Digit's YouTube Channel <ref>{{cite av media|url=https://www.youtube.com/digit|title=Digit|work=YouTube|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref>
In 2008, the [[Indian Readership Survey]] (IRS) voted Digit as the most popular technology magazine in India.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.financialexpress.com/news/digit-is-the-no.-1-technology-magazine-in-india-as-per-irs/352058/|title=DIGIT is the No. 1 technology magazine in India as per IRS|author=Businesswire India|work=The Financial Express|date=22 August 2008|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref>  


In 2013, ''Digit'' introduced a supplement to the magazine named ''DGT''. It focuses on lifestyle technology rather than mainstream technology. This has now been moved into the main Digit magazine as a section and replaced with a [[SKOAR!]] supplement.
In 2011, Digit was estimated to have a monthly readership of about 230,000 people.<ref>[http://www.digit.in/about-us/ Digit: About Us]</ref><ref name="businesswireindia.com">{{cite web |title=9.9 Mediaworx Pvt. Ltd., Growth Leader, thinkdigit.com, Alexa |url=http://www.businesswireindia.com/news/news-details/digit-indias-new-english-monthlies-growth-leader/27383 |accessdate=19 June 2015 |work=businesswireindia.com}}</ref>


On May 30, 2014, Digit's website www.thinkdigit.com got a new address - www.digit.in. On the occasion of the magazine's 13th anniversary, Digit sported a brand new avatar and boasted of responsive design for its website with some added features in the form of ''"Digit Rewards".''
In May, 2024, Times Network, under Bennett, Coleman & Company Limited (BCCL), went on to acquire Digit, including its website, magazine, and all related properties from the 9.9 Group.<ref>https://www.timesnownews.com/india/times-network-acquires-digit-in-boosts-presence-in-tech-and-gaming-communities-article-110456946</ref>
 
==The Digit Community==
 
''Digit'' magazine is complemented by the website www.digit.in,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.digit.in|title=Digit: Technology Advice, Product Reviews, Latest News, Free Downloads|work=Digit|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref> where the latest technology news, reviews and features are published and discussed by the community. Although by 2021, the website is much more popular than the magazine, and is amongst the most viewed technology websites in India.
 
''Digit'' organizes technology events to reach technology enthusiasts, channel members and technology decision makers. The events can be in the form of consumer expositions, conferences, roadshows and channel events.
 
''Digit'' used to conduct webinars occasionally on technology topics such as careers in technology, how to choose your PC components, and interviews with industry leaders.
 
==''Digit Squad''==
"Digit Squad" is an exclusive group of premier technology enthusiasts in India, who discuss technology related topics.


==''Digit'' awards==
==''Digit'' awards==
Every year, ''Digit'' gives out awards to best technology brands and products in India.
Each year, ''Digit'' presents awards to the best Indian technology firms and products.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-11-07 |title=Digit Zero 1 Awards 2023 |url=https://www.digit.in/zero1-awards/ |access-date=2024-09-07 |website=Digit |language=en}}</ref>
 
The '''Icons of Trust''' Award is given out every year to the most trusted brand in various technology categories. Icons of Trust 2009<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.digit.in/features/icons-of-trust-2009-3673.html|title=Icons of Trust - 2009|work=Digit|accessdate=19 June 2015}}</ref> was awarded in nine categories:
# Cell phones/PDA,
# Desktop PCs,
# Digital Cameras,
# Monitors,
# External Storage,
# HDTVs,
# Laptops and Netbooks,
# PMPs,
# MFDs/Printers
 
'''Zero 1 Awards''' are announced every December for the best technology products released during the year.


==See also==
==See also==
*[[CFO India]]
*[[CFO India]]
*[[CTO Forum]]
*[[Digit Channel Connect]]
*Digit TV
*Edu
*[[Fast Track (magazine)|Fast Track]]
*[[Inc. India]]
*[[Industry 2.0]]
*Logistics 2.0
*[[SKOAR!|Skoar]]
*[[School of convergence]]


== References ==
== References ==
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==External links==
==External links==
* [http://www.digit.in/ Official website of Digit Magazine]
* [https://www.digit.in/ Official website of Digit Magazine]
* [http://www.digit.in/forum/ Official Digit Forum]
* [https://www.digit.in/forum/ Official Digit Forum]


[[Category:9.9 Media Products]]
[[Category:9.9 Media Products]]

Latest revision as of 00:01, 14 January 2026


Digit
October 2009 issue
Executive EditorJayesh Shinde
Former editorsRobert Sovereign-Smith
CategoriesTechnology
FrequencyMonthly
Circulation230,000
PublisherTimes Network; BCCL
First issueJune 2001 (25 years, 2 months, 2 weeks and 2 days ago)
CompanyBennett, Coleman & Company Limited (BCCL)
CountryIndia
Based inMumbai, Delhi
LanguageEnglish
Websitewww.digit.in

Digit is an Indian technology media publisher (magazine and website) owned by the Bennett, Coleman & Company Limited (BCCL),[1] under Times Network[2] Digit provides technology articles in eight different Indian regional languages: English, Hindi, Bangla, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, and Telugu.

Digit Magazine[edit | edit source]

Digit Magazine is a monthly Indian technology magazine, originally launched in June 2001 by Jasubhai Digital Media.[3]

In December 2007, 9.9 Mediaworx acquired Jasubhai Digital Media,[4] including Digit Magazine and its gaming supplement, SKOAR! and all the other properties associated with the brand.

In 2008, the Indian Readership Survey (IRS) voted Digit as the most popular technology magazine in India.[5]

In 2011, Digit was estimated to have a monthly readership of about 230,000 people.[6][7]

In May, 2024, Times Network, under Bennett, Coleman & Company Limited (BCCL), went on to acquire Digit, including its website, magazine, and all related properties from the 9.9 Group.[8]

Digit awards[edit | edit source]

Each year, Digit presents awards to the best Indian technology firms and products.[9]

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "About Digit". September 2024. Retrieved 26 September 2024.
  2. ↑ "Times Network Acquires Digit.in; Boosts Presence in Tech and Gaming Communities". Times Now. 27 May 2024. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
  3. ↑ "JasuBhai Digital Media Pvt Ltd in Mumbai - Grotal.com". www.grotal.com. Retrieved 7 December 2022.
  4. ↑ https://www.livemint.com/Consumer/OWb1Nio1oH4POV9jDW9fBM/99-Mediaworx-buys-Jasubhai-Digital-Media.html
  5. ↑ Businesswire India (22 August 2008). "DIGIT is the No. 1 technology magazine in India as per IRS". The Financial Express. Retrieved 19 June 2015. {{cite web}}: |author= has generic name (help)
  6. ↑ Digit: About Us
  7. ↑ "9.9 Mediaworx Pvt. Ltd., Growth Leader, thinkdigit.com, Alexa". businesswireindia.com. Retrieved 19 June 2015.
  8. ↑ https://www.timesnownews.com/india/times-network-acquires-digit-in-boosts-presence-in-tech-and-gaming-communities-article-110456946
  9. ↑ "Digit Zero 1 Awards 2023". Digit. 7 November 2023. Retrieved 7 September 2024.

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