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CMF Phone 2 Pro camera specifications revealed; here’s what Nothing announced ahead of the April launch

CMF Phone 2 Pro: Nothing’s sub-brand CMF is all set to launch its second smartphone — the CMF Phone 2 Pro — in India on April 28 at 6:30 PM IST. Along with the device, the company will also launch…

Motorola launches moto book 60 in India under Rs 62,000; check price, features, availability

moto book 60 Launched: Motorola has launched its first-ever laptop globally – the moto book 60 – in India on Thursday, April 17. The device comes in two colours- Bronze Green and Wedgewood. With 1.39 kg, the moto book 60…

Realme 14T 5G launch date announced; 50MP AI camera, other key features to know

Realme 14T 5G Launch Date Announced: Realme is all set to unveil its latest smartphone —Realme 14T 5G — in India next week. Ahead of the official debut, the company has shared some details about the upcoming device. So, from…

Samsung Galaxy M56 5G launched, starts under Rs 25,000; 50MP triple camera, AI-powered editing, other key features

Samsung Galaxy M56 5G Launched: Samsung Galaxy M56 5G Launched: Samsung has expanded its Galaxy M series with the launch of Galaxy M56 5G today, April 17. The smartphone features Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection on both the front and back,…

Google Pixel 9a now available for purchase in India, priced just below Rs 50,000

Google Pixel 9a Buy in India: Google has commenced the sale of its latest A-series smartphone — the Pixel 9a — in India. According to the company, the smartphone comes with a sleek new design, the brightest display ever on…

Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G, Narzo 80x 5G now available for purchase in India; check price, discount offers, feature & more

Realme Narzo 80 Series 5G Sale Begins: Realme has commenced the sale of its latest power-packed duo, the realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G and realme Narzo 80x 5G in India. Customers can buy these smartphones on realme.com and Amazon. Additionally,…

ASUS launches AI-powered ExpertBook P Series on Flipkart; Check price, key features

Asus ExpertBook P Series: Asus has launched its AI-powered ExpertBook P Series laptops in India today, April 15. Designed for businesses and professionals, the laptops are powered by high performance, high durability, great battery backup, seamless expandability, enterprise-grade security, and…

AI spending in India set to reach $9.2 billion by 2028: Report

Artificial intelligence (AI) spending in India is set to grow at 35 per cent annually, reaching $9.2 billion by 2028, a report showed on Tuesday. This emphasises the need for better data quality, governance, and cloud migration to maximise AI’s…

Smartphone makers remain cautious over unpredictable US tariff policies

South Korean smartphone and personal computer makers are staying cautious as unpredictable US tariff policies increase uncertainty around their future production strategies. On Friday, US President Donald Trump’s administration exempted smartphones, computers and some other electronic devices from country-specific reciprocal…

Samsung announces discount on Galaxy S25 Ultra; check out latest bank offers

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Special Offer: Samsung has announced limited-period offers on its latest flagship smartphone – Galaxy S25 Ultra. Debuted at the beginning of this year, the smartphone is already creating quite a buzz, and now, three months after…

OpenAI countersues Elon Musk in legal dispute over ChatGPT maker’s business ambitions

OpenAI is suing Elon Musk for unfair competition and interfering with its business relationships with investors and customers, escalating a legal battle between the ChatGPT maker and the billionaire who helped bankroll the artificial intelligence startup a decade ago. The…

Govt Launches New Aadhaar App: No more photocopies, Just tap for verification; here’s how to download

In a big step towards digital convenience and personal privacy, the Indian government has launched a brand-new Aadhaar app that lets users verify and share their Aadhaar details digitally — no need to carry physical cards or hand over photocopies…

Samsung begins rollout of Stable One UI 7 for Galaxy S24 Series

Samsung One UI 7 for Galaxy S24 Series: Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 7 update for its flagship Galaxy S24 series, including the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. Based on Android 15, this…

Cyberattacks Surge in BFSI Sector: Digital threat report 2024 reveals AI-driven risks and compliance shifts

The Digital Threat Report 2024, a collaborative effort by SISA, CERT-In (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) and CSIRT-FIN, offers an in-depth analysis of the growing cybersecurity risks in India’s Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. Built on frontline threat intelligence…

OnePlus 13T to enter China market this month; here’s what we know so far

OnePlus has confirmed that it is will launch its much-awaited 13T smartphone in China this month. However, the smartphone maker is yet to announce the exact date of launch. For years, smartphones have been getting bigger and bigger. But now, people…

CMF Phone 2 Pro launch date announced: Here’s what you need to know about April unveiling

CMF Phone 2 Pro launch date announced: Nothing’s sub-brand CMF is all set to launch its second smartphone – CMF Phone 2 Pro – in India this April. Along with the device, three other products will also be introduced on…

How to connect with official RBI WhatsApp account using QR code

RBI Launches WhatsApp Channel, RBI WhatsApp QR Code: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched its official WhatsApp channel aimed at spreading public awareness. The move is part of the Reserve Bank’s public outreach activities. The country’s central bank…

Elon Musk’s Grok-3 slightly outperforms DeepSeek AI: Report

As the artificial intelligence (AI) turf war escalates, Elon Musk-owned Grok and Chinese DeepSeek models now stand at the forefront of AI capability — one optimised for accessibility and efficiency and the other for brute-force scale — despite the vast…

India to emerge as global leader in innovation, tech-driven growth: Piyush Goyal

India would emerge as a global leader in innovation and technology-driven growth, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, has said. The minister, who hailed the work of startups during a walk-through at the ‘Startup Mahakumbh’ event here, said…

Samsung One UI 7 rollout begins April 7 Galaxy S24 to get priority S23 may follow later software upgrade

As anticipation builds around Samsung’s next major software upgrade, the tech giant has confirmed that the rollout of One UI 7 will officially begin on April 7. However, users of the Galaxy S23 series may need to wait a little…

Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series in India; sales begin | Here’s what you need to know

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10FE Series Launched: Samsung has expanded the Galaxy ecosystem on a premium tablet design with the launch of the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ in India. This Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series is…

HMD 130 Music & HMD 150 Music Launched In India: Music-focused feature phones priced under Rs 2,500; check details

HMD 130 Music & HMD 150 Music Launched: Human Mobile Devices (HMD) has launched two feature phones in India – HMD 130 Music and HMD 150 Music on Wednesday, April 2. These phones come with dedicated music controls, especially designed…

Your Ghibli-style AI image is melting GPUs: Know hidden environmental toll behind trend

AI is now a part of our everyday lives—creating art, answering questions, and assisting with all sorts of tasks. Its capabilities are incredible, but there’s a side we don’t always talk about: the environmental cost.   Take OpenAI’s latest Ghibli-style image…

WhatsApp bans over 9.7 million accounts in India during February

WhatsApp on Tuesday said it banned more than 9.7 million accounts in India during February 2025, 1.4 million of which were proactively banned prior to any user reports. Releasing its monthly safety report, the Meta-owned messaging app also shared tips…

Maharashtra government signs MoU with Microsoft for AI technology in administration

The Maharashtra government on Tuesday entered into a strategic partnership with Microsoft Corporation (India) to establish cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centres of Excellence (CoE) and to accelerate the adoption of AI technology in the state administration. The Memorandum of Understanding…

What is xAI, another Elon Musk company that just bought X in mega $33-billion deal and is hiring?

What does xAI—the company that just acquired microblogging platform X in an all-stock deal worth $33 billion—do? On Friday, the world’s richest individual, Elon Musk, announced that he had sold X (formerly Twitter) to xAI. Now, what is xAI and…

ChatGPT faces outage amid Ghibli art frenzy; OpenAI says services back on track

ChatGPT, the popular AI chatbot developed by OpenAI, was down for several users on Sunday with its servers overwhelmed by a surge in demand for its new Studio Ghibli-style image generation feature. However, the developer soon updated saying all impacted…

Is CMF gearing up to launch 4 products in India? Here’s what Nothing has tweeted

Is Nothing, or its sub-brand CMF, gearing up to launch four products in India soon? Although the company has not officially made any announcement regarding this, hints have been dropped via their social media. What did Nothing tweet? The UK…

Ghibli-style AI art goes viral; free chatGPT users locked out of OpenAI’s new image generator tool

OpenAI’s most advanced visual tool yet—the GPT-4o-powered image generator—has taken the internet by storm, especially after the launch of its viral “Ghibli-style” output. Touted as a major leap in creative AI, the tool was initially promised to both paid and…

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G AI Features: From ‘Circle to Search’ to ‘Best Face’, here’s everything that the buyer gets

Samsung Galaxy A56 5G AI Features: Samsung recently launched a new smartphone, the Galaxy A56 5G, in India at a starting price of Rs 41,999. The device is available in three variants and three colour options. The variants are: 12GB/256GB,…

Canon launches video-centric interchangeable lens camera EOS R50 V in India under Rs 80,000; here’s all you need to know

Canon EOS R50 V Launched: Canon has launched the video-centric interchangeable lens camera, the EOS R50 V, in India for Rs 79,995, along with the RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ lens. These are the first of their kind in…

Nokia reports 3x growth in 5G traffic across India in latest Mobile Broadband Index

Nokia today disclosed the findings of its annual Mobile Broadband Index (MBiT). According to the reports, it saw a three-fold year-on-year increase in 5G data traffic across India in 2024. The report provides a complete overview of mobile broadband trends…

ASUS ExpertCenter P500 Mini Tower Desktop Launched in India: Key features to know

ASUS ExpertCenter P500 Mini Tower Desktop: ASUS has launched a new desktop PC — the ASUS ExpertCenter P500 Mini Tower (P500MV) — in India. Powered by the latest Intel Core i7 13620H processor, the P5 Mini Tower delivers up to 95W TDP and saves…

Samsung offers discount on Galaxy wearables—See deals on Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7

Samsung Galaxy Wearables Discount Offers: Samsung on Friday, March 21, announced a limited-period offer on its latest Galaxy wearables lineup. This includes the Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch6 Classic, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds FE, and…

Samsung kicks off Galaxy Book5 Series sale in India–Price, AI features, other details to know

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Series Sale Starts: Samsung on Thursday, March 20 announced the nationwide availability of the Galaxy Book5 series. With cutting-edge performance and immersive AI features, the Galaxy Book5 series is designed for next-level productivity, creativity, and entertainment, the…

OPPO rolls out F29 Series in India: Price, availability, AI features, other key things tech enthusiasts must know

OPPO F29 Series Launched In India: OPPO India has launched two new smartphones in India under the OPPO F29 Series. Boasting industry-leading dust and liquid protection, the OPPO F29 Series is designed to endure India’s diverse and demanding environments, according…

Oppo F29 Pro 5G launched in India alongside Oppo F29 5G; price, specifications & availability

Oppo has launched the Oppo F29 Pro 5G in India, accompanied by the standard Oppo F29 5G. Both smartphones come with AI LinkBoost Technology and Hunter Antenna Architecture to enhance signal strength. The devices also feature a 360-degree Armour Body…

Is Google Pixel 9a launching soon? Here’s what we know so far

When will Google Pixel 9a be launched? Google Pixel 9a is trending on several social media platforms. This has led many netizens to wonder whether it is launching anytime soon. If you have come across any such rumour, here is everything…

Realme P3 Ultra 5G & Realme P3 5G launched in India: Check price, features & availability

Realme has officially launched the Realme P3 Ultra 5G and Realme P3 5G in India, bringing powerful specifications and unique design elements to the market. The highlight of the Ultra variant is the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultra SoC, while the…

Buying iPhone & other Apple gadgets online? After Swiggy, Blinkit, now this quick commerce company offers fast delivery

To strengthen its position in the premium electronics space, Zepto has added Apple’s portfolio to its platform. According to the company, the quick commerce platform will now deliver Apple products to its users within minutes.  Apple Gadgets Now Available on…

Skype to discontinue in May 2025: Is Skype disappearing forever? Here’s what you need to know

Skype has confirmed its discontinuation, it will no longer be available, starting in May 2025. Skype has been a part of our lives for ages, before FaceTime, WhatsApp calls, and Zoom calls. It was the one we could rely on….

Xiaomi 15 Series launched in India with advanced camera; pre-booking starts next week | See details

Xiaomi 15 Series India Launch: Xiaomi India on Tuesday launched the Xiaomi 15 Series in the Indian market at a starting price Rs 64,999. This series includes two smartphones: Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. With Leica Summilux optical lenses and the…

Nothing kicks off Phone (3a) Series sale in India; Check price, features, availability, and offers

Nothing Phone (3a) Series Sale Starts: After the global launch of the Nothing Phone (3a) Series last week, London-based technology company Nothing on Tuesday, March 11, started the sales of Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro in India. Interested customers…

Odisha government signs pact with Meta to launch WhatsApp chatbot for public services

The Odisha government in collaboration with Meta, the US-based technology giant, will soon launch a unified WhatsApp Chatbot to ensure seamless access of various government services by the citizens across the state. The Centre for Modernising Government Initiative (CMGI) of…

Xiaomi Unveils 15 Series in global market. India launch soon? Here’s what we know so far

Xiaomi has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone lineup — the Xiaomi 15 Series — at an exclusive launch event in Barcelona, Spain. Featuring Leica Summilux optical lenses and powered by Xiaomi HyperOS 2, the Xiaomi 15 Series delivers a next-generation…

Thinking of upgrading to Nothing Phone (3a) or Phone (3a) Pro? 5 things you must know

Nothing Phone (3a) Series Launched: Nothing has recently upgraded its mid-range lineup with the launch of the Phone (3a) Series in the Indian market. Building on the acclaimed Phone (2a), this new series offers an advanced triple-camera system with optical…

Samsung Galaxy Book5 series pre-booking starts–A step-by-step guide to book your device

Samsung Galaxy Book5 Series Pre-Booking Starts: Samsung has announced the commencement of pre-reservations for its new flagship AI-powered PCs – the Galaxy Book5 360, Galaxy Book5 Pro, and Galaxy Book5 Pro 360. Powered by Intel’s advanced Lunar Lake processors, the Galaxy…

Technology can boost India’s growth rate by 2-3%: NITI Aayog CEO

Technology has the potential to increase India’s growth rate by 2-3 per cent, NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R. Subrahmanyam said on Wednesday. To make India a technology-driven nation, NITI Aayog has launched the NITI Frontier Tech Hub (NITI-FTH), which will serve…

Xiaomi Unveils 15 Series in global market. India launch soon? Here’s what we know so far

Xiaomi has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone lineup — the Xiaomi 15 Series — at an exclusive launch event in Barcelona, Spain. Featuring Leica Summilux optical lenses and powered by Xiaomi HyperOS 2, the Xiaomi 15 Series delivers a next-generation…

Samsung launches A56 5G & Galaxy A36 5G with ‘awesome intelligence’

Samsung has unveiled its latest Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G smartphones, introducing “Awesome Intelligence” to enhance creativity through advanced search and visual experiences. These devices feature a new design, improved durability, robust performance, and fortified security. Awesome intelligence:…

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How Does Reinforcement Learning Improve AI Accuracy?

Reinforcement Learning Improve AI Accuracy Reinforcement learning (RL) is a powerful approach in artificial intelligence that enables models to learn through trial and error by interacting with their environment. Unlike traditional supervised learning, which relies on labeled data, RL optimizes…

India rapidly evolving into global tech hub, MWC 2025 vital for accelerating innovation: Union MIinister Jyotiraditya Scindia

India is rapidly evolving into a global technology hub, and the country’s participation at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 is vital for accelerating innovation, said Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Saturday. Scindia is expected to represent India…

Google building digital agri stack for India using satellite data: official

Global tech giant Google is building a digital agri-stack using satellite imagery and has started with a base layer that will help identify farm boundaries, a senior official said on Saturday. Data and analysis of this base layer of the…

OpenAI introduces GPT‑4.5, its largest and best model for chat yet

OpenAI has released research preview of GPT‑4.5 — its largest and best model for chat yet — for ChatGPT Pro users and developers worldwide. ChatGPT Pro users will be able to select GPT‑4.5 in the model picker on web, mobile…

How to ensure Google Chrome doesn’t record online activities? A step-by-step guide

Google Chrome Browser Settings: Google Chrome is one of the most widely used browsers. However, many users don’t like any browser to track and record several types of online activities. For instance, after searching for something on Chrome, you may…

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Jak przedłużyć gwarancję na laptopa Dell?

gwarancję na laptopa Dell Przedłużenie gwarancji na laptopa Dell to jedna z opcji, która może okazać się bardzo korzystna, zwłaszcza jeśli planujesz długoterminowe użytkowanie swojego urządzenia. Standardowa gwarancja, którą Dell oferuje przy zakupie laptopa, jest zazwyczaj ograniczona do jednego lub…

Samsung set to unveil 3 Galaxy A Series smartphones in India next week; here’s what you need to know

Samsung Galaxy A Series: Samsung is set to launch three new Galaxy A series smartphones in India next week. According to the company, these devices will be successors to Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55 models launched last year. The new…

Samsung launches Galaxy M16 5G, Galaxy M06 5G in India with segment-leading features; here’s everything you need to know

Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Galaxy M06 5G Launched: Samsung, on Thursday, February 27, launched two new smartphones in the Indian market: the Galaxy M16 5G and Galaxy M06 5G. These devices come with several segment-leading features and are the latest…

Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Galaxy M06 5G launch date confirmed? Here’s everything to know so far

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G: When will Samsung Galaxy M16 5G be launched in India? Samsung is all set to launch two new M-series smartphones in India this week – the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G and Galaxy M06 5G. The company has already…

Snapdragon X is Here: Key things to know about Qualcomm’s just-launched new AI PC chip

Snapdragon X Launched in India: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.’s latest offering, the Snapdragon X platform, is set to reshape the personal computing landscape in India by introducing an affordable, AI-powered chip for PCs. This new technology aims to make advanced PC…

North Korea seen using ChatGPT in AI education

North Korea is apparently using ChatGPT, a generative artificial intelligence (AI) service developed by OpenAI of the United States, in its higher education AI studies, according to a media report on Saturday. According to the report from Voice of Korea,…

Redington to offer iPhone 16e at over 7,000 retail locations

Redington Ltd, a distributor of Apple and other tech brands, will offer the newly launched Apple iPhone 16e at over 7,000 retail locations across the country, the company said on Friday.  Equipped with the A18 chip and a 48MP 2-in-1…

Quantum computing enters new era; Satya Nadella explains Majorana 1

Microsoft has revealed Majorana 1, a ground-breaking quantum processing unit (QPU) based on a new family of materials known as topoconductors. According to CEO Satya Nadella, this research represents a significant step forward in real quantum computing. He defined this…

Apple debuts in-house iPhone modem, the C1, with iPhone 16E release

Cupertino (California) [US], February 20 (ANI): Apple has officially introduced its first in-house iPhone modem, the C1, with the launch of the iPhone 16E. This significant development marks a major milestone in Apple’s efforts to reduce its reliance on Qualcomm’s…

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Jak sprawdzić informacje o systemie na komputerze dell?

informacje o systemie na komputerze dell Znajomość informacji o systemie operacyjnym oraz podzespołach komputera Dell jest niezwykle przydatna w wielu sytuacjach. Może to być konieczne podczas aktualizacji sterowników, instalacji nowych programów, diagnozowania problemów z wydajnością lub sprawdzania kompatybilności sprzętu z…

Boult launches Mustang-inspired true wireless earphones, headphones

Boult x Mustang Collection Launched: Boult Audio, on Wednesday, February 19, introduced a new range of high-performance audio products as part of its continued collaboration with Ford Mustang. This latest lineup includes the Mustang Q, Mustang Dyno, and Mustang Torq….

Elon Musk’s xAI Unveils Grok 3: ‘Smartest AI on Earth’ gets 10x more reasoning capabilities?

Grok 3, the newest and most potent AI model unveiled by Elon Musk’s xAI on Tuesday, is ten times more capable than Grok 2, its predecessor.  During a live-streamed event, Musk introduced the advanced AI, showcasing its abilities in reasoning,…

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Jak skalibrować jasność i kontrast na monitorze Dell?

kontrast na monitorze Dell Jeśli używasz monitora Dell lub ekranu LCD innej marki, możesz poprawić jakość obrazu, kalibrując go do domyślnych ustawień fabrycznych. Ten proces zapewni dokładne odwzorowanie kolorów i możliwie najwyższy poziom czerni, bez powodowania, że ​​obraz będzie wyglądał…

Mobile exports from India to cross Rs 1,80,000 crore in FY25, 680% growth since PLI launch

Mobile phone exports from India are projected to exceed approximately Rs 1,80,000 crore this fiscal (FY25), representing approximately 40 per cent growth over the previous fiscal year, industry data showed on Tuesday. In the 10 months this fiscal (April-January), India…

Indian mobile manufacturing companies exported Rs 1.5 lakh crore worth of mobiles in January 2025: ICEA

India’s mobile phone manufacturing industry has reached an unprecedented milestone, with exports soaring to a record Rs 1.5 lakh crore in January 2025, according to the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA). The ICEA added in a release that the…

Google, Telangana ink pact to accelerate AI-led transformation across sectors

Google on Thursday announced a strategic collaboration with the Telangana government to harness the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence across the state in various sectors. This collaboration formalised through an MoU aims to drive the development and implementation of AI…

Q-Commerce Revolution: 10-minute delivery of TV, fridges, and more

The world of Q-Commerce is evolving rapidly! It’s no longer limited to just groceries—electronics, smartphones, and even large appliances can now reach your doorstep within minutes. Major players like Amazon, Flipkart, Blinkit, and Swiggy Instamart are leading the charge, strengthening…

Samsung launches Galaxy F06 5G in India: Price, features, camera, and more – here’s everything you need to know

Samsung Galaxy F06 5G Launched: Samsung launched its most affordable 5G smartphone, the Galaxy F06 5G, in India on Wednesday, February 12. The device supports 12 5G bands, ensuring compatibility with all telecom operators. According to the company, the newly…

Google CEO Sundar Pichai ‘delighted’ to meet PM Modi, discusses “incredible” opportunities AI will bring to India

Google CEO Sundar Pichai has highlighted the “incredible opportunities” that artificial intelligence (AI) will bring to India, following his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the AI Action Summit in Paris. The Alphabet CEO also noted…

Meta to expand Instagram Teen Accounts in India

Reinforcing its commitment to the online safety of young users, Meta on Tuesday announced the expansion of Instagram Teen Accounts to India. The Teen accounts, to be rolled out in a phased manner in the country, are designed to create…

65% of Indians used AI, more than double the global average: Microsoft study

Reflecting the swift adoption of artificial intelligence in India, a Microsoft study has found that 65 per cent of Indians surveyed have used AI — more than double the global average. Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled the Global Online Safety Survey,…

India joins AI race: Union IT Minister reveals collaborative strategy with OpenAI

OpenAI Co-founder and CEO Sam Altman is in the national capital and hosted an event with Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. India is gearing up to take a big leap in artificial intelligence (AI). The government has created a plan…

OpenAI CEO discusses AI roadmap with Indian startup leaders

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Wednesday met leading Indian startup founders and investors in a closed-door session here, and discussed the ChatGPT maker’s plans for the Indian market. Altman, along with top company executives chief product officer (CPO) Kevin Weil…

FinMin directs officers not to use ChatGPT, DeepSeek, other AI models flagging data risk concerns

The finance ministry has directed its officers not to download or use AI tools and apps such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek in office computers and devices, saying they pose confidentiality risks to data and documents. In a communication last month…

Digi Yatra platform reaches 1 crore users

Digi Yatra has achieved a milestone of 1 crore users with a daily average of 30,000 app downloads, setting benchmarks in digital travel solutions, the platform announced on Tuesday. The Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI)-based ecosystem works by utilising facial biometric technology…

Samsung’s Q4 net profit rises over 20% despite waning chip demand

Samsung Electronics said on Friday its fourth-quarter net income rose more than 20 per cent from a year earlier despite the waning global demand for memory chips, beating market expectations. Its net income totalled 7.75 trillion won ($5.4 billion) for…

Indian data centre market expected to grow to USD 11.6 billion by 2032: Economic Survey

India’s data centre market is projected to expand from USD 4.5 billion in 2023 to USD 11.6 billion by 2032, according to the Economic Survey 2024-25, which was tabled in Parliament on Friday. India’s data centre market is experiencing substantial…

Integration of AI, Gen AI with financial sector to foster innovation: SBI Chief

The increasing integration of Artificial Intelligence and Gen AI with the financial sector has the potential to foster innovation and transform the banking sector in the coming years, SBI Chairman C S Setty said on Friday. Setty also said the…

India a huge market for us, clocked December quarter growth record: Apple CEO

India is a huge market for us and we have achieved a December quarter growth record where the iPhone was the top selling model in the country for the October-December period of 2024, Apple CEO Tim Cook has said. Speaking…

Budget 2025: Tech industry bats for deeptech fund, tweaks in safe harbour rules’ threshold

India’s apex IT industry body Nasscom has batted for tweaks in safe harbour rules and widening the scope for utilisation of SEZ reinvestment reserves in its Budget wishlist, while advocating for creation of a central deeptech fund to bolster startup…

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calls himself product of India-US bond

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said he is the “product of the bond” that exists between India and the US, as top government officials and American lawmakers lauded the Indian community’s contribution during Republic Day commemoration here. The Consulate General of…

Union Budget 2025: CP Gurnani calls for more allocation on skilling, computing infrastructure

As the countdown to the Union Budget 2025 begins, former Tech Mahindra CEO and industry veteran CP Gurnani has emphasised the need for a focus on upskilling initiatives and computing infrastructure. Talking with PTI, Gurnani highlighted that India’s technology exports…

NCLAT stays CCI ban on WhatsApp, asks Meta to pay half the Rs 213 crore fine

In a respite for Mark Zuckerberg-run Meta, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Thursday stayed the five-year ban imposed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) on WhatsApp for its data-sharing practices. The NCLAT bench, led by Justice…

CCPA issues notice to Apple over iPhone performance concerns post iOS 18+ software update

India’s Consumer Affairs Minister, Pralhad Joshi, announced that the Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued a notice to Apple Inc. regarding performance issues with iPhones after the iOS 18+ software update. This move comes after the National Consumer Helpline received…

Standard Chartered arm & KiyaAI roll out immersive experiences platform Akashaverse

SC Ventures, Standard Chartered’s innovation, fintech investment and ventures arm, on Thursday announced the launch of entertainment, social, e-commerce and lifestyle hub Akashaverse in partnership with digital solutions provider KiyaAI. As an immersive experiences platform, Akashaverse intends to transform how people experience and engage…

ChatGPT down? Multitudes of people unable to access chatbot, getting ‘bad gateway’ error

Is ChatGPT working for you right now? ChatGPT, a popular AI tool, was temporarily down on Thursday, leaving multitudes of people unable to access the technology. The computer program, which has served as a go-to for many across industries in…

NCLAT stays ban on WhatsApp sharing data with parent Meta

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) on Thursday stayed a five-year data-sharing ban imposed by competition watchdog CCI on data-sharing practices between WhatsApp and its parent Meta for advertising purposes, offering a breather to the tech giant. Meta had…

Amazon to close 7 warehouses in Quebec, eliminate 1,700 jobs

Online retailer Amazon said on Wednesday that it’s closing all seven of its warehouses in the Canadian province of Quebec in the next two months. The e-commerce giant said the move would provide “even more savings to our customers over…

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series to be unveiled today: When and where to watch event LIVE; here’s everything you need to know

Samsung Galaxy S25 Launch Event:  The smartphone maker Samsung is set to unveil its highly anticipated Galaxy S25 series — including the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra — on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Additionally, the Samsung XR…

Samsung offers Rs 19,000 cashback on Galaxy Tab in Republic Day deal; see details

Samsung Republic Day Offer: Samsung is offering exciting deals on its premium Galaxy Tabs and wearables for customers this Republic Day. Shoppers can avail cashback of up to Rs 19,000, upgrade bonuses, and special discounts on the Galaxy Tab S10…

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The Lifespan of Products From Flex PCB Manufacturing

Flex PCB Manufacturing The lifespan of products from flex PCB manufacturing can vary, but they can usually last much longer than their wired counterparts. This is due to the fact that flex circuits offer improved durability, allowing them to withstand…

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How Do Flex Circuit Boards Support High-Speed Data Transmission?

Flex Circuit Boards Support High-Speed Data Transmission High-speed signals are necessary in modern electronic systems to transmit data effectively and reduce signal delays, which can cause data errors. The use of flex circuit boards in these devices is increasing, due…

LinkedIn rolls out new AI feature for job seekers and recruiters

LinkedIn on Thursday rolled out a new artificial intelligence-(AI) based feature that can help both employment seekers find the right job and recruiters to get the apt talent. The new LinkedIn feature will help job seekers understand how their skills…

80% of Indian companies find AI a core strategic priority: Report

India has positioned itself as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, with 80 per cent of companies identifying AI as a core strategic priority — well above the global average of 75 per cent, according to a report on…

Internet users to surpass 900 million in India this year, AI a game changer

Driven by the growing use of Indic languages for digital content, the internet user base in India is set to surpass 900 million by 2025, driven by the growing use of Indic languages for digital content, a report showed on…

Apple enters top 5 smartphone players in India for 1st time with 10% market share

Apple, with its aspirational image and rising footprint, has entered the top 5 smartphone players in India for the first time, garnering nearly 10 per cent market share by volume in the October-December quarter (Q4) of 2024, industry data showed…

Government to soon launch data analytics platform to get much better insights: Commerce Secretary

The government is working to develop a data analytics platform with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) to get much better insights into the country’s trade figures, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said on Wednesday. He said the ministry is already…

Amazon is ending its ‘Try Before You Buy’ option for Prime members

Amazon is saying goodbye to “Try Before You Buy.”The service, which allowed Amazon’s Prime members to try on select clothing items, shoes and accessories at home before completing a purchase, is set to wind down in the coming weeks.  The…

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In an era where digital innovation continues to reshape our daily lives, the smartphone industry stands at the cusp of a revolutionary transformation. We’re witnessing the evolution from traditional smartphones to what industry experts are calling “superphones” – devices that…

Global smartphone market bounces back with 4% sales growth in 2024

The global smartphone market returned to growth in 2024 with 4 per cent increase (year-on-year) in sales after two consecutive years of annual declines, a report showed on Monday. Consumer sentiment fared better than in previous years following macroeconomic improvements….

Significant percentage of iPhone, Android users in India faced issues post software upgrade: Survey

Significant percentage of iPhone, Android users in the country said they have experienced call connection issues after the latest software upgrade, online platform LocalCircles said in its latest report. According to the survey, 60 per cent of iPhone users and…

Computing, tech advancement core building block for India to become developed nation: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Computing and technological advancement is a core building block for India to become a developed nation by 2047, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said here on Saturday. The minister also said C-DAC plays a major role…

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How to Design a 4 Layer PCB for Automotive Applications

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Microsoft to invest $3 billion in India for cloud and AI expansion: Satya Nadella

IT major Microsoft will invest USD 3 billion in India for expansion of cloud and AI infrastructure in India, the company’s chairman and CEO Satya Nadella said on Tuesday. There is fantastic momentum in India where people are pushing for…

WhatsApp Secret Code for locked chats; here is what you need to know

Securing your WhatsApp chats is now easier with the new secret code feature. This option allows you to lock specific chats, adding an extra layer of security to your conversations. Whether it’s personal messages or confidential information, you can ensure…

Xiaomi Priced at Rs 9,999, Redmi 14C 5G to enter India soon; 50 MP camera, Snapdragon processor, and other key features you must know

China’s Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 14C 5G smartphone in India. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 System on Chip, the Redmi 14C 5G offers dual 5G SIM support. Starting at Rs 9,999, the smartphone offers an “Ultra…

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What Types of Components Are Typically Used in Prototype PCB Assembly?

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Meta goes to NCLAT against CCI’s Rs 213 crore penalty on WhatsApp

Social media platform Meta on Monday moved the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), challenging a recent Competition Commission of India (CCI) order imposing a Rs 213 crore penalty on the firm related to WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy update. In…

Indian IT sector set for revival in 2025 as macro-economic environment gets better

For the Indian IT sector, the macro-economic environment is far better placed than it has been in the last two years which should drive a revival in 2025, according to a report on Monday. The Fed rate cut is no…

India committed to taking lead in AI, says PM Modi after meeting ex-Infosys CEO

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is committed to taking the lead in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), as he met entrepreneur and former Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka. “It was an insightful interaction indeed. India is committed…

Apple Vision Pro production halted amid weak demand: Report

Apple’s first-generation Vision Pro headset has reportedly ceased production, according to MacRumors, an American website, that reports Apple-related news. The device, which debuted earlier this year as Apple’s most ambitious mixed-reality venture, has faced production cuts and dwindling demand, leading…

WhatsApp Pay can now extend UPI Services to all users in India

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has lifted the limit from onboarding UPI users for the third-party app provider WhatsApp Pay with immediate effect. With this development, WhatsApp Pay can now extend UPI services to its entire user base in…

POCO X7 Series set to arrive on January 9 with unmatched performance and innovation

POCO, one of India’s leading consumer technology brands, is set to unveil its latest smartphone marvels — the POCO X7 5G and POCO X7 Pro 5G — next month. The first look of the POCO X7 5G and POCO X7…

Apple confirms iOS 18.2.1 build number; iOS 18.3 beta update in progress

Apple has confirmed that the upcoming iOS 18.2.1 update is in the works for iPhone users, with a build number of 22C161 now revealed. This update is expected to be a minor release, focusing on bug fixes and possibly addressing…

RBI sets up 8-member panel on ethical use of AI

The Reserve Bank on Thursday announced the setting up of an eight-member committee to develop a framework for responsible and ethical enablement of artificial intelligence (FREE-AI) in the financial sector. Headed by IIT Bombay professor Pushpak Bhattacharyya (Department of Computer…

US finalises $4.7 billion in CHIPS Act subsidy to Samsung

The US Commerce Department has awarded Samsung Electronics up to $4.745 billion in direct funding to support the South Korean tech giant’s chipmaking investment in central Texas, as it strives to strengthen domestic semiconductor production. The announcement came after the…

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Threads allows users to add creative touches when reposting media

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How Google News fought misinformation in India in 2024

From major elections across the globe to conflicts and crises, the year 2024 was critical for the news industry, said Google News on Wednesday. These significant events highlighted the important role of newsrooms in providing accurate and timely information, said…

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Can PCB prototypes handle high power?

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realme 14x sets new durability standards with first IP69 under Rs 15,000

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Google announces new ways to help Indian developers build more via Maps platform

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Google to tie up with NCERT, launch YouTube channels in 29 Indian languages

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Up to Rs 20k discount on OnePlus smartphones: Check offers and other details of Community Sale

OnePlus is set to unveil an exciting range of offers across its product segments. According to the company, the Community Sale will be live from December 6 to December 17, 2024. The company said that customers across India can get…

Amazon doubles down on AI with next-gen ‘Nova’ models

Amazon has unveiled a new set of artificial intelligence (AI) foundation models called ‘Nova’, that offer state-of-the-art intelligence across a wide range of tasks, along with industry-leading price performance. These AI models will be added to the Amazon Bedrock model…

Moto G35 5G official launch date confirmed: Check specifications, price and other details here

Flipkart has officially revealed the launch date of Moto G35, with a dedicated microsite mentioning key specifications. The smartphone made its debut in global markets in August last year, alongside the Moto G35. The listing indicates that the specifications of…

Lava’s sub-brand announces Probuds T24 with dual device pairing – Check features and price

Probuds, the audio sub-brand of smartphone manufacturer Lava, has introduced Probuds T24. According to the company, these buds will come with features like multi-device connectivity and good battery life. Available in five colour variants, the product will be introduced in…

Over billion gift cards delivered to Indian customers since 2014: Amazon Pay

Online payment procession service Amazon Pay on Friday said it has delivered over a billion gift cards to Indian customers since its launch in 2014, completing a decade. Amazon Pay offers a diverse selection of gift card options, such as…

Elon Musk’s xAI raises $6 billion to expand AI capabilities

Elon Musk’s AI company called xAI has raised $6 billion, as it plans to expand its supercomputer to house at least one million graphics processing units (GPUs). According to a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), investors…

Project Starlight: OnePlus announces Rs 6,000 crores investment in India

Chinese smartphone manufacturer OnePlus has announced an annual investment of Rs 2,000 crores over the next three years – i.e. the company has planned a total investment of Rs 6,000 crore in India under the name Project Starlight. The Project…

WhatsApp to introduce redesigned chat lists interface for Android users: Here’s all you need to know about changes the update brings

Popular social media site, WhatsApp, is introducing a new feature for Android users via the latest beta update, version 2.24.25.8. According to a report, the latest update brings a redesigned chat lists interface. Currently, the update is available to select…

‘Martial law’ most-searched word on Google in South Korea

The Korean term for “martial law” was the most-searched word on Google in South Korea on Wednesday, following President Yoon Suk Yeol’s short-lived declaration of martial law. The word topped Google’s trends chart with the search volume over the past…

Poco M7 Pro 5G, C75 5G launch date confirmed: Here’s everything you need to know

Poco M7 Pro 5G, Poco C75 5G launch in India: Poco is planning to end the year 2024 with a bang as the company is scheduled to launch two smartphones this month. The company has announced the names of the…

Govt blocked 1,700 Skype IDs and 59,000 Whatsapp accounts used for digital arrest fraud, says minister

The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), a wing of the Ministry of Home Affairs, has identified and blocked more than 1,700 Skype IDs and 59,000 WhatsApp accounts used for digital fraud, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday. Union Minister…

iQOO 13 launched at starting price of Rs 54,999 – Check camera specs, features and other details

iQOO 13 launched in India: iQOO has announced the launch of it next flagship – iQOO 13 – in India. This is one of the few smartphones to come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. iQOO 13 Price and Variants…

Tecno Phantom V2 Fold, Flip launch date confirmed – Here’s all you need to know about these foldable smartphones

Tecno has announced the launch date for its next foldable smartphone series – the Phantom V2. According to the company, the smartphone will be launched on December 6, 2024. Tecno said that the smartphone will have a sleek design despite…

Google Maps to start erasing data from cloud – Here’s what it means for users and know how to keep it safe on your device

In what can be termed a significant change, tech giant Google is set to update its location data storing policy in the upcoming weeks. Users will have the option to block the company from tracking their movements. Google says that…

Black Friday Deals: Samsung announces offers on flagship smartphones – Check prices of Galaxy Fold 6, Flip 6 and others

Black Friday Deals: Black Friday has become one of the preferred occasions for buying new products, gadgets or smartphones as customers get massive discounts across nearly every category. A little bit of planning can help you save a lot of…

boAt Airdopes Loop OWS launched at Rs 1,999 – Check features and other details

boAt has announced the launch of Airdopes Loop OWS. According to the company, these Airdopes have been engineered for those who are always on the move. “These earbuds combine a secure, stylish clip-on fit with advanced ambient sound technology, ensuring…

iQOO 13 launch soon: Here’s all we know about this smartphone – Check details

iQOO 13 launch soon:  iQOO is all set to launch its next flagship smartphone – iQOO 13. This smartphone is in focus as it will be powered by the latest octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Also, the smartphones will run…

Xiaomi unveils Redmi K80 Series: Check price, features and other details

Xiaomi Redmi K80: Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi K80 Series in China. There are two smartphones in this Series: Redmi K80 and Redmi K80 Pro. Both these smartphones are powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets and offer 120Hz AMOLED display and…

OnePlus 13, 13R launch expected soon: Here’s everything you need to know

OnePlus 13R: OnePlus 13R is expected to be launched in India in January. According to reports, the OnePlus 13R will be the rebranded version of the Ace 5 smartphone that the company is expected to launch next month in China….

WhatsApp may soon allow users to add custom messages to forwarded content – Check details

WhatsApp has been adding a lot of features on the platform to make sure that users get the best out of it. In order to ensure this, the Meta-owned platform is now introducing a feature that will let users add…

Amazon India’s first-ever Black Friday event: Check dates, offers, discounts and other details

Black Friday:  Black Friday is one of the most popular events celebrated globally. However, this time it is going to be fun for Amazon users in India as the e-commerce platform has announced great deals for its customers. Amazon India…

Lava Yuva 4 launched with 50MP camera, 90Hz display at starting price of Rs 6,999 – Check full specs

Lava Yuva 4: Homegrown smartphone brand Lava International has added one more smartphone under its Yuva series – the Yuva 4. According to the company, the device has been designed to cater to the evolving needs of first-time smartphone adopters. …

Acer M Series Hybrid MiniLED Televisions arrive in India: Here’s what you need to know

The technology and innovation company Indkal Technologies has recently launched the Acer M Series Hybrid MiniLED televisions in India. Powered by the latest Google TV based on Android 11 (with a seamless upgrade path to Android 14), these luxurious large-screen models…

Instagram introducing live location sharing feature – Here’s every detail you need to know

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Asus introduces range of ExpertBook AI PCs for businesses in India

Taiwanese tech giant Asus today announced the launch of its AI PCs under its ExpertBook series. This includes the Asus ExpertBook P5, Asus ExpertBook B5 and Asus ExpertBook B3 series which are powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors,…

Global foldable smartphone shipments decline in Q3, Samsung leads

Global foldable smartphone shipments declined 1 per cent in the third quarter this year — its first-ever Q3 decline — as Samsung reclaimed the top spot with a 56 per cent market share, a report said on Tuesday. The global…

Apple’s iPhone production in India reaches $10 billion in India in April-Oct, creates 1.75 lakh direct jobs in 4 years

Riding on the government’s production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, Apple’s iPhone production in the country has reached $10 billion in the seven months of this fiscal (FY25), with $7 billion in exports alone which is a record, the Centre said on…

WhatsApp Web Goes Down! Meta-owned platform reportedly faces issues, users complain on social media

WhatsApp Web – the web-based messaging service from Meta – is reportedly facing some issues. Several users worldwide experienced problems while accessing the web version of WhatsApp and complained about it on the social media platform X – formerly known…

iPhone 15 Pro Max price slashed: Here’s every detail about the offer – Find out

After the launch of the iPhone 16 series, people have flocked to buy the latest iPhones, leaving previous models like the iPhone 15 Pro Max behind. In line with its tradition, Apple has discontinued the model, as it does after…

Centre blocks 17,000 WhatsApp accounts of hackers from South-East Asia

The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) and Department of Telecommunication (DoT) have blocked at least 17,000 WhatsApp accounts used by cyber criminals from South East Asia, it was announced on Thursday. In a post on X social media platform, CyberDost,…

Nokia expands pact with Microsoft for data centre routers, switches

Nokia on Thursday announced a five-year expansion of its multi-year agreement to supply Microsoft Azure with data centre routers and switches. Nokia’s data centre networking portfolio will enhance the scalability and reliability of Azure data centres around the world. The…

Tecno Pop 9 4G launched at Rs 6,499 – Check full specs here

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Musk says X now top news app on App Store in India

After a user ‘DogeDesigner’ put out a post about X being the top news app on Apple’s AppStore in India, billionaire Elon Musk said the platform has indeed become number-one for news in India. Musk had bought X (formerly Twitter)…

Apple issues update for Mac users targeted in zero-day cyber attack

Apple has issued a software update for bugs ‘actively exploited’ by cyber-criminals in targeting Intel-based Mac systems. In a security advisory, the tech giant said it was aware of two vulnerabilities that “may have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac…

Vivo Y300 price in India: Sony IMX 882 main camera, AI Aura Light and much more – Check details

Vivo Y300 price in India: Vivo has extended its Y-series lineup with the launch of the Vivo Y300 in India. The newly launched smartphone is empowered by a Sony IMX882 main camera and is paired with the AI Aura Light…

Apple updates ‘vintage’ list with inclusion of THESE devices: Here’s how it will impact certain users

Extending its obsolete and vintage products list, Apple has marked the iPhone XS Max (launched in 2018) and iPhone 6s Plus (launched in 2015) as ‘vintage’ gadgets. For context, Apple’s vintage list includes devices that have been there for more…

Top 10 games of 2024: Find out most popular games on Google Play Store in India

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Google to unveil ‘Shielded Email’ feature to get rid of spam mails: Here’s all we know

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Tecno Pop 9 4G launch date confirmed: Everything you need to know about India’s first smartphone with MediaTek G50

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Chinese brands dominate Indian smartphone market with 72% share; THIS phone tops the list

Smartphone shipments in India grew by around 6 per cent to 4.6 crore in the July-September quarter of FY25, states a report by research firm IDC. According to the report, Chinese smartphone manufacturers dominated the market with leading brands cornering…

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s probable release date – Here’s what we know so far

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Google launches Gemini AI app for iPhones: Here’s how it will enhance user experience

After launching the Gemini AI app for Android phones several months ago, Google has now unveiled it for iPhones. Notably, the development comes after Apple introduced ChatGPT integration for iPhones in its iOS 18.2 beta, sparking speculations regarding Apple’s potential…

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy S24 Ultra: A neck-and-neck fight likely to go down the wire

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India’s tablet PC market grows 46% in July-September; iPad leads with 34% share

India’s tablet PC market grew 46 per cent annually in the July-September quarter of this year and Apple’s iPad led the segment with 34 per cent share, market research firm CyberMedia Research (CMR) said on Wednesday. According to the report,…

Sharing files from OnePlus to iPhone is much easier now: Find OnePlus’ feat inside

OnePlus, as a brand, is renowned for its continuous evolution in integrating technology to enhance user experience. In line with this, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer has enabled its users to share files with iPhone users with ease. OnePlus rolled out…

Can you guess the most common password in India: Here’s how to make a strong one – Check Details

In the sixth edition of its annual Top 200 Most Common Passwords, NordPass, known for listing the most used passwords across 44 countries worldwide, has ranked “12345” as the most common password. The password “12345” is most widely used in…

Start now, finish later: Here’s how WhatsApp’s Message Drafts feature works – Check Details

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Apple announces 15 new games on Arcade gaming service

Tech giant Apple on Wednesday announced to add 15 new games on its gaming service Apple Arcade. The new gaming titles including Skate City: New York, Talking Tom Blast Park, FINAL FANTASY IV (3D REMAKE)+, Gears and Goo (Apple Vision…

Vivo Y300 launch date announced: Check details about design, colours

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OpenAI integrates search functionality with ChatGPT: Follow THESE simple steps to use it

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Apple’s major push for user repairability: iPhone 16 spare parts now available

Apple has started to offer spare parts for the iPhone 16 series, enabling users in the US and some other countries to repair their own devices. Seen as part of Apple’s ‘support user repairability’ initiative, which began in 2022, this…

Expect more tech adoption, strategic partnerships: Nasscom Chairperson

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iQOO 13: First glimpse of racetrack-inspired Nardo Grey colour

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Just Corseca launches Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra lookalike smartwatch under Rs 11k – Check details

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Apple releases iOS 18.2 public beta with AI emoji app, ChatGPT-Siri integration

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Top 10 best-selling smartphones globally – Can you guess which one is most popular?

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realme GT 7 Pro’s first Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset sets new benchmarks in AI performance

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iQOO 13 launch date in India confirmed: Here’s everything you need to know

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AI to answer calls on your behalf? Google Pixel’s reportedly working on ‘AI Replies’ feature – Check details

Google Pixel is expected to introduce a new feature, called ‘AI Replies’ enabling the Pixel devices to answer calls on behalf of users. This feature will use advance language models to facilitate seamless responses. According to the latest report, Google…

Microsoft’s AI-powered Notepad unveiled: Follow these steps to use it

US tech giant Microsoft is working to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into Notepad on Windows. The feature, currently as a preview on Windows 11, is available in select regions like the US, UK, France, Italy, Canada, among others. The new…

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Nikon India has announced the release of the APS-C size (Nikon DX-format) Nikon Z50II mirrorless camera in India. According to the company, the mirrorless camera has been designed to redefine creative possibilities and targets content creators across all genres vloggers,…

Google Cloud unveils new initiatives to empower AI startups in India

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Nvidia surpasses Apple to become world’s largest company in AI era

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Beware Google Chrome users: Government watchdog issues urgent warning – Here’s what you need to do

The government watchdog, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has issued a ‘high’ severity warning for the popular browser Google Chrome. This warning comes in light of major vulnerabilities discovered…

UPI transactions possible for NRIs with international phone numbers: Follow these simple steps

In what can be termed a significant boost to India’s online payment system, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and the Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) have also been provided with the service. NRIs can use the UPI facility with their international mobile…

Apple iPhone 14 Plus models to be repaired free of cost: Here’s how to check your device’s eligibility

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iPhone 15 Plus at Rs 27,949: Here’s how you can avail of this offer on Flipkart – Check Details

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