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IBM’s Quantum Computing bet: From New York labs to India’s classrooms

TECHNOLOGY

IBM’s Quantum Computing bet: From New York labs to India’s classrooms

India has bet heavily on quantum technologies, with government programmes, university curricula, and startups all pulling in the same direction. IBM has positioned itself as a keystone in that ecosystem.

IBM’s game plan on using AI to change the global sports fan experience

TECHNOLOGY

IBM’s game plan on using AI to change the global sports fan experience

For over 30 years, IBM has infused AI, cloud, and data into sports like Wimbledon, Masters, and Formula 1 experiences.

10 years of Google Pixel: The 'camera king' that hasn't mastered the game of phones

TECHNOLOGY

10 years of Google Pixel: The 'camera king' that hasn't mastered the game of phones

Ten years in, the Pixel story is one of photographic brilliance without dominance. Google changed how we take photos but never cracked how to sell phones at scale

Google Pixel’s AI features put iPhone on the back foot: Can Apple respond?

TECHNOLOGY

Google Pixel’s AI features put iPhone on the back foot: Can Apple respond?

The iPhone, Apple’s most important product, is suddenly lagging behind its rivals at exactly the moment consumers are beginning to see AI’s value in day-to-day use.

MC Exclusive: Nothing looking to manufacture audio products in India, confirms CEO Carl Pei

TECHNOLOGY

MC Exclusive: Nothing looking to manufacture audio products in India, confirms CEO Carl Pei

Nothing CEO Carl Pei revealed that after smartphones, the company is looking to make audio products locally, marking a significant expansion beyond smartphones.

macOS Tahoe (26) beta review: Polished, personal, powerful

TECHNOLOGY

macOS Tahoe (26) beta review: Polished, personal, powerful

From practical phone-calling features to powerful Spotlight upgrades and automation tools that actually feel usable, Tahoe is more than a cosmetic refresh.

iPadOS 26 review: The iPad finally gets its Mac moment

TECHNOLOGY

iPadOS 26 review: The iPad finally gets its Mac moment

This year’s update introduces full-fledged windowing, actual Mac-style multitasking that finally lets you treat the iPad like the productivity device Apple always said it could be.

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite review: The effortless page-turner

TECHNOLOGY

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite review: The effortless page-turner

At Rs 16,999, the Paperwhite isn’t cheap. But it’s also not trying to be a mass-market entertainment device. It’s a dedicated reading tool for people who love books, and it earns its place through focus, longevity, and clarity.

Nothing Phone (3) review: A bold and confident flagship debut

TECHNOLOGY

Nothing Phone (3) review: A bold and confident flagship debut

Nothing Phone (3) doesn’t chase specs—it chooses its battles, and wins some of them. It is the first flagship from Nothing and manages to deliver impressive results.

The Day The Riffs Died: How Rock n’ Roll faded from the charts

ENTERTAINMENT

The Day The Riffs Died: How Rock n’ Roll faded from the charts

Apple Music’s Top 500 most-streamed songs of the last decade show that rock music barely registers for Gen Z. It all about Hip-Hop, Pop and R&B now. Not a single new rock anthem cracked the top tier

Can Nothing do something about Apple’s dominance in the Indian premium phone market?

TECHNOLOGY

Can Nothing do something about Apple’s dominance in the Indian premium phone market?

Consumers buying Rs 80,000+ phones aren’t just looking at specs; they’re investing in longevity, resale value, and brand credibility. Nothing has an uphill battle

Nothing Phone (3) First Impressions: Goes beyond the bold look

TECHNOLOGY

Nothing Phone (3) First Impressions: Goes beyond the bold look

Here's our initial impressions of Nothing Phone 3 that recently launched at an event in London.

Nothing unveils Headphone (1) with ANC, 35 hours of battery life, transparent design: Price and other details

TECHNOLOGY

Nothing unveils Headphone (1) with ANC, 35 hours of battery life, transparent design: Price and other details

Nothing has launched its Headphone (1) with ANC and transparent design

Nothing launches Phone (3), its first premium phone in India: Price, features, and more

TECHNOLOGY

Nothing launches Phone (3), its first premium phone in India: Price, features, and more

Nothng has launched its most premium smartphone -- Phone (3) in india at a starting price of Rs 79,999.

The AI browser wars have begun: How it may change the way you use the internet and why Google might finally feel the heat

TECHNOLOGY

The AI browser wars have begun: How it may change the way you use the internet and why Google might finally feel the heat

AI isn’t just a layer bolted onto these browsers, it is the new architecture. We’ve gone from tabs and bookmarks to autonomous agents and dynamic workflows.

Why iPadOS 26 can make the iPad a suitable MacBook replacement

TECHNOLOGY

Why iPadOS 26 can make the iPad a suitable MacBook replacement

This year’s update delivers a nice blend of desktop-class features and touch-first design, bringing the iPad closer than ever to being a legitimate MacBook alternative.

Apple’s AI reckoning: WWDC 2025 could be a make-or-break moment

TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s AI reckoning: WWDC 2025 could be a make-or-break moment

As CEO Tim Cook prepares to take the stage at WWDC 2025 in Cupertino, there’s one dominant question: Can Apple catch up in the AI race which is getting hotter by the day?

OnePlus 13s review: Small frame, big game

TECHNOLOGY

OnePlus 13s review: Small frame, big game

The One Plus 13s makes a strong case for keeping things compact, and more importantly, it does that while being consistently capable.

A WhatsApp iPad app is nice, but Instagram’s tablet absence still defies logic

TECHNOLOGY

A WhatsApp iPad app is nice, but Instagram’s tablet absence still defies logic

Meta’s official stance has always been some version of: “We’d love to, but there just aren’t enough people asking for it.” But that reasoning hasn’t aged well — especially as the iPad has matured into a powerful device.

Apple iPad Air M3 review: New chip, old vibe but the safe and sensible choice

TECHNOLOGY

Apple iPad Air M3 review: New chip, old vibe but the safe and sensible choice

The iPad Air M3 is exactly what one expects it to be: faster, slightly smarter, and still stuck between tablet and laptop. It’s not revolutionary, but it’s a great iPad.

Why Apple can’t make iPhones in the US despite Trump’s 25% tariff threat

TECHNOLOGY

Why Apple can’t make iPhones in the US despite Trump’s 25% tariff threat

Building iPhones in the US would require massive investments in workforce development, supply chain reengineering, and factory infrastructure. Can Apple do it?

Can the iPad be a MacBook replacement?

PODCAST

Can the iPad be a MacBook replacement?

In this episode we answer a question which a lot of buyers face when buying an iPad — can it replace a Mac?

Apple’s latest accessibility push: Privacy-first, deeply personal and coming to every device

TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s latest accessibility push: Privacy-first, deeply personal and coming to every device

Apple is expanding accessibility features across devices and introducing Accessibility Nutrition Labels to inform App Store users before downloading.

CMF Phone 2 Pro: Style and Substance? | MC Tech Up

PODCAST

CMF Phone 2 Pro: Style and Substance? | MC Tech Up

In this episode, we take a closer look at the CMF Phone 2 Pro. Also, check how to use Gemini AI’s in-built image generational tool.

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