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Google Pixel 10a to launch in 2026: 5 Key things we know about the device
Google Pixel 10a is expected to launch in March 2026 with a 6.3-inch AMOLED display, big 5100 mAh battery, Tensor G4 chip and dual cameras. Early leaks suggest meaningful upgrades over the Pixel 9a, making it a strong mid-range option for users in India and globally.
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Spotify’s new ‘Prompted Playlists’ feature lets you describe exactly what you want to hear
Spotify has launched a new beta feature called Prompted Playlists, letting users create highly personalised playlists through detailed written prompts. The tool uses deeper listening history, advanced AI and refresh schedules to give listeners more control over how Spotify builds their music experience.
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Google bans developer who accidentally uncovered child abuse images in AI data
A developer was banned by Google after unknowingly downloading an AI dataset that contained child abuse images. His entire account was locked, despite him reporting the dataset to child safety authorities. The incident highlights the hidden dangers in AI training data and the risks faced by innocent developers.
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Aadhaar photocopies will soon be banned, UIDAI moves to QR-Based verification
UIDAI is set to ban the use and storage of Aadhaar photocopies, replacing paper-based checks with secure digital verification through QR codes and the Aadhaar app. Here’s what the new rule means for everyday users and why Aadhaar verification is shifting to a safer, paperless system.
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ChatGPT is the most downloaded app on App Store: 5 key things to know
Apple’s 2025 App Store charts are out, and ChatGPT has officially become the most downloaded free iPhone app in the U.S., beating TikTok, Instagram, Google and more. Here are the top five things to know about its rise and what Apple’s full rankings reveal.
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After Spotify, ChatGPT wrap goes live: Here’s how to make yours in seconds
ChatGPT Wrapped has gone live right after Spotify Wrapped, giving users a fun, personalised recap of their chat habits. Here is how you can generate your own ChatGPT Wrapped in seconds along with what it shows and why everyone is sharing it.
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Vivo X300 series now available for purchase in India: 5 key things to know
Vivo has launched the X300 and X300 Pro in India with a 200MP ZEISS imaging system, powerful performance, long battery life and OriginOS 6. Prices start at Rs 75,999 with cashback offers, exchange bonuses and EMI options. Here are the top five things buyers should know.
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Hinge CEO leaves company to lead new AI-powered dating app: All the details
Hinge founder Justin McLeod is stepping down as CEO to launch Overtone, a new AI powered dating app. Jackie Jantos will take over as Hinge’s new CEO, while Match Group backs McLeod’s next venture with a major investment planned for 2026. Here are all the details.
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Apple opens its first store in Noida at DLF Mall of India with free workshops and full product lineup
Apple has opened Apple Noida, its first retail store in the city and fifth in India. Located in DLF Mall of India, the store offers the latest Apple products, personalised support, free Today at Apple sessions and convenient pickup options. It opens on December 11 at 1 p.m.
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Google AI Plus launches in India with Gemini 3 Pro, AI image, video tools and 200GB storage at Rs 399
Google has launched Google AI Plus in India, a new subscription plan offering access to Gemini 3 Pro, advanced image and video generation tools, NotebookLM, and 200 GB storage. Priced at Rs 399 per month, with an introductory Rs 199 offer, the plan aims to make AI more accessible for everyday users.
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Apple’s Noida store: Here is how much rent the company will pay at DLF Mall of India
Apple is opening its first Noida store at DLF Mall of India on December 11. Lease documents reveal how much rent the company will pay for the 8,240 sq ft space, along with details about the 11-year agreement and upcoming store experience.
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How to use your phone to measure objects in your home
Your phone can double as a digital measuring tape. Here is a simple guide on how to use your phone’s built-in AR measuring tool to measure furniture, walls and everyday objects accurately at home.
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Amazon adds new shopping tools to Alexa+ to help you track deals, place orders and get gift ideas
Amazon has added new shopping tools to Alexa+, including automatic price tracking, a Shopping Essentials dashboard and personalised gift suggestions. Here is how the upgraded AI assistant can help you find deals, track orders and add items to your cart more easily.
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How to use AI to summarise any YouTube video on your phone in minutes
Want quick YouTube summaries without watching long videos? Here is a simple trick that uses AI and YouTube transcripts to give you instant takeaways directly on your phone. Perfect for tutorials, lectures, news and podcasts.
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As Apple slows its AI rollout, Chinese brands race to woo iPhone users with AI features
As Apple slows its AI rollout in China due to regulatory delays, Chinese smartphone brands are racing to attract iPhone users with powerful AI features and easier switching tools. Here is how Honor, Oppo, Vivo, Huawei and Xiaomi are trying to take advantage of Apple’s pause.
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How a 15-year-old cracked Apple’s AirPods system to give Android users all the features Apple never allowed
A 15-year-old from Gurugram has created LibrePods, an open-source app that unlocks full AirPods features on Android and Linux devices by reverse-engineering Apple’s closed system. Here’s how the teen made AirPods work almost exactly like they do on an iPhone.
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Moving from iPhone to Android will soon be smoother, thanks to Apple and Google
Apple and Google are working together on new tools that will make switching between iPhone and Android devices much easier. Here is how the upcoming data transfer upgrade will work and what users can expect.
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iPhone users in this country can send messages via satellite: All you need to know
Apple has enabled Messages via satellite for iPhone users in Japan, allowing them to send and receive texts without mobile or Wi-Fi coverage. Here is how the feature works, supported devices, software requirements and everything else you need to know.
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iPhone 17 to get up to Rs 10,000 off during Apple Holiday Season sale: All the details
Apple’s Holiday Season sale in India is offering up to Rs 10,000 off on the iPhone 17, MacBook Air M4, and more. Here’s a simple explainer of the best deals, why the iPhone 17 offer stands out, and how other Apple products compare across retailers.
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Why India wants iPhones to keep GPS on all the time and why Apple is pushing back
India is considering a new rule that would require iPhones and other smartphones to keep GPS permanently switched on. Here’s a simple explainer on why the proposal exists, why Apple is opposing it, and what it could mean for user privacy and everyday phone use.
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Justin Bieber hates this iPhone feature so much he wants to put everyone at Apple in a chokehold
Justin Bieber called out Apple over the frustrating iPhone dictation button, joking that he wants to put everyone at the company in a chokehold. His viral rant comes during a turbulent week for Apple, with multiple top executives announcing their departures.
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How to check if someone secretly installed apps on your Android in 5 steps
Worried someone might have installed apps on your Android without your knowledge? Here are five simple steps to check recently added apps, review permissions, find hidden installs, and protect your phone from unwanted access.
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5 hidden tricks inside the Notes app that most iPhone users never use
Discover hidden iPhone Notes tricks that most users never try. Learn how to scan documents, lock private notes, convert handwriting, organise folders and use Quick Notes for faster writing. These simple steps help you get more out of the Notes app every day.
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Apple employees leaving company to join OpenAI: Here’s why
Apple is seeing a wave of employees leave for OpenAI as the AI company prepares its first hardware device. Engineers and designers from key Apple teams are moving out while several senior leaders also retire. Here is why so many Apple employees are choosing OpenAI.
