TECHNOLOGY
How to spot a scammy New Year message on WhatsApp in 5 seconds
New Year WhatsApp scams look like wishes but carry links, urgency, bad grammar, and fake rewards. Learn the fastest 5-second check to spot fraud before you click anything.
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Want sharper iPhone photos? Start by choosing the right camera format
Want better iPhone photos? Learn how to choose HEIF, JPEG, and ProRAW, set 4K video, stop auto lens switching, and use the right camera formats to get sharper, cleaner, and more detailed shots.
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Vivo X300 Ultra expected to launch in 2026: 5 key things to know
Vivo X300 Ultra is expected to launch early next year as the most premium variant in the flagship X300 series. Leaks suggest a 6.82-inch BOE 2K LTPO display, a large circular camera island, 200MP dual sensors, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and a 7,000mAh battery.
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Tesla could soon let iPhone users lock and start cars directly from Apple Wallet
Tesla is working on expanded phone key support, starting with China, and could soon add iPhone car key integration in Apple Wallet. This may let owners lock, unlock, start and share their Tesla keys directly from Wallet, even if the iPhone battery dies.
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The biggest AI channel on YouTube is Indian, earns $4M+ a year, and people can’t stop watching
Do you watch YouTube daily? Then you’ve likely seen AI-generated story videos. A report claims the most-viewed AI-only YouTube channel is based in India, with 2 billion+ views and annual earnings of over $4 million, showing how fast AI content is taking over feeds and viewer attention.
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Motorola phone explodes in man’s pocket, viral video shows burnt jeans and charred device
A Motorola G-series phone reportedly exploded in a man’s pocket at 8 PM, burning a hole in his jeans. A viral video shows the charred device and damaged clothing, sparking fresh concerns about lithium-ion battery safety in smartphones.
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“Bill Gates is a liar…” Elon Musk targets Microsoft co-founder again over USAID death narrative
Elon Musk has launched another sharp public attack on Bill Gates, calling him a “liar” over claims linking USAID funding cuts to child deaths and disease outbreaks. The feud stems from Musk’s role in shutting down USAID’s independent operations earlier this year under the DOGE task force, a move Gates criticised as harmful to global health efforts.
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How a father rescued his kidnapped 15-year-old daughter by tracking her phone’s live location
A Texas father tracked his kidnapped 15-year-old daughter’s phone and rescued her within minutes, says Guardian report. A gripping reminder for Indian parents on the power of live location and parental controls.
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Google’s AI wrongly called musician Ashley MacIsaac a sex offender, got his concert cancelled
Google AI wrongly labelled Juno-winning musician Ashley MacIsaac a sex offender due to a surname mix-up, leading to a cancelled concert. The artist says the error was dangerous and law firms may take up his defamation case for free.
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Indian-origin CEO says AI firm Giga is being blackmailed for $3 million in crypto using stolen company data
To back his claim, Varun also posted a screenshot of the threatening email. According to the tweet, the mail warns that if Giga does not pay up, the group will release data snippets after twisting them out of context, along with what it calls “defamatory allegations”
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ChatGPT sent 74 suicide alerts but mentioned hanging 243 times before teen’s death, lawsuit claims
ChatGPT is facing tough questions after a wrongful-death lawsuit claimed a teenager in distress received 74 suicide hotline alerts but also saw the chatbot mention hanging 243 times over months of conversation.
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iPhone 16e drops to Rs 46,990, iPhone 17 to Rs 78,900 after bank discount in Vijay Sales Apple Days Sale
iPhone 16E drops to Rs 46,990 and iPhone 17 series starts at Rs 78,900 after instant bank discounts in the Vijay Sales Apple Days Sale, running from December 28, 2025 to January 4, 2026.
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Can ChatGPT replace your notes app? Yes, but here’s the smarter way to use it
ChatGPT can take notes, organise ideas and clean up messy thoughts, making it feel like a notes app upgrade. While it can technically replace your notes app, the smarter way is to use it as a note editor and idea organiser that helps structure, rewrite and expand your rough inputs into clean, easy-to-use paragraphs. It works like a notebook that talks back, connects dots and evolves your thoughts instead of just storing them.
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Apple is suing this leaker, but he just dropped new foldable iPhone details anyway
A tipster currently in a legal battle with Apple has leaked new details about the company’s first foldable iPhone. The leak includes the expected launch timeline, screen size, thickness, camera design, and early 3D renders shared through a YouTube video.
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WhatsApp may soon let you edit Status photos using Meta AI inside the app
WhatsApp is testing a new Meta AI-powered Status photo editor that lets users restyle and animate images directly inside the app. The feature, now spotted on iOS and Android beta, aims to make creative photo editing easier, faster, and accessible to everyday users without needing outside apps.
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The QR menu on your table looks harmless, but could it secretly steal your financial information
Scanning a restaurant menu QR code feels quick and harmless, but in 2025, fake QR scams are silently stealing personal and financial details, warns a report by the New York Post. Here’s what can go wrong when you scan, and how to spot tampered codes before it costs you money or privacy.
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Global memory chip shortage may push up prices of phones and PCs in 2026
A global memory chip shortage in late 2025 is driving up the cost of smartphones and laptops, and the effects could last until 2027, says IDC. The shortage is happening as chip makers prioritize AI memory production, leaving everyday devices facing higher prices and limited upgrades in 2026.
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Fake RTO e-challan websites in India are tricking drivers with small fines and stealing card details
A widespread online scam is targeting Indian vehicle owners using fake RTO e-Challan websites and local phone numbers to steal card and banking details. Here’s how the scam works and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Google might finally let you change your Gmail address: Here’s what that means for you
Google is introducing a new feature that will let users change their Gmail address while keeping the same account and all their data. Learn how it will work, what stays the same, and what rules apply when the update rolls out globally.
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Apple will soon make it easier to pair Galaxy Watches with iPhones
Apple is rolling out new pairing and notification features in iOS 26.3 that will make it easier for Galaxy Watch makers to test seamless one tap pairing with iPhones in the EU. The update also lets third party smartwatches receive and reply to iPhone notifications, but only on one connected device at a time.
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Top TikTok performers to get 50 per cent bigger raises and more cash bonuses in 2026
ByteDance plans to increase its rewards budget by 50% in 2026 to offer bigger bonuses and salary hikes for TikTok’s top performing employees globally. Only high scoring staff will benefit, and a larger share of the rewards will be paid in cash.
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Anthropic launches Bloom to help researchers understand how AI models behave in real situations
Anthropic has launched Bloom, a new open-source tool designed to help researchers understand how advanced AI models behave in real-world situations, making it easier to study alignment, safety, and misaligned behaviour at scale.
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Vivo X300 Pro review in 5 points
The Vivo X300 Pro is a camera-first flagship that leans heavily on its telephoto performance. From a flat AMOLED display to strong battery life and a unique telephoto extender kit, this phone is built for users who want reach, confidence, and consistency rather than flashy specs.
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Sony and Honda are bringing PlayStation gaming into the car cabin: All the details
Sony Honda Mobility has announced that its AFEELA electric vehicle will support PlayStation Remote Play, allowing users to stream games from their PS5 or PS4 consoles directly to the car’s infotainment system when parked or charging.
