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Vivo V70 Elite review: Strong cameras, big battery, balanced performance

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Vivo V70 Elite review: Strong cameras, big battery, balanced performance

The smartphone offers strong ZEISS-backed cameras, a 6500mAh battery, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 performance, and a premium design starting at Rs 51,999.

Apple’s foldable iPhone could be called ‘iPhone Ultra’, price may cross $2,000

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Apple’s foldable iPhone could be called ‘iPhone Ultra’, price may cross $2,000

Apple’s rumoured foldable iPhone could launch as the iPhone Ultra with a price tag of over $2,000, featuring a large foldable display and under-display camera technology.

Apple planning major push into premium tier with three ‘Ultra’ devices in 2026

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Apple planning major push into premium tier with three ‘Ultra’ devices in 2026

Apple is reportedly planning to launch three new “Ultra” devices this year, including a foldable iPhone, premium AirPods with computer-vision cameras, and a high-end MacBook with a touch OLED display.

Dell Pro Max 18 Plus review: A laptop that leans closer to a desktop

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Dell Pro Max 18 Plus review: A laptop that leans closer to a desktop

With an 18-inch display, Intel Core Ultra HX processors and RTX PRO graphics, this premium laptop delivers desktop-like performance, though its size and weight make it better suited for a desk than daily travel.

realme P4 Power 5G review: A battery-first phone that goes all in

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realme P4 Power 5G review: A battery-first phone that goes all in

MacBook Neo at Rs 69,900: Who is Apple’s new budget laptop really meant for?

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MacBook Neo at Rs 69,900: Who is Apple’s new budget laptop really meant for?

Apple’s new MacBook Neo starts at Rs 69,900, making it the most affordable MacBook yet. But who is this budget Mac really designed for? Here’s a closer look at the users Apple is targeting.

Amazon users face issues with checkout and product pages during widespread outage

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Amazon users face issues with checkout and product pages during widespread outage

Amazon users are reporting widespread issues with shopping, checkout, login and Amazon Music, with Downdetector showing a spike in outage reports affecting the website and mobile apps.

Anthropic builds early warning system to track AI’s impact on white-collar jobs

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Anthropic builds early warning system to track AI’s impact on white-collar jobs

Anthropic is developing a new index to track how artificial intelligence could affect white-collar jobs, even as current data shows little evidence of rising unemployment due to AI.

YouTube expands direct messaging feature to 30+ countries in new rollout

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YouTube expands direct messaging feature to 30+ countries in new rollout

YouTube has expanded its revived direct messaging feature to more than two dozen new countries across Europe, allowing users to share videos and chat directly within the app.

Amazon cuts over 100 jobs in robotics division as it shifts warehouse automation strategy

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Amazon cuts over 100 jobs in robotics division as it shifts warehouse automation strategy

Amazon has laid off over 100 employees in its robotics division as it restructures warehouse automation efforts, shelves the Blue Jay robot project, and shifts focus to a new modular system called Orbital.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Health chatbot struggles to identify urgent medical cases, study reveals

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OpenAI’s ChatGPT Health chatbot struggles to identify urgent medical cases, study reveals

A new study published in Nature Medicine finds that OpenAI’s ChatGPT Health chatbot may underestimate the severity of medical emergencies, raising concerns about relying on AI for medical triage and health advice.

OPPO confirms global launch of Find X9 Ultra, expands ultra series beyond China

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OPPO confirms global launch of Find X9 Ultra, expands ultra series beyond China

OPPO has confirmed the global launch of the Find X9 Ultra, its next flagship smartphone focused on advanced camera capabilities. More details about specs and availability are expected soon.

Elderly woman flooded with 100+ Amazon packages she never ordered

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Elderly woman flooded with 100+ Amazon packages she never ordered

A 79-year-old woman in Illinois received over 100 Amazon packages she never ordered, raising safety concerns. Amazon has apologised and is investigating the mysterious deliveries.

Apple plans to use Google Gemini AI to upgrade Siri with better privacy and performance

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Apple plans to use Google Gemini AI to upgrade Siri with better privacy and performance

Apple is reportedly working with Google to use Gemini AI models for a smarter Siri upgrade. The move could improve performance, personalization, and privacy as Apple strengthens its AI strategy.

Objects hit AWS data centre in UAE, trigger fire and temporary outage

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Objects hit AWS data centre in UAE, trigger fire and temporary outage

Amazon says one of its UAE data centres was hit by objects that caused sparks and a fire, leading to a temporary outage. The company has not confirmed if the incident is linked to ongoing regional tensions.

This man set up an “AI roommate” in his kitchen and it ended up catching his cook stealing

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This man set up an “AI roommate” in his kitchen and it ended up catching his cook stealing

A man went viral after revealing how he used an AI-powered “roommate” to monitor his kitchen and catch his cook allegedly stealing fruits and vegetables. Here’s how the system works.

Amazon launches Holi Store with AI shopping tools, festive deals across categories

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Amazon launches Holi Store with AI shopping tools, festive deals across categories

Amazon India has launched its Holi Store with festive deals across categories and AI-powered tools like Rufus and Lens to make shopping easier ahead of the celebrations.

Anthropic co-founder limits daughter’s YouTube access, says algorithm ‘freaks him out’

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Anthropic co-founder limits daughter’s YouTube access, says algorithm ‘freaks him out’

Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark says he limits his daughter’s YouTube access, calling the platform’s recommendation algorithm “freaky” and raising concerns about children’s exposure.

Burger King’s AI chatbot ‘Patty’ will track if staff say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’

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Burger King’s AI chatbot ‘Patty’ will track if staff say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’

Burger King is testing an AI chatbot called Patty that helps staff with tasks and checks if they use polite phrases like “please” and “thank you” while interacting with customers.

‘Naughty chats’ coming to ChatGPT? APK teardown hints at new feature

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‘Naughty chats’ coming to ChatGPT? APK teardown hints at new feature

An APK teardown suggests ChatGPT may soon get a ‘naughty chats’ feature for adult users. The update could allow more suggestive conversations with age verification safeguards.

Indian techie fired after AI-written code causes production crash, Reddit post goes viral

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Indian techie fired after AI-written code causes production crash, Reddit post goes viral

An Indian techie was fired after an AI-generated coding error caused a production crash. The viral Reddit post has sparked debate over AI use, accountability, and workplace pressure.

ChatGPT solves 15-page CBSE Class 10 Maths paper in under a minute

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ChatGPT solves 15-page CBSE Class 10 Maths paper in under a minute

We uploaded CBSE Class 10 Maths Standard and Basic papers to ChatGPT to test its speed. The AI solved the full 15-page paper in under a minute with step-by-step answers.

Apple Pay could launch in India by 2026, company in talks with ICICI, HDFC and Axis bank

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Apple Pay could launch in India by 2026, company in talks with ICICI, HDFC and Axis bank

Apple Pay may launch in India by mid-2026 as Apple holds talks with ICICI, HDFC and Axis Bank, with support expected for UPI and card payments.

iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Which flagship should you buy?

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iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: Which flagship should you buy?

A detailed comparison of the iPhone 17 Pro Max and Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering design, display, performance, camera, battery, and software to help you choose the right flagship.

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