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LG launches ‘Essential Series’ home appliances designed specifically for Indian homes, price starts at Rs 18,000

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LG launches ‘Essential Series’ home appliances designed specifically for Indian homes, price starts at Rs 18,000

LG has launched its new Essential Series of home appliances in India, featuring a refrigerator, washing machine, air conditioner, and oven designed for Indian households. The range focuses on durability, energy efficiency, and affordability, with prices starting around ₹18,000 from November 2025.

iPhone 17 review: Skip the Air, forget the Pro, this one steals the show

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iPhone 17 review: Skip the Air, forget the Pro, this one steals the show

Apple’s iPhone 17 finally brings the Pro experience to the base model. With a 120Hz display, faster A19 chip, and brighter screen, this Rs 82,900 iPhone feels anything but basic.

Your iPhone can now screen spam calls so you can focus on people you actually like

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Your iPhone can now screen spam calls so you can focus on people you actually like

iPhone’s new Call Screening feature lets you screen unknown and spam calls, giving you control over who reaches you and saving your time.

WhatsApp doesn’t store our chats but can we say the same about Zoho’s Arattai?

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WhatsApp doesn’t store our chats but can we say the same about Zoho’s Arattai?

Zoho’s Arattai app is rising fast in India, but while calls are secure, text chats aren’t end-to-end encrypted yet here’s what users should know.

iPhone 17 gets flat Rs 3000 discount on this app: Check out the deal

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iPhone 17 gets flat Rs 3000 discount on this app: Check out the deal

The iPhone 17 itself brings plenty of reasons to upgrade. It features a 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with ProMotion and always-on support, powered by the new A19 chip.

Sony ULT Field 5 Review: Compact, fun, and surprisingly powerful

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Sony ULT Field 5 Review: Compact, fun, and surprisingly powerful

Compact yet powerful Bluetooth speaker with clear vocals, punchy bass, 25-hour battery life, and 360 degree party lightsperfect for home and outdoor fun.

Google Pixel 10 review: Brilliant display, strong cameras, and AI that works for you

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Google Pixel 10 review: Brilliant display, strong cameras, and AI that works for you

With a brilliant OLED display, smart AI features, dependable performance, and cameras that excel in any light, the Pixel 10 proves why Google’s flagship is built for purists. Priced at Rs 79,999, here’s how it stacks up against rivals like the Galaxy S25 and iPhone 17

“Our goal is to make every device in Indian homes work together intelligently,” says Ghufran Alam, Head of Digital Appliances, as Samsung brings AI Home to India.

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“Our goal is to make every device in Indian homes work together intelligently,” says Ghufran Alam, Head of Digital Appliances, as Samsung brings AI Home to India.

Samsung launches AI Home in India, creating smarter homes where devices work together intelligently for seamless living and practical convenience.

Samsung launches AI Home in India to make daily life easier with smart features for families, seniors and pets

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Samsung launches AI Home in India to make daily life easier with smart features for families, seniors and pets

Samsung has launched AI Home in India, a smart living system that connects appliances and devices to make daily life easier for families. With features for seniors, pet care, energy saving and security, AI Home aims to bring future living into Indian homes today.

iPhone 16 Pro at iPhone 17’s price? Why Flipkart’s deal is too good to miss

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iPhone 16 Pro at iPhone 17’s price? Why Flipkart’s deal is too good to miss

iPhone 16 Pro is available on Flipkart for Rs 74,900 with bank discounts and exchange offers, making it a smarter buy than the iPhone 17 priced at Rs 82,900. Here’s why choosing the 16 Pro could save you money without missing out on key features.

Google Nano Banana gives women hugs they miss and ones they never asked for

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Google Nano Banana gives women hugs they miss and ones they never asked for

Nano Banana is an incredible tool. It lets you get creative without a formal degree in design, and it even gives comfort to those who have lost loved ones.

How many weeks of work does it take to buy an iPhone in India?

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How many weeks of work does it take to buy an iPhone in India?

Even in European nations where living costs are high, like Portugal or Hungary, the hours required to buy an iPhone are still far fewer than in India.

iPhone 17 explained: Why it’s a smart upgrade if you’re using iPhone 15 or iPhone 14

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iPhone 17 explained: Why it’s a smart upgrade if you’re using iPhone 15 or iPhone 14

Wondering if iPhone 17 is worth it? Here’s how it compares to iPhone 15 and 14 with big upgrades in display, cameras, AI, and performance.

Why choosing between the new iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro will not be easy for buyers

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Why choosing between the new iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro will not be easy for buyers

Confused between the new iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro? We compare design, performance, cameras, battery, and price to help you decide which iPhone is right for you in 2025.

OnePlus Pad Lite review: Affordable, reliable, built for work and play

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OnePlus Pad Lite review: Affordable, reliable, built for work and play

I’ve spent the last week living with the OnePlus Pad Lite-streaming movies and web series, managing work emails, reading on it, and even letting a kid try it out for schoolwork. I wanted to see if this is the kind of tablet that genuinely fits into daily routines without making bold claims it can’t live up to. After a week, I have a clear sense of where it delivers, where it compromises, and whether it’s worth your money.

Mark Zuckerberg drags Mark Zuckerberg to court and no, it’s not a typo

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Mark Zuckerberg drags Mark Zuckerberg to court and no, it’s not a typo

An Indiana lawyer named Mark Zuckerberg is suing Meta after Facebook repeatedly flagged him as impersonating CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Here’s how the name confusion turned into a courtroom battle.

Why iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max may grab more attention than iPhone 17 this year

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Why iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max may grab more attention than iPhone 17 this year

The iPhone 17 will almost certainly be a great phone. It’ll have the speed, the ecosystem, the polish that keeps people loyal to Apple. But this year, greatness might not be enough.

Sick of office politics, Meta engineer with 7 million net worth is now looking for teaching jobs

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Sick of office politics, Meta engineer with 7 million net worth is now looking for teaching jobs

A Meta engineer with a $7M net worth says he’s tired of office politics and is now considering leaving Big Tech for a teaching career.

OpenAI offering Rs 3.4 crore salary to content strategist, seeks a ‘critical highthinker’

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OpenAI offering Rs 3.4 crore salary to content strategist, seeks a ‘critical highthinker’

OpenAI is hiring a content strategist with a Rs 3.4 crore salary, seeking a “critical highthinker” to shape ChatGPT’s content strategy and brand voice.

Fujifilm Instax WIDE Evo review: A retro camera with a modern twist

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Fujifilm Instax WIDE Evo review: A retro camera with a modern twist

Fujifilm instant camera is an investment, both in the price of the camera, which is around Rs 35,000 and the film, but for me, it’s worth it for the creativity and nostalgia it offers. Just be prepared to spend some time learning how it works before you really start enjoying it.

Vivo X Fold5 review: Busts all myths about foldable phones

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Vivo X Fold5 review: Busts all myths about foldable phones

So when Vivo launched the X Fold5, promising it’s light, powerful, and genuinely reliable, I was intrigued, though still skeptical. Could this finally be the foldable phone that doesn’t just make an impression on day one, but actually stands up to the grind of daily life?

GPT-5 can flag serious health conditions like cancer from your prompts, OpenAI claims

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GPT-5 can flag serious health conditions like cancer from your prompts, OpenAI claims

OpenAI's GPT-5 is showing promise in detecting early signs of cancer and other health issues. Here’s how the AI tool is stepping into the world of healthcare with smarter, faster diagnostics.

GPT-5 can turn a single prompt into a full app, write like a human, explain complex topics and more

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GPT-5 can turn a single prompt into a full app, write like a human, explain complex topics and more

While ChatGPT-5 is still being rolled out gradually, those with access to the pro features are already getting a taste of the future.

OpenAI announces ChatGPT-5 for free users with new features, faster performance, and more human-like responses

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OpenAI announces ChatGPT-5 for free users with new features, faster performance, and more human-like responses

OpenAI rolls out GPT-5 for free ChatGPT users, offering faster performance, smarter features, and more human-like responses across tasks.

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