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"It's not about the phone...” Google Trust and Safety head on protecting budget smartphone users from AI-powered scams
Papatala explained that many of Google’s core security tools—such as scam detection in Google Messages, screen hiding during sensitive banking sessions, and warnings for suspicious links, are designed to work across a wide range of devices, including budget smartphones
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As Delhi feels like 50 C, here are 5 things to remember before you buy your first AC
As the heatwave continues, most people are looking for one thing and that is relief. And for many, that means buying a new air conditioner.
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Some iPhone users will not get Apple Intelligence features despite getting iOS 26 update: Here’s why
Apple has positioned Apple Intelligence as deeply integrated into the iOS experience. The tools run on-device for privacy reasons, which is part of the reason why older chips just don’t make the cut.
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Google’s £1 billion London office is under attack but not by hackers
While Google has downplayed the impact, calling it “minimal,” people familiar with the site say the issue has been ongoing for around three years.
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ChatGPT o3 achieves AIR 4 in JEE Advanced mock test, IIT Kharagpur engineer reveals
A few years ago, GPT-4 attempted a similar test and didn’t do well, it would have landed somewhere in the 10,000s. This time, the improvement is massive. Anushka admits she thought ChatGPT would struggle. Instead, it soared.
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Motorola Edge 60 Stylus review: Tremendous value for money under Rs 25,000
At under Rs 25,000, this phone delivers a premium design, a gorgeous display, solid performance, reliable cameras, and a stylus experience that’s not just functional but genuinely fun and useful. It’s a phone that feels far more expensive than it actually is.
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Sam Altman’s firing and rehiring at OpenAI was a thriller but Musk’s Twitter takeover saga could be a full-blown blockbuster
Altman’s boardroom drama at OpenAI is getting the movie it deserves. But Musk’s Twitter takeover is the kind of story you can’t script, unless the script is written in real-time, 280 characters at a time.
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OpenAI’s shocking decision to fire and then rehire CEO Sam Altman is now becoming a Hollywood film: Here’s who might be playing him
The film is called Artificial and is reportedly being developed by Amazon MGM Studios, according to The Hollywood Reporter. It’s going to tell the story of those dramatic days in November 2023 when the tech world was left completely shocked.
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Google Pixel 9a Review: Compact but mighty for the Android purists
I have been using the Pixel 9a for a month now — long enough to know where it shines, where it compromises, and who it’s really meant for. So, is it the best compact phone you can buy under Rs 50,000? Read the review to find out.
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Every 5 minutes, this smuggled North Korean phone takes screenshots, you will be horrified to know why
A smartphone smuggled out of North Korea is revealing just how deeply the government controls its citizens — down to every word they type and every screen they see.
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Why the OnePlus 13s could finally end the ‘Bigger is Better’ era in smartphones
The OnePlus 13s, which is all set to hit the market on June 5, could be the much-needed breath of fresh air the compact phone market has been waiting for.
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CMF Buds 2 Plus review: Premium looks, budget price
So, is the CMF Buds 2 Plus worth buying at Rs 3,299? If you’re looking for a budget pair of earbuds that sound great, offer strong ANC, last long, and look stylish—then yes, they’re one of the best in the segment.
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Goodbye, Glyph interface: Nothing Phone 3 won’t light up like its predecessors
Since its launch, Nothing has been celebrated for breaking the mold. The Glyph lights weren’t just for show, they flashed for incoming calls, notifications, and even synced with apps like Uber and your calenda
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Forget Gordon Ramsay, meet Aiman the AI Chef from Dubai who’s cooking up a storm without the yelling
Aiman is the brainchild of UAE-based startup UMAI, and he’ll be running the show at a brand-new restaurant called WOOHOO, opening this summer at Kempinski The Boulevard, right by the iconic Burj Khalifa.
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Engineer fired after 55 days from Elon Musk’s DOGE team shares what went wrong inside the US Government’s tech project
In a candid and detailed blog post titled DOGE Days, Lavingia recounts his time working for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under DOGE. What began with optimism quickly turned into frustration and confusion.
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Telegram to get Grok AI chatbot? CEO Durov says yes, Elon Musk says not yet
While the partnership is not official yet, the vision seems clear. Grok, known for its snarky tone and real-time responses, could soon be accessible directly within Telegram chats, groups, and possibly even channels.
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Google’s Android XR glasses dazzled at I/O, but Sundar Pichai isn’t calling it an iPhone moment yet
In a recent chat, Pichai reflected on Google’s long-standing dream of bringing smart glasses to the masses. From the early days of Google Glass to the latest demos at Google I/O, he says things are finally starting to come together.
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OnePlus announces suite of AI features, a new customisable Plus Key ahead of OnePlus 13s launch
OnePlus is calling this new direction simply “OnePlus AI,” and it’s all about making your phone work better for you. Whether it’s saving important information, translating conversations, or helping you take better photos, the aim is to blend AI into everyday tasks without making it feel overwhelming.
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Claude Opus 4 solves a 4-year-old bug that an expert coder and other AIs Like ChatGPT, Gemini couldn't fix
The post has since sparked conversations in developer circles about the potential of next-gen AI tools not just for writing code, but for truly understanding complex systems and debugging them in ways even experts miss.
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Your iPhone may block audio messages if you mention this popular restaurant
It only happens when both the sender and the receiver are using Apple’s Messages app, and the issue is very specific, it kicks in only when the name of the popular US restaurant chain "Dave and Buster’s" is mentioned.
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Google challenges Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses with new Android XR glasses
At its annual developer event, Google I/O 2025, the company showed off its upcoming Android XR glasses.
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Asus Vivobook 16 review: Big screen meets reliable performance
The Asus Vivobook 16 is a niche laptop. It’s great for users who want a big, comfortable screen and long battery life, especially if you’re leaning into AI workflows or want a Copilot+ PC that’s future-ready.
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Google I/O 2025: Everything Google announced about AI, Project Astra, Android, and the tech that's coming soon
Google is putting AI into almost everything from your emails to your video calls and making it more useful, personal, and fast. The future of AI, according to Google, isn’t coming. It’s already here.
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Nothing co-founder Carl Pei congratulates ex-team member for joining Apple, with a wink at Tim Cook
Pei doesn’t hold back online. He’s known for his bold takes and tongue-in cheek humour on X, which often becomes the topic of discussion among fans and tech fans alike.
