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Samsung may drop camera upgrade for Galaxy S26 to keep costs down
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 and S26+ will reportedly reuse the same rear cameras from the last four generations after shelving planned upgrades to avoid raising prices.
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Over 2 lakh power banks recalled in the US after fire incidents: How to check if yours is affected
Over 200,000 Inui BI-B41 power banks sold via Amazon USA have been recalled after causing fires. Only four serial numbers are affected, and owners must stop using the devices and follow the official refund and disposal process.
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Google will now allow AI agents plug directly into Maps, Cloud and Enterprise tools, here's how
Google has launched managed MCP servers that let AI agents plug directly into Maps, BigQuery and more, offering easier integration, cross-model compatibility and enterprise-grade governance.
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Amazon overhauls DRM rules for Kindle Direct Publishing: Here’s what’s changing
Starting January 2026, Amazon will let DRM-free KDP titles be downloaded as EPUB and PDF files, though authors must opt in for older books and concerns over piracy may push some toward enabling DRM.
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Apple Glasses rumoured for 2026 launch: Everything expected in Apple’s first AI wearable
Apple is preparing AI-powered Apple Glasses for a 2026 launch, featuring multiple cameras, an efficiency-focused chip, Siri control and deep iPhone integration, with a display-equipped version planned later.
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Nvidia tests chip-tracking software amid rising allegations of smuggled AI hardware to China
Nvidia is testing optional chip-tracking software for its Blackwell processors as rumours grow about smuggled hardware reaching China, though the company denies seeing evidence of such activity.
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Google DeepMind to build first Gemini-powered materials discovery lab
Google DeepMind will open its first automated, Gemini-integrated materials discovery lab in the UK in 2026, pairing robotics with AI to accelerate breakthroughs while deepening cooperation with the UK AI Security Institute.
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Tesla’s Optimus robot falls during live demo, triggering debate over teleoperation claims
A viral video shows Tesla’s Optimus robot falling during a demo, sparking speculation that it was being controlled via teleoperation rather than autonomous AI, contradicting Musk’s claims.
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Disney lets Mickey, Simba and others appear in OpenAI’s Sora videos but…
Disney has licensed 200+ characters to OpenAI’s Sora, allowing AI-generated videos featuring Mickey, Simba, Cinderella and more, but with strict limits on actor likenesses, character integrity and training data.
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Hogwarts Legacy is free on the Epic Games Store: Here’s how to claim it permanently
Hogwarts Legacy is free on the Epic Games Store for a limited time. Once claimed, it stays in your library forever and can be downloaded anytime.
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Sergey Brin overtakes Jeff Bezos in global billionaires' list thanks to...
Google cofounder Sergey Brin has overtaken Jeff Bezos in the global wealth rankings after a surge in Alphabet’s stock, driven by Gemini 3’s strong performance and new endorsements.
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Google unveils its deepest AI research agent yet, just hours before OpenAI dropped GPT-5.2
Google released a reengineered Gemini Deep Research agent powered by Gemini 3 Pro, adding developer APIs and preparing for deep integration across Google products — only for OpenAI to answer with GPT-5.2 the very same day.
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Google introduces Emergency Live Video for Android: Key details
Google’s new Emergency Live Video feature lets Android users stream encrypted footage to emergency responders during crises, improving real-time assessment and guidance.
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5201314 was one of India’s most-searched meanings on Google in 2025: Here’s what the Chinese number really means
India’s fifth most-searched meaning in 2025 was 5201314, a Chinese numeric phrase meaning “I love you for a lifetime,” reflecting Mandarin phonetic slang and digital culture.
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Nvidia rejects claims that China’s DeepSeek is using ‘smuggled Blackwell chips’
Nvidia denies reports that DeepSeek is using smuggled Blackwell GPUs, while the company develops new location-tracking tools to help prevent chip diversion into restricted markets.
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Google is testing AI article overviews: What to expect
Google is testing AI-powered summaries on select publishers’ Google News pages, paying partners to offset reduced clicks while expanding personalisation tools such as Preferred Sources.
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Sam Altman says he relies on ChatGPT for raising his newborn: ‘I cannot imagine doing it without it’
Sam Altman says he frequently uses ChatGPT for parenting advice, calling it indispensable for raising his newborn and reflecting on its growing role in daily life.
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Instagram now lets you repost public stories without being tagged: What changes and how it works
Instagram now lets users repost public Stories without being tagged, adding native attribution and creator controls while the company moves to a full in-office schedule in 2026.
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Google Pixel Camera 10.2 Update Restores Original Brightness and Shadow Controls
Pixel Camera 10.2 restores the original brightness-first slider layout, reversing design changes from version 10.1 and returning the interface to a familiar setup.
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Indian-origin YouTube CEO Neal Mohan named TIME’s 2025 CEO of the year
TIME has named YouTube CEO Neal Mohan its 2025 CEO of the Year, citing his steady leadership and major impact on YouTube’s global influence.
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iPhone 18 leak hints at Apple’s first under-display Face ID system
Leaks claim Apple is testing under-display Face ID for the iPhone 18 series, potentially shrinking the Dynamic Island and debuting alongside new processors and Apple’s in-house modem.
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Google launches repair initiative for Pixel 9 Pro displays and extends warranty for Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Google has introduced a 3-year repair programme for Pixel 9 Pro display faults and a 3-year extended warranty for Pixel 9 Pro Fold units potentially affected by functional issues, likely tied to the display.
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GTA Online’s ‘A Safehouse in the Hills’ update drops this week with mansions, missions, and new tools
GTA Online’s “A Safehouse in the Hills” update launches December 10 with luxury mansions, new missions, vehicles, a mission creator, expanded tools, and major perks for GTA+ members.
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Google explains how Chrome will keep its upcoming agentic features secure
Google has detailed the security architecture behind Chrome’s upcoming agentic features, using critic models, origin controls, user permissions, and injection defences to keep automated actions safe.
