TECHNOLOGY
GTA 6 faces fresh delay fears as development reportedly still unfinished
If GTA 6 does slip again, it would reinforce the studio’s long-held belief that timing matters less than delivering a landmark release that can dominate the industry for years.
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‘What exactly did you do last year?’ Amazon asks employees before appraisals
Amazon’s latest move shows how performance management in big tech is evolving, with accountability and evidence now taking precedence over perception and potential.
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Leaked iPhone Fold design hints at a pocketable iPad rather than a traditional phone
An iPad mini that folds into your pocket would represent a bold rethink of the iPhone’s role. If Apple does go down this path, the iPhone Fold could end up redefining not just foldables, but the boundary between phone and tablet itself.
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Alphabet overtakes Apple in market value as Google’s AI revival reshapes Big Tech rankings
Alphabet’s return to the top reflects how decisively Google has repositioned itself. By combining rapid AI innovation with progress in chips, cloud services, and autonomous technology, the company has convinced investors that it is once again setting the pace in Big Tech.
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Sundar Pichai says Gmail is entering its biggest shift yet with Gemini-powered AI inbox
Google is rolling out a major Gemini-powered overhaul of Gmail, with Sundar Pichai calling it the service’s biggest shift yet. The update turns Gmail into an AI-first inbox that summarises threads, drafts replies, prioritises messages, and actively helps users manage email overload.
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Microsoft’s Eric Horvitz warns Trump-era research cuts could cost the US its AI leadership
Microsoft chief scientist Eric Horvitz has warned that deep cuts to US academic research funding under the Trump administration could undermine America’s long-term leadership in artificial intelligence
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Google and Character.AI move towards big settlements in AI chatbot harm lawsuits
Google and Character.AI are close to landmark settlements over lawsuits alleging AI chatbots contributed to severe harm among teenagers. If finalised, the deals could set the first major legal precedent for accountability in emotionally persuasive AI systems.
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Nvidia tightens China sales terms as H200 demand collides with geopolitical risk
Nvidia has reportedly rewritten the rulebook for its Chinese clientele, demanding full upfront payment for its flagship H200 AI processors. With over two million units on backorder and regulatory goalposts moving on both sides of the Pacific, the chipmaker is effectively offloading its geopolitical risk onto the buyer.
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Apple Watch may soon track blood sugar with this new sensor
A new breath-based sensor entering human trials now suggests the underlying technology may finally be catching up with Apple’s long-term ambitions.
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iPhone users not updating to iOS 26? This is what data has to say
Is iOS 26 struggling to gain traction, or is the data telling two very different stories? New reports from Statcounter and TelemetryDeck paint sharply contrasting pictures of how quickly iPhone users are upgrading, raising questions about what iOS adoption numbers really mean and which metrics matter most.
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YouTube tweaks search filters with new names, fewer options, and a push for relevance
The changes aim to make search results feel cleaner, more relevant, and better aligned with how people actually browse videos today.
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Apple’s 200MP iPhone camera: What to expect, when it may arrive, and more
Apple is reportedly planning a major jump in iPhone camera resolution, but not anytime soon. A new investor note suggests the company’s first 200MP iPhone camera is still several years away, reflecting Apple’s typically cautious approach to headline hardware upgrades.
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This snap-on MacBook accessory claims to add touch controls without buying a new Mac
Touchscreens on Macs have long been a point of debate, and while Apple may still be months away from making them official, a new third-party accessory wants to fill the gap. Intricuit’s Magic Screen promises to add touch input to existing MacBooks without a hardware upgrade.
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Google’s Gemini AI targets runners with personalised marathon training and recovery planning
Rather than focusing on raw motivation or generic advice, Google emphasised Gemini’s ability to generate customised training schedules based on a runner’s background, availability, and race objectives.
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Apple iPhone 17e tipped to enter mass production soon as leaks hint at specs and pricing strategy
The iPhone 16e was notable for being Apple’s first smartphone to debut the company’s in-house modem. The iPhone 17e is expected to continue this approach, potentially adopting the newer C1X modem that Apple introduced with the iPhone Air.
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Indian startups and companies expand footprint at CES 2026: Report
Indian startups and companies are steadily expanding their presence at CES 2026, signalling India’s growing confidence on the global tech stage. Event organisers say participation from India is rising, with startups and established brands using CES as a launchpad for international visibility and partnerships.
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Elon Musk cautions Nvidia’s Rubin AI chips will take months to scale despite CES 2026 hype
Elon Musk has tempered the excitement around Nvidia’s Rubin AI chips unveiled at CES 2026, warning that real-world deployment will take time. While acknowledging Rubin’s technical ambition, Musk suggested it could be months before the hardware and software stack are ready to scale reliably.
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OpenAI VP and veteran researcher Jerry Tworek steps down, here's why
One of OpenAI’s most influential researchers is leaving at a pivotal moment for the company to pursue research directions that no longer fit within OpenAI’s current structure.
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Stranger things: Experimental tech products at CES 2026 that will make you ask ‘Why?’
These products may never go mainstream, but they capture the real spirit of the show better than any incremental smartphone update. CES 2026 once again proves that innovation often looks strange before it makes sense.
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Bought a new iPhone? Here are 6 basic things to try with new iOS 26
Whether you bought a new iPhone or just updated the software of your old one, now that iOS 26 is rolling out to all users, the scale of changes becomes clear the moment your iPhone restarts. If you have used older iPhones, you may be surprised to see the changes with iOS 26. Apple has not just refreshed visuals but also added practical features that need manual setup to work as intended. Running through this checklist ensures you are not missing out on what matters most.
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Instagram adds background music to carousel posts, giving photo updates a new audio twist
Instagram has rolled out a new feature that allows users to add background music to photo carousel posts. The update brings audio to multi-image posts without turning them into videos, offering both regular users and creators a new way to share moments more expressively.
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BSNL rolls out VoWiFi calling across India: What it means, how it works and who can use it
BSNL has launched Voice over Wi-Fi or VoWiFi services across all telecom circles in India. The feature enables users to make calls and send messages using Wi-Fi instead of mobile networks, helping improve connectivity in homes, offices and remote regions with weak signal coverage.
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Apple’s rumoured budget MacBook for 2026: Expected Size, chip, price and launch date
Apple is expected to introduce a low-cost MacBook in 2026, aimed at students and everyday users who currently rely on Chromebooks, budget Windows laptops or iPads with keyboards. Powered by the A18 Pro chip, the new MacBook could deliver strong everyday performance, long battery life and macOS at a significantly lower price than the MacBook Air.
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Arattai comes to Android TV with New Year update: Features, setup process and what users can expect next
Arattai has officially expanded to Android TV, bringing video calls and meetings to smart TVs with a New Year update. Announced by Zoho Chief Scientist Sridhar Vembu, the new app is designed to offer a richer video calling experience on larger screens, with more updates planned through 2026.
