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Is someone spying on your WhatsApp? Here’s how to find out (and what to do next)

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Is someone spying on your WhatsApp? Here’s how to find out (and what to do next)

Even though WhatsApp offers end-to-end encryption, your account can still be compromised through spyware, malicious apps, or leaked QR code access. This guide helps you identify signs that someone might be spying on your WhatsApp.

'People without AI glasses will…', warns Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg

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'People without AI glasses will…', warns Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says AI-powered smart glasses will soon replace traditional interfaces. He warns that users who do not adopt wearable AI may fall behind, as Meta doubles down on its long-term vision despite mounting losses.

Apple AirTag is now supported by 30 airlines globally: Full List

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Apple AirTag is now supported by 30 airlines globally: Full List

The feature, introduced in iOS 18.2, allows users to generate a live tracking link from the Find My app and securely share it with airlines to help recover lost baggage faster.

Nothing OS 4.0 Beta based on Android 16 arrives in August for Phone (3)

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Nothing OS 4.0 Beta based on Android 16 arrives in August for Phone (3)

Nothing Phone (3) users can soon try Android 16 with the new Nothing OS 4.0 beta. The Phone (3) was launched earlier this month at a starting price of Rs 79,999.

GitHub Copilot crosses 20 million users as AI coding tools get popular

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GitHub Copilot crosses 20 million users as AI coding tools get popular

GitHub’s Copilot tool, which helps developers write code faster using AI, has now crossed 20 million users. The milestone comes amid growing demand for AI-assisted software development and heated competition in the coding assistant space.

Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale goes live: Deals on electronics, appliances, and more

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Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale goes live: Deals on electronics, appliances, and more

Amazon’s Great Freedom Festival Sale is now live in India, offering discounts on smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, and home appliances. The sale runs until August 8, with early access for Prime members.

Rakhi Gift guide 2025: Gadgets under Rs 999 to present your sister

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Rakhi Gift guide 2025: Gadgets under Rs 999 to present your sister

Under Rs. 1,000 Rakhi gift ideas: portable speaker, earphones, charging station, smart scale and more.

YouTube to be banned for kids under 16 in Australia very soon 

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YouTube to be banned for kids under 16 in Australia very soon 

Australia has added YouTube to its age-restricted social media list, banning users under 16 from creating accounts starting 10 December. 

Top smartwatches under Rs. 2,999: Best-selling models on Amazon

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Top smartwatches under Rs. 2,999: Best-selling models on Amazon

Smartwatches under Rs 2,999 packing AMOLED displays, Bluetooth calling, health trackers, and week-long battery life—top picks from Noise, Redmi, Fire‑Boltt, boAt, Dizo, and more.

Tea app disables DMs after second data breach leaks over a million messages

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Tea app disables DMs after second data breach leaks over a million messages

The platform suffered its first breach, leaking over 72,000 images used for account verification including selfies and photo IDs, which later surfaced on online forums like 4chan.

iPhone 17 Pro leak teases major camera upgrades with 8x zoom and dual recording

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iPhone 17 Pro leak teases major camera upgrades with 8x zoom and dual recording

Apple may be gearing up to overhaul the iPhone Pro camera experience with 8x optical zoom, a new pro camera app, dual camera recording and design tweaks. 

Meta to allow some job candidates use AI during Interviews, coding tests

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Meta to allow some job candidates use AI during Interviews, coding tests

Meta is piloting a new job interview format where selected candidates can use AI tools during technical assessments.

YouTube loosens its language as the 'F-word' gets a pass

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YouTube loosens its language as the 'F-word' gets a pass

YouTube now allows stronger profanity in early parts of videos without demonetising creators, reflecting changing advertiser expectations.

Google Search AI mode now lets you upload homework images, PDFs and more

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Google Search AI mode now lets you upload homework images, PDFs and more

Google Search’s AI Mode now supports image uploads on desktop, with PDF and Drive integration coming soon. Google's AI Mode can  analyse photos of homework problems, with more file and camera features on the way.

Adobe makes its very easy for Photoshop users to remove people or objects in photos 

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Adobe makes its very easy for Photoshop users to remove people or objects in photos 

Adobe has rolled out a fresh set of generative AI tools for Photoshop that simplify photo editing like never before.  Adobe’s new Harmonize AI tool automatically blends added objects with lighting, shadows, and tones to match the original photo.

Mobile phones launching in August 2025: Google Pixel 10, Oppo K13 Turbo, Vivo V60 and more

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Mobile phones launching in August 2025: Google Pixel 10, Oppo K13 Turbo, Vivo V60 and more

August 2025 will see several new smartphones across categories, including the Google Pixel 10 lineup, Vivo V60 and T4R, OPPO K13 series, and Lava Agni 4. From foldables to high-end midrange devices, the upcoming month promises plenty of options for buyers.

Sony sues Tencent for ‘copying’ Horizon Game series: Report

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Sony sues Tencent for ‘copying’ Horizon Game series: Report

The lawsuit accuses Tencent of replicating the visual style, themes, and character design of Horizon Zero Dawn and Forbidden West.

iQOO Z10 Turbo+ 5G mobile price in India, specifications, release date and more

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iQOO Z10 Turbo+ 5G mobile price in India, specifications, release date and more

iQOO Z10 Turbo+ design has been officially teased ahead of its August launch in China. The smartphone will offer a flat AMOLED display, Dimensity 9400+ chipset, 8,000mAh battery, and dual rear cameras. Pre-bookings are now open with benefits worth Rs. 25,000.

Meta smartwatch with camera to launch in September? Here's what we know

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Meta smartwatch with camera to launch in September? Here's what we know

Meta is rumoured to relaunch its smartwatch project at the Meta Connect event in September 2025. The new wearable may include a built-in camera and AI features and act as a companion to Meta’s AI glasses. The report comes via DigiTimes.

iPhone 16e price cut on Amazon: New deal offers Rs 10,000 discount, here's how to get it

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iPhone 16e price cut on Amazon: New deal offers Rs 10,000 discount, here's how to get it

iPhone 16e is now available for as low as Rs. 48,545 on Amazon India after discounts and cashback. With the same A18 chip as the iPhone 16, it offers excellent performance and battery life, though it compromises on camera and design features.

Best laptops from Apple, Asus, Lenovo and others with maximum discount on Amazon

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Best laptops from Apple, Asus, Lenovo and others with maximum discount on Amazon

Amazon is listing huge discounts up to 43% on high-end laptops like MacBook Air, ASUS Zenbook, Lenovo IdeaPad, and ROG gaming models. Here are the best deals available now.

iPhone 17 Pro may get this special display feature as Apple drops ProMotion

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iPhone 17 Pro may get this special display feature as Apple drops ProMotion

iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max may gain a new anti-reflective, scratch-resistant display exclusive to them, potentially based on Apple’s nano-texture glass tech seen in recent iPads and Macs.

iOS 26 public release expected in September, public beta to arrive by July-end

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iOS 26 public release expected in September, public beta to arrive by July-end

Apple is preparing to roll out iOS 26 with a fresh design and several major updates. The full version is expected to launch in mid-September, while the public beta is likely to go live by the end of July.

Epic Games slams UK regulator over 'weak' digital rules, says Fortnite return on iPhone uncertain

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Epic Games slams UK regulator over 'weak' digital rules, says Fortnite return on iPhone uncertain

Epic Games has strongly criticised the UK’s new digital markets regulation, claiming it lacks teeth and fails to open up Apple’s ecosystem. As a result, the return of Fortnite and launch of the Epic Games Store on iOS in the UK remain uncertain.

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