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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.

Amazon salaries revealed: Here’s how much engineers, data scientist and others earn in US as H-1B employees

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Amazon salaries revealed: Here’s how much engineers, data scientist and others earn in US as H-1B employees

Amazon’s US H-1B salaries for foreign tech workers show wide variation based on roles and divisions. New H-1B visa filings show how much Amazon pays its foreign employees across roles like software development, data science, and financial analysis. 

Apple iPhone Fold rumoured display sizes revealed: Here’s what to expect 

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Apple iPhone Fold rumoured display sizes revealed: Here’s what to expect 

Apple’s first foldable iPhone could feature a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer screen, as per TrendForce and previous claims by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

NASA became angry after viral marketing of this super hit movie, here’s why

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NASA became angry after viral marketing of this super hit movie, here’s why

Roland Emmerich’s 2009 disaster film 2012 didn’t just stir box office buzz — it sparked panic. A viral marketing campaign promoting the movie falsely warned of a global apocalypse, leading thousands to flood NASA with distressed messages.

Apple may launch six new iPhone models in 2027, including its first foldable

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Apple may launch six new iPhone models in 2027, including its first foldable

Apple is tipped to launch six iPhone 18 models across 2026 and 2027, including a budget iPhone 18e and the first foldable iPhone. 

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt says AI boom is not a bubble but …

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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt says AI boom is not a bubble but …

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt believes the AI boom is not heading for a crash.  Schmidt believes the AI boom is building lasting infrastructure, not speculative hype

Vivo V60 5G mobile: Expected price in India, launch date and more

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Vivo V60 5G mobile: Expected price in India, launch date and more

Vivo is preparing to launch the V60 5G in India next month, with reports indicating an August 12 debut. 

Alibaba unveils Qwen3-Coder, its most powerful open-source AI model for coding

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Alibaba unveils Qwen3-Coder, its most powerful open-source AI model for coding

Alibaba Qwen3-Coder features 480 billion parameters in a Mixture-of-Experts setup, the model supports long context handling and excels in agentic coding tasks.

OpenAI has agreed to pay Oracle $30 billion every year, here's why

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OpenAI has agreed to pay Oracle $30 billion every year, here's why

OpenAI has been revealed as the customer behind Oracle’s $30 billion annual cloud deal, aimed at powering the ambitious Stargate data centre project. All details you need to know

Amazon acquires Bee, the AI company which makes a wearable that records whatever you say 

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Amazon acquires Bee, the AI company which makes a wearable that records whatever you say 

Amazon has confirmed the acquisition of Bee, a startup behind an AI-powered wearable that records conversations to generate reminders and to-do lists. 

iPhone 17 Air battery life may not be great but Apple could have a ‘backup plan’

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iPhone 17 Air battery life may not be great but Apple could have a ‘backup plan’

iPhone 17 Air is expected to feature a thinner design, but new leaks suggest its battery capacity may not exceed 3000mAh — far lower than other models in the lineup.

Affordable tablets under Rs 20,000 in India (July 2025) from Lenovo, Samsung, OnePlus and more

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Affordable tablets under Rs 20,000 in India (July 2025) from Lenovo, Samsung, OnePlus and more

Looking for a feature-packed tablet on a budget? Several brands including Lenovo, Samsung, OnePlus and Lava are offering capable Android tablets under Rs. 20,000 in India this July. These tablets are ideal for students, casual entertainment, and basic productivity tasks. From large screens and quad speakers to long battery life and stylus support, there’s a lot on offer. Here's a = list of top options to consider, with prices starting as low as Rs. 8,999.

Windows 11 users, Microsoft is testing a new way to increase your PC performance

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Windows 11 users, Microsoft is testing a new way to increase your PC performance

Microsoft is rolling out a new system in Windows 11 test builds to automatically collect performance logs when users report sluggish behaviour. The move is aimed at identifying and resolving long-standing performance complaints, with more fixes expected in the upcoming 25H2 update.

OnePlus Pad Lite Android tablet to launch on launch in India on July 23: Specifications and more

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OnePlus Pad Lite Android tablet to launch on launch in India on July 23: Specifications and more

OnePlus has teased the launch of a new tablet in India on July 23. While the OnePlus Pad 3 was already announced, the teaser hints at the Indian debut of the more affordable OnePlus Pad Lite, which recently launched in Europe.

iQOO Z10R launch on July 24: How the new phone will be different from iQOO Z10 5G

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iQOO Z10R launch on July 24: How the new phone will be different from iQOO Z10 5G

The iQOO Z10R is set to launch in India on July 24, targeting the budget segment under Rs. 20,000. Positioned just below the iQOO Z10, it brings a few changes in design, internals, and battery. While both phones aim to deliver strong performance in their price brackets, the Z10R introduces a different chipset and a new design approach. Here’s a breakdown of how the two compare.

GTA V game finally launches in these two countries after a 12-year ban

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GTA V game finally launches in these two countries after a 12-year ban

Grand Theft Auto V has been officially released in Saudi Arabia and the UAE on July 17, 2025, following a 12-year ban. The uncensored version is now available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, with gambling features disabled to comply with local laws.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 screen repair may cost more than Rs 76,000

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 screen repair may cost more than Rs 76,000

Samsung’s latest foldables have seen a strong start in India with 2.1 lakh pre-orders, but early repair estimates show just how expensive these devices could be to maintain.

Google Pixel 10 Series: Expected India price, specs and design leaks

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Google Pixel 10 Series: Expected India price, specs and design leaks

Google is set to launch the Pixel 10 series on August 20 at its 'Made by Google' event in New York. The Pixel 10 lineup is expected to include four models: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. This mirrors last year's Pixel 9 series, continuing the company's shift to an earlier launch timeline, likely to stay ahead of Apple’s iPhone 17 launch in September.

DuckDuckGo now lets you hide AI-generated images: Here’s how it works

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DuckDuckGo now lets you hide AI-generated images: Here’s how it works

DuckDuckGo has introduced an image search filter that hides AI-generated visuals, helping users prioritise real images. The feature, powered by open-source blocklists, can be enabled via the image search toolbar or by visiting noai.duckduckgo.com. While not perfect, it marks a key step toward transparency and control in AI-era search results.

Your iPhone with iOS 26 update will get these 8 emojis: Check out

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Your iPhone with iOS 26 update will get these 8 emojis: Check out

Apple will roll out eight new emoji in a future iOS 26 update, as part of the Unicode 17.0 release. From an orca to a distorted face, here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming soon to your emoji keyboard.

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