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Halo: Combat Evolved returns with Unreal Engine 5 remake: Release date, platforms, and key upgrades
Halo: Campaign Evolved will launch in 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5, available immediately with Game Pass.
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5 AI coding chatbots that can help you learn write and code
These AI coding chatbots demonstrate how far developer tools have come in 2025. Whether you want fast autocompletion, full conversational help, deep integration with cloud systems or team-wide code quality aids, there’s a solution for you. Match your choice to your workflow, language set and team size, and you’ll unlock serious productivity gains.
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Adaptive Power extends iPhone battery life: What it is, how it works, and more
Battery longevity remains a top concern for iPhone users, and Apple appears to have addressed it with the latest iOS 26 update. Whether you own the compact iPhone Air, the high-end iPhone 17 Pro Max, or a recent older model, a new feature called Adaptive Power is designed to help your device last longer during demanding days.
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Windows 10 phase-out sparks surge in Mac sales, claims report
Apple’s Mac sales rose nearly 15% in Q3 2025 as the looming Windows 10 support deadline fuels a global PC upgrade cycle, benefiting major vendors like Lenovo and Asus while shifting enterprise interest toward AI-ready systems.
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OpenAI’s secret ‘Project Mercury’ could replace entry-level bankers and consultants
OpenAI’s top-secret Project Mercury employs over 100 ex-bankers and consultants to train AI models capable of performing complex financial modelling and consulting tasks. The initiative, reportedly paying $150 per hour to participants, could disrupt entry-level roles in banking by automating core analyst functions. With major firms like Morgan Stanley already testing the technology and JPMorgan financing OpenAI’s expansion, Project Mercury could mark a turning point in how Wall Street integrates artificial intelligence.
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Microsoft Mico Explained: The animated AI companion bringing Copilot to life
Microsoft has unveiled Mico, an optional animated AI assistant for Copilot, designed to make interactions more human, expressive, and emotionally engaging. The avatar enhances Windows AI experiences by turning text and voice exchanges into interactive, visually rich conversations.
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Mark Zuckerberg backs Meta’s multi-billion dollar AI spending spree
Meta’s latest earnings call made one thing clear — Mark Zuckerberg is betting the company’s future on artificial intelligence, even as investors show signs of unease.
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Chrome for Android gets a makeover with a new design, here's what's changed
Chrome for Android has fully adopted Google’s new Material You Expressive design, introducing rounded elements, dynamic colours, and visual polish without changing button sizes. The update, now part of Chrome 141, enhances visual consistency with other Google apps while retaining Chrome’s compact and familiar layout.
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Microsoft faces lawsuit in Australia for allegedly misleading users into pricier AI-powered 365 plans
The ACCC has sued Microsoft for allegedly misleading millions of Australian users into upgrading to costlier Microsoft 365 plans featuring Copilot. The regulator claims Microsoft concealed a cheaper, Copilot-free option and violated consumer law. Microsoft faces potential fines, injunctions, and refund orders.
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AI browsers explained: What is an AI browser and who is it for
Despite the hype around OpenAI’s ChatGPT Atlas, early testers say AI browsers offer only minor convenience gains, with unclear value for everyday users and potential implications for the open web.
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IBM proves quantum computing algorithm works on AMD chip: Why it could change the game
IBM’s success in running quantum error correction on standard AMD chips marks a pivotal moment — proving that practical quantum processing no longer depends on costly, specialised hardware.
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Google Gemini now creates presentations in seconds: here’s how it works
Google Gemini’s Canvas tool now lets users instantly generate structured presentations from text prompts or uploaded files. The feature, initially available to Pro users, auto-creates themed slides, outlines, and visuals, streamlining workflows for educators and professionals.
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Apple may start showing ads in Apple Maps from 2026
Apple is reportedly preparing to introduce search-based ads in Apple Maps by 2026, allowing businesses to pay for better visibility. While Apple aims to use AI to maintain relevance and improve user experience, the move risks consumer backlash amid growing concerns about the iPhone becoming overly commercialised.
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Microsoft Teams to automatically detect when you're in office: Here’s what it means
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Bengaluru techie uses ChatGPT to land 7 interviews in 2 months and a job at PayPal: Report
Bengaluru-born techie Amar Saurabh built a custom ChatGPT model to automate and personalise his job search, landing seven interviews and a PayPal offer in just two months. His custom AI handled outreach, résumé optimisation, and interview prep: proving that AI, when used creatively, can dramatically boost job search efficiency.
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Netflix shuts down Boss Fight Entertainment, studio behind Squid Game: Unleashed
Netflix has closed down Boss Fight Entertainment, the game studio behind Squid Game: Unleashed, which topped charts in 26 countries. The move comes as part of the company’s restructuring within its gaming division, according to multiple reports.
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Satya Nadella reveals three Copilot AI features he now uses every day
In a short video shared on X (formerly Twitter), Nadella described these updates as breakthroughs that redefine how users interact with computers: even likening one to the leap brought by touchscreens.
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Jeff Bezos predicts millions could live in space by 2045, calls AI era ‘civilizational abundance’
At Italian Tech Week 2025, Jeff Bezos predicted that by 2045, millions of people could choose to live in space, supported by robotic labour. He called AI and technology the foundation of a coming “civilizational abundance,” countering fears of societal decline.
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Microsoft clarifies Gaming Copilot privacy concerns: Screenshots only captured during active use
Microsoft has clarified that its Gaming Copilot feature for Windows 11 only captures gameplay screenshots while users are actively interacting with the AI, and these images are not used to train models.
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Elon Musk reveals how a single tweet led to Tesla AI hire Ashok Elluswamy
A single 2015 tweet from Elon Musk helped Tesla recruit Ashok Elluswamy, who later became head of the company’s Autopilot and AI division. The post exemplifies Musk’s unconventional hiring approach and highlights Tesla’s largely organic growth in AI capabilities, with Elluswamy now playing a central role in developing the company’s autonomous driving systems.
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Top 6 funny ChatGPT replies that went viral
These viral moments highlight how humour has become a shared language between humans and AI. Whether through absurd questions, clever reversals, or unexpected honesty, ChatGPT continues to produce laughter in ways that feel strangely human yet delightfully robotic.
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iPhone 18 could come with more RAM, reports suggest
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 series may see a major memory boost, with all models expected to feature at least 12GB of RAM as the company expands AI capabilities and pushes suppliers like Samsung to increase high-performance memory output.
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Best AI video editing apps that content creators must try
The best AI video editing software now spans a spectrum from automated content creation to high-level customisation. Whether you want quick social media clips, interactive avatars, or full creative control, there is a tool to match your workflow. Choosing the right platform depends on. your production goals, team size, and level of creative freedom
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Microsoft Teams to automatically detect when you're in office: Here’s what it means
Microsoft Teams may soon be able to detect when you’re physically in the office and automatically update your location based on the Wi-Fi network you’re connected to. According to a new listing spotted on the Microsoft 365 roadmap by TechRadar, the upcoming feature will set an employee’s work location to reflect the specific office building once their device connects to the organisation’s internal Wi-Fi.
