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Global smartphone shipments set for record 12.4% drop in 2026 as memory crunch bites
After four quarters of recovery, the global smartphone market is staring at its sharpest annual decline on record. Counterpoint Research forecasts a 12.4% year-on-year drop in 2026, driven not by weak demand but by a severe memory supply crunch that could drag the industry down until late 2027.
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WhatsApp Web down: Users report login failures, message sync issues across regions
WhatsApp Web appears to be facing an outage, with users reporting problems accessing the platform and sending messages. According to data from Downdetector, complaints surged sharply on February 26, indicating a possible disruption in service.
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Tim Cook teases “big week ahead” as Apple set to launch new iPhone, iPads and MacBooks
In a teaser posted on X, Tim Cook described “a big week ahead” that starts Monday morning. The short video shows hands reshaping an incomplete Apple logo into its familiar form, with a grey, aluminium-like finish hinting at new hardware.
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eBay to lay off hundreds of employees in latest round of job cuts
eBay said in a statement that the move is part of efforts to reinvest across the business and better align its organisational structure with strategic priorities.
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Explained: What is Perplexity Computer, what it can do, and more
Despite the name, Computer is not hardware. It is an orchestration layer designed to coordinate models behind the scenes.
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Apple Borivali opens in Mumbai as company expands India retail footprint
Apple Borivali is positioned to serve customers across Mumbai, particularly in the city’s northern growth corridors. Located inside Sky City Mall, the store will offer Apple’s full range of products and services
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ChatGPT becomes second most downloaded app in the world, trails only TikTok
New State of Mobile 2026 report shows AI Assistants among fastest-growing categories by downloads, revenue and time spent
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"Markets got it wrong": Jensen Huang on why AI agents will use software tools, not replace them
Just hours after Nvidia posted another blockbuster quarter, Huang pushed back against the idea that so-called agentic AI will cannibalise the software industry. Instead, he said, AI agents will rely on existing software tools to get work done, not eliminate them.
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Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra price in India revealed and it starts at Rs 4225 per month
Samsung has announced India pricing for the Galaxy S26 lineup, confirming starting prices, limited-time storage upgrade offers, pre-order benefits and delivery timelines across online and offline channels.
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Aravind Srinivas announces voice mode for Comet web browser, bringing full hands-free browsing control
Aravind Srinivas announced Voice Mode for the Comet web browser, enabling hands-free browsing through spoken commands, allowing users to open websites, switch tabs, search online, and navigate pages without manual input.
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Anthropic launches new Cowork and plugins to streamline finance workflows across enterprises
Anthropic has rolled out major updates to Cowork and its plugin ecosystem, focusing on finance teams with new connectors, private marketplaces, and workflow tools designed for enterprise-wide automation.
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How a man accidentally hacked 7,000 DJI robot vacuum cleaners using PS5 controller
Software engineer Sammy Azdoufal discovered a major security flaw in DJI robot vacuum cleaners, exposing data from about 7,000 devices worldwide. The vulnerability allowed access to live feeds and floor maps, highlighting risks in poorly secured smart home devices.
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Holi 2026: 10 AI prompts to turn your photos into cinematic-style Holi celebration photos using Google Gemini
Holi 2026: Transform your everyday photos into cinematic Holi celebration images using Google Gemini Nano Banana Pro with detailed prompts, realistic lighting effects, and artistic styles for vibrant festival-ready visuals.
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Tim Cook remembers Steve Jobs on his 71st birthday with this message on X
Tim Cook marked Steve Jobs’ 71st birthday with a heartfelt message on X, reflecting on the Apple co-founder’s leadership, innovation, and enduring influence on the company’s culture and vision
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Apple's most affordable iPhone of 2026 set to launch soon: Here's what to expect from iPhone 17e
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17e during its March 4 “Special Experience” week, marking the first refresh of last year’s budget-focused model. While upgrades like the A19 chip and MagSafe are likely, core compromises such as a 60Hz display may remain firmly in place.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 series to launch on February 26: Here's everything we know
Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy S26 series on February 26, with leaks pointing to upgrades in AI features, camera hardware, and performance. Here’s what to expect.
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Apple plans three-day product blitz in early March with new iPhone, MacBooks, iPads
Apple is preparing an unusually structured start to 2026. Instead of a single keynote, the company is expected to unveil new products across three consecutive days in early March, culminating in what it calls a “special Apple Experience” for select press.
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Cash on Delivery (COD) scam explained: How it works and things to avoid them
Cash on delivery scams trick people into paying for unordered parcels using leaked personal data, fake delivery alerts, and courier collections, leaving victims with worthless items and financial loss
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Asha Sharma takes over as CEO of Microsoft Gaming division as company reshuffles leadership
Microsoft’s gaming division is entering a new era. Phil Spencer, the longtime face of Xbox, is stepping down after 38 years at the company. His departure comes as Microsoft navigates slowing console momentum, integration of Activision Blizzard and broader questions about the future of gaming.
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How India uses ChatGPT: Coding, learning and work lead the way, reveals OpenAI
The findings suggest that in India, ChatGPT is evolving from a curiosity to a core utility, particularly for coding, learning and early-career productivity.
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ChatGPT edits viral AI Impact Summit moment featuring Sam Altman, Anthropic CEO and PM Modi
A viral image from the AI Impact Summit showing an awkward exchange between OpenAI chief Sam Altman and Anthropic’s CEO alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now been humorously edited using ChatGPT tools.
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Accenture's message to senior staff: Use AI or risk losing...
According to a report by the Financial Times, associate directors and senior managers at Accenture were informed that “regular adoption” of AI tools would be required to progress into leadership positions.
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Sundar Pichai outlines Google’s AI strategy and India investment at AI summit
Thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and global leaders in attendance, Pichai framed artificial intelligence as both the defining technology of the era and a test of how responsibly the world can deploy it.
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India AI Summit 2026: Alexandr Wang says Meta wants to bring AI into people’s daily lives in India
Meta’s Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang said the company is focused on embedding AI into everyday life in India, unveiling upcoming models and outlining a vision for personalised superintelligence.
