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Apple shipped 5 full planes of iPhones from India to the US to avoid new import taxes

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Apple shipped 5 full planes of iPhones from India to the US to avoid new import taxes

To avoid those extra costs, Apple quickly sent products that were already made in India and China to its warehouses in the US. Usually, this time of year isn’t busy for shipping, but the company didn’t want to take any chances.

Microsoft sacks employee for protesting at company’s 50th anniversary event

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Microsoft sacks employee for protesting at company’s 50th anniversary event

Ibtihal Aboussad disrupted Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman’s speech at the company's 50th anniversary event. He called Microsoft a "war profiteer".

Samsung starts rolling out Visual AI to these Galaxy phones with Gemini Live update: How to enable, things you can do and other details

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Samsung starts rolling out Visual AI to these Galaxy phones with Gemini Live update: How to enable, things you can do and other details

Samsung has begun rolling out a new Visual AI feature powered by Gemini Live for the Galaxy S25 series, offering users real-time visual interaction capabilities through a free software update starting April 7.

Vivo to launch X200s and X200 Ultra along with new tablets and smartwatches later this month: All the details

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Vivo to launch X200s and X200 Ultra along with new tablets and smartwatches later this month: All the details

Vivo is set to launch the X200 Ultra, X200s, Pad5 Pro, Pad SE, and Watch 5 on April 21, expanding its device lineup

ChatGPT can generate ‘fake Aadhaar card’: Step-by-step guide on how to check for authenticity

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ChatGPT can generate ‘fake Aadhaar card’: Step-by-step guide on how to check for authenticity

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to verify whether an Aadhaar card is authentic or generated by AI.

Honeywell Suono P2200 review: Balanced sound, impressive battery life

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Honeywell Suono P2200 review: Balanced sound, impressive battery life

The Honeywell Suono P2200 TWS earphones promise long battery life and boast dynamic audio with 6mm drivers in each earbud. They also come with IPX5 water-resistant technology and are extremely lightweight. However, they have some drawbacks. Read our in-depth review to learn more.

CMF Phone 2 Pro to launch alongside CMF Buds 2 series in India, Nothing confirms

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CMF Phone 2 Pro to launch alongside CMF Buds 2 series in India, Nothing confirms

Nothing is all set to expand its CMF lineup in India. The company has officially confirmed that the CMF Phone 2 Pro will launch on Monday.

Sony launches LinkBuds Fit earbuds in India: Price, features, and all you need to know

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Sony launches LinkBuds Fit earbuds in India: Price, features, and all you need to know

Sony has designed the LinkBuds Fit keeping comfort in mind. It has introduced new Air Fitting Supporters and soft ear tips designed using data from real ear shapes.

Meta’s latest AI model, Llama 4, is here: Can it generate Ghibli art

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Meta’s latest AI model, Llama 4, is here: Can it generate Ghibli art

Big question is whether it can create Ghibli art like ChatGPT, Grok or other AI chatbots? We tried, and here’s what we’ve found.

OnePlus 13T to get iPhone-like customisable button instead of Alert Slider

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OnePlus 13T to get iPhone-like customisable button instead of Alert Slider

OnePlus has officially confirmed that the upcoming OnePlus 13T will ditch the iconic Alert Slider and introduce a new customisable button in its place.

CMF Phone 2 is coming soon, and here’s everything we know about it

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CMF Phone 2 is coming soon, and here’s everything we know about it

After launching the Nothing Phone (3a) series, Nothing is gearing up to launch a new smartphone under its sub-brand, CMF by Nothing. The new handset, the company has been teasing for a while now, is likely to be the CMF Phone 2. And, here’s everything we know so far about it.

One UI 7 update now rolling out to these Galaxy devices: Check if you are getting the update, how to update and more

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One UI 7 update now rolling out to these Galaxy devices: Check if you are getting the update, how to update and more

One UI 7 update is now available to these Galaxy devices.

OpenAI tests watermarks for images created by free users

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OpenAI tests watermarks for images created by free users

An AI researcher named Tibor Blaho recently spotted signs that OpenAI is testing watermarks for images created using free accounts.

Apple Music brings Dolby Atmos support to Windows, here’s how to enable it

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Apple Music brings Dolby Atmos support to Windows, here’s how to enable it

To make this work on a Windows PC, you’ll need to install the Dolby Access app, which enables Atmos playback on supported hardware.

Amazon brings AI-powered book Recaps feature to Kindle: How it works and other details

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Amazon brings AI-powered book Recaps feature to Kindle: How it works and other details

Amazon says the AI behind these recaps will focus on clarity and coherence, capturing key characters, events, and plot threads without ruining the experience.

Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says tariffs will affect people and not just stock markets

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Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says tariffs will affect people and not just stock markets

Steve Ballmer emphasised that the repercussions of the tariffs extend beyond the stock market, affecting individuals and businesses alike.

YouTube Shorts is getting a host of new AI features: Key details

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YouTube Shorts is getting a host of new AI features: Key details

Make short-form content easier to produce, more engaging, and a whole lot smarter -- that's what YouTube Shorts' new AI features aim to do

Infinix’s next phone in India will literally smell like a breeze of fresh perfume

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Infinix’s next phone in India will literally smell like a breeze of fresh perfume

Infinix describes it as a mix of marine and lemon on top, followed by the floral freshness of lily of the valley, and then settles into warm notes of amber and vetiver. Fancy, right?

How to save time resizing images on Mac with this ‘hidden’ feature

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How to save time resizing images on Mac with this ‘hidden’ feature

macOS has a built-in tool called Quick Actions that lets you resize images with just a couple of clicks -- it saves time and you don't have to rely on other tools.

Sri Rama Navami 2025 wishes: How to download and send WhatsApp Stickers, add Facebook post and Instagram stories

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Sri Rama Navami 2025 wishes: How to download and send WhatsApp Stickers, add Facebook post and Instagram stories

Celebrate Sri Rama Navami 2025 by sharing wishes on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram using stickers, posts, and stories.

Microsoft at 50: Read Bill Gates’ email from 1995 that predicted the rise of Internet

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Microsoft at 50: Read Bill Gates’ email from 1995 that predicted the rise of Internet

Bill Gates sent an email back in 1995 predicting that Internet will become a big deal in future. Read the complete email here.

Thomson launches budget QLED Smart TVs and smart air coolers in India

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Thomson launches budget QLED Smart TVs and smart air coolers in India

The TVs feature a bezel-less design, VA display panels, and built-in speakers. The 24-inch model has 24W sound output, while the 32- and 40-inch models have 36W output. They come with pre-installed apps like YouTube, Prime Video, Sony Liv, Zee5, and JioHotstar.

Before Microsoft, Bill Gates founded this tech company

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Before Microsoft, Bill Gates founded this tech company

Long before it became the tech giant we know today, Bill Gates and Paul Allen were just two high school students in Seattle with big dreams and even bigger curiosity. Their first real tech venture was not Microsoft

Microsoft @ 50: Watch Satya Nadella recreate Microsoft’s first-ever product using AI

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Microsoft @ 50: Watch Satya Nadella recreate Microsoft’s first-ever product using AI

As part of Microsoft's 50th-anniversary celebrations, Nadella — via a short video of the demonstration — showcasing the power of AI and taking a trip down the nostalgia lane.

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