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Apple AirPods may get a camera upgrade in 2026: Here’s what we know so far

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Apple AirPods may get a camera upgrade in 2026: Here’s what we know so far

Apple is reportedly developing a new version of AirPods Pro with built-in infrared cameras, designed to enhance spatial awareness and integrate with its expanding lineup of AI and Vision devices.

New Aadhaar update rule from today, November 1, 2025: From fees to PAN linking, here’s everything that has changed

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New Aadhaar update rule from today, November 1, 2025: From fees to PAN linking, here’s everything that has changed

UIDAI’s November 1, 2025 rules let most demographic Aadhaar updates be done online via myAadhaar, change fees for biometric and document updates, and set a PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline on time.

Paralysed man Noland Arbaugh says Neuralink brain chip ‘changed everything’; Elon Musk teases dual-chip upgrade

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Paralysed man Noland Arbaugh says Neuralink brain chip ‘changed everything’; Elon Musk teases dual-chip upgrade

For Noland Arbaugh, every small milestone now carries extraordinary meaning. Nearly two years after becoming the first person to receive a Neuralink brain implant, the 30-year-old quadriplegic has offered a deeply personal look at how life has changed since the groundbreaking procedure — and what lies ahead.

WhatsApp fake challan scam: How scammers are using mParivahan’s name to trick users into paying bogus fines

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WhatsApp fake challan scam: How scammers are using mParivahan’s name to trick users into paying bogus fines

A fake WhatsApp account posing as mParivahan is sending fraudulent traffic challan messages to users, urging them to download malicious apps and pay fake fines.

Mappls and Delhi Metro sign MoU to bring real-time metro information to MapmyIndia app

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Mappls and Delhi Metro sign MoU to bring real-time metro information to MapmyIndia app

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed an MoU with Mappls MapmyIndia to integrate metro data within the Mappls app, offering 35 million users real-time travel details across NCR.

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang dines with Samsung and Hyundai chiefs, buys dinner for an entire Seoul restaurant

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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang dines with Samsung and Hyundai chiefs, buys dinner for an entire Seoul restaurant

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joined Samsung’s Lee Jae-yong and Hyundai’s Chung Eui-sun for fried chicken and beer in Seoul, treating everyone in the restaurant to dinner and drinks.

AI isn’t the threat, people who use AI are, says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

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AI isn’t the threat, people who use AI are, says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes the future of work won’t be lost to artificial intelligence itself — but to people who master it. His advice: embrace AI now or fall behind.

Android users face fewer scams than iPhone users, Google claims

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Android users face fewer scams than iPhone users, Google claims

Google says Android users are safer from scams than iPhone users, thanks to AI-powered protections that block billions of malicious calls and texts every month.

Tim Cook breaks silence on Apple’s AI plans, hints at more collaborations ahead

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Tim Cook breaks silence on Apple’s AI plans, hints at more collaborations ahead

Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company plans to expand AI partnerships “over time,” hinting at future collaborations beyond OpenAI. Here’s what that means for Siri, Apple Intelligence, and users waiting for smarter AI tools.

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy finally reveals the reason behind laying off 14,000 employees

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy finally reveals the reason behind laying off 14,000 employees

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says the company’s latest 14,000 job cuts were driven by a push to rebuild company culture and move faster, not because of financial pressure or AI hype.

Microsoft Teams meeting leak reveals how a phone unlocking firm can access Google Pixel devices

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Microsoft Teams meeting leak reveals how a phone unlocking firm can access Google Pixel devices

A leaked Microsoft Teams meeting revealed how a phone unlocking company demonstrated its ability to access Google Pixel devices. A user named “rogueFed” joined the call and leaked screenshots online, raising questions about smartphone privacy and digital security.

Canva introduces its own design model, new AI tools and free Affinity integration

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Canva introduces its own design model, new AI tools and free Affinity integration

Canva has launched its own AI design model, expanded its assistant, and integrated data tools and marketing features, while making its Affinity professional design suite free for all users.

How to redeem Reliance Jio’s free 18-month Google Gemini AI Pro offer: A step-by-step guide, eligibility and all other details

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How to redeem Reliance Jio’s free 18-month Google Gemini AI Pro offer: A step-by-step guide, eligibility and all other details

Reliance Jio users can redeem 18 months of free Google Gemini AI Pro and 100GB JioCloud storage through the MyJio app. Here’s how to activate both offers and check eligibility.

WhatsApp makes it easier to protect chat backups with passkey encryption

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WhatsApp makes it easier to protect chat backups with passkey encryption

WhatsApp is making chat backups safer with passkey encryption, letting users secure their data using fingerprints or face ID instead of passwords.

ServiceNow and NVIDIA partner to launch Apriel 2.0, bringing faster and trusted enterprise AI to scale

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ServiceNow and NVIDIA partner to launch Apriel 2.0, bringing faster and trusted enterprise AI to scale

ServiceNow and NVIDIA have expanded their collaboration with the launch of Apriel 2.0, a next-generation open AI model designed to deliver multimodal reasoning and cost-efficient intelligence for enterprises across industries.

Google denies Gmail hack claims; says 183 million accounts are safe; here’s how to verify yours

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Google denies Gmail hack claims; says 183 million accounts are safe; here’s how to verify yours

Google has denied reports of a massive Gmail breach affecting 183 million accounts, calling them misleading. Still, users can verify potential leaks using Google’s Dark Web checker, Password Manager, and Have I Been Pwned.

Adobe’s Firefly gets biggest AI upgrade yet with soundtracks, speech and smarter image tools

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Adobe’s Firefly gets biggest AI upgrade yet with soundtracks, speech and smarter image tools

At Adobe MAX 2025, the world’s largest creativity conference, Adobe unveiled its most ambitious update to date for Firefly — its all-in-one creative AI studio. The company introduced powerful new tools for video, audio and imaging, including AI-generated soundtracks, lifelike voiceovers, and conversational editing, alongside the next-gen Image Model 5 and a growing ecosystem of partner models.

Reliance Jio announces 18 months of free Gemini AI Pro subscription for users in partnership with Google

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Reliance Jio announces 18 months of free Gemini AI Pro subscription for users in partnership with Google

Reliance and Google announced a partnership to offer 18 months of free AI Pro access to Jio users and expand AI hardware infrastructure to boost India’s digital and AI capabilities.

Bill Gates warns of AI job impacts, urges balance between innovation and human welfare

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Bill Gates warns of AI job impacts, urges balance between innovation and human welfare

Bill Gates told CNBC that while AI will drive major innovation, it could disrupt jobs and should be managed alongside broader human welfare goals, including healthcare and climate initiatives.

Instagram to let users fine-tune their feed and make the algorithm truly personal

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Instagram to let users fine-tune their feed and make the algorithm truly personal

Instagram is testing a new feature that lets users fine-tune their feed by adding or removing topics of interest. Here’s how it could make your Reels and Explore experience more personal.

Samsung expands Internet browser to PC with Galaxy AI and new privacy tools

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Samsung expands Internet browser to PC with Galaxy AI and new privacy tools

Samsung has launched the beta version of its Internet browser for PC, bringing Galaxy AI-powered tools, data syncing, and enhanced privacy to desktops. Here’s how the new browser bridges phones and PCs for a seamless web experience.

Arvind Srinivas announces 14-day free trial for Perplexity Email Assistant: What it is and how to try it

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Arvind Srinivas announces 14-day free trial for Perplexity Email Assistant: What it is and how to try it

Perplexity AI has introduced a 14-day free trial of its new Email Assistant for Pro and Max users, offering AI-powered inbox organization, drafting, and scheduling with a focus on privacy and control.

Samsung Galaxy AI now available in 22 Indian languages including Gujarati, Hindi and others

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Samsung Galaxy AI now available in 22 Indian languages including Gujarati, Hindi and others

Samsung has expanded Galaxy AI to support 22 languages, adding Gujarati and Filipino. The update enhances multilingual communication through features like Live Translate, Interpreter, and Chat Assist.

Google’s parent company Alphabet hits $100 billion in one quarter: Here’s how AI made it happen

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Google’s parent company Alphabet hits $100 billion in one quarter: Here’s how AI made it happen

Google’s parent company Alphabet has posted its first $100 billion quarter, driven by AI-powered growth across Search, YouTube, and Cloud. Here’s how smarter tools and everyday products helped the tech giant reach this massive milestone.

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