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Samsung to unveil ‘Project Moohan’ mixed reality headset on October 21
Samsung will announce its long-awaited Project Moohan mixed reality headset at its “Worlds Wide Open” Galaxy event on October 21. The device runs on Android XR, a new platform built by Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm, with AI at its core.
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Amazon layoffs 2025: The e-commerce platform cuts 15% jobs in this department
Amazon is reportedly planning to cut up to 15% of its HR staff as part of a new cost-cutting drive. The layoffs come as the company invests heavily in AI and data centers, even as it hires 250,000 seasonal warehouse workers ahead of the holidays.
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s battery explodes during bend test, video goes viral
A Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s battery exploded during a YouTube durability test by JerryRigEverything, making it the first phone to do so in his reviews. The viral video has raised safety concerns and questions about Google’s latest foldable phone.
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HyperOS 3 with Android 16 released for these Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones and tablets: Complete device list, features, how to download and more
Xiaomi has begun the global rollout of HyperOS 3 based on Android 16, bringing AI-powered features, a redesigned interface, and improved performance to select Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco devices.
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Perplexity AI beats Arattai and ChatGPT to become the most downloaded app on Android and iOS across categories
Perplexity AI has topped both Google Play Store and Apple App Store charts across categories in India, surpassing ChatGPT and Google Gemini to become the most downloaded free app.
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Sam Altman says ChatGPT will soon get more human, fewer restrictions coming
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has confirmed that a new version of ChatGPT will roll out in the coming weeks with fewer restrictions and a more “human” personality. The move, aimed at restoring the liveliness users loved in GPT-4o, follows new safety tools and moderation systems that Altman says now allow the company to relax earlier limits.
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Apple teases new MacBook Pro launch: M5 chip, better battery, and what more to expect
Apple’s marketing chief Greg Joswiak has dropped a teasing hint on X, saying “something powerful is coming.” The post features a side profile of what appears to be a MacBook Pro — and fans think it’s more than just a tease. The clues point squarely to the long-awaited M5 MacBook Pro launch this week.
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Jensen Huang hand-delivers world’s smallest supercomputer to Elon Musk at SpaceX Starbase
“Imagine delivering the smallest supercomputer next to the biggest rocket,” Jensen Huang joked, as he shared pizza and stories with Elon Musk and SpaceX engineers.
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Google now lets you hide ads in Search but only after you scroll past them
Google is tweaking how ads appear in Search results, giving users a new option to hide sponsored content — though only after they’ve seen it. The update introduces a larger, grouped “Sponsored” label for paid results, bundled in a collapsible section at the top of the results page.
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5 WhatsApp features to start using in 2025
WhatsApp continues to evolve with new tools that make messaging smarter and more personal. Here are five new features you should try using in 2025 to enhance your experience.5 WhatsApp features to start using in 2025
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Vivo Pad5e launched with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 144Hz 2.8K display and 10,000mAh battery
Vivo has unveiled its new Pad5e tablet in China alongside the X300 series, featuring a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, 144Hz display, and a 10,000mAh battery with fast charging.
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Vivo X300 and X300 Pro launched in China: Price, India launch and features
Vivo has launched the new X300 and X300 Pro smartphones in China, both powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 SoC and featuring upgraded Zeiss cameras and faster charging.
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How to buy iPhone 17 using ChatGPT at maximum discount
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Amazon fires Paltestinian software engineer for protesting company's ties with Israel
The termination coincided with the release of seven Israeli hostages by Hamas as part of a ceasefire agreement brokered with help from U.S. President Donald Trump and the planned release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees by Israel.
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Microsoft rolls out new AI image generation tool to take on Google, OpenAI
In the last few months, Google has taken a leap in terms of 'viral' AI content with its Nano Banana AI imaging tool. Microsoft's latest move is likely to give more competition to Google and others
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OnePlus 15 to feature fastest-ever 165Hz display on a smartphone
The upcoming OnePlus 15 may feature a world-first 165Hz OLED display with 1.5K resolution. The screen promises ultra-smooth scrolling, gaming-grade performance, and eye-friendly features, making it a standout in the high-performance smartphone segment.
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Apple expected to launch its most powerful iPad this week: What we know
The iPad Pro update will continue Apple’s ongoing transition to its newest silicon, promising faster performance and better power efficiency across the lineup.
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Oppo to launch Hasselblad Professional Imaging Kit with Find X9 series: All you need to know
Oppo is launching the Find X9 series with a Hasselblad Professional Imaging Kit for the Pro model. The modular kit includes a telephoto lens, ring light, magnetic handle, and more to boost mobile photography. Launch set for October 16 in China.
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Windows 10 support ends tomorrow: What it means for millions of PC users, how to check if you’re affected, and what to do
Tomorrow — October 14, 2025 — marks a critical turning point: Microsoft ends support for Windows 10. After that, systems running Windows 10 will no longer receive security patches, bug fixes, or official support. 
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iPhone’s slow location sharing leaves police struggling to find victim in shocking Seoul murder case
iPhone’s slow location sharing caused delays for Seoul police during a Gwanak District murder case. Authorities struggled to trace the caller’s exact location, raising concerns about emergency response and public safety.
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Former Apple chief claims Apple finally has real competition and it’s not Samsung or Google
Former Apple CEO John Sculley says OpenAI is Apple’s first real competitor, warning that the tech giant must embrace AI or risk falling behind.
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OpenAI’s Sora app sparks outrage for using AI to recreate dead celebrities in disturbing videos
OpenAI’s Sora app faces backlash for AI-generated videos of dead celebrities like Malcolm X and Robin Williams, raising ethics and consent concerns.
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The man who lost his arms' mobility to ALS becomes first Neuralink user to control a robotic arm and feed himself using only his brain
Nick, a man with ALS, has become the first Neuralink user to control a robotic arm and feed himself, marking a major step forward in brain-computer interface technology.
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After iPhone 16, Flipkart cancels Nothing Phone 3 orders during Diwali sale; buyers call it ‘Fraudkart’
Flipkart’s Diwali sale faces backlash as Nothing Phone 3 orders get cancelled after heavy discounts. Furious customers call it “Fraudkart,” citing delivery delays, repeated pickup failures, and inconsistent seller pricing.
