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76-year-old Hyderabad resident dies after 3 days of digital arrest
Police said the victim, who earlier served as chief senior resident medical officer at Mamidipudi Nagarjuna Area Hospital in Malakpet, was first contacted on September 5 through WhatsApp video calls.
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Google Gemini becomes most 'popular' app as Nano Banana fuels record downloads
According to new data from app intelligence firm Appfigures, Gemini has already logged 12.6 million downloads in September — up from 8.7 million in August, a 45% month-on-month jump. That’s despite September being only halfway through.
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OpenAI announces dedicated ChatGPT for teens with parental controls and more
Teens will automatically be guided to a stricter ChatGPT experience: graphic sexual content will be blocked, and in rare cases of acute distress, the company says law enforcement could be involved.
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Valorant Patch 11.06 now rolling out with much-awaited Replay system
Riot Games has released Valorant Patch 11.06, and the update introduces one of the most requested features by the community: the Replay System. Alongside this addition, the patch also includes bot ban updates, bug fixes for agents, performance improvements, and some console-specific changes.
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iDO Devices raises $4 million from Merak Ventures and Blume Ventures to expand India’s tech product capabilities
iDO Devices Private Limited, an Indian full-stack technology product ODM (Original Design Manufacturer), has raised $4 million (around ₹34 crore) in its latest funding round, with investments from Blume Ventures and Merak Ventures.
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AU 2025: How Autodesk’s AI is changing the game for designers, creators and engineers
At Autodesk University 2025, the focus wasn’t just on flashy announcements or tech benchmarks or adding more and more AI features to the tools. Instead it was on how these AI features are benefiting real users and how they are experiencing AI in their daily workflows. From architects and engineers to product designers, the people using Autodesk tools are starting to see a fundamental shift: AI is no longer a background assistant—it’s becoming an active collaborator
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AU 2025: Autodesk announces new 3D generative AI foundation models for Fusion and Forma with neural CAD and AutoConstrain features
Autodesk’s new 3D generative AI models for Fusion and Forma, featuring neural CAD and AutoConstrain, aim to streamline design workflows, enabling intuitive concept-to-detailed design transitions and faster, collaborative creation.
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Downloaded iOS 26 on your iPhone? Here are five features you must try first
The headline change is a brand-new design language called Liquid Glass, but the update goes well beyond just looks, packing intelligence, AI-powered tools, and lifestyle features that will change how you use your phone every day.
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WhatsApp hosts second business summit in India; launches in-app payments, calling, ads in Status, and citizen services
WhatsApp’s second India Business Summit introduced in-app payments, calling, ads in Status, and citizen services, helping businesses connect, scale, and streamline customer support.
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Gucci, Balenciaga owner Kering hit by data breach: 7.4 million emails exposed
Cybersecurity experts warn that while no financial details were leaked, even seemingly limited data can fuel social engineering attacks.
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How to create Nano Banana AI 3D figurines, retro-style images, trending saree image and all other variations using Google Gemini | Prompts included
The Nano Banana AI trend has quickly become one of the most popular creative experiments of 2025. Powered by Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image tool, it allows users to generate realistic 3D figurines and other variations in seconds. From miniature collectibles to retro-style visuals and even viral saree images, this trend demonstrates how generative AI can transform ordinary inputs into shareable digital art.
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One UI 8 rollout: Samsung starts rolling the latest software to the older Galaxy smartphones and tablets
Samsung has begun the official rollout of One UI 8, its next major software update built on Android 16. The new update introduces advanced AI features, improved security, and a user experience tailored for multiple Galaxy device form factors. Initially available on the Galaxy S25 series, One UI 8 is now expanding to more smartphones and tablets.
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Snap introduces Snap OS 2.0 with new features for Spectacles
Snap has launched Snap OS 2.0 for Spectacles, adding a faster browser, immersive Spotlight viewing, new sharing tools, Travel Mode, and expanded AR Lens experiences ahead of the 2026 rollout.
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Flipkart and Amazon MacBook Air deals: Apple MacBook Air M2 available at Rs 63,000, MacBook Air M4 will drop below Rs...
Apple’s MacBook Air laptops are now available at significant discounts on Amazon and Flipkart. While Amazon is offering the latest MacBook Air M4 at a reduced price, Flipkart is selling the MacBook Air M2 at one of its lowest prices. Both deals cater to different types of buyers — those looking for the latest hardware and those prioritizing affordability.
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Nano Banana AI: How to use Google Gemini to create a multi-part superhero story with Nano Banana
With Nano Banana, the right prompts turn simple selfies into a thrilling, image-only superhero saga fit for Instagram Reels or sharing on other social media platforms
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Apple rolls out watchOS 26: Smarter health, new look, and AI-powered fitness
Apple is doubling down on health intelligence, convenience, and daily usefulness—making the Watch an even stronger blend of fitness coach, translator, and personal assistant, all on your wrist.
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Nano Banana AI saree portraits: How to get the right image by avoiding these common mistakes
If done carefully, Nano Banana’s saree edits can be equal parts nostalgic and glamorous—proof that AI, when handled right, can recreate a Bollywood dream.
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Is Google’s Nano Banana AI safe? Here’s what you should know before joining the trend
Nano Banana is entertaining, but it comes with risks. Treat it like any viral app—use sparingly, protect your data, and enjoy the trend without oversharing.
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23 million new users, half a billion images: How Nano Banana led to Google finally having its viral AI moment
For years, Google has struggled to shake off the sense that its AI was playing catch-up. With Gemini’s Nano Banana, it finally has a viral hit of its own.
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The Nano Banana tool by Google is fun, but these 5 AI image tools are good alternatives
The Gemini-powered feature has gone viral for turning selfies, pets, and even celebrity shots into hyper-realistic figurines complete with mock packaging. But beyond the buzz, several other AI platforms are quietly making serious creative strides
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iOS 26, Apple’s biggest iPhone redesign in years, is now available for users: Key features
iOS 26 isn’t just a facelift — it’s a broad refresh that makes the iPhone more personal, intelligent, and versatile than it’s been in years.
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ITR filing 2024-25: Trouble accessing the Income Tax e-Filing website? IT department shares 7 easy tips
Most portal issues are rooted in local system or browser settings, not the site itself. Running through these quick checks should get you logged in and filing without delay.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 FE India price announced with free storage upgrade and other offers
Samsung has launched the Galaxy S25 FE in India, positioning it as the entry point into the Galaxy AI ecosystem. The smartphone comes with a free storage upgrade offer and additional bank cashback, alongside features powered by One UI 8 and Galaxy AI.
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What keeps Sam Altman awake at night? ‘I lose sleep over…’, says OpenAI CEO
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted that running one of the world’s most influential AI companies comes with a burden that often keeps him from sleeping well.
