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Indian tech workers rush back to US after Trump’s sudden H-1B visa fee announcement

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Indian tech workers rush back to US after Trump’s sudden H-1B visa fee announcement

Indian H-1B visa holders rushed back to the US after President Trump announced a $100,000 fee for new skilled worker visas. Many spent thousands on last-minute flights before the White House clarified that current visa holders are exempt. Read how Indian professionals faced panic and disruption.

Vivo X300 series set to arrive in China in October: Check expected price, specs and features

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Vivo X300 series set to arrive in China in October: Check expected price, specs and features

The series will include two models the Vivo X300 and the Vivo X300 Pro. Vivo says the design of the new handsets is inspired by “invisible design technology.”

Flipkart Big Billion Days sale: iPhone 16 for less than Rs 55,000 is a solid deal

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Flipkart Big Billion Days sale: iPhone 16 for less than Rs 55,000 is a solid deal

For starters, the iPhone 16 is powered by Apple’s latest A18 chip, which promises lightning-fast performance and efficiency.

Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale live for Prime members: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra gets huge price cut

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Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale live for Prime members: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra gets huge price cut

The Galaxy S24 Ultra remains one of the most powerful Android phones on the market. It features a massive 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate

iPhone 16 Pro price up by Rs 10,000 ahead of Flipkart sale, here’s how much it costs now

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iPhone 16 Pro price up by Rs 10,000 ahead of Flipkart sale, here’s how much it costs now

Adding to the confusion, some colour variants of the iPhone 16 Pro are already marked as unavailable on the app. It’s unclear whether these models will be restocked in time for the sale or if the limited stock was snapped up by early buyers at the lower price.

Sam Altman says OpenAI’s newest features will not be free to use, hints at extra costs for Pro subscribers

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Sam Altman says OpenAI’s newest features will not be free to use, hints at extra costs for Pro subscribers

While Altman didn’t specify which features fall under the new pricing model, the strategy signals OpenAI’s growing push to monetise premium capabilities while maintaining a wide base of free users.

Amazon Great Indian Festival sale 2025: Apple iPhone 15 receives MASSIVE discount and it costs Rs...

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Amazon Great Indian Festival sale 2025: Apple iPhone 15 receives MASSIVE discount and it costs Rs...

The Apple iPhone 15 is available at a reduced price during the Amazon Great Indian Festival sale. The 128GB storage variant in Black is listed at Rs 46,999, down from its launch MRP of Rs 69,900. This brings a discount of 33 percent, marking one of the biggest price drops for the iPhone 15 since launch.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 price drops below Rs 95,000 at Amazon Great Indian Festival sale

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 price drops below Rs 95,000 at Amazon Great Indian Festival sale

durThe Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, the company’s latest foldable smartphone, has received a massive price cut during the ongoing Amazon Great Indian Festival sale. The premium foldable device is now available at Rs 99,999

Apple’s foldable iPhone could debut in 2026: What to expect

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Apple’s foldable iPhone could debut in 2026: What to expect

The foldable iPhone is expected to headline Apple’s 2026 lineup, with development spanning Cupertino and supplier partners overseas. The launch window remains familiar: the traditional fall iPhone event, which typically serves as Apple’s biggest product moment of the year.

Bought an iPhone 17? Here are 4 easy ways to move everything to your new device: A step-by-step guide

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Bought an iPhone 17? Here are 4 easy ways to move everything to your new device: A step-by-step guide

Below are four clear, step-by-step methods to transfer your data (apps, photos, settings and more) from your old phone to a new iPhone. Pick the one that fits your backup habits and connection speed.

Apple ‘kills’ Launchpad in macOS Tahoe, replaces it with something really generic

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Apple ‘kills’ Launchpad in macOS Tahoe, replaces it with something really generic

First introduced in 2011 with OS X Lion, Launchpad was Apple’s attempt to bring the iPhone Home screen to the Mac. You could swipe through pages of apps, drag them into folders, and even create dedicated pages for things like games or creative tools.

WhatsApp on iPhone now lets you set reminders for messages: How to enable, things to keep in mind, and more

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WhatsApp on iPhone now lets you set reminders for messages: How to enable, things to keep in mind, and more

WhatsApp’s message reminders are small but powerful: a built-in to-do list tucked inside your chats. Rolling out in version 25.25.74, the update ensures you won’t forget to follow up on an important chat, whether it’s a work detail, a friend’s request, or just a message you want to revisit later.

Man drops brand new iPhone 17 Pro in front of Tim Cook, his reaction will win your heart

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Man drops brand new iPhone 17 Pro in front of Tim Cook, his reaction will win your heart

Cook, clearly surprised, crouched down to help immediately. In the video, he can be seen smiling and reassuring the flustered customer.

YouTuber brutally bends iPhone Air in viral video but it shows no sign of stress

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YouTuber brutally bends iPhone Air in viral video but it shows no sign of stress

The test started with scratches. Apple’s new Ceramic Shield 2 held up impressively, resisting marks even at level 7 on the Mohs hardness scale.

Man who once built iPhone is now poaching Apple staff for OpenAI’s hardware dream

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Man who once built iPhone is now poaching Apple staff for OpenAI’s hardware dream

At least 25 former Apple employees joined OpenAI in 2025 alone, including senior figures in design, engineering, and manufacturing. Some of them had worked for years on Apple’s most iconic products.

Elon Musk’s xAI launches Grok 4 Fast: Cheaper, quicker, and well, faster

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Elon Musk’s xAI launches Grok 4 Fast: Cheaper, quicker, and well, faster

xAI claims Grok 4 Fast slashes costs dramatically, offering a 98% price reduction for comparable results on key benchmarks. Whether the task is generating code or fetching answers from the web, the company says users will now get faster, more efficient responses without compromising quality.

Cyberattack hits Heathrow and other European airports, disrupts check-in and flights

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Cyberattack hits Heathrow and other European airports, disrupts check-in and flights

Heathrow — Europe’s busiest airport — reported delays, with aviation data firm Cirium confirming 29 cancellations across Heathrow, Brussels and Berlin. Brussels Airport said 10 flights had already been cancelled with average delays of about an hour.

Vivo series T smartphones available at lowest-ever prices during Flipkart Big Billion Days

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Vivo series T smartphones available at lowest-ever prices during Flipkart Big Billion Days

Apple CEO Tim Cook denies tariffs drove iPhone 17 price hike

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Apple CEO Tim Cook denies tariffs drove iPhone 17 price hike

Apple recently raised the price of its iPhone 17 Pro by $100, while keeping the entry-level models unchanged. In India, the price of the iPhone 17 has gone up by Rs 3,000 compared to the iPhone 16.

Olympus re-enters Indian market as OM SYSTEM with launch of OM-5 Mark II camera and 50-200mm PRO lens

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Olympus re-enters Indian market as OM SYSTEM with launch of OM-5 Mark II camera and 50-200mm PRO lens

The OM-5 Mark II is designed for outdoor creators who need a camera that can handle tough conditions. Compact and lightweight, the camera is splash, dust, and freezeproof, making it suitable for everything from wildlife to street photography.

Planning to spend Rs 82,900 on iPhone 17? Expert shares tips to double the money instead

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Planning to spend Rs 82,900 on iPhone 17? Expert shares tips to double the money instead

While the frenzy around the iPhone launch is nothing new, investor Vijay Kedia has sparked a conversation by suggesting that the money could be put to better use.

Flipkart to deliver products in 10 minutes during Big Billion Days sale

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Flipkart to deliver products in 10 minutes during Big Billion Days sale

The service will operate 24x7 throughout the festival and is seeing strong adoption in Tier-II and emerging markets, including cities like Ambala, Guwahati, Jaipur, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Patna.

Want a perfect Dandiya Night photo of you: Here are 25 AI prompts you can try with Google Gemini, ChatGPT and other AI chatbots

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Want a perfect Dandiya Night photo of you: Here are 25 AI prompts you can try with Google Gemini, ChatGPT and other AI chatbots

Navratri season is here, and with it comes the energy of Garba and Dandiya nights. While smartphones capture festive moments, AI tools like Google Gemini, ChatGPT, and other creative image-generation platforms now let you transform those memories into cinematic, poster-like visuals. With the right prompts, you can recreate your Dandiya night in a variety of moods — from high-energy dance shots to elegant portraits.

How to deactivate Aadhaar card after death: Step-by-step guide using myAadhaar portal

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How to deactivate Aadhaar card after death: Step-by-step guide using myAadhaar portal

Learn how to deactivate Aadhaar card after death using the myAadhaar portal. Follow 5 simple steps to report and prevent misuse of Aadhaar identity.

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