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Oppo Pad 5 to launch globally on October 16 alongside Find X9 series
The Oppo Pad 5 will be the company’s flagship push in the global tablet market, arriving as brands like Samsung, Xiaomi, and OnePlus intensify competition in the premium Android tablet space.
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Amazon sale: Top water heaters with big discounts under Rs 6,000 from popular brands like yAO Smith, Crompton, V-Guard, Havells, and more
Top water heaters under ₹6,000: AO Smith, Crompton, V-Guard, Havells, and Bajaj deals on Amazon
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Leaked Meta AI docs reveal how the chatbot is instructed to respond to child sexual abuse prompts
Leaked Meta documents reveal how its AI chatbot is trained to refuse sexual roleplay with minors and handle child exploitation prompts safely.
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Amazon’s fall event set for September 30: New Echo speakers, Kindles, and more expected
Amazon is hosting its fall hardware event on September 30, where it’s expected to launch new Echo speakers, a color Kindle Scribe, updated TVs, and more.
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Facebook, Instagram will soon let you get rid of ads, but there is a catch
Facebook and Instagram will soon offer an ad-free experience for a monthly fee, while those who prefer the free option can continue using the apps with ads.
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Google Chrome for Android gets new AI powered features that can turn webpages into audio podcasts
Google Chrome on Android has introduced AI-powered Audio Overviews, allowing webpages to be transformed into podcast-style conversations for easier listening.
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Arattai app: How to download and use the Made-in-India chat app that's set to rival WhatsApp in India
Arattai, built by Zoho, is an Indian chat and calling app available on Android, iPhone, desktop, and TV. Here’s a step-by-step guide to download, set up, and use it.
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Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 update brings AirPods-style features
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are finally starting to feel “Pro.” Google’s latest firmware update brings adaptive sound, noise protection, and even gesture-based controls to its flagship earbuds.
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AI data training scandal: App that paid users to record calls for AI training goes offline after major security lapse
Neon, a viral app that paid users to record phone calls for AI training, suspended operations after reports revealed call transcripts, numbers, and audio files were openly accessible online
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Instagram influencer shares QR code seeking donation to buy the new iPhone 17 Pro Max; video goes viral
An influencer from Uttar Pradesh has gone viral after asking followers for Re 1 or Rs 2 donations through a QR code to buy the newly launched iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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Apple moves to dismiss Siri class action lawsuit over delayed features
Apple is pushing back against a consolidated class action lawsuit over delayed Siri features, arguing that the claims are overstated and ignore the broader Apple Intelligence suite already available on the iPhone 16.
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Google brings faster playback, better audio to YouTube Premium users
YouTube Premium may be best known for stripping out ads, but Google is steadily bulking up its perks. The latest update expands faster playback, offline Shorts, smarter skipping, and high-quality audio across more platforms.
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Apple is reportedly testing an internal chatbot for AI-powered Siri
Apple is quietly trialling a ChatGPT-like app—not for public use, but to help refine the next generation of Siri. The move signals Cupertino’s determination to retool its voice assistant into something smarter, more contextual, and better integrated across devices.
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Arattai messaging app: What is this new WhatsApp rival app that Union Education Minister is talking about
Union ministers have endorsed Zoho’s Arattai as a secure Indian alternative to WhatsApp, but gaps in message encryption raise questions about whether it can truly replace the global messaging giant.
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NYT Mini Crossword: Clues and answers for September 27, 2025
The puzzle for Saturday, September 27, 2025, continues the tradition of providing a delightful test of vocabulary and logic. With clues spanning topics from musical instruments to historic landmarks, this edition promises to engage players of all skill levels.
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NYT Connections hints and answers today for September 27, 2025 (Puzzle #839)
The September 27, 2025, puzzle (#839) proved to be particularly intriguing, featuring a mix of themes that tested players’ linguistic and reasoning skills. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of the puzzle, including hints, answers, gameplay tips, and strategies for mastering future puzzles.
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“40% of jobs will…” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman makes shocking revelation about AGI replacing humans in future
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns that AI could handle 30–40% of tasks in the near future, and shares his views on AGI, jobs, and its impact on humans.
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From Garba Glam to Headshots: Top Nano Banana prompts trending in India this week
From Garba-inspired outfits to retro Polaroid photobooths and AI-powered headshots, here are the top Nano Banana prompts trending in India this week. Try them out to celebrate, connect, and create with Gemini 2.5 Flash.
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ChatGPT takes on Google Gemini Nano Banana AI with its own AI Action Portrait images: Here’s how to create it, prompt and other details
OpenAI has launched AI Action Portrait images in ChatGPT, letting users turn photos into superhero-style action figures, rivaling Google’s Gemini Nano Banana AI. Here’s how to create one using prompts.
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Meta rolls out pay-or-ads model on Facebook and Instagram: Find out if you’re affected
Meta is bringing its pay-or-ads subscription model to the UK, letting Facebook and Instagram users choose between paying a fee for an ad-free experience or continuing with ads.
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Google celebrates its 27th birthday with a nostalgic doodle: Here’s a brief look at search engine’s journey so far
Google turned 27 on September 27, 2025, marked with a doodle reviving its 1998 logo. The milestone reflects its rise from a Stanford project to a global digital powerhouse.
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‘She is a menace to…', Donald Trump wants Microsoft to fire senior executive
US President Donald Trump has urged Microsoft to dismiss Lisa Monaco, a top executive and former deputy attorney general under Joe Biden, escalating his criticism of officials linked to past administrations.
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Samsung is offering users a chance to win free Galaxy Watch8 with its 4th-edition Walk-a-thon: How to participate, eligibility details and more
Samsung has launched the 4th edition of Walk-a-thon India on the Samsung Health app. Participants completing 200,000 steps in 30 days can win Galaxy Watch8 or assured coupons.
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Microsoft cuts off cloud and AI services for Israel defense unit after review links them to Palestinian surveillance
Microsoft has disabled cloud and AI services for a unit of Israel’s Ministry of Defense after an internal review found evidence of their use in surveillance of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.
