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Xiaomi India announces Diwali sale with up to 60% off on smartphones, TVs, tablets and more

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Xiaomi India announces Diwali sale with up to 60% off on smartphones, TVs, tablets and more

Xiaomi India kicks off its biggest Diwali sale with massive discounts on smartphones, QLED TVs, tablets, wearables, and smart lifestyle products. Save up to 60% and upgrade your tech this festive season

iOS 26 turns AirPods into wireless mics for video recording on iPhone, here's how

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iOS 26 turns AirPods into wireless mics for video recording on iPhone, here's how

Think of it as a built-in lapel mic — one that gives you professional-grade audio capture without being tethered to your iPhone. For vloggers, journalists, and casual creators alike, this is a small update with big potential.

Amazon increases salary of its workers with major pay hike, full-time staff to earn $1,600 more annually

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Amazon increases salary of its workers with major pay hike, full-time staff to earn $1,600 more annually

The improvements don’t stop at salaries. Amazon is also lowering healthcare costs. Entry-level health plans will now cost just $5 a week, with $5 copays for visits.

“This is due by…” Elon Musk gives 48 hours deadline to xAI employees

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“This is due by…” Elon Musk gives 48 hours deadline to xAI employees

Musk sent an email on Tuesday afternoon to all xAI staff asking them to submit a one-page report of their recent work.

How to get the MacBook Air M4 for Rs 79,999 on Amazon

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How to get the MacBook Air M4 for Rs 79,999 on Amazon

The Apple 2025 MacBook Air (13-inch) with the M4 chip is now available on Amazon, and buyers can bring the effective cost down to around Rs 79,999 by combining Amazon sale prices with bank discounts.

“It’s part of our culture…” GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke makes AI use mandatory for all employees

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“It’s part of our culture…” GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke makes AI use mandatory for all employees

A recent memo from Microsoft executive Julia Liuson stated that AI usage will be considered in performance reviews, right alongside collaboration, communication, and problem-solving.

Nvidia and Intel announce collaboration to develop AI-focused CPUs and GPUs

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Nvidia and Intel announce collaboration to develop AI-focused CPUs and GPUs

Nvidia and Intel have announced a collaboration to develop custom CPUs and GPUs for data centers and PCs, with Nvidia investing $5 billion in Intel.

Apple iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max go on sale today: Price, variants, offers and more

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Apple iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max go on sale today: Price, variants, offers and more

Apple’s iPhone 17 series goes on sale in India today starting at Rs. 82,900, with launch offers including discounts, EMI options, and exchange bonuses.

Google Chrome update bring AI-powered automation feature for shopping, security and tab management

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Google Chrome update bring AI-powered automation feature for shopping, security and tab management

Google has announced a major update to Chrome, introducing new AI-powered capabilities that make the browser more proactive, intelligent, and secure.

Nothing launches Ear (3) with a new 'Talk' button on the case: All the details

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Nothing launches Ear (3) with a new 'Talk' button on the case: All the details

Nothing has launched Ear (3), the next-generation True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds, combining advanced noise cancellation, improved sound, and a redesigned metallic transparent look. The new earbuds aim to deliver clear calls, rich audio, and a premium design experience.

Flipkart sale drops iPhone 16 price to Rs 51,000 just as iPhone 17 goes on sale; which is better?

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Flipkart sale drops iPhone 16 price to Rs 51,000 just as iPhone 17 goes on sale; which is better?

iPhone 16 sees heavy discounts on Flipkart as iPhone 17 series launches, giving buyers a cost-effective alternative.

Trump dines with Tim Cook, Sam Altman, Satya Nadella and other tech leaders at dinner hosted for him by King Charles III

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Trump dines with Tim Cook, Sam Altman, Satya Nadella and other tech leaders at dinner hosted for him by King Charles III

Cook wasn’t alone. He was joined by Microsoft’s Satya Nadella, OpenAI’s Sam Altman, Salesforce co-founder Marc Benioff, and DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis.

Flipkart Big Billion Days sale: Top 5 water geysers available at minimum 50% discount

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Flipkart Big Billion Days sale: Top 5 water geysers available at minimum 50% discount

Flipkart’s Big Billion Days 2025 sale will live soon (September 23) with attractive offers on home appliances, including water geysers. Considering winter is just around the corner, you may want to invest into some good water heater. If that's the case, we've put together some options for you with minimum 50% discount.

Apple foldable iPhone to be made in India, new report claims

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Apple foldable iPhone to be made in India, new report claims

Apple is reportedly preparing its first foldable iPhone, with test runs in Taiwan and mass production planned in India by 2026. Here’s what the report reveals.

How Google helped a silent phone get back to its owner in Mumbai

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How Google helped a silent phone get back to its owner in Mumbai

A commuter accidentally left his phone charging in the back seat of a cab on the way to the airport. By the time he realized, the cab had already driven off.

OnePlus offering massive discounts on OnePlus 13R, OnePlus 13, OnePlus 13s and others: Check out the deals

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OnePlus offering massive discounts on OnePlus 13R, OnePlus 13, OnePlus 13s and others: Check out the deals

OnePlus Diwali Festive Season Sale is live from September 22 with massive discounts on OnePlus 13R, 13s, 13, Nord 5 series, tablets, and audio products. Check out top deals, bank offers, and freebies.

Mark Zuckerberg unveils Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) with better battery, sharper video, and new features

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Mark Zuckerberg unveils Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) with better battery, sharper video, and new features

The Gen 2 model addresses one of the biggest complaints about the original: stamina. Meta has also pushed video quality forward. Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) is expanding to new markets, including Switzerland and the Netherlands, with Brazil next.

Nvidia’s Jensen Huang goes bananas over Nano Banana, Google CEO Sundar Pichai reacts

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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang goes bananas over Nano Banana, Google CEO Sundar Pichai reacts

The billionaire, famous for his trademark leather jackets, couldn’t stop raving about it during an event in London, leaving both the audience and the internet buzzing.

Google Discover is getting more social with X, Instagram and YouTube Shorts integration

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Google Discover is getting more social with X, Instagram and YouTube Shorts integration

The company announced that Discover will soon surface content from platforms like X, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts, alongside traditional articles from publishers.

Meta and Oakley launch Oakley Meta Vanguard, AI sports glasses built for athletes

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Meta and Oakley launch Oakley Meta Vanguard, AI sports glasses built for athletes

Oakley Meta Vanguard is designed with high-intensity sports in mind. The wraparound frames use Oakley’s PRIZM™ lens technology to shield against sun, dust, and wind, while offering a secure fit optimised for helmets and hats.

Meta brings displays to Ray-Ban glasses with Neural Band control

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Meta brings displays to Ray-Ban glasses with Neural Band control

The new glasses are Meta’s boldest bet yet on making AI wearables mainstream. They look like a pair of Ray-Bans but pack in a high-resolution, full-colour in-lens display.

Nvidia shut out of China as Beijing bans its AI chips, here's why

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Nvidia shut out of China as Beijing bans its AI chips, here's why

The Cyberspace Administration of China has ordered firms such as ByteDance and Alibaba to halt testing and procurement of Nvidia’s RTX Pro 6000D server, a chip Nvidia had customised for the Chinese market.

Made on YouTube 2025 event: AI-powered Shorts, smarter Studio, and other features announced

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Made on YouTube 2025 event: AI-powered Shorts, smarter Studio, and other features announced

YouTube unveiled a slate of new features aimed at helping creators work faster and connect more deeply with their audiences. Unsurprisingly, AI is at the centre of it all.

Meta Connect 2025: How to watch, what to expect, and other details

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Meta Connect 2025: How to watch, what to expect, and other details

The spotlight is firmly on AI-powered smart glasses, built with partners Ray-Ban and Oakley, though leaks suggest we may also see something brand new.

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