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How to use Google Translate’s new AI features
Now, with Google’s new Gemini AI models, the app is adding two big features: live conversation translation and personalized language practice.
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Mark Zuckerberg hands out noise-canceling headphones to neighbors: Here’s Why
Mark Zuckerberg handed out noise-canceling headphones to his Palo Alto neighbors after years of nonstop construction at his sprawling compound. From underground bunkers to parties, see how the billionaire is keeping the peace—and what the internet thinks of his unusual apology.
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Microsoft headquarters briefly locked down as protestors crash company president's office
The escalation comes after months of demonstrations against Microsoft’s contracts with Israel. A Guardian investigation recently reported that Israel uses Microsoft services to store data from millions of Palestinian phone calls each day across Gaza and the West Bank.
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'Nano-Banana' AI: Google DeepMind brings world’s 'top-rated' image editor to Gemini app
In a blog post, Google says this model is already the highest-rated image editor in the world, thanks in part to its ability to preserve likeness across edits.
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Google takes on Duolingo with new Translate features: All the details
At the heart of this revamp are Google’s Gemini AI models, which the company says improve translation accuracy, multimodal understanding, and text-to-speech output.
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Google makes its AI-powered video editing tool free for all: All the details
Launched last year, Vids is Google’s newest addition to the Workspace suite. It is designed for creating video presentations with minimal effort, using AI to suggest storyboards, scenes, images, and background music.
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Apple reveals launch date for iPhone 17 as it announces its biggest event of the year
Four models are expected: the standard iPhone 17, the slimmer and lighter iPhone 17 Air, and the high-end iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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Apple iPhone 17 to reportedly get this Galaxy S10 charging feature from 2019: All the details
iPhone 17 to get a new wireless charging feature.
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Apple to give IT admins more control to limit ChatGPT access for employees
Apple is now working on tools that give IT administrators more control over how employees use AI services like ChatGPT.
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Flipkart Black vs Amazon Prime: Benefits, multimedia, deals access and additional discounts compared
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Lenovo announces new Legion Pro 7i, 7i, Pro 5i and 5i gaming laptops in India: Price starts at Rs 2,49,990
The new devices are equipped with the latest processors from Intel and graphics cards from NVIDIA, aiming to meet the growing demand from gamers and creators in the country.
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OnePlus launches Nord Buds 3r in India with 54-hour battery life: Price, features, and more
The earbuds are equipped with 12.4mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers for powerful bass and crisp sound. Users can choose from pre-set EQ modes or fine-tune via a 6-band equaliser.
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Perplexity announces Comet Plus: What is it, how it works, features and price
Perplexity launches Comet Plus, a $5 subscription that gives users access to premium publisher content while ensuring fair pay for journalists in the AI era. Learn what it is, how it works, its features, and pricing.
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Apple confirms it will open its fourth store in India in Pune: Launch date and other details
The Pune opening comes as Apple continues to strengthen its retail and services footprint in India, signalling the company’s long-term commitment to one of its fastest-growing markets.
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Google expands NotebookLM with support for 80 languages in Video and Audio Overviews
Video Overviews, which launched just last month, let users turn their notes, PDFs, and even images into short video presentations.
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Samsung announces Galaxy Tab S10 Lite with free S Pen and 8000mAh battery
Samsung has expanded its tablet portfolio in India with the launch of the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, a device aimed at balancing entertainment, productivity, and affordability. The tablet will be available from September 5 in Gray, Silver, and Coral Red colour options.
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Indian government issues serious security warning for Windows PCs, Office, and other Microsoft products: Here’s what you should know
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Flipkart announces Black Membership with free YouTube Premium, additional offers and more
Flipkart has introduced a new membership programme in India called Flipkart Black, positioned as a premium subscription to rival Amazon Prime. The membership includes multiple benefits such as early access to sales, exclusive discounts and more.
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Meet Humain Chat, the world’s first Arabic-native AI chatbot
Trained on what Humain describes as one of the largest Arabic datasets ever assembled, the bot is fluent in Arabic as well as English and supports multiple dialects, including Egyptian and Lebanese.
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Google to require verified developers for all Android apps from 2026
Google insists developers still retain freedom of distribution, whether via sideloading or rival app stores. The difference is that, soon, every app on certified Android devices will have to come from a known, verified source.
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: How to download and send stickers on WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and more
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated on August 26 and 27. Download Ganesh Chaturthi WhatsApp Stickers from Play Store or App Store, add them to WhatsApp, and share festive wishes with loved ones.
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Elon Musk’s xAI sues Apple and OpenAI over alleged App Store bias
The lawsuit alleges that Apple’s exclusive arrangement with OpenAI has made ChatGPT the only generative AI chatbot integrated into the iPhone, effectively forcing users to rely on it even if they prefer alternatives such as xAI’s Grok.
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How to book Vande Bharat train tickets 15 minutes before departure with confirmed seat: A step-by-step guide, eligibile trains, and more
Passengers can now book Vande Bharat Express tickets online up to 15 minutes before departure on select Southern Railway routes, offering more flexibility and better seat utilisation.
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iPhone 17 release date likely set for September: Expected date, announcements and all other details
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, including the iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, in September, continuing its annual launch cycle.
