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Perplexity AI launches Comet, an AI browser to take on Google Chrome

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Perplexity AI launches Comet, an AI browser to take on Google Chrome

The browser merges tabs, tasks, and tools into a single intelligent interface, allowing users to navigate the web more like a conversation than a clunky stack of hyperlinks

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7 and Z Flip7 FE India price announced: Check pre-orders, bank discounts and all other details

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7 and Z Flip7 FE India price announced: Check pre-orders, bank discounts and all other details

Samsung has announced the India prices for the Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, and Watch8 series. Pre-orders are now live with launch offers, bank discounts, and exclusive benefits.

ByteDance denies TikTok sale to Oracle-led consortium

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ByteDance denies TikTok sale to Oracle-led consortium

A now-deleted report by GeekPark claimed ByteDance had approved a sale to an Oracle-led group, retaining a minority stake. However, ByteDance has not confirmed this, and the report has been scrubbed from Chinese platforms.

Apple reportedly in talks to stream Formula 1 in the US on Apple TV app

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Apple reportedly in talks to stream Formula 1 in the US on Apple TV app

If the deal goes through, Apple would join an expanding list of tech giants transforming live sports distribution. The company already streams Friday Night Baseball and Major League Soccer via Apple TV,

OpenAI hires 4 engineers from Tesla, xAI after Meta poaches its talent

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OpenAI hires 4 engineers from Tesla, xAI after Meta poaches its talent

This hiring wave comes after Meta’s new AI division, called Superintelligence Labs, recently hired at least four engineers from OpenAI.

NVIDIA introduces new RTX 50 Series graphics cards and AI tools for gaming and design in India

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NVIDIA introduces new RTX 50 Series graphics cards and AI tools for gaming and design in India

The new graphics cards are based on NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture and are set to launch later this month. The event focused on how these GPUs will shape the future of gaming, content creation, and design through AI.

Sam Altman says he’s not a fan of smart glasses, teases upcoming OpenAI device

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Sam Altman says he’s not a fan of smart glasses, teases upcoming OpenAI device

Altman also gave a small teaser about OpenAI’s upcoming hardware, saying only that “it’s going to be great.” He didn’t reveal anything else about the product,

Google’s new feature takes the spam out of your Gmail, here’s how

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Google’s new feature takes the spam out of your Gmail, here’s how

Starting today on the web — and rolling out to Android on July 14 and iOS on July 21 — Gmail’s new Manage subscriptions view gathers all your subscription emails in one place and arms you with one-click unsubscribes.

Intel to lay off over 500 employees as part of major restructuring

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Intel to lay off over 500 employees as part of major restructuring

Intel hasn't shared the total number of layoffs company-wide, but reports suggest that up to 20% of the workforce could be affected in the coming months.

Tim Cook will now lead Apple’s design team as big visual changes take shape

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Tim Cook will now lead Apple’s design team as big visual changes take shape

Until now, the design team reported to Apple’s COO Jeff Williams. But with Williams set to retire later this year, Apple has confirmed that the team will report directly to Cook.

Amazon Prime Day Sale 2025: Huge discounts on Galaxy S24 Ultra, iPhone 15, OnePlus 13R, and more

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Amazon Prime Day Sale 2025: Huge discounts on Galaxy S24 Ultra, iPhone 15, OnePlus 13R, and more

The Amazon Prime Day sale is exclusive to Prime members, the sale promises major discounts on smartphones, gadgets, wearables, and more. If you've been eyeing a phone upgrade, now might be the perfect time.

Galaxy Unpacked July 2025: When, where and how to watch the Galaxy Z Fold7 event live

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Galaxy Unpacked July 2025: When, where and how to watch the Galaxy Z Fold7 event live

bSamsung will unveil its thinnest and lightest foldables at Galaxy Unpacked on July 9; here’s when and where to watch it live in India.

Apple appoints Sabih Khan as its new COO, to take charge later this month

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Apple appoints Sabih Khan as its new COO, to take charge later this month

Sabih Khan, a 30-year Apple veteran who joined the executive team in 2019, has long been considered a key architect of Apple’s supply chain.

Explained: What is Stop Killing Games movement and why gamers are complaining against developers

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Explained: What is Stop Killing Games movement and why gamers are complaining against developers

At the heart of this movement is not just player frustration but also the issue of preservation. When publishers pull the plug on online-only games, they don’t just disappear from store shelves — they’re wiped from history.

Amazon asks its engineers, marketing staff to pitch in for deliveries during Prime Day rush

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Amazon asks its engineers, marketing staff to pitch in for deliveries during Prime Day rush

Amazon employees were asked to sign up for two-hour shifts between 10am and 6pm, from Tuesday through Friday. Their tasks include picking out grocery items, packing bags, loading delivery carts, and even handing out snacks to boost morale.

First live video of iPhone 17 Air leaks online, shows ultra-thin design and matte finish

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First live video of iPhone 17 Air leaks online, shows ultra-thin design and matte finish

Compared to the chunkier, more premium iPhone 17 Pro Max, which Bu leaked earlier, the Air model stands out for its slim and lightweight profile, clearly made for those who prefer something sleeker in the hand.

Dreame F10 robot vacuum launched in India at Rs 21,999 with 13,000Pa suction power

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Dreame F10 robot vacuum launched in India at Rs 21,999 with 13,000Pa suction power

Dreame has launched the F10 Robot Vacuum in India at Rs 21,999, featuring 13,000Pa suction power, smart mapping, and mop support. It will be available at Rs 19,999 during Prime Day.

OnePlus Nord 5 Series debuts in India with big batteries, 50MP cameras, and more

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OnePlus Nord 5 Series debuts in India with big batteries, 50MP cameras, and more

OnePlus has launched its new Nord 5 seriesin India. The series consists of Nord 5, Nord CE 5. Also, OnePlus has unveiled the OnePlus Buds 4. All devices will go on sale, starting July 9.

HP launches OmniBook 5 and 3 series with next-gen AI features, price starts at Rs 69,999

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HP launches OmniBook 5 and 3 series with next-gen AI features, price starts at Rs 69,999

HP has launched OmniBook 5 and 3 series laptops in India with next-gen AI features, Snapdragon and AMD processors, up to 34-hour battery life, and prices starting at Rs 69,999.

Nothing’s sub-brand CMF moves its global marketing division to India

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Nothing’s sub-brand CMF moves its global marketing division to India

For CMF, which targets the affordable yet design-conscious segment with earbuds, accessories, and smartphones, the move offers several advantages.

Windows 11 finally overtakes Windows 10 as it is now on more PCs and desktops

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Windows 11 finally overtakes Windows 10 as it is now on more PCs and desktops

Despite becoming the dominant OS for PC gamers back in September, Windows 11’s overall adoption has been sluggish.

Samsung unveils KEEP, its AI-focused security feature, set to roll out with One UI 8

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Samsung unveils KEEP, its AI-focused security feature, set to roll out with One UI 8

Samsung has announced a major security update ahead of its upcoming Galaxy smartphone launches, introducing new features designed to protect user privacy in an era of on-device AI and evolving digital threats.

Top Apple AI exec jumps ship to Meta, as Zuckerberg’s Superintelligence squad gains steam

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Top Apple AI exec jumps ship to Meta, as Zuckerberg’s Superintelligence squad gains steam

The senior executive oversaw a roughly 100-person team crucial to developing Apple’s own foundation models — the very models Apple recently chose to supplement with OpenAI’s GPT-4o and potentially others.

Former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey launches a messaging app that doesn't require the internet

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Former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey launches a messaging app that doesn't require the internet

Bitchat is designed for privacy-first, off-grid communication. Messages are encrypted, ephemeral, and hop between nearby devices via Bluetooth.

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