TECHNOLOGY
Amazon to get rid of delivery executives, get humanoid robots to do their job
Amazon plans to pilot a fleet of humanoid robots designed to handle the last-mile delivery, the final stretch from a warehouse to your front door.
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Amazon job cuts: Hundreds of employees lose their jobs in latest round of layoffs
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has been vocal about cutting down on what he calls unnecessary layers of management and internal bureaucracy. The idea is to make the company more agile and efficient, especially in a changing economic environment.
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Why the iPhone 17 series may cost more than the iPhone 16
The research firm says Apple is likely to pass on some of the increased costs from US import tariffs directly to customers. That means the iPhone 17 models could be more expensive than what we’ve seen in previous years.
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Snapchat is now available on Apple Watch: Here’s all you need to know
Snapchat says it wants to make the app more accessible across all kinds of devices, not just smartphones. The Apple Watch version joins other platforms like tablets and the web,
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NYT Strands June 6 answers: Today’s theme, Spangram, and hints explained
The NYT Strands puzzle for June 6, 2025, revolves around the theme “String’s attached,” with the Spangram YOYOTRICK and theme words based on popular yo-yo tricks.
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Indian government has a serious warning for Apple iPhone, Android and some Windows users: Check if you are affected and what you should do right now
The Indian government has issued a high-severity warning about critical vulnerabilities in Qualcomm chips found in many Android and iPhone devices.
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‘Talking to an AI should be like talking to a…’, says Sam Altman as OpenAI pushes back against NYT’s ‘demands’
The legal demand comes as part of The New York Times’s lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, accusing the companies of using copyrighted material to train AI models.
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You can’t watch Pornhub anymore if you’re in this country: Here’s what happened
Pornhub and its sister sites YouPorn and Redtube have officially blocked access in the country. The move comes in response to a new French law that requires pornographic websites to verify users’ ages using strict methods.
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App Store ecosystem powered $1.3 trillion in sales in 2024, claims Apple-backed study
The report, released ahead of Apple’s WWDC 2025, is seen as a strategic reminder of the App Store’s economic clout amid ongoing global scrutiny of its platform policies.
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Apple’s second store in Mumbai may come up in this mall
The company is also reportedly scouting locations in Bengaluru, Pune, and the Delhi-NCR region, though no timelines have been confirmed.
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Nothing’s next big bet: Over-ear headphones incoming on July 1, alongside Phone (3)
This will mark Nothing’s first foray into the over-ear audio space, building on its existing earbuds lineup. The new product will be globally unveiled from its home base in London
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Vivo T4 Ultra launch: Price, variants, features and everything else that we know so far
Vivo T4 Ultra is launching in India on June 11 with features like 10x telephoto macro zoom, a 1.5K quad-curved display, and Dimensity 9300-series chip, aiming to bring flagship-grade performance to the mid-range segment.
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This new Asus mouse releases perfume while you work and is now on sale in India
Asus Fragrance Mouse MD101 is not your average mouse. It comes with a built-in fragrance compartment that releases a soft, soothing aroma while you go about your day. The scent is subtle, not overwhelming.
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“My wealth will be given…” Microsoft founder Bill Gates reveals who will inherit his $200 billion fortune
Speaking in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, the 69-year-old said most of his money will be used to improve healthcare and education in Africa over the next 20 years.
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OnePlus Pad 3 launched with 13.2-inch screen, big battery and improved stylus and keyboard
The OnePlus Pad 3 goes on sale globally starting June 5 in markets like Europe and North America, while the India launch will follow soon, the company says availability details will be announced in the coming weeks.
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OnePlus 13s with Snapdragon 8 Elite and 5,850mAh battery launched in India, starting at Rs 54,999
The OnePlus 13s packs several upgrades in a compact body and focuses on blending powerful specs with smart, AI-enhanced features aimed at improving both productivity and daily usage.
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Amazon India now charging Rs 5 extra per order: What it is, what it means for you, and all other details
While Rs 5 might seem negligible, this move could add up for frequent shoppers. Amazon maintains that the fee is essential for sustaining its seller platform.
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Desperate gamers queue up outside shops since midnight to get their hands on the Nintendo Switch 2
Online restocks have also started rolling out. Walmart, GameStop, and Sam’s Club refreshed their inventories in the early hours of launch day. Target is expected to go live with online sales on June 6, and more restocks are planned over the coming weeks.
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YouTube to stop working on these iPhones and iPads: Check out the list
You can still watch videos using a web browser. Just head to m.youtube.com on Safari or any browser you use. But be prepared—the web version doesn’t offer the same smooth experience as the app, and some features might be missing.
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NYT ‘Strands’ today: Hints, spangram and full answers for Thursday, June 5
NYT ‘Strands’ today: Hints, spangram and full answers for Thursday, June 5.
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OnePlus 13s launch event today: How to watch it live, expected announcements; live streaming link here
OnePlus is launching the compact flagship OnePlus 13s today at 12 PM IST. The event will stream live on YouTube. Expected highlights include the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, AI features like Plus Mind, and a new Plus Key button, alongside a refreshed design and improved thermal and network performance.
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ChatGPT gets smarter with internal integrations with Gmail, Dropbox, Teams and more
Starting today, Plus and Pro users can tap into a growing list of internal app connectors—enabling ChatGPT to fetch real-time context from sources like Gmail, Google Drive, Outlook, Teams, and more
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Apple dealt a major blow in the Epic Games case: All the details
The ruling, stemming from Apple’s long-running legal feud with Epic Games, clears the path for developers to bypass Apple’s in-app payment system — and its hefty 15–30% commission.
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Reddit sues Anthropic over alleged data misuse in AI training
Reddit, which went public in 2024 and now holds a market cap of $22 billion, is seeking damages and a jury trial to enforce its content usage terms.
