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NYT Mini Crossword: Clues and answers for June 20, 2025
The puzzle for Friday, June 20, 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. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the puzzle, including clues, answers, and gameplay tips.
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Samsung One UI 8 update rolllout, list of supported devices to get Android 16, new features and other details
Here's the complete list of devices that are expected to get the One UI 8 update based on Android 16.
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Vivo Y400 Pro 5G launching today, June 20, 2025: Expected price, features and all other details
Vivo is set to unveil its latest Y-series smartphone, the Vivo Y400 Pro 5G, in India today, June 20. The device is expected to be the successor to the Vivo Y200 Pro 5G, which debuted in March this year.
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New OnePlus phone with shoulder triggers for gamers could launch soon
This comes just as OnePlus is gearing up to launch the Nord 5 and Nord CE 5 in India on July 8, following the recent debut of the OnePlus 13s with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chi
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16 billion usernames and passwords leaked in a data breach, Google, Facebok and Apple accounts compromised
This discovery goes far beyond a previous incident last month, where a database with 184 million Apple logins was found sitting unprotected online
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Why OpenAI is turning against Microsoft after years of partnership
According to the report, some top executives at OpenAI have thought about calling out Microsoft publicly for being too controlling and possibly behaving in an anticompetitive way.
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Microsoft layoffs 2025: The Windows-maker is reportedly planning to cut thousands of jobs in this department
Microsoft is planning to cut around 1000 more jobs in Sales and marketing departmnet.
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Chrome security warning: Indian Government issues advisory on critical flaw; here’s what users need to do
CERT-In has issued a high-risk alert for Chrome users on desktop, warning of vulnerabilities that could allow remote code execution or DoS attacks. Users must update immediately.
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ChatGPT or Google Gemini: Which one should you use and when on iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows and other platforms
As artificial intelligence tools become more accessible, users are increasingly comparing free options like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini to meet daily productivity needs. Here’s a practical, task-based comparison to help you decide which one suits your workflow better.
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Nothing Phone 3 to offer what Pixel, Samsung already do and it is all about the software
Evangelidis explained that this was one of the main reasons they chose this chip—it gives the company a better path to offer long-term support for the phone. In his words, it’s the difference between “5 & 7” and “4 & 4”.
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OnePlus launches Bullets Wireless Z3 neckband in India: Check price, availability, and key specs
The OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 comes with a 12.4mm dynamic driver, Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, and Google Fast Pair support.
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Apple may launch first foldable phone by 2026: Check expected specs, price and more
Kuo says that Apple supplier Foxconn is likely to begin production of the device by late September or early October 2025.
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More Microsoft employees to lose jobs in coming weeks, sales team likely to be hit
This move follows Microsoft’s last round of layoffs in May, which saw about 6,000 employees lose their jobs. As of June last year, Microsoft had around 2.28 lakh workers globally.
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How to remove ads from Amazon Prime Video: A step-by-step guide, additional charges and more
Amazon Prime Video users will now see 4–6 minutes of ads per hour. To remove them, Amazon offers an ad-free add-on for Rs 129/month or Rs 699/year.
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ChatGPT could be training your brain to stop thinking, MIT study explains how
The study involved 54 participants, aged 18 to 39, who were split into three groups. One group used ChatGPT to write essays based on SAT-style prompts, another used Google Search, and the third relied purely on their own brains
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FASTag Annual Pass: Price, validity, Trips, savings, where to purchase, and all other details you need to know
In a move to ease costs for frequent highway commuters, the government has launched a FASTag-based Annual Pass. Announced by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, the pass will be available starting August 15, 2025, through the Rajmargyatra app and NHAI website.
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Scale AI insists it’s not shutting down after $14.3 billion Meta investment
Founded in 2016, Scale AI gained traction by supplying data preparation services for AI models developed by major players like OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft.
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Google is asking iPhone users to reinstall the YouTube app, here’s why
Google has fixed a recent YouTube app crashing issue affecting users. The company advises iPhone users to reinstall the app to ensure they have the latest stable version and complete the fix.
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Meta introduces passkeys for Facebook: What it is, how it works, and more
The new login method, which uses biometric data or a device PIN, promises a faster and more secure way to access your Facebook account — and soon, Messenger as well
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Midjourney launches image-to-video AI model: All the details
Dubbed “Image-to-Video,” this feature lets users animate any image generated within Midjourney—or even one uploaded externally. With a simple click of the “Animate” button, users can bring their creations to life.
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Gigabyte launches Aorus Master 16 AI gaming laptop in India with RTX 5080 GPU and AI agent GiMATE, price starts at Rs 3,15,000
Gigabyte has launched the Aorus Master 16 AI gaming laptop in India with Intel Core Ultra 9, RTX 5080 GPU, and voice-enabled GiMATE agent.
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Microsoft services are down globally: Services affected and all other details
A significant global outage is affecting Microsoft services, including Xbox Network, Minecraft, and the Microsoft Store. Users are reporting widespread server connection and login issues, according to Downdetector
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MacBook Air M4 price drops below Rs 90,000 on Amazon, here’s how to get the deal
Apple’s MacBook Air M4 is now available on Amazon India for under Rs 90,000 with bank discounts and exchange offers.
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Reliance Jio updates these prepaid gaming plans with free BGMI skins, additional data and more
Reliance Jio has launched two new prepaid gaming plans priced at Rs 495 and Rs 545. Both offer unlimited calls, 100 SMS/day, extra data, and subscriptions to JioGamesCloud, BGMI, FanCode, and JioHotstar.
