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How to Install WhatsApp on Apple Watch in 4 Simple Steps

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How to Install WhatsApp on Apple Watch in 4 Simple Steps

After years of waiting, WhatsApp has finally launched a dedicated app for Apple Watch, allowing users to send and receive messages, voice notes, and even react with emojis directly from their wrist. This marks the end of the old notification-only setup and gives Apple Watch users a full-fledged messaging experience. Here’s a simple four-step guide to install WhatsApp on your Apple Watch and start using it efficiently.

How to check if someone is using your PAN without your knowledge and stop it in 6 simple steps

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How to check if someone is using your PAN without your knowledge and stop it in 6 simple steps

Scammers can misuse your PAN card for loans, credit cards, or identity fraud. Here’s how to find out if your PAN is being used illegally and steps to stop it.

OriginOS 6 rollout: List of all the iQOO smartphones that will get the all-new OS update

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OriginOS 6 rollout: List of all the iQOO smartphones that will get the all-new OS update

iQOO has confirmed its lineup of smartphones eligible for the OriginOS 6 (Android 16) update, featuring AI tools, refreshed visuals, and improved performance scheduled in phases through 2026.

Domino’s Pizza takes a jab at GTA VI launch delay; asks Rockstar Games if they need help

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Domino’s Pizza takes a jab at GTA VI launch delay; asks Rockstar Games if they need help

Domino’s Pizza UK poked fun at Rockstar Games following the announcement of another delay for Grand Theft Auto VI, humorously offering “help delivering” after the studio postponed the game’s release.

Apple TV outage: New series ‘Pluribus’ from Breaking Bad producer may have caused platform to go down for the first time ever

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Apple TV outage: New series ‘Pluribus’ from Breaking Bad producer may have caused platform to go down for the first time ever

Apple TV experienced hours of disruption across North America following the premiere of Pluribus, with thousands reporting outages on Apple TV, Music, and Arcade before services gradually recovered.

Alibaba’s Qwen 3 outsmarts OpenAI with perfect score in world’s toughest math contest

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Alibaba’s Qwen 3 outsmarts OpenAI with perfect score in world’s toughest math contest

Alibaba’s Qwen 3 AI model has achieved a perfect score in the world’s toughest math exams, outperforming OpenAI’s models. The breakthrough marks a major leap for China’s AI research, showing how advanced reasoning and problem-solving are redefining the global AI race.

Google’s Gemini finally comes to Android Auto: Here’s everything you need to know

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Google’s Gemini finally comes to Android Auto: Here’s everything you need to know

Google has begun rolling out Gemini to Android Auto, replacing Google Assistant with a smarter, more natural AI that can chat live, translate messages, and integrate with Maps and smart devices.

YouTube’s AI age check is flagging real adults as kids: 5 key things to know

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YouTube’s AI age check is flagging real adults as kids: 5 key things to know

YouTube’s new AI-powered age verification system is wrongly flagging adult users as minors, forcing them to either submit ID proof or face strict viewing limits. Here’s everything you need to know about the second wave of YouTube’s controversial age-gating rollout.

WhatsApp is working on cross-platform chats: 5 key things you should know about it

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WhatsApp is working on cross-platform chats: 5 key things you should know about it

WhatsApp is testing cross-platform messaging that will let users chat with people on other apps like Telegram or Signal. The feature, currently in beta testing, aims to make messaging more open while keeping chats encrypted. Here’s everything you need to know about how it will work.

Want to code with Apple? Swift Student Challenge 2026 applications open soon: Here’s How to Apply

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Want to code with Apple? Swift Student Challenge 2026 applications open soon: Here’s How to Apply

Apple has announced the Swift Student Challenge 2026, giving young coders a chance to showcase their app ideas and win recognition from the tech giant. Here’s how to apply, eligibility details, and why this year’s challenge is bigger than ever.

Comet’s new AI assistant wants to handle all your online chores: Here’s how it works

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Comet’s new AI assistant wants to handle all your online chores: Here’s how it works

Comet has launched a new and improved version of its AI assistant that can plan trips, manage job searches, fill spreadsheets, and handle complex online tasks. The upgraded Comet Assistant now works across multiple tabs, performs 23% better, and gives users more control over how it interacts with their browser.

Mark Zuckerberg accused of running an illegal school inside his Palo Alto compound

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Mark Zuckerberg accused of running an illegal school inside his Palo Alto compound

Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan are facing allegations of running an illegal school inside their Palo Alto compound. Neighbors claim the school violated zoning laws, while city officials insist no special treatment was given.

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu says he has a 'Plan B' for India if US bans Google, Meta, and Microsoft platforms

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Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu says he has a 'Plan B' for India if US bans Google, Meta, and Microsoft platforms

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has called for a decade-long National Mission for Tech Resilience, responding to concerns about India’s overreliance on U.S. technology amid growing global digital dependency fears.

Man claims his noise-cancelling earbuds caused a hole in his eardrum: What you should know about using earbuds every day

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Man claims his noise-cancelling earbuds caused a hole in his eardrum: What you should know about using earbuds every day

Man claims he developed a hole in his eardrum after using ANC earbuds daily, learn what prolonged earbud use can do to your ears, how to protect your hearing, and what experts recommend

Perplexity will the default AI on Snapchat starting January 2026; confirms CEO Aravind Srinivas

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Perplexity will the default AI on Snapchat starting January 2026; confirms CEO Aravind Srinivas

Perplexity AI’s upcoming role as Snapchat’s default AI assistant marks a major milestone in the convergence of social media and generative AI, giving the startup unprecedented reach while redefining how Snapchat users interact with AI inside the app.

Devialet Mania Opera Rouge speaker launched in India at Rs 1,24,999: Key features and availability

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Devialet Mania Opera Rouge speaker launched in India at Rs 1,24,999: Key features and availability

French audio company Devialet has launched the Mania Opera Rouge speaker in India, designed in collaboration with the Paris National Opera and featuring 24-carat gold-plated accents.

Microsoft issues refund to 2.7 million 365 customers over price hike: Check eligibility and how to get refund

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Microsoft issues refund to 2.7 million 365 customers over price hike: Check eligibility and how to get refund

Microsoft has agreed to refund eligible Microsoft 365 subscribers in Australia after a pricing dispute. Here’s who qualifies and how to claim your refund before the deadline.

Meta could be earning billions from scam ads on Facebook, Instagram, claims report

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Meta could be earning billions from scam ads on Facebook, Instagram, claims report

A new Reuters investigation has found that Meta may be making up to $16 billion a year from scam ads, raising serious questions about its ad policies and internal oversight.

Grand Theft Auto VI delayed again, here's when the popular game will now launch

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Grand Theft Auto VI delayed again, here's when the popular game will now launch

Rockstar Games has pushed back the release of Grand Theft Auto VI to November 19, 2026, marking yet another delay for one of the most eagerly awaited games in history.

'We plan to be a wildly successful company', says Sam Altman as OpenAI eyes $20 billion in 2026 revenue, hundreds of billions by 2030

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'We plan to be a wildly successful company', says Sam Altman as OpenAI eyes $20 billion in 2026 revenue, hundreds of billions by 2030

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has set an audacious growth target for the AI company, projecting annualised revenues of over $20 billion this year and “hundreds of billions” by 2030 — even as questions swirl over its trillion-dollar data centre plans.

Sony’s PlayStation Portal now gets cloud streaming support with a PS Plus subscription

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Sony’s PlayStation Portal now gets cloud streaming support with a PS Plus subscription

Sony has released an important update for its PlayStation Portal remote player, which brings cloud gaming support, letting users stream PS5 titles directly from the cloud. This allows PS Plus Premium members to stream PS5 games directly from the cloud, eliminating the need to connect to a console.

Jio Prepaid 2025: Full List of Free Apps, Subscriptions, and Extra Perks

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Jio Prepaid 2025: Full List of Free Apps, Subscriptions, and Extra Perks

Here are 10 complimentary services that Jio prepaid users can enjoy with their recharge plans in 2025. Do keep in mind that the benefits varies depending upon the plan.

Oppo introduces LUMO Image Engine for Find X9 Series: What is it, how it works and all other details

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Oppo introduces LUMO Image Engine for Find X9 Series: What is it, how it works and all other details

Oppo has unveiled its new LUMO Image Engine, debuting in the upcoming Find X9 Series. Here’s how this next-generation computational imaging platform enhances natural colour, light, and depth reproduction.

Ray-Ban Meta Gen 1 to become available via Amazon, Flipkart, and Reliance Digital

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Ray-Ban Meta Gen 1 to become available via Amazon, Flipkart, and Reliance Digital

Meta and Ray-Ban are set to launch the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 1 smart glasses in India on November 21 via Amazon, Flipkart, and Reliance Digital. Starting November 6, users can sign up for “Notify Me” alerts. The glasses combine classic Ray-Ban design with Meta’s hands-free AI technology.

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