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OnePlus 13s India launch set for June 5: Check price, bonus drop, specifications, camera, battery and everything else we know so far

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OnePlus 13s India launch set for June 5: Check price, bonus drop, specifications, camera, battery and everything else we know so far

Here's everything we know so far about the upcoming smartphone from OnePlus -- the OnePlus 13s.

BGMI Redeem Codes for May 30, 2025: Win exciting rewards, in-game items, outfits and more

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BGMI Redeem Codes for May 30, 2025: Win exciting rewards, in-game items, outfits and more

Krafton India shares new set of redeem codes with free in-game items, rewards and more.

This is how much OnePlus 13s may cost in India

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This is how much OnePlus 13s may cost in India

The company’s official website reveals that the OnePlus 13s will run on Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Plus, it will have a special Wi-Fi chip to help with faster and more stable connections.

Over 184 million accounts compromised in massive leak affecting Facebook, Instagram and Microsoft users

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Over 184 million accounts compromised in massive leak affecting Facebook, Instagram and Microsoft users

In total, the database contained 47.42 GB of raw data. Fowler said it looked like the information had been collected using a type of malware known as an infostealer.

No, the government hasn’t launched a pan-India blood helpline: Here’s what you need to know about the ‘fake’ scheme

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No, the government hasn’t launched a pan-India blood helpline: Here’s what you need to know about the ‘fake’ scheme

A viral message circulating on social media platforms has falsely claimed that the Government of India has launched a nationwide “Blood on Call” service through a helpline number 104.

Perplexity AI launches Labs to turn ideas into reports, apps, and more

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Perplexity AI launches Labs to turn ideas into reports, apps, and more

Labs is meant for bigger tasks requiring extended effort. Perplexity says this launch marks a shift from passive inquiry to active creation — turning curiosity into outcomes.

Google’s Gemini AI can now summarise videos in Drive: Key details

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Google’s Gemini AI can now summarise videos in Drive: Key details

Aimed at helping users extract key insights without rewatching lengthy recordings, this feature adds muscle to Drive’s growing suite of productivity tools—but it’s only available on the web for now.

Sony FX2 launched: 10 things to know about the $3000 Cinema Line camera

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Sony FX2 launched: 10 things to know about the $3000 Cinema Line camera

Sony has officially unveiled the FX2, a new addition to its Cinema Line aimed at indie filmmakers, solo creators, and production crews seeking cinematic visuals in a compact form factor. Priced around $3,000 with accessories, here are 10 things to know about the FX2.

Call of Duty Warzone season 04 update now rolling out: Complete changelog, and all other details

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Call of Duty Warzone season 04 update now rolling out: Complete changelog, and all other details

Call of Duty: Warzone Season 04 launched on May 29, introducing significant changes to the battle royale experience. The update features a new storyline where Adler and Stitch form an alliance, a major overhaul of Downtown Verdansk, new limited-time modes, weapons, and a fresh season of Ranked Play.

APT41 hacking group is targeting Google Calendar with this ‘new’ malware: What is it, how it works and tips to stay protected

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APT41 hacking group is targeting Google Calendar with this ‘new’ malware: What is it, how it works and tips to stay protected

The infection begins with spear-phishing emails that direct victims to a malicious ZIP archive hosted on a hijacked government website. The archive contains a Windows shortcut file (LNK) that mimics a PDF, alongside a directory of fake images named like arthropod photos. Clicking the LNK triggers a multi-stage infection process.

Tecno Pova Curve 5G launched in India, price starts at Rs 15,999

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Tecno Pova Curve 5G launched in India, price starts at Rs 15,999

The Tecno Pova Curve 5G is available in two variants. The 6GB RAM and 128GB storage version is priced at Rs 15,999 and will be sold exclusively on Flipkart.

Logic Pro update brings smarter stems, flashback capture, and more

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Logic Pro update brings smarter stems, flashback capture, and more

Apple has introduced new Logic Pro updates for Mac and iPad, supercharging beat making and producing. Also debuting is Flashback Capture, a kind of musical time machine that recovers unrecorded MIDI or audio performances with a tap.

4 upcoming Android smartphones in 2025 that will be as powerful as Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

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4 upcoming Android smartphones in 2025 that will be as powerful as Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is one of the most powerful phones in the world. However, if you are not invested in the Apple ecosystem and look for a new Android alternative that are as good as the iPhone 16 Pro Max, then here are some upcoming phones for you.

Sony FX2 Cinema Line camera launched with 33MP Exmor R sensor: Price, key features, and more

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Sony FX2 Cinema Line camera launched with 33MP Exmor R sensor: Price, key features, and more

Sony has equipped it with broad codec support, including 4:2:2 10-bit All-Intra formats, and the ability to record DCI 4K at 24p and 4K 60p for up to 13 hours

Google Chrome has many buyers lining up, but is Google planning to sell it? Sundar Pichai finally breaks silence

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Google Chrome has many buyers lining up, but is Google planning to sell it? Sundar Pichai finally breaks silence

When asked if Google could continue doing everything it wants to do if forced to sell Chrome, Pichai didn’t give a direct yes or no. But he made it pretty clear that selling Chrome isn’t part of Google’s plans.

DeepSeek releases updated R1 model on Hugging Face under open license

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DeepSeek releases updated R1 model on Hugging Face under open license

With its massive parameter count, R1 likely requires specialised hardware and won’t run on consumer-grade machines without significant modification.

ChatGPT Plus free for all Dubai residents? Here’s the truth behind the social media claim

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ChatGPT Plus free for all Dubai residents? Here’s the truth behind the social media claim

For those unfamiliar, ChatGPT Plus is the paid version of OpenAI’s popular chatbot. It costs $20 a month (around Dh72) and offers extra perks like access to the powerful GPT-4o model, faster responses, and better availability during busy times.

Opera launches Neon, an AI browser that can code write reports, and more

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Opera launches Neon, an AI browser that can code write reports, and more

Unveiled this week as the next phase of the company’s earlier “AI Browser Operator” vision, Neon is built from the ground up for what Opera calls “agentic browsing.”

This popular social media app is draining your Android phone’s battery, Google confirms

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This popular social media app is draining your Android phone’s battery, Google confirms

In response to the growing complaints, Google published an advisory titled “Battery drain on Android devices,” confirming the issue and offering a fix. According to the post, Instagram has now started rolling out an update that should solve the problem.

iOS 26, macOS 26, and more: Apple could rename all its operating systems at WWDC

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iOS 26, macOS 26, and more: Apple could rename all its operating systems at WWDC

Apple may name its OS updates after the following year. That means the next big release of iOS, due this fall, will be called iOS 26, not iOS 19. The name change is expected to be uniform across all the company's operating systems.

Mark Zuckerberg says Meta AI now has 1 billion users, eyes monetisation and personalisation

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Mark Zuckerberg says Meta AI now has 1 billion users, eyes monetisation and personalisation

This surge in usage follows the recent launch of a standalone Meta AI app in April. Despite the billion-user benchmark, Zuckerberg noted that the product is still in its growth phase.

‘We’re still sending traffic to the web’: Google CEO Sundar Pichai responds to backlash from news outlets

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‘We’re still sending traffic to the web’: Google CEO Sundar Pichai responds to backlash from news outlets

Pichai addressed concerns around AI Overviews, which provide quick, AI-generated answers at the top of search results, sometimes replacing the need to click on external links.

Samsung One UI 8 Beta program announced with Android 16: Eligible devices, how to enrol and more

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Samsung One UI 8 Beta program announced with Android 16: Eligible devices, how to enrol and more

Samsung has opened the One UI 8 Beta for Galaxy S25 series, offering Android 16 with AI-driven multimodal features, context-aware suggestions, and enhanced privacy. Enrollment through Samsung Members begins today.

This is the most popular smartphone in the world

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This is the most popular smartphone in the world

Samsung also made it to the top 10, but its Galaxy S25 Ultra didn’t perform as strongly this time. It came in at number seven, slipping a couple of spots compared to the S24 Ultra’s performance last year.

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