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SoftBank endorses OpenAI’s restructure plan, but what will Microsoft do?

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SoftBank endorses OpenAI’s restructure plan, but what will Microsoft do?

For now, SoftBank’s green light keeps OpenAI’s ambitious funding and governance plans alive. But until Microsoft weighs in, it still remains unclear how OpenAI will restructure.

iPhone shipments fall nearly 50% in China as Apple slips to fifth place

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iPhone shipments fall nearly 50% in China as Apple slips to fifth place

Multiple factors are behind Apple’s decline: Huawei’s comeback with in-house chips and HarmonyOS Next, a slow rollout of generative AI features, and China’s pro-domestic policies.

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra launched with AI features, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip in India at an effective price of Rs 89,999

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Motorola Razr 60 Ultra launched with AI features, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip in India at an effective price of Rs 89,999

Motorola has launched its latest foldable smartphone -- Razr 60 Ultra -- in India.

Apple’s iOS 19 could bring this important AI-powered battery feature for iPhones

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Apple’s iOS 19 could bring this important AI-powered battery feature for iPhones

While the feature will roll out to all compatible AI-enabled iPhones, Apple’s motivation appears to be the upcoming iPhone 17 Air, a slimmer model expected to debut this fall.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge price announced: Pre-orders is now live with free storage upgrade

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge price announced: Pre-orders is now live with free storage upgrade

Samsung has revealed the price of its simmest phone -- Galaxy S25 Edge. The phone is also available for pre-order.

Google to support AI startups in India with new accelerator program

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Google to support AI startups in India with new accelerator program

The program is being run in partnership with the MeitY Startup Hub and focuses on startups working with Agentic AI and Multimodal AI—two areas that are expected to play a big role in the future of AI.

Bad news for Amazon users: You’ll have to pay more to get an ad-free viewing on Prime Video

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Bad news for Amazon users: You’ll have to pay more to get an ad-free viewing on Prime Video

ChatGPT leads woman to believe her husband is cheating, here's what happened next

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ChatGPT leads woman to believe her husband is cheating, here's what happened next

In Greece, a woman filed for divorce after claiming that ChatGPT helped her discover her husband’s affair by reading coffee cups.

OnePlus 15 may ditch curved screen for a flat display, leak suggests

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OnePlus 15 may ditch curved screen for a flat display, leak suggests

According to popular tipster Digital Chat Station, the next flagship phone from OnePlus might come with a flat display—a noticeable change from the curved screen design we've seen in its previous models like the OnePlus 13.

Xiaomi 16 may arrive with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, massive 6800mAh battery and more

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Xiaomi 16 may arrive with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, massive 6800mAh battery and more

According to the leak, the Xiaomi 16 could be the first phone to come with a brand-new processor called the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. Another big highlight is the huge 6,800mAh battery, which should easily last more than a day on a single charge.

iPhone users in India at high risk, government issues warning

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iPhone users in India at high risk, government issues warning

The alert, shared by CERT-In, says that older versions of iOS and iPadOS basically anything before iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 17.3 are at serious risk.

Donald Trump says Apple is going to be building a “lot of plants” in the US

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Donald Trump says Apple is going to be building a “lot of plants” in the US

Apple previously announced plans to spend that amount on expanding its US footprint, including AI server assembly in Houston.

Apple rolls out iOS 18.5 with minor updates, new wallpaper, and more

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Apple rolls out iOS 18.5 with minor updates, new wallpaper, and more

This update is relatively light on new features but still introduces some meaningful changes. As always, some features in iOS 18.5 may be region- or device-dependent.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge debuts as ultra-thin smartphone with pro camera and Galaxy AI smarts

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge debuts as ultra-thin smartphone with pro camera and Galaxy AI smarts

Despite its ultra-slim profile, the S25 Edge doesn’t compromise on power or features, boasting a titanium frame, AI-powered tools, and a 200MP camera.

Google updates ‘G’ icon for the first time in nearly a decade, adds modern gradient flair

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Google updates ‘G’ icon for the first time in nearly a decade, adds modern gradient flair

The updated ‘G’ icon is already live on iOS via the Google Search app and began appearing on Android this week with Google app beta version 16.18.

India’s smartphone market slows down in early 2025, but Apple shines bright

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India’s smartphone market slows down in early 2025, but Apple shines bright

While the market dipped, Apple had a great run. It saw the biggest growth among the top 5 brands, with a 23% year-on-year jump.

Pope Leo XIV shares how artificial intelligence helped him choose his papal name

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Pope Leo XIV shares how artificial intelligence helped him choose his papal name

Speaking to the College of Cardinals during his first official address on Saturday, Pope Leo XIV — formerly known as Cardinal Robert Prevost — said his decision to take the name “Leo” was a tribute to Pope Leo XIII

Alcatel V3 Ultra to launch soon in India with stylus, triple camera and smart display modes

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Alcatel V3 Ultra to launch soon in India with stylus, triple camera and smart display modes

From what we know so far, the phone is designed with a mix of elegance and functionality. The box proudly highlights Alcatel’s French roots, while also stressing on its “Made in India” status.

Google I/O 2025 what to expect: More of Gemini AI, less of Android 16

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Google I/O 2025 what to expect: More of Gemini AI, less of Android 16

This year’s I/O will place heavy emphasis on the Gemini AI ecosystem, along with next-gen projects like Astra and Veo 2.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 may get the much-awaited blood pressure monitoring system, 5G support and more

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 may get the much-awaited blood pressure monitoring system, 5G support and more

Until Apple makes it official, all of this is still in the rumour stage. But if these features do arrive, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 could finally feel like a true step forward.

An all-glass iPhone, a home robot, its first foldable and more: Apple’s expected product line up for the next two years

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An all-glass iPhone, a home robot, its first foldable and more: Apple’s expected product line up for the next two years

Apple is gearing up for a major product overhaul over the next two years, with a foldable iPhone, a curved all-glass 20th anniversary model, AI-powered smart glasses, and a home robot featuring a personality-driven assistant

Mexico sues Google over ‘Gulf of America’ label on Maps

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Mexico sues Google over ‘Gulf of America’ label on Maps

The dispute stems from an early-term Trump order to rebrand the body of water, a move that Google implemented on Maps by February 10.

iOS 19 will sync public Wi-Fi credentials across Apple devices

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iOS 19 will sync public Wi-Fi credentials across Apple devices

While most of the iOS 19 buzz focuses on rumored interface changes and deeper AI integration, this Wi-Fi sync capability could quietly become one of the most appreciated updates

Android’s latest update fixes 46 bugs, including a zero-day vulnerability

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Android’s latest update fixes 46 bugs, including a zero-day vulnerability

Security experts recommend installing these updates immediately, especially given the confirmed in-the-wild exploitation of the FreeType vulnerability.

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