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CMF Phone 2 Pro is now available for purchase on Flipkart: Check price and specifications

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CMF Phone 2 Pro is now available for purchase on Flipkart: Check price and specifications

The latest smartphone from Nothing’s budget-friendly sub-brand CMF is officially up for sale in India starting today, May 5, 2025, across Flipkart, Flipkart Minutes, Vijay Sales, Croma, and major retail outlets.

'We will slightly reduce bonus': Google notifies employees about change in appraisal program via email

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'We will slightly reduce bonus': Google notifies employees about change in appraisal program via email

According to the email, Google will increase the number of these top ratings during annual reviews. Employees who earn this top grade can expect higher bonuses and equity in their 2026 compensation.

PUBG addiction leaves 12-year-old Delhi boy with partial paralysis and spinal deformity

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PUBG addiction leaves 12-year-old Delhi boy with partial paralysis and spinal deformity

A 12-year-old boy from Delhi ended up with partial paralysis and a severely bent spine — all linked to his addiction to PUBG and nonstop gaming.

iPhone 16e drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon: Should you buy it?

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iPhone 16e drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon: Should you buy it?

Despite being more affordable than the iPhone 15, the iPhone 16e comes with Apple Intelligence, Apple's latest suite of AI features, which the 15 doesn’t offer.

Ahead of I/O 2025, Google teases how it plans to take on ChatGPT with Gemini AI

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Ahead of I/O 2025, Google teases how it plans to take on ChatGPT with Gemini AI

Josh Woodward, VP at Google, laid out the vision in a detailed post on X, signaling a strategic shift toward an assistant that not only understands users but anticipates their needs—without constant prompting.

Spotify dodges ‘Apple tax’, can now push external payments on iOS app

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Spotify dodges ‘Apple tax’, can now push external payments on iOS app

Spotify called the change a milestone and a fresh start for developers seeking a fairer mobile marketplace.

Samsung S24 Ultra gets Rs 45,000 price cut on Amazon: Here’s how you can grab the deal

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Samsung S24 Ultra gets Rs 45,000 price cut on Amazon: Here’s how you can grab the deal

Samsung’s flagship phone, the Galaxy S24 Ultra, has received a jaw-dropping price cut of Rs 45,000 as part of the Amazon Great Summer Sale.

Amazon Great Summer Sale deals with up to 70% off on laptops, smartphones, appliances and more

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Amazon Great Summer Sale deals with up to 70% off on laptops, smartphones, appliances and more

Business customers can avail cashback up to Rs 9,999 per order for three pre-paid purchases

Top 10 smartphone deals you shouldn't miss on Flipkart right now

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Top 10 smartphone deals you shouldn't miss on Flipkart right now

Flipkart is offering some fantastic deals across a wide range of smartphones from budget models to premium flagships.

Apple loosens App Store rules after court order in legal battle with Epic Games

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Apple loosens App Store rules after court order in legal battle with Epic Games

Apple has now updated its guidelines accordingly, applying the new rules only to the US storefront for now.

“It’s taking longer than we thought”: Apple CEO Tim Cook on AI-powered Siri:

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“It’s taking longer than we thought”: Apple CEO Tim Cook on AI-powered Siri:

The revamped Siri, expected to lean heavily on generative AI to offer a more personal assistant experience, had been a much-anticipated part of Apple’s broader artificial intelligence push.

'One of the biggest lessons...' OpenAI explains how ChatGPT became sycophantic

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'One of the biggest lessons...' OpenAI explains how ChatGPT became sycophantic

An update, which leaned heavily on short-term user feedback, inadvertently produced a version of ChatGPT that was “overly supportive but disingenuous.”

Apple CEO Tim Cook ‘praises’ Donald Trump, reaffirms Apple’s American roots at CEO summit

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Apple CEO Tim Cook ‘praises’ Donald Trump, reaffirms Apple’s American roots at CEO summit

Tim Cook praised Trump’s “focus on domestic semiconductor manufacturing” and said Apple would “continue to work with the administration.”

Amazon and Flipkart sale: Why the iPhone 15 isn’t the one you should look to buy

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Amazon and Flipkart sale: Why the iPhone 15 isn’t the one you should look to buy

While it’s a really capable phone, there are a few key reasons why the iPhone 15 is not the smartest buy at the moment

Call of Duty Warzone Season 3 Reloaded announced: What's new, rollout details and all you need to know

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Call of Duty Warzone Season 3 Reloaded announced: What's new, rollout details and all you need to know

Call of Duty Warzone Season 3 Reloaded brings Verdansk map updates, ranked play overhaul, new events, limited-time modes, and gameplay refinements, offering a richer and more competitive experience for players.

Apple MacBook Air M4 drops to its lowest-ever price on Flipkart: Discount details and how to get the deal

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Apple MacBook Air M4 drops to its lowest-ever price on Flipkart: Discount details and how to get the deal

Apple’s latest MacBook Air powered by the new M4 chip, is now available at its lowest-ever price in India. As listed on Flipkart, the 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD variant of the MacBook Air M4 is currently priced at Rs 87,740, down from its original retail price of Rs 99,900.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro gets Rs 10,000 discount on Flipkart: Check out the deal

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Apple iPhone 16 Pro gets Rs 10,000 discount on Flipkart: Check out the deal

With the Rs 10,000 discount, the iPhone 16 Pro offers incredible value for anyone looking for a top-tier smartphone.

Google's AI mode search rolls out to more users with smart new features

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Google's AI mode search rolls out to more users with smart new features

While these features are now available through Labs, Google is also running a limited test where some users may start seeing the AI Mode tab directly in Search.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang salary increased for the first time in 10 years, here’s how much hike he got

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang salary increased for the first time in 10 years, here’s how much hike he got

In total, Huang’s pay package for 2025 is nearly $50 million—specifically, $49.9 million. This includes a huge $38.8 million in stock awards.

Qubo launches 3 dashcams in India and one of them comes with advanced Sony STARVIS 2 sensor

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Qubo launches 3 dashcams in India and one of them comes with advanced Sony STARVIS 2 sensor

The smart devices brand from Hero Group has expanded its dashcam lineup with the launch of the Dashcam Pro 3K, Dashcam Pro 2.7K, and Dashcam Pro 2K.

Google deletes 1.6 million apps from Play Store in 2024 to make it safer and easier to use

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Google deletes 1.6 million apps from Play Store in 2024 to make it safer and easier to use

In numbers, that means the Play Store has gone from around 3.4 million apps down to 1.8 million. That’s a 47% drop since the beginning of 2024, according to Appfigures.

Perplexity’s WhatsApp bot temporarily goes offline amid surge in demand

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Perplexity’s WhatsApp bot temporarily goes offline amid surge in demand

“We’ve had to take it down temporarily. Working to bring it back as soon as possible," Aravind Srinivas wrote on X, thanking users for their patience and promising further updates.

Apple Q2 profit hits $24.8 billion as Services and iPhone sales push revenue to $95.4 billion

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Apple Q2 profit hits $24.8 billion as Services and iPhone sales push revenue to $95.4 billion

Apple CEO Tim Cook credited the strong quarter to the launch of the iPhone 16e, alongside new Mac and iPad models powered by Apple silicon.

Apple CEO Tim Cook confirms majority of iPhones sold in the US will come from India

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Apple CEO Tim Cook confirms majority of iPhones sold in the US will come from India

Tim Cook confirmed that India will be the country of origin for a majority of iPhones sold in the US, as Apple reroutes its supply chain away from China.

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