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How four filmmakers explored new cinematic terrain with iPhone 16 Pro Max and MacBook Pro

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How four filmmakers explored new cinematic terrain with iPhone 16 Pro Max and MacBook Pro

The filmmakers—Amrita Bagchi, Rohin Raveendran Nair, Chanakya Vyas, and Shalini Vijayakumar— leveraged iPhone’s camera system, cinematic features, and ProRes recording to experiment with visual storytelling across genres and regions.

Google’s Gemini AI can now turn your prompts into cinematic videos, here’s how

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Google’s Gemini AI can now turn your prompts into cinematic videos, here’s how

Google says Veo 2 understands real-world physics and human motion better than ever before, delivering smoother animations, richer detail, and more lifelike scenes.

Vivo T4 5G to launch as India’s slimmest phone with a 7300mAh battery

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Vivo T4 5G to launch as India’s slimmest phone with a 7300mAh battery

Vivo is introducing new battery technologies including BlueVolt anode materials and third-generation silicon. The smartphone is set to launch on April 22 in India.

OnePlus 13T launch date officially confirmed, colour options and display details revealed

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OnePlus 13T launch date officially confirmed, colour options and display details revealed

OnePlus has officially confirmed the launch date of the OnePlus 13T in China. The smartphone will be available in three colour options and will feature a dual-camera unit.

Airtel's Rs 451 plan comes with free  JioHotstar subscription: All the details

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Airtel's Rs 451 plan comes with free JioHotstar subscription: All the details

Airtel has introduced a prepaid data voucher that comes with JioHotstar subscription for 3 months and additional data benefits.

OpenAI may be working on a social media platform to rival Elon Musk's X

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OpenAI may be working on a social media platform to rival Elon Musk's X

An internal prototype of the social media reportedly already exists, and it’s said to feature a social feed centered around ChatGPT’s image generation capabilities.

Apple now considers this 'popular' iPhone and Mac vintage products

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Apple now considers this 'popular' iPhone and Mac vintage products

According to Apple, vintage products are those that were discontinued between five and seven years ago. They no longer receive regular software updates

Infinix Note 50s 5G+ to launch in India on April 18 with 144Hz curved AMOLED display and Sony IMX682 camera

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Infinix Note 50s 5G+ to launch in India on April 18 with 144Hz curved AMOLED display and Sony IMX682 camera

Infinix is set to launch its new smartphone, the NOTE 50s 5G+, in India on April 18. The phone will be sold exclusively on Flipkart and will be available in three colour options—Marine Drift Blue (vegan leather), Titanium Grey (metallic finish), and Burgundy Red (metallic finish).

Google increases RAM and storage requirements for Android smartphones: What has changed and what it means for users

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Google increases RAM and storage requirements for Android smartphones: What has changed and what it means for users

Android 15 now needs more RAM and storage to run. Here are the details.

Galaxy S25 Ultra is selling at its lowest-ever price: Check discounted price and more details here

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Galaxy S25 Ultra is selling at its lowest-ever price: Check discounted price and more details here

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra discount on Amazon makes it a better choice than iPhone 16 Pro Max and Galaxy S24 Ultra: Check details here.

Motorola Edge 60 Stylus: 10 features to know about cheapest phone with in-built stylus

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Motorola Edge 60 Stylus: 10 features to know about cheapest phone with in-built stylus

Motorola has launched the Edge 60 Stylus in India, positioning it as the most affordable smartphone in the country with a built-in stylus. Priced at Rs 22,999 (Rs 21,999 including bank offers), the Edge 60 Stylus combines productivity tools, AI features, and a capable camera setup to appeal to students, professionals, and creative users alike. Here are ten key features that make this device stand out.

OpenAI is hiring right now, and CEO Sam Altman wants you to be a part of it

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OpenAI is hiring right now, and CEO Sam Altman wants you to be a part of it

Altman is particularly interested in people who know how to squeeze every bit of performance out of a system. If you have experience in compiler design or programming language design, he says, OpenAI might have the perfect job for you.

Read Samsung's statement on why it has delayed One UI 7 rollout

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Read Samsung's statement on why it has delayed One UI 7 rollout

Samsung has paused the global One UI 7 rollout after reports of a bug affecting Galaxy S24 users. The update has been pulled, and a revised schedule is awaited.

Windows users, here’s how you can access ChatGPT using keyboard shortcuts

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Windows users, here’s how you can access ChatGPT using keyboard shortcuts

ChatGPT's keyboard shortcut allows users faster access to the app. Here's all the details.

Apple Watch users who close their rings daily are healthier in these 3 big ways

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Apple Watch users who close their rings daily are healthier in these 3 big ways

The Apple Heart and Movement Study analysed data from over 140,000 participants across the U.S. And the numbers are pretty impressive.

Will Meta be forced to 'unfriend' Instagram? Zuckerberg testifies in FTC antitrust trial: All the details

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Will Meta be forced to 'unfriend' Instagram? Zuckerberg testifies in FTC antitrust trial: All the details

The Meta CEO and Facebook co-founder is defending his social media empire against allegations that the company used its deep pockets— not innovation —to kill competition before it became a threat.

OpenAI introduces new GPT-4.1 models: Here's what they bring

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OpenAI introduces new GPT-4.1 models: Here's what they bring

GPT-4.1 is available in three versions: the standard GPT-4.1, a cost-efficient Mini, and a lightweight Nano,

ASUS launches V500 Mini Tower and S501 Small Form Factor desktops in India starting at Rs 34,990

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ASUS launches V500 Mini Tower and S501 Small Form Factor desktops in India starting at Rs 34,990

ASUS has launched two new desktops in India—the V500 Mini Tower and S501 Small Form Factor—starting at Rs 34,990. Both models feature the latest Intel processors, up to 64GB RAM support, and military-grade durability.

Sony PS5 price hike: PlayStation 5 to get 25% more expensive in Europe, UK, Australia and other countries

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Sony PS5 price hike: PlayStation 5 to get 25% more expensive in Europe, UK, Australia and other countries

Sony has increased PS5 Digital Edition prices in Europe, UK, Australia, and New Zealand due to economic conditions, while dropping Disc Drive prices.

Want better AI results with Gemini, ChatGPT and others? Google’s new guide tells you how

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Want better AI results with Gemini, ChatGPT and others? Google’s new guide tells you how

The guide, which is 68 pages long, helps users make the most of Google Gemini, a tool available through their Vertex AI platform

Microsoft’s Mustafa Suleyman says the future of work will involve managing AI agents, not just using them

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Microsoft’s Mustafa Suleyman says the future of work will involve managing AI agents, not just using them

Suleyman, who co-founded Google DeepMind, believes people often focus too much on AI’s day-to-day hype and not enough on its long-term impact.

Samsung One UI 7 update paused for Galaxy S24 series due to this security flaw: Check if your device is at risk

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Samsung One UI 7 update paused for Galaxy S24 series due to this security flaw: Check if your device is at risk

Samsung has paused the One UI 7 update globally due to a serious bug affecting phone unlocking on Galaxy devices.

Apple reportedly working on a cheaper Vision Pro and a Mac-connected model

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Apple reportedly working on a cheaper Vision Pro and a Mac-connected model

Apple’s long-term dream is still to build AR glasses that look and feel like regular eyewear — something comfortable and practical enough to wear every day.

Vivo T4 5G with massive 7300mAh battery to launch on this date in India

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Vivo T4 5G with massive 7300mAh battery to launch on this date in India

Promotional teasers have showcased two colour variants—a green-blue gradient and a pink finish. Vivo has also hinted that the T4 5G will come equipped with the largest battery ever featured on a smartphone in India.

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