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Trump tariffs: Will iPhones get cheaper? Or will you have to pay more?

TECHNOLOGY

Trump tariffs: Will iPhones get cheaper? Or will you have to pay more?

US President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on imports from several countries, including China—where most iPhones are still made.

How to convert your photos into Studio Ghibli-style art using Grok with ChatGPT: A step-by-step guide

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How to convert your photos into Studio Ghibli-style art using Grok with ChatGPT: A step-by-step guide

Check out our detailed guide on how you can use ChatGPT to create that perfect prompt and use Grok to generate Ghibli-style images using that prompt.

Samsung rolls out Awesome Intelligence to Galaxy A series devices: Features and other details

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Samsung rolls out Awesome Intelligence to Galaxy A series devices: Features and other details

“Crime pays for big tech…”says Epic Games CEO, calls Apple and Google “gangster companies”

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“Crime pays for big tech…”says Epic Games CEO, calls Apple and Google “gangster companies”

“The sad truth is that Apple and Google are no longer good-faith, law-abiding companies,” Tim Sweeney said at an event. Sweeney also implied that imposing fines on Google and Apple isn’t a deterrent.

“As long as Android remains open and doesn’t do anything shady like…”-- Perplexity AI CEO warns of AI gatekeeping

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“As long as Android remains open and doesn’t do anything shady like…”-- Perplexity AI CEO warns of AI gatekeeping

“The user needs to pick the default assistant, not Google,” warns Perplexity AI CEO, raising concerns over Android’s long-term openness.

Nothing confirms CMF Phone 2 launch, teases camera on X

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Nothing confirms CMF Phone 2 launch, teases camera on X

The teaser showcases the phone’s camera module and an extension, with Nothing sticking to its signature bold orange CMF design.

ChatGPT image generator can create custom WhatsApp stickers: Steps by step guide, things to keep in mind and more

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ChatGPT image generator can create custom WhatsApp stickers: Steps by step guide, things to keep in mind and more

The AI tool can create sticker-style images which can be downloaded and shared using WhatsApp, Facebook and other social media platforms.

Nintendo Switch 2 unveiled: Check complete list of exclusive games and their launch dates

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Nintendo Switch 2 unveiled: Check complete list of exclusive games and their launch dates

Here's the complete list of all the games that are coming to Switch 2.

New phone with the biggest 8,000mAh battery ever on a smartphone to launch soon: All we know

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New phone with the biggest 8,000mAh battery ever on a smartphone to launch soon: All we know

Honor recently took to Weibo to tease the upcoming Power series, calling it a phone with a “super big big battery.” While they didn’t drop any specifics, it’s clear they’re aiming for some serious battery life.

Google brings in a new leader for its Gemini app as Sissie Hsiao steps Down

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Google brings in a new leader for its Gemini app as Sissie Hsiao steps Down

Hsiao has been with Google since 2006 and has worked on major projects like Search, Docs, Analytics, and Advertising. In 2021, she took over Google Assistant and later played a big role in developing Bard, which later became part of Gemini.

32 years later, Windows 11’s infamous Blue Screen of Death is going ‘green’, but why

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32 years later, Windows 11’s infamous Blue Screen of Death is going ‘green’, but why

Samsung launched Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab S10FE+ in India: Price, features, and more

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Samsung launched Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab S10FE+ in India: Price, features, and more

Galaxy Tab S10 FE is the newest offering from Samsung. Here's all you need to know.

How to use your iPhone in Hindi, Bengali and other regional languages

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How to use your iPhone in Hindi, Bengali and other regional languages

Apple has added new language support with the iOS 18.4 update. This includes Indian languages like Hindi, Bengali, etc. Here are the steps to use your iPhone in different language.

Motorola Edge 60 Fusion or Realme P3 Pro: Which is the right mid-range phone for you

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Motorola Edge 60 Fusion or Realme P3 Pro: Which is the right mid-range phone for you

Motorola has introduced the Edge 60 Fusion in India with the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset. It directly competes with the Realme P3 Pro, as both phones offer competitive specifications for users looking to buy a phone under Rs 25,000. Let us now compare these two smartphones and see which one is better

Tinder’s new ‘The Game Game’ helps you flirt without fear of rejection

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Tinder’s new ‘The Game Game’ helps you flirt without fear of rejection

Tinder has launched The Game Game—a fun, AI-powered chat experience that helps you test your flirting skills in the most ridiculous way possible.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shares Ghibli-style image of himself as an Indian cricketer

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shares Ghibli-style image of himself as an Indian cricketer

The image, created using OpenAI's advanced image-generation capabilities, is one of the thousands that have been part of growing trend of Studio Ghibli-inspired art that has taken social media by storm.

Realme Narzo 80 Pro, Narzo 80X India launch date, key specifications and price range revealed

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Realme Narzo 80 Pro, Narzo 80X India launch date, key specifications and price range revealed

Realme has announced the launch date of the Realme Narzo 80 Pro and Realme Narzo 80X smartphones, which are confirmed to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity chipsets and will be backed by a 6,000 mAh battery.

WordPress' parent company to lay off hundreds of employees, read CEO’s memo

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WordPress' parent company to lay off hundreds of employees, read CEO’s memo

The layoffs, affecting over 280 employees across 90 countries, are part of a restructuring effort aimed at enhancing agility, breaking down inefficiencies, and focusing on product quality.

HMD 130 and 150 music phones launched in India, price starts at Rs 1,899

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HMD 130 and 150 music phones launched in India, price starts at Rs 1,899

Human Mobile Devices has launched two new feature phones in India, the HMD 130 Music and HMD 150 Music. The phones are designed for music lovers.

ChatGPT down: OpenAI confirms users facing issues with its chatbot

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ChatGPT down: OpenAI confirms users facing issues with its chatbot

ChatGPT is down affecting users globally. OpenAI has also confirmed the outage.

OpenAI starts OpenAI Academy with free AI courses and resources: Key details

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OpenAI starts OpenAI Academy with free AI courses and resources: Key details

The Academy provides a mix of online and in-person learning opportunities, covering foundational AI concepts like text prompting and image generation, alongside specialised topics such as deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision.

GPay, Paytm users reportedly facing payment issues

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GPay, Paytm users reportedly facing payment issues

Users on apps like Gpay, Paytm were reportedly unable to make or receive payments, as per data recorded on Downdetector.

‘95% of coding will be AI-generated’: Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott makes bold predictions about coding jobs

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‘95% of coding will be AI-generated’: Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott makes bold predictions about coding jobs

Scott’s insights suggest that coding jobs won’t disappear, but they will evolve. Developers will spend less time on repetitive coding tasks and more time designing, problem-solving, and managing AI-driven workflows.

TikTok ban incoming? Millions of users in US could lose access soon

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TikTok ban incoming? Millions of users in US could lose access soon

The app’s parent company, ByteDance, has until April 5 to sell its U.S. operations or risk a nationwide ban. This deadline was set after former President Donald Trump extended it back in January.

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