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Apple's first foldable iPhone may arrive in 2026: What to expect

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Apple's first foldable iPhone may arrive in 2026: What to expect

Apple’s entry into the foldable market will put it in direct competition with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold series and other high-end foldable smartphones.

Light Phone III costs Rs 50,000 but has no social media apps

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Light Phone III costs Rs 50,000 but has no social media apps

The Light Phone III is a phone that lets you call and text without sucking you into a black hole of distractions. But it’s not an entirely dumb phone—it comes with a few handy tools like an alarm, timer, calculator, calendar, notes, and even a basic music or podcast player.

Google Pixel 9a India sale date announced: Check price, specs and more

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Google Pixel 9a India sale date announced: Check price, specs and more

The Google Pixel 9a was globally announced on March 19 but did not hit the shelves due to a "component quality issue."

GPay, Paytm and other UPI app users, this important rule is changing from April 1: Here’s what you should know

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GPay, Paytm and other UPI app users, this important rule is changing from April 1: Here’s what you should know

New UPI Rules effective April 1 introduce stricter consent measures for UPI number, ensuring better security and seamless transactions.

WhatsApp introduces music support for Status: How to use it and all other details

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WhatsApp introduces music support for Status: How to use it and all other details

WhatsApp now allows users to add music to photos in Status updates. Mark Zuckerberg announced the feature, which includes a built-in music library. Users can select a song, adjust playback, and share it with their Status. The feature is rolling out gradually on Android and iOS.

New Amazon Kindle update lets you turn pages without touching the screen

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New Amazon Kindle update lets you turn pages without touching the screen

Instead of tapping or swiping, you can simply double-tap on the sides or back of your Kindle to flip pages. This feature also works for scrolling in the Home and Library sections.

YouTube is trying new ways to convince people to buy Premium plans

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YouTube is trying new ways to convince people to buy Premium plans

If you're a Premium subscriber and want to try this feature, you can enable it by opening the You tab in the YouTube app, tapping the gear icon, selecting Try experimental new features, and then choosing Try it out under Recommended videos in Premium Queue

Canon EOS R50 V launched in India with RF-S 14-30mm power zoom lens

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Canon EOS R50 V launched in India with RF-S 14-30mm power zoom lens

Canon has introduced the EOS R50 V in India, marking the debut of its EOS V-series designed for video creators. Alongside the camera, Canon has also launched the RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ, its first RF lens with a built-in power zoom.

Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for March 28: Get daily diamonds, skins, weapons and more

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Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for March 28: Get daily diamonds, skins, weapons and more

Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes for today, March 28

Satya Nadella says DeepSeek’s AI success sets a new standard for Microsoft’s future

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Satya Nadella says DeepSeek’s AI success sets a new standard for Microsoft’s future

Microsoft’s own AI assistant, Copilot, has not achieved the same level of success despite investing heavily in marketing,

OpenAI is limiting Ghibli-inspired prompts on ChatGPT, here's why

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OpenAI is limiting Ghibli-inspired prompts on ChatGPT, here's why

OpenAI introduced an image generation tool that allowed users to transform photos and memes into the distinct visual style of Studio Ghibli and its legendary animator, Hayao Miyazaki.

iPhone users, you can now make WhatsApp your default app for calls and messages

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iPhone users, you can now make WhatsApp your default app for calls and messages

Apple’s iOS 18.2 lets users set WhatsApp as the default app for calls and messages, replacing the iPhone’s built-in Phone app.

How to create Ghibli-style photos using ChatGPT for free: A step-by-step guide, limitations and more

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How to create Ghibli-style photos using ChatGPT for free: A step-by-step guide, limitations and more

Here's a step-by-step guide to generating your own Ghibli-style images without a paid subscription.

From Google's new large language model to H&M using AI models: A few big AI innovations take centrestage

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From Google's new large language model to H&M using AI models: A few big AI innovations take centrestage

From new models to transformative applications, the AI landscape saw a lot of activity. Google, OpenAI, DeepSeek and other showcased some big innovations

Vivo Y39 5G launched in India with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 and 6,500 mAh battery: Price, features, and more

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Vivo Y39 5G launched in India with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 and 6,500 mAh battery: Price, features, and more

Vivo Y39 5G debuts in India with a 6,500mAh battery, Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, AI features, and military-grade durability.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has bad news for ChatGPT's free Ghibli-style photo lovers

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has bad news for ChatGPT's free Ghibli-style photo lovers

OpenAI has paused Ghibli-style image generation for free users, and CEO Sam Altman announced a daily limit on free-tier generations.

Vivo X200 Ultra launch timeline confirmed, to have two dedicated camera chips

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Vivo X200 Ultra launch timeline confirmed, to have two dedicated camera chips

The Vivo X200 Ultra will join the already-launched Vivo X200 and X200 Pro models in China. It was showcased at the Boao Forum for Asia and is expected to launch alongside Vivo X200s.

Poco F7 Pro to launch soon, likely to come with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 6,000mAh battery

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Poco F7 Pro to launch soon, likely to come with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 6,000mAh battery

Poco is gearing up to launch the Poco F7 Pro, which is expected to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and a 6,000mAh battery.

iQoo Z10 to launch in India next month: Announcement date, specifications and more

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iQoo Z10 to launch in India next month: Announcement date, specifications and more

iQoo Z10 to launch next month, here's everything we know so far.

GrokAI is now available on Telegram: Here’s how you can access it

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GrokAI is now available on Telegram: Here’s how you can access it

Now, users can chat with Grok without opening X. This makes it easier to get AI-powered answers anytime, anywhere.

Infinix Note 50x 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 5500mAh launched in India, Rs 11,499

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Infinix Note 50x 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 5500mAh launched in India, Rs 11,499

The phone features a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor and a huge 5500mAh battery. It boasts an interesting design with a hexagonal camera module and vibrant colour options.

Alibaba unveils new open-source multimodal AI model: All the details

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Alibaba unveils new open-source multimodal AI model: All the details

Part of the Qwen series, this 7-billion parameter model is optimized for deployment on edge devices like smartphones and laptops, said the China-based tech giant.

Airtel IPTV plans announced: Check complete list and how you can get 30 days free access

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Airtel IPTV plans announced: Check complete list and how you can get 30 days free access

Airtel has announced IPTV services for broadband customers. Here's the list of plans, benefits and all other details.

Nothing announces 2025 Community Edition Project for Phone (3a), here’s how you can participate

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Nothing announces 2025 Community Edition Project for Phone (3a), here’s how you can participate

Nothing has announced the second edition of its Community Edition Project, inviting users to co-create the Phone (3a) in four categories: hardware, accessories, software, and marketing. Winners will collaborate with Nothing’s team and receive a £1,000 cash prize. Submissions are open from March 26 to April 23.

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