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How to make offline UPI payments

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How to make offline UPI payments

Here are the steps you can use to make UPI payments without internet connection.

Android finally gets this iPhone feature designed to know about your friends or family’s safety

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Android finally gets this iPhone feature designed to know about your friends or family’s safety

Google’s new Find Fam & Friends feature, similar to Apple’s Check-In, lets users share live locations via the Find My app’s People tab.

NYT Connections hints and answers for March 26, 2025 (Puzzle #654)

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NYT Connections hints and answers for March 26, 2025 (Puzzle #654)

NYT Connections puzzle #654 for March 26, 2025, challenges players to group words into thematic categories. Hints and answers inside.

India leads in data backup habits, yet hybrid solutions preferred, claims Survey

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India leads in data backup habits, yet hybrid solutions preferred, claims Survey

Interestingly, while cloud storage is a popular choice for backup (40%), Indians show a significant inclination towards external hard drives, ranking second globally at 54%.

UPI down in India: Users facing issues with payments via GPay, Paytm and other UPI apps

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UPI down in India: Users facing issues with payments via GPay, Paytm and other UPI apps

UPI services are down across the country. Users are unable to make the payment.

Signal president claims superior security over WhatsApp; here’s what WhatsApp has to say

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Signal president claims superior security over WhatsApp; here’s what WhatsApp has to say

Signal’s president, Meredith Whittaker, recently stepped up to defend the app’s security after an embarrassing slip-up by top US officials.

Apple WWDC 2025 dates announced: This is when Apple will introduce iOS 19 and all that’s expected

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Apple WWDC 2025 dates announced: This is when Apple will introduce iOS 19 and all that’s expected

Apple to announce new set of operating systems at its WWDC25 event that's is set to June 9. Here's everything that's expected.

Vivo unveils its first mixed reality headset, Vivo Vision: All the details

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Vivo unveils its first mixed reality headset, Vivo Vision: All the details

The launch of Vivo Vision comes as major tech companies increase their investments in mixed reality. Vivo hasn't disclosed when the mixed reality headset will be made available.

Minecraft Java 1.21.5 'Spring to Life' update: Brings biome variants, gameplay tweaks and more

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Minecraft Java 1.21.5 'Spring to Life' update: Brings biome variants, gameplay tweaks and more

Apple reveals the date for WWDC, its first big event of 2025: Key details

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Apple reveals the date for WWDC, its first big event of 2025: Key details

WWDC25 will spotlight the latest advancements in Apple software. We can expect Apple to unveil new versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, and more.

Google announces Gemini 2.5, its most-intelligent AI language model: What it offers over the older Gemini 2.0

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Google announces Gemini 2.5, its most-intelligent AI language model: What it offers over the older Gemini 2.0

Google has unveiled Gemini 2.5, its most advanced AI model, offering improved reasoning, coding, and multimodal capabilities over Gemini 2.0. The model is now available in Google AI Studio and Gemini Advanced.

NYT Connections hints and answers for March 25, 2025

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NYT Connections hints and answers for March 25, 2025

The New York Times Connections puzzle for March 25, 2025 (#653) challenges players to group 16 words into four related categories. Today’s puzzle includes words like Bale, Crystal, Panda, and Oreo. Hints suggest themes like black and white items, anagrammed words, U.S. presidents, and clarity-related expressions.

'Google Tax': What is it and why is India scrapping it starting April 1?

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'Google Tax': What is it and why is India scrapping it starting April 1?

India is set to remove the 6% equalisation levy, commonly referred to as the 'Google tax,' on digital advertising services provided by foreign technology firms like Google and Meta. The decision, part of the amendments to the Finance Bill, will take effect from April 1, 2025.

Google Pixel 10: 5 Big changes that the next-generation Pixel phone is expected to bring

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Google Pixel 10: 5 Big changes that the next-generation Pixel phone is expected to bring

Google Pixel 10 is said to come with several new changes in terms of design, features and performance.

Vivo T4 5G launch date leaked: This is when you may get to buy this 7300mAh battery phone

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Vivo T4 5G launch date leaked: This is when you may get to buy this 7300mAh battery phone

The Vivo T4 5G is tipped to come with a massive 7,300 mAh battery with 90W fast charging support. Further, according to recent reports, this smartphone could launch in India next month and could be priced between Rs 20,000 and Rs 25,000.

Lava launches Shark smartphone with 50MP camera and 5000mAh battery

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Lava launches Shark smartphone with 50MP camera and 5000mAh battery

Lava has launched the Shark at ₹6,999, featuring a 50MP AI camera, 6.67-inch 120Hz display, UNISOC T606 processor, 5000mAh battery with 18W charging, and 4GB RAM + 4GB virtual RAM.

Realme P3 Ultra 5G goes on sale in India: Price, offers, and availability

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Realme P3 Ultra 5G goes on sale in India: Price, offers, and availability

Realme P3 Ultra 5G is now on sale starting at Rs 22,999 with bank discounts. It features the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultra chipset, a 50MP Sony IMX896 camera, and a 6000mAh battery.

Apple CEO Tim Cook visits China, calls DeepSeek AI ‘excellent’

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Apple CEO Tim Cook visits China, calls DeepSeek AI ‘excellent’

Apple CEO Tim Cook didn’t elaborate much on DeepSeek AI when asked about it by the local media and whether he had tried it. Cook said that he had and it was “excellent.”

Apple to bring lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio to AirPods Max

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Apple to bring lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio to AirPods Max

Lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio will be available in April as a free firmware update with iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4 for AirPods Max with USB-C.

Google Pixel 9a vs Apple iPhone 16a: Which is the right affordable premium phone for you

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Google Pixel 9a vs Apple iPhone 16a: Which is the right affordable premium phone for you

The Google Pixel 9a and iPhone 16e compete in the mid-range segment, offering distinct displays, performance, and camera capabilities. A detailed comparison highlights their differences in design, software, and battery life.

Samsung launches Galaxy A26 with 50MP camera, 5000mAh battery, and more: Price, key features

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Samsung launches Galaxy A26 with 50MP camera, 5000mAh battery, and more: Price, key features

The smartphone was unveiled along side Galaxy A56 and A36 smartphones earlier this month but Samsung hadn't revealed the pricing and availability.

Amazon, Microsoft, Apple among top H-1B employers in 2024

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Amazon, Microsoft, Apple among top H-1B employers in 2024

Tech giants such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are ardent supporters of H-1B program, diligently filing numerous visas each year.

Swiggy Instamart launches 10-minute delivery for Apple, Samsung, OnePlus and other smartphones

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Swiggy Instamart launches 10-minute delivery for Apple, Samsung, OnePlus and other smartphones

Swiggy Instamart introduces 10-minute smartphone delivery across 10 cities, offering brands like Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus. Customers can order devices instantly, with discounts available on select purchases via ICICI Bank Credit Cards.

Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for today, March 24: Win free gifts, rewards and customisation items

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Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for today, March 24: Win free gifts, rewards and customisation items

Garena Free Fire MAX players can redeem 12-character codes for in-game rewards. These codes, valid for a limited time, offer weapons, skins, and more. Visit the redemption website to claim rewards.

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