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5 AI tools students should use in 2025 for research, knowledge, solutions and more

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5 AI tools students should use in 2025 for research, knowledge, solutions and more

Artificial intelligence has moved from being a curiosity to an embedded part of the learning workflow. Students now rely on AI for conceptual understanding, structured practice, research-grade sourcing, document creation and personalised study guidance. Five platforms — each built around a different learning need — have emerged as the most relevant for 2025,

Reliance Jio prepaid plans with free 50GB JioCloud storage, unlimited calling, data under Rs 500

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Reliance Jio prepaid plans with free 50GB JioCloud storage, unlimited calling, data under Rs 500

Reliance Jio has listed four prepaid plans priced between Rs 349 and Rs 449 that bundle unlimited voice calls, daily mobile data, SMS quota and free 50GB JioAICloud storage. All four plans sit under the festive offer category and additionally include Jio Gold benefits and JioHome trial access for new subscribers.

5 times ChatGPT proved it can be surprisingly clever and creative

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5 times ChatGPT proved it can be surprisingly clever and creative

Discover 5 times ChatGPT amazed users with clever, creative, and unexpectedly brilliant answers — from witty jokes to thoughtful insights.

5 Things Claude does better than ChatGPT

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5 Things Claude does better than ChatGPT

Claude offers unique features ChatGPT doesn't—like analyzing 150K words at once, creating live interactive tools, and persistent storage. Here's what you're missing.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai shares big quantum computing achievement, Elon Musk comments on willow chip success

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai shares big quantum computing achievement, Elon Musk comments on willow chip success

Google CEO Sundar Pichai announces a major breakthrough in quantum computing with the Willow chip, achieving calculations thousands of times faster than traditional computers. Elon Musk reacts to the milestone.

7 trends of 2025 that show how people’s use of AI has changed

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7 trends of 2025 that show how people’s use of AI has changed

AI in 2025 is no longer confined to labs or enterprise dashboards. It is now part of routine decisions — from drafting messages and planning work to predicting failures and regulating energy. The following ten shifts show how AI has changed real usage patterns rather than just technical benchmarks.

Some Samsung and Pixel users are unable to use Spotify: Here’s why

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Some Samsung and Pixel users are unable to use Spotify: Here’s why

Some Samsung and Pixel users are facing crashes and freezes on Spotify, especially over Wi-Fi. Spotify is investigating, but no fix is out yet.

ChatGPT Atlas is the new browser on the block, but it comes with myriad security concerns

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ChatGPT Atlas is the new browser on the block, but it comes with myriad security concerns

OpenAI's new ChatGPT Atlas browser offers AI-powered browsing but raises significant privacy and security concerns. Learn more about the potential risks and features.

Apple removes this dating app from App Store for violating its content moderation policies

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Apple removes this dating app from App Store for violating its content moderation policies

Apple removes dating apps Tea Dating Advice and TeaOnHer from the App Store for violating content moderation rules and user privacy, following multiple complaints.

Google Cloud names Accenture veteran Karthik Narain as Chief Product and Business Officer

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Google Cloud names Accenture veteran Karthik Narain as Chief Product and Business Officer

Google Cloud appoints Karthik Narain, former Accenture Cloud First leader, as Chief Product and Business Officer to boost innovation and enterprise solutions.

Ex-Apple employee reveals how his name Sam Sung nearly cost him his job

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Ex-Apple employee reveals how his name Sam Sung nearly cost him his job

Ex-Apple employee Sam Sung reveals how going viral for his name nearly cost him his job and why he eventually decided to change it.

Bhai Dooj Wishes 2025: Create custom sibling wishes with ChatGPT and Gemini and share on WhatsApp, Instagram, Snapchat and more

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Bhai Dooj Wishes 2025: Create custom sibling wishes with ChatGPT and Gemini and share on WhatsApp, Instagram, Snapchat and more

Bhai Dooj is being celebrated today and many siblings are now creating and sending customised digital wishes. Here is how to make personalised greetings and share them across social apps.

Meta layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut in AI division after billion-dollar hiring spree

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Meta layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut in AI division after billion-dollar hiring spree

Months after Mark Zuckerberg spent billions building Meta’s dream team for its “AI Superintelligence” project, the company is now trimming the same workforce. Around 600 employees from Meta’s AI division are being laid off in what the company calls an efficiency move.

India to soon get new guidelines on carrying power banks on flights

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India to soon get new guidelines on carrying power banks on flights

India’s aviation regulator is evaluating whether to tighten rules for carrying and using power banks on flights after recent cabin fire events reignited scrutiny of lithium-ion battery safety.

6 tried and tested tricks to speed up a slow Windows laptop

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6 tried and tested tricks to speed up a slow Windows laptop

Windows machines degrade in speed because of cumulative background tasks, storage fragmentation, telemetry, and thermal throttling. You do not need to reset or upgrade hardware to restore a usable baseline first. These six interventions are reversible and system-native.

ChatGPT Atlas vs Perplexity Comet: How the two AI-first web browsers compare in terms of AI capabilities and agentic mode

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ChatGPT Atlas vs Perplexity Comet: How the two AI-first web browsers compare in terms of AI capabilities and agentic mode

ChatGPT Atlas and Perplexity Comet both position themselves as AI-first browsers, but they differ deeply in how they reason, act, automate, and handle multi-step tasks with or without user supervision. ChatGPT Atlas vs Perplexity Comet: How the two AI-first web browsers compare in terms of AI capabilities and agentic mode.

10 AI image generators that let you design things with just command prompts

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10 AI image generators that let you design things with just command prompts

AI-driven platforms now let users produce graphics, illustrations and design assets without traditional skills. These tools generate and edit visuals from text, streamlining creative work for hobbyists and professionals

Apple MacBook Pro M5 is now available for purchase in India: Variant-wise price, features and all other details

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Apple MacBook Pro M5 is now available for purchase in India: Variant-wise price, features and all other details

Apple has begun selling the MacBook Pro with the M5 chip in India across online and offline Apple Stores. Here are the detailed variant-wise prices, features and availability.

ChatGPT Atlas web browser: A step-by-step guide to download, supported platforms, transfer history, passwords and more

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ChatGPT Atlas web browser: A step-by-step guide to download, supported platforms, transfer history, passwords and more

OpenAI has launched the ChatGPT Atlas browser for macOS. This guide explains how to download it, supported platforms, features and how to begin using it.

“AI will replace all…” Elon Musk warns that working may soon become optional

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“AI will replace all…” Elon Musk warns that working may soon become optional

Elon Musk predicts AI and robots will replace all jobs, making work optional. His comments follow reports that Amazon plans to automate over 500,000 roles in the coming years, raising questions about the future of work and human employment.

Perplexity increases Comet referral reward to $3 per invite with free one month Pro subscription

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Perplexity increases Comet referral reward to $3 per invite with free one month Pro subscription

Perplexity has increased Comet’s referral payout from $2 to $3 for a limited time while keeping a free month of Comet Pro for invitees, coinciding with attention on ChatGPT Atlas.

Apple rolls out iOS 26.1 public beta 4 update: All the new features explained

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Apple rolls out iOS 26.1 public beta 4 update: All the new features explained

Apple has released the latest beta update of iOS 26.1 that adds new Liquid Glass transparency controls, a lock screen camera swipe toggle, and more customisation options for eligible iPhone users.

iPhone 17 Pro back in stock on Amazon India with Rs 6,750 discount: 5 key things to know

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iPhone 17 Pro back in stock on Amazon India with Rs 6,750 discount: 5 key things to know

iPhone 17 Pro is back in stock on Amazon India! Learn how to save up to Rs 6,750 with HDFC EMI or get Rs 6,745 cashback using Amazon Pay ICICI Bank credit card. Check price, offers, and step-by-step guide to grab the latest iPhone 17 Pro today.

Amazon plans to replace more than 500,000 jobs with robots by 2033

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Amazon plans to replace more than 500,000 jobs with robots by 2033

Amazon plans to replace more than 500,000 jobs with robots in its U.S. warehouses over the next decade. The move aims to cut costs, increase efficiency, and create new technical roles, but it also raises concerns about the future of traditional warehouse jobs.

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