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After iPhone 16, Flipkart cancels Nothing Phone 3 orders during Diwali sale; buyers call it ‘Fraudkart’

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After iPhone 16, Flipkart cancels Nothing Phone 3 orders during Diwali sale; buyers call it ‘Fraudkart’

Flipkart’s Diwali sale faces backlash as Nothing Phone 3 orders get cancelled after heavy discounts. Furious customers call it “Fraudkart,” citing delivery delays, repeated pickup failures, and inconsistent seller pricing.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra camera specifications and features leaked ahead of the official launch: All the details

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Xiaomi 17 Ultra camera specifications and features leaked ahead of the official launch: All the details

Xiaomi’s upcoming 17 Ultra flagship could debut with a Leica-tuned quad-camera setup, including a 200MP periscope sensor, modular optical system support, and early launch plans for December 2025.

OpenAI will no longer store your deleted ChatGPT chats: 5 key things to know

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OpenAI will no longer store your deleted ChatGPT chats: 5 key things to know

A U.S. court has lifted the order requiring OpenAI to store all ChatGPT data, meaning the company will no longer keep deleted chats. The move ends months of legal pressure from the New York Times lawsuit.

Apple expected to announce these 3 products this week

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Apple expected to announce these 3 products this week

Apple is expected to unveil three new products this week, the iPad Pro, Vision Pro, and 14-inch MacBook Pro, all powered by the new M5 chip, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Here’s everything to know about the upcoming launches.

5 Google Chrome tips you should know in 2025

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5 Google Chrome tips you should know in 2025

Here are five useful Google Chrome tips for 2025 — covering AI integration, memory optimization, tab organization, and enhanced privacy — to help you browse faster and more efficiently.

Google’s Nano Banana goes mainstream: Image editing comes to Gemini AI Mode and Lens

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Google’s Nano Banana goes mainstream: Image editing comes to Gemini AI Mode and Lens

After its viral success inside the Gemini app, Google is expanding the reach of its Nano Banana model — now officially called Gemini 2.5 Flash Image. The playful name hides serious power, as the feature lets users generate and edit images directly from Search’s AI Mode and Google Lens, making creative edits faster and more accessible.

AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro 3: Which one should you buy?

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AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro 3: Which one should you buy?

Apple’s AirPods lineup just got a lot more confusing — and a lot more competitive. With the new AirPods 4 offering active noise cancellation (ANC) for just Rs 17,900, they now sit relatively close to the Rs 25,900 AirPods Pro 3. But how different are they really, and which one should you buy? Here’s a quick six-point comparison to help you decide.

ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Grok and other AI chatbots tips: 11 big mistakes you should never make

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ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Grok and other AI chatbots tips: 11 big mistakes you should never make

AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Grok can supercharge productivity — but only if used wisely. Here are 11 common mistakes to avoid when interacting with them.

Oppo F31 Pro Plus 5G review: 10 things to know about the new mid-ranger

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Oppo F31 Pro Plus 5G review: 10 things to know about the new mid-ranger

Oppo’s new F31 Pro+ 5G enters the Rs. 30,000–35,000 range with solid fundamentals — a bright AMOLED display, reliable performance, and a massive battery. But in a market dominated by many rivals, does it do enough to stand out? Here’s a closer look in ten points.

Intel’s ex-CEO Pat Gelsinger has warned the world about AI overspending; says “the AI boom won’t last forever.”

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Intel’s ex-CEO Pat Gelsinger has warned the world about AI overspending; says “the AI boom won’t last forever.”

Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has warned that the AI industry’s rapid growth may not be sustainable, urging investors and companies to stay cautious as spending reaches record highs worldwide.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro price drop: Flipkart is offering big discount on this variant of the phone

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Apple iPhone 16 Pro price drop: Flipkart is offering big discount on this variant of the phone

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is now available at its lowest price on Flipkart as part of the Diwali sale, with additional discounts and exchange offers across variants.

Anthropic study reveals ChatGPT-style models can be hacked 'quite easily'

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Anthropic study reveals ChatGPT-style models can be hacked 'quite easily'

The research, done in collaboration with the UK AI Security Institute and The Alan Turing Institute, shows how easily large language models (LLMs) can be poisoned with malicious data — no massive hacks required.

AI will not replace your jobs, says Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian

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AI will not replace your jobs, says Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian

Indian-origin Thomas Kurian, who spent over 20 years at Oracle before joining Google, joins a growing list of tech leaders striking a more optimistic tone about AI.

Apple kills its video editing app as TikTok, Reels make it redundant

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Apple kills its video editing app as TikTok, Reels make it redundant

Clips launched in 2017 as Apple’s answer to social video creation, offering filters, text overlays, and quick editing tools aimed at Instagram and TikTok users before those platforms became dominant.

Microsoft is testing a new feature in Word to take on Google Docs

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Microsoft is testing a new feature in Word to take on Google Docs

This move makes Word behave more like Google Docs, where cloud saving is the default rather than an option. For Microsoft, it’s a step toward deeper integration of OneDrive and Copilot, ensuring that documents created on one device are instantly accessible on others.

Galaxy AI smartphones, Vision AI TVs drive Samsung’s strong Navratri sales performance: Report

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Galaxy AI smartphones, Vision AI TVs drive Samsung’s strong Navratri sales performance: Report

Samsung reported record-breaking Navratri sales in India, driven by strong demand for its Galaxy AI smartphones, Vision AI-powered TVs, and Bespoke AI home appliances amid festive offers and GST rate cuts.

Instagram tests new layout with Reels and DMs as core tabs, signalling shift away from photos

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Instagram tests new layout with Reels and DMs as core tabs, signalling shift away from photos

For long-time users, the redesign will be another reminder that Instagram is no longer the photo-first platform it once was. The company has steadily repositioned itself around viral video and social messaging to compete with TikTok and Snapchat.

Smarter calls, AI tools, and more: Telegram has 6 new features for users

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Smarter calls, AI tools, and more: Telegram has 6 new features for users

Telegram has rolled out its latest update with many new features, which include live comments and reactions in-group calls, notes for contacts, suggested birthdays, new profile colour settings, threaded chats for AI bots, an improved gift interface.

Salesforce CEO calls on Trump to deploy National Guard troops in San Francisco

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Salesforce CEO calls on Trump to deploy National Guard troops in San Francisco

Marc Benioff’s comments echo a subtle but growing trend among some Bay Area executives: public acknowledgement of Trump’s agenda, especially around security and infrastructure.

Apple will pay you up to $2 million if you find critical bugs in its software: 5 key things to know

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Apple will pay you up to $2 million if you find critical bugs in its software: 5 key things to know

Apple’s Security Bounty now offers up to $5 million for critical software bugs, with rewards for user-interaction, physical access, and sandbox exploits.

This university falsely accuses 6,000 students of using AI to cheat, admits tool was deeply flawed

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This university falsely accuses 6,000 students of using AI to cheat, admits tool was deeply flawed

Australian Catholic University falsely accused nearly 6,000 students of using AI to cheat using a flawed detection tool, sparking outrage

Lawyer accuses Sam Altman-led OpenAI of sending police to his home, demanding private messages over AI regulation

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Lawyer accuses Sam Altman-led OpenAI of sending police to his home, demanding private messages over AI regulation

A lawyer has accused Sam Altman-led OpenAI of sending police to his home and demanding private messages after he backed AI regulation.

Vivo OriginOS 6 to come with transparent design language: All the details

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Vivo OriginOS 6 to come with transparent design language: All the details

Vivo has unveiled OriginOS 6 based on Android 16, introducing a design influenced by Apple’s Liquid Glass from iOS 26, along with new AI-powered features and smoother performance enhancements.

Instagram brings Map feature to India: What is it, how it works and more

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Instagram brings Map feature to India: What is it, how it works and more

Instagram has officially rolled out its Map feature in India, giving users a new way to stay connected through shared locations and local content. First launched in August 2025, Instagram Map lets users share their last active location with selected friends, discover content from interesting places, and view updates from creators on the map.

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