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Perplexity rolls out Comet Plus with big-name publishing partners
Perplexity argues that this model pushes back against the low-quality, clickbait-heavy content model of the past. By aligning journalistic value with AI consumption, it hopes to build a web where users and creators both benefit.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman promises fast changes to Sora as app surges in popularity
In a note to users and rightsholders, Altman admitted Sora is already testing the limits of what the company anticipated. He also said that the company now has to figure out how to monetise video generation without throttling creativity.
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Google removes apps tracking ICE agents in the US
Google said ICEBlock was never available on its store but confirmed Red Dot’s removal, pointing to its policy against apps with “a high risk of abuse.” The company noted that moderation standards apply to any app handling user-generated content.
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WhatsApp group voice chats: How to use the feature and all questions answered around it
WhatsApp now lets users start group voice chats that work like live chat rooms, offering flexibility without ringing members. Here’s how to use the feature and answers to common questions.
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iPad, AirTag and 3 other new products Apple may launch in October
Apple could have a busy month as October is shaping up to bring at least five more hardware launches—products that touch every corner of its ecosystem.
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Aadhaar card update fees hiked: Government revises charges for demographic, biometric, and document updates
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Strava is suing Garmin over patent infringements
The company wants a permanent injunction that would effectively bar Garmin from selling a wide swath of devices and its Connect tracking platform if those features remain.
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Meet the Chinese app that pulled in 400 million users in a month
Alibaba’s Amap is turning into more than just directions—it’s now a weapon in the war for local services. It is also China’s answer to Google Maps—except with a lot more cultural stickiness.
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Threads wants to take on Reddit, X with its latest feature
Now rolling out worldwide on web and mobile, communities are dedicated spaces where users can dive into posts around shared interests—from basketball and K-pop to books, TV shows, AI, and beyond.
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Apple AirPods Pro 3 don't score too well on repairability
The zero score is hardly surprising, but it’s disappointing that Apple hasn’t made any progress on one of the most criticised aspects of its earbuds.
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Amazon is finally launching this much-awaited feature for buyers
Amazon’s new “Add to Delivery” feature lets Prime members easily add items to upcoming orders with one tap—no extra checkout or shipping fees required.
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Google Pixel 10 review in 5 points
The Pixel 10 offers a bright, easy-on-the-eyes display, reliable cameras, integrated AI features, solid battery life, and smooth daily performance.
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5 things you can do in Perplexity Comet browser that Google Chrome can’t
Explore 5 powerful ways Comet Browser outperforms Google Chrome—summarise videos, organise tabs, plan trips, and get instant insights like never before.
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Oneplus 15 to be launched in October: 5 key things we know about the device
OnePlus 15 5G to launch in China on October 27, 2025, with India/global debut in January 2026. Sleek Sand Storm design, Snapdragon 8 Elite, and price around Rs 70,000–75,000.
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Apple shifts focus to smartglasses, pauses work on next-gen Vision Pro
Apple pauses next-gen Vision Pro to focus on smartglasses, aiming to rival Meta’s Ray-Ban line with stylish frames, AI features, and Siri integration, expected by 2027.
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Elon Musk bullied OpenAI employees, Sam Altman-led company alleges in new X post
OpenAI hits back at Elon Musk, accusing him of bullying staff and using lawsuits to undermine its AI progress amid xAI’s legal battle.
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Apple removes this tracking app from App Store after pressure from Trump administration
Apple has pulled ICEBlock, a popular ICE-tracking app, after Trump administration pressure citing safety risks to immigration agents.
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19-year-old vandalises 17 cars at college parking lot, then confesses crime to ChatGPT in lengthy chat
A 19-year-old student vandalised 17 cars at a Missouri college, then confessed the crime to ChatGPT in a bizarre late-night chat, police say.
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Comet browser is now available for free as Perplexity AI takes a big swing at Google Chrome
By removing the paywall, Perplexity has turned Comet into a mainstream play. But with Google, OpenAI and Anthropic already folding AI deeply into their ecosystems, the real test will be whether users adopt Comet as their go-to assistant — or stick with tools they already use daily.
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OpenAI's Sora app surges to number three spot in downloads on App Store
Despite endless claims that “normal people don’t care about AI,” the charts tell a different story: consumers are downloading AI apps in droves. And not just any AI apps — the ones topping the charts are multimodal, built around images and video rather than text alone.
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Ex-OpenAI CEO Mira Murati stealth AI lab launches its first ever product
Ex-OpenAI CTO Mira Murati’s startup, Thinking Machines Lab, launches Tinker — a tool that makes building and fine-tuning advanced AI models simpler and accessible.
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Google confirms hackers are targeting employees with extortion emails
Google confirms hackers are targeting employees with extortion emails claiming stolen data. The company is investigating but says the claims are not yet verified.
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At 17, he sold his kidney for iPhone 4 And iPad 2, what happened next is heartbreaking
At 17, Wang Shangkun sold his kidney to buy an iPhone 4 and iPad 2. Today, he is permanently disabled — a shocking cautionary tale about the dangers of chasing gadgets
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Google unveils new Gemini-powered smart speaker, confirms it won't be available in India
The device is designed for more natural, conversational interactions, with dedicated processing for Gemini’s advanced AI. Google says the Home Speaker will go on sale in Spring 2026 for $99.99 across the US, Canada, most of Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand — but not India.
