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Dyson launches Purifier Cool PC1 with HEPA filtration and smart connectivity: 5 things to know
Dyson has launched the Purifier Cool PC1 (TP11) in India, featuring advanced HEPA filtration and smart home connectivity, designed to tackle rising pollution levels ahead of the winter season.
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BenQ PD2770U professional 4K monitor with built-in color calibrator launched in India: Price, features and more
BenQ has launched the PD2770U, its first 27-inch 4K monitor with a built-in calibration system, designed to offer color accuracy and centralized control for modern studios and creators.
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Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas warns iPhone users not to download the Comet app currently on the App Store: Here’s why
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas has warned iPhone users that the Comet app currently on the iOS App Store is fake and spam. The official Comet iOS release is not yet available, and users should wait for the company’s announcement.
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Salesforce says it’s saving $100 million a year by using AI tools
Salesforce says it’s saving $100 million a year by using AI tools like Agentforce in customer service. The shift has cut jobs but boosted efficiency and uncovered millions in new business opportunities.
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Samsung to unveil ‘Project Moohan’ mixed reality headset on October 21
Samsung will announce its long-awaited Project Moohan mixed reality headset at its “Worlds Wide Open” Galaxy event on October 21. The device runs on Android XR, a new platform built by Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm, with AI at its core.
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Amazon layoffs 2025: The e-commerce platform cuts 15% jobs in this department
Amazon is reportedly planning to cut up to 15% of its HR staff as part of a new cost-cutting drive. The layoffs come as the company invests heavily in AI and data centers, even as it hires 250,000 seasonal warehouse workers ahead of the holidays.
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s battery explodes during bend test, video goes viral
A Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s battery exploded during a YouTube durability test by JerryRigEverything, making it the first phone to do so in his reviews. The viral video has raised safety concerns and questions about Google’s latest foldable phone.
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HyperOS 3 with Android 16 released for these Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones and tablets: Complete device list, features, how to download and more
Xiaomi has begun the global rollout of HyperOS 3 based on Android 16, bringing AI-powered features, a redesigned interface, and improved performance to select Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco devices.
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Perplexity AI beats Arattai and ChatGPT to become the most downloaded app on Android and iOS across categories
Perplexity AI has topped both Google Play Store and Apple App Store charts across categories in India, surpassing ChatGPT and Google Gemini to become the most downloaded free app.
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Sam Altman says ChatGPT will soon get more human, fewer restrictions coming
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has confirmed that a new version of ChatGPT will roll out in the coming weeks with fewer restrictions and a more “human” personality. The move, aimed at restoring the liveliness users loved in GPT-4o, follows new safety tools and moderation systems that Altman says now allow the company to relax earlier limits.
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Apple teases new MacBook Pro launch: M5 chip, better battery, and what more to expect
Apple’s marketing chief Greg Joswiak has dropped a teasing hint on X, saying “something powerful is coming.” The post features a side profile of what appears to be a MacBook Pro — and fans think it’s more than just a tease. The clues point squarely to the long-awaited M5 MacBook Pro launch this week.
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5 tips to check for hidden cameras in your hotel room
Hidden cameras in hotels have become a growing concern for travellers. Here are five simple, reliable checks you can perform to ensure your privacy and peace of mind during any stay.
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Jensen Huang hand-delivers world’s smallest supercomputer to Elon Musk at SpaceX Starbase
“Imagine delivering the smallest supercomputer next to the biggest rocket,” Jensen Huang joked, as he shared pizza and stories with Elon Musk and SpaceX engineers.
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Samsung launches Made-in-India WindFree Cassette ACs for smarter, energy-efficient cooling
Samsung has launched its Made-in-India WindFree Cassette ACs with SmartThings connectivity, R32 refrigerant, and up to 48% energy savings, available through authorized partners starting October 14, 2025.
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Google now lets you hide ads in Search but only after you scroll past them
Google is tweaking how ads appear in Search results, giving users a new option to hide sponsored content — though only after they’ve seen it. The update introduces a larger, grouped “Sponsored” label for paid results, bundled in a collapsible section at the top of the results page.
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5 WhatsApp features to start using in 2025
WhatsApp continues to evolve with new tools that make messaging smarter and more personal. Here are five new features you should try using in 2025 to enhance your experience.5 WhatsApp features to start using in 2025
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Vivo Pad5e launched with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 144Hz 2.8K display and 10,000mAh battery
Vivo has unveiled its new Pad5e tablet in China alongside the X300 series, featuring a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, 144Hz display, and a 10,000mAh battery with fast charging.
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Vivo X300 and X300 Pro launched in China: Price, India launch and features
Vivo has launched the new X300 and X300 Pro smartphones in China, both powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 SoC and featuring upgraded Zeiss cameras and faster charging.
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How to buy iPhone 17 using ChatGPT at maximum discount
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A new Apple iPad Pro may arrive this week: What to expect
Apple’s M5 iPad Pro could go official this week through a quiet online release. Leaks point to a powerful new M5 chip, design tweaks, and a few subtle upgrades rather than a full redesign. With benchmark scores already surfacing, the new iPad Pro promises more muscle for creative pros and everyday users alike.
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Amazon fires Paltestinian software engineer for protesting company's ties with Israel
The termination coincided with the release of seven Israeli hostages by Hamas as part of a ceasefire agreement brokered with help from U.S. President Donald Trump and the planned release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees by Israel.
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Microsoft rolls out new AI image generation tool to take on Google, OpenAI
In the last few months, Google has taken a leap in terms of 'viral' AI content with its Nano Banana AI imaging tool. Microsoft's latest move is likely to give more competition to Google and others
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OpenAI and Broadcom announce massive 10GW AI chip partnership to power next-gen intelligence
OpenAI and Broadcom have officially unveiled their partnership to jointly develop and deploy 10 gigawatts of custom AI accelerators — one of the largest compute collaborations in the industry. The move aims to scale OpenAI’s infrastructure as demand for ChatGPT, Sora, and future frontier models skyrockets. The collaboration leverages Broadcom’s Ethernet stack and custom XPUs to cut costs, boost efficiency, and prepare for a world hungry for faster, cheaper, and more capable AI systems.
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Netflix goes all-in on party gaming with new titles like LEGO Party! and Tetris Time Warp
Netflix is leaning into social gaming with a fresh batch of party titles built for group play. From classic board game revivals to quirky deception challenges, the new lineup brings an arcade-night vibe to the streaming app. The goal? Make Netflix the go-to platform not just for binge-watching, but for game nights too.
