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5 things you can do in Perplexity Comet browser that Google Chrome can’t

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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.

Oneplus 15 to be launched in October: 5 key things we know about the device

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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.

Apple shifts focus to smartglasses, pauses work on next-gen Vision Pro

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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.

Elon Musk bullied OpenAI employees, Sam Altman-led company alleges in new X post

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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.

Apple removes this tracking app from App Store after pressure from Trump administration

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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.

19-year-old vandalises 17 cars at college parking lot, then confesses crime to ChatGPT in lengthy chat

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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.

Comet browser is now available for free as Perplexity AI takes a big swing at Google Chrome

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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.

OpenAI's Sora app surges to number three spot in downloads on App Store

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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.

Ex-OpenAI CEO Mira Murati stealth AI lab launches its first ever product

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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.

Google confirms hackers are targeting employees with extortion emails

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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.

At 17, he sold his kidney for iPhone 4 And iPad 2, what happened next is heartbreaking

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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

Google unveils new Gemini-powered smart speaker, confirms it won't be available in India

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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.

Apple MacBook Air M2 gets 33% discount on Flipkart Big Billion Days sale; now available at under Rs 60,000

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Apple MacBook Air M2 gets 33% discount on Flipkart Big Billion Days sale; now available at under Rs 60,000

Apple’s MacBook Air M2 is selling at Rs 58,890 on Flipkart after a 31% discount. Bank offers and assured delivery add to the appeal of Apple’s lightweight laptop.

Is Instagram listening to your conversations to deliver ads? Here's what Instagram head has to say

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Is Instagram listening to your conversations to deliver ads? Here's what Instagram head has to say

The conspiracy has lingered for years, fuelled by uncanny ad targeting that often feels too precise to be coincidence. Instagram head Adam Mosseri has an explanation for it.

Google layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut as internal AI push continues

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Google layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut as internal AI push continues

The move comes as Google accelerates its pivot to AI. Since early 2025, the company has been offering voluntary exit packages across US-based units, cutting managers overseeing small teams, and urging employees to integrate AI more deeply into daily workflows.

Apple wants judge to dismiss Elon Musk's 'absurd' ChatGPT bias claim

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Apple wants judge to dismiss Elon Musk's 'absurd' ChatGPT bias claim

The suit hinges on Apple Intelligence, the company’s new AI assistant, which integrates ChatGPT as a fallback when Siri cannot answer a query. Apple has denied any wrongdoing, stressing that its integration with OpenAI does not exclude others.

Zoho Arattai to work with other platforms like UPI; Sridhar Vembu says don't want to keep it closed like WhatsApp

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Zoho Arattai to work with other platforms like UPI; Sridhar Vembu says don't want to keep it closed like WhatsApp

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu says Arattai will adopt interoperable messaging protocols with iSpirt’s guidance, aiming to replicate UPI’s open model and avoid closed ecosystems like WhatsApp.

Meta confirms it will use your AI chats to deliver targeted ads and you can't opt out

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Meta confirms it will use your AI chats to deliver targeted ads and you can't opt out

Starting December 16, 2025, the company will begin using data from your interactions with its AI products, including chatbots, to personalise the ads you see across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and beyond.

YouTube Premium costs Rs 149 per month; but you can use the paid feature free with this web browser

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YouTube Premium costs Rs 149 per month; but you can use the paid feature free with this web browser

The regular plan costs Rs 149 and if you do not want to pay that every month, then there’s web browser that literally offers the two most important features — ad-free viewing and background playback — for free.

Elon Musk wants to build “Grokipedia,” a new AI-powered rival to Wikipedia

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Elon Musk wants to build “Grokipedia,” a new AI-powered rival to Wikipedia

Whether Grokipedia becomes a credible replacement or another Musk side project depends heavily on execution, transparency, and how it handles the unavoidable tension between knowledge, power, and trust.

Portronics launched Pico 14 projector with 100-inch projection size, compact design at Rs 28,349

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Portronics launched Pico 14 projector with 100-inch projection size, compact design at Rs 28,349

Portronics has launched the Pico 14 portable projector in India. The compact 250g device offers up to 100-inch projection, built-in streaming apps, and multiple connectivity options for entertainment and work.

Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta is live with ‘Essential’ AI apps and design: how to enrol, supported phones and more

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Nothing OS 4.0 Open Beta is live with ‘Essential’ AI apps and design: how to enrol, supported phones and more

Nothing has released its OS 4.0 Open Beta with AI-powered Essential Apps, camera updates, and new design features. The update is now available for select Phone models, ahead of a wider release.

This city in Japan wants citizens to use smartphones just for two hours

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This city in Japan wants citizens to use smartphones just for two hours

City authorities unveiled a new ordinance recommending that residents limit their use of smartphones, tablets, game consoles, and computers to two hours per day outside of work and school.

Adobe brings Premiere Video editor to iPhone, free for all creators

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Adobe brings Premiere Video editor to iPhone, free for all creators

Adobe is aiming to accelerate mobile-first content creation for both casual storytellers and seasoned professionals. The app is free to use, with upgrade plans available for additional generative credits and storage.

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