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OnePlus 15 confirmed to launch with the latest Qualcomms Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset

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OnePlus 15 confirmed to launch with the latest Qualcomms Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset

OnePlus has confirmed that its upcoming OnePlus 15 flagship will feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, offering advanced AI, gaming power, and a new DetailMax Engine for photography.

Amazon Great Indian Festival 2025 records 38 crore customer visits in first two days

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Amazon Great Indian Festival 2025 records 38 crore customer visits in first two days

Amazon India’s Great Indian Festival 2025 has recorded its biggest-ever opening, attracting over 38 crore customer visits in just 48 hours. The sale, which opened on September 22 for Prime members and September 23 for all shoppers, saw participation from across metros and smaller towns, with over 70% of customers coming from beyond the top nine cities.

Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch Copilot+ PCs launched in India: Price, preorder offers, and features

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Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch Copilot+ PCs launched in India: Price, preorder offers, and features

Microsoft has launched the Surface Pro 12-inch Copilot+ PCs in India, starting at Rs 90,999, with AI features, preorder benefits, and availability from October 6, 2025.

iPhone 17 Pro Max scores big in DxOMark camera test, outperforms Vivo X200 Ultra: 5 key things to know

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iPhone 17 Pro Max scores big in DxOMark camera test, outperforms Vivo X200 Ultra: 5 key things to know

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max beats Vivo X200 Ultra in DxOMark camera test, ranking top 3 for its best-in-class video, despite weaker photo performance.

Worried about iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17’s scratchgate issue? Here’s what Apple has to say about it

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Worried about iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17’s scratchgate issue? Here’s what Apple has to say about it

Apple has clarified the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air “scratchgate” issue, saying demo unit marks are removable residue from worn MagSafe stands, though camera bump durability concerns remain.

Oppo Reno14 5G Diwali Edition launched in India with heat-sensitive colour-changing design

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Oppo Reno14 5G Diwali Edition launched in India with heat-sensitive colour-changing design

Oppo has launched the Reno14 5G Diwali Edition in India at Rs 39,999, featuring heat-sensitive colour-changing technology, festive design, 50MP cameras, and Dimensity 8350 chipset.

Vivo confirms Origin OS for India: Chinese version set to replace Funtouch OS in upcoming smartphones

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Vivo confirms Origin OS for India: Chinese version set to replace Funtouch OS in upcoming smartphones

Vivo and iQOO smartphones, which currently run the Funtouch OS skin, are set to receive the China-exclusive Origin OS 6 skin, based on Android 16. The Vivo X300 series and the iQOO 15 will likely be the first devices to run this operating system in India.

Meta’s Cute will now help you find dates on Facebook: 5 key things to know

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Meta’s Cute will now help you find dates on Facebook: 5 key things to know

Meta adds a Dating Assistant and Meet Cute to Facebook Dating, helping users skip swipes, get smarter matches, and connect faster in the US and Canada.

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip for next-gen flagship phones

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Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip for next-gen flagship phones

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, set to power flagship smartphones from Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus, and OPPO with faster performance, smarter AI, and pro-level video.

Nothing CEO Carl Pei to invest $100M, create 1,800 jobs in India over next three years

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Nothing CEO Carl Pei to invest $100M, create 1,800 jobs in India over next three years

Nothing CEO Carl Pei to invest $100M in India, create 1,800 jobs over three years through a new manufacturing joint venture with Optiemus.

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme for high-performance Windows PCs

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Qualcomm announces Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme for high-performance Windows PCs

Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme for Windows laptops, offering faster performance, powerful AI, better graphics, and longer battery life for professionals and creators.

ServiceNow University launched in India with free AI courses, gamified learning

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ServiceNow University launched in India with free AI courses, gamified learning

ServiceNow has launched ServiceNow University in India to train 1 million learners by 2027, offering AI-focused courses, gamified learning, certifications, and enrolment through a personalized, on-demand platform.

Google announces Pinterest rival Mixboard: What it is and how it works

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Google announces Pinterest rival Mixboard: What it is and how it works

Google has launched Mixboard, an AI-powered idea board similar to Pinterest. Here’s how Mixboard works, what features it offers, and why it could change the way you brainstorm and plan ideas.

Thousands of YouTube accounts wrongly flagged as under 18, users lose access to age-restricted videos

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Thousands of YouTube accounts wrongly flagged as under 18, users lose access to age-restricted videos

For adults who have been using YouTube for years, it feels like they have been locked out of the full experience without warning.

Elon Musk is hiring for Macrohard, his new AI rival to Microsoft

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Elon Musk is hiring for Macrohard, his new AI rival to Microsoft

The name Macrohard is a playful twist on Microsoft, but Musk is serious about the idea. He says that while car and rocket companies need big factories, a software company can be built mostly with AI.

How to convert your selfies into professional shots with Google Gemini AI photo editing feature

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How to convert your selfies into professional shots with Google Gemini AI photo editing feature

A step-by-step guide to using conversational prompts for advanced image editing.

Flipkart Big Billion Days 2025 sale: Minimum 35% discount on 55-inch 4K TVs from Samsung, Xiaomi, Vu, Sony and more

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Flipkart Big Billion Days 2025 sale: Minimum 35% discount on 55-inch 4K TVs from Samsung, Xiaomi, Vu, Sony and more

Flipkart’s Big Billion Days 2025 sale is offering heavy discounts on large-screen televisions, with multiple 55-inch and above Ultra HD (4K) models available under ₹40,000. Customers can find a minimum 35% discount across brands such as Samsung, TCL, Motorola, Xiaomi, Blaupunkt, Vu, and Sony.

Vivo X Fold5 or Galaxy Z Fold6: Why there’s only one winner here at Rs 99,000

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Vivo X Fold5 or Galaxy Z Fold6: Why there’s only one winner here at Rs 99,000

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 undercuts Vivo X Fold5 by Rs 50,000, offering similar Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance, foldable-focused software, S Pen support, and durability, making it the smarter foldable buy in 2025.

WhatsApp introduces ‘Quick help from Meta AI’ for group chats, here’s how to use it

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WhatsApp introduces ‘Quick help from Meta AI’ for group chats, here’s how to use it

WhatsApp has introduced ‘Quick help from Meta AI,’ letting users privately ask AI about group messages and forward responses if needed, keeping chats clutter-free while maintaining privacy.

Instagram now has 3 billion monthly active users, confirms Mark Zuckerberg

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Instagram now has 3 billion monthly active users, confirms Mark Zuckerberg

Instagram has crossed 3 billion monthly active users, Mark Zuckerberg confirmed in his Meta Channel post, calling it an incredible community milestone.

iOS 26.1 Beta 1 is now rolling out: New features, changes, how to download and more

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iOS 26.1 Beta 1 is now rolling out: New features, changes, how to download and more

Apple has released the iOS 26.1 developer beta, bringing expanded Apple Intelligence language support, Live Translation in more languages, UI changes, and bug fixes for eligible iPhones ahead of its public release.

Festival sale 2025: Checkout deals and offers from Tecno, TCL, Dreame, Sharp, Honeywell and more

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Festival sale 2025: Checkout deals and offers from Tecno, TCL, Dreame, Sharp, Honeywell and more

With the festive season in full swing, tech brands are rolling out discounts and special campaigns to attract buyers across India. From affordable smartphones to high-end TVs, and from robot vacuums to air purifiers, there’s something for every household upgrade. Two brands — Tecno and TCL — are making the biggest noise this season with aggressive pricing and reward campaigns, but home appliance makers like Dreame, Sharp, Honeywell, and Portronics are also driving attractive offers. Here’s a brand-wise look.

Google launches Sidekick, an AI coach that gives real-time gaming tips: 5 things to know

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Google launches Sidekick, an AI coach that gives real-time gaming tips: 5 things to know

Google has rolled out major updates to Google Play, reshaping it from just an app marketplace into a hub that integrates gaming, rewards, and community features. The company announced a redesigned experience centered on personalization and AI support, with new tools for players and broader integration across mobile and PC. Here are the five biggest changes coming to Google Play.

How to use WhatsApp real-time message translation feature

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How to use WhatsApp real-time message translation feature

Here's how to use real-time message translation feature in WhatsApp

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