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Flipkart Big Billion Days Early Bird Deals are now live: 5 laptops you can buy under Rs 45,000

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Flipkart Big Billion Days Early Bird Deals are now live: 5 laptops you can buy under Rs 45,000

Flipkart has kicked off its Big Billion Days early bird sale with multiple laptop deals under Rs 50,000. Shoppers can grab models from Asus, Samsung, HP, and Dell at reduced prices ahead of the main event. Here are five of the best offers currently available, with more deals expected to go live in the coming days.

How to update address in Aadhaar card: A step-by-step guide, documents required and more

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How to update address in Aadhaar card: A step-by-step guide, documents required and more

Step-by-step process to update Aadhaar address online

ChatGPT image generation: 7 Prompts to edit images

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ChatGPT image generation: 7 Prompts to edit images

Here are 5 image generation prompts

WhatsApp Passkeys can make your account secure: What is it, how it works and steps to enable it

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WhatsApp Passkeys can make your account secure: What is it, how it works and steps to enable it

WhatsApp has rolled out passkey support for Android users, offering a password-free way to sign in. Instead of relying on SMS-based codes, users can now log in with passkeys linked to their Google Account. Meta describes this as a safer and faster way to verify identity without remembering or entering a password.

How to create Gemini Nano Banana AI using Perplexity Pro for free: Steps to follow, tried and tested prompts for best result and more

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How to create Gemini Nano Banana AI using Perplexity Pro for free: Steps to follow, tried and tested prompts for best result and more

Although the Gemini Nano Banana AI is free and users can access it without paying a premium, the Perplexity Pro subscription also lets you do that.

Google Gemini Nano Banana AI: Steps to convert your photo into figurines, best prompts you should know and more

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Google Gemini Nano Banana AI: Steps to convert your photo into figurines, best prompts you should know and more

Gemini’s Nano Banana model makes it simple to convert a normal photo into a polished, collectible‑style 3D figurine image. Here's how you can create 3D figurines

iPhone 16 Pro for Rs 69,999 on Flipkart Big Billion Days sale is the deal you can’t miss

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iPhone 16 Pro for Rs 69,999 on Flipkart Big Billion Days sale is the deal you can’t miss

Get the iPhone 16 Pro for just Rs 69,999 during Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale. Find out why this massive discount makes it the best iPhone deal this festive season.

Elon Musk’s xAI lays off 500 workers from Grok team amid restructuring

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Elon Musk’s xAI lays off 500 workers from Grok team amid restructuring

Elon Musk’s xAI has laid off 500 employees from its data annotation team, the largest division behind Grok, as the company shifts focus to specialist AI tutors.

Engineer who spoke out against Amazon’s Israel contract in email to CEO Andy Jassy gets suspended

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Engineer who spoke out against Amazon’s Israel contract in email to CEO Andy Jassy gets suspended

Amazon has suspended a Palestinian engineer who criticized its $1.2 billion Israel deal in a letter to CEO Andy Jassy, sparking fresh debate on free speech in tech.

Apple iPhone 17 buying guide: 5 reasons to choose the vanilla model over iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro

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Apple iPhone 17 buying guide: 5 reasons to choose the vanilla model over iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro

Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup includes four models — iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. While the Air and Pro versions bring their own unique strengths, the standard iPhone 17 strikes a balance between features and pricing, making it a strong choice for most users. Here are five reasons why the iPhone 17 could be the better pick.

Apple Store down in India ahead of iPhone 17, iPhone Air, Pro and Pro Max pre-orders: Check price, how to pre-order and more

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Apple Store down in India ahead of iPhone 17, iPhone Air, Pro and Pro Max pre-orders: Check price, how to pre-order and more

Apple’s online store in India went offline ahead of iPhone 17 series pre-orders, which begin today at 5:30 PM IST. The lineup includes iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Nano Banana AI figurines are going viral: Here are 5 other image generation prompts to try in Google Gemini app

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Nano Banana AI figurines are going viral: Here are 5 other image generation prompts to try in Google Gemini app

Google’s Nano Banana in the Gemini app lets users turn selfies into action figures, explore past decades, join TV shows, step into famous art, or visit global landmarks.

Samsung launches Galaxy Buds3 FE in India with Blade design, Galaxy AI, and enhanced ANC at Rs 12,999

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Samsung launches Galaxy Buds3 FE in India with Blade design, Galaxy AI, and enhanced ANC at Rs 12,999

Samsung has launched the Galaxy Buds3 FE in India, featuring its iconic Blade design, Galaxy AI capabilities, and improved audio performance. The earbuds aim to offer users a combination of smart features, reliable performance, and stylish design, with seamless integration into the Galaxy ecosystem.

Claude gets Memory: Anthropic adds Context Recall and Incognito Chats 

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Claude gets Memory: Anthropic adds Context Recall and Incognito Chats 

According to Anthropic, memory is designed for professional use cases. It can remember sales pipelines, product specifications, client details, and ongoing initiatives.

Apple iPhone 17 series, Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Pro 3 to go on pre-order today: Check price, discounts and more

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Apple iPhone 17 series, Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Pro 3 to go on pre-order today: Check price, discounts and more

Apple has announced that its latest iPhone 17 lineup, new Apple Watch models, and AirPods Pro 3 will soon be available for purchase. Customers in India can pre-order the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max starting September 12 at 5.30 p.m. IST through apple.com and the Apple Store app. The products will be available in stores globally from September 19.

TikTok parent company launches Google Gemini AI Nano Banana rival called Seedream 4.0

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TikTok parent company launches Google Gemini AI Nano Banana rival called Seedream 4.0

TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence tool, Seedream 4.0, positioning it as a direct competitor to Google DeepMind’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image—widely known as “Nano Banana.” The launch highlights ByteDance’s growing focus on AI-driven creative platforms as global demand for generative media continues to expand.

National Lok Adalat 2025: How to get pending traffic e-challans removed/resolved; eligible challans, list of courts and more

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National Lok Adalat 2025: How to get pending traffic e-challans removed/resolved; eligible challans, list of courts and more

The National Lok Adalat on September 13, 2025, offers vehicle owners a one-day chance to settle pending traffic e-challans for minor offences with reduced fines or waivers across India.

“We can do better,” says Satya Nadella as Microsoft confronts employees’ frustration after layoffs and more

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“We can do better,” says Satya Nadella as Microsoft confronts employees’ frustration after layoffs and more

Microsoft has been facing employee troubles in the last couple of years. Layoffs, protests, employees being unhappy over returning to office have been the order of the day at Microsoft. Now, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella told employees that the company must work harder to rebuild trust after a bruising year of layoffs and a new mandate requiring staff near its Redmond headquarters to return to the office three days a week starting February.

Xiaomi surges ahead as Apple slips to third in global wearables market

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Xiaomi surges ahead as Apple slips to third in global wearables market

The global market for wrist-worn devices expanded in the second quarter of 2025, but Apple found itself squeezed between two fast-rising rivals. According to new data from IDC, Xiaomi widened its lead over the Apple Watch, while Huawei maintained its top position.

Nothing confirms that Ear (3) will come with a dedicated talk button on the charging case ahead of the September 18  launch

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Nothing confirms that Ear (3) will come with a dedicated talk button on the charging case ahead of the September 18 launch

Nothing has revealed the first official image of its upcoming Ear (3) wireless earbuds, confirming a familiar design with some new additions. The charging case now includes recycled anodized aluminum, a built-in microphone called the “Super Mic,” and a dedicated talk button. Full details will be announced on September 18, 2025.

Amazon Great India Festival early deals are now live: Checkout discounts on smartphones, laptops, TWS earbuds and more

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Amazon Great India Festival early deals are now live: Checkout discounts on smartphones, laptops, TWS earbuds and more

Amazon has kicked off its Great India Festival early deals ahead of the official sale, offering discounts across categories including smartphones, laptops, TWS earbuds, smart TVs, and storage devices. Customers can access these offers before the main event begins, with some of the biggest price cuts already live.

Meta confirms Reels as India’s leading short-form video platform after five years of its launch

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Meta confirms Reels as India’s leading short-form video platform after five years of its launch

Short-form video has become India’s preferred mode of entertainment, cutting across demographics and interests. At the center of this shift is Instagram Reels, which has completed five years in India. A new Meta-commissioned IPSOS study shows that Reels is the country’s leading short-form video platform, surpassing TV, YouTube, and other surveyed platforms.

BGMI 4.0 brings new Stepwell battlegrounds for players: 5 things to know

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BGMI 4.0 brings new Stepwell battlegrounds for players: 5 things to know

Krafton India has rolled out the BGMI 4.0 update, headlined by Stepwell — a new battleground location created in India for the first time. The update also brings Ghost Gameplay, the Unfail 4v1 mode, festive Diwali fireworks, and spooky seasonal events that redefine the battle royale experience.

The non-Pro iPhone 17 model gets a Pro feature for the first time in iPhone’s history, ending years of memes

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The non-Pro iPhone 17 model gets a Pro feature for the first time in iPhone’s history, ending years of memes

If you’ve followed the iPhone 17 launch, then you may have guessed it and if so, we are talking about the new ProMotion display that Apple finally added to the iPhone 17 this year. Not only that the ‘Always-On display’ also makes the cut to the non-Pro model this year.

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