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Asus launches Vivobook S16 in new colours BFF Peachy and Salvia Green in India

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Asus launches Vivobook S16 in new colours BFF Peachy and Salvia Green in India

Asus has expanded its Vivobook lineup in India with the launch of the Vivobook S16 (S3607QA). Part of the company’s Vivobook Multicolor Series, the new laptop debuts in two fresh colour options — BFF Peachy and Salvia Green. The device is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X processor with up to 45 TOPS NPU, bringing Copilot+ PC experiences and Asus’s own AI-driven apps.

Infinix Note 50s 5G+ gets new Mystic Plum colour: Price, features, and more

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Infinix Note 50s 5G+ gets new Mystic Plum colour: Price, features, and more

Infinix is refreshing its flagship NOTE 50s 5G+ lineup with a stylish new Mystic Plum variant. Priced from ₹14,999, the device brings a premium vegan leather finish and joins the existing Titanium Grey, Burgundy Red, and Marine Drift Blue options. Here are the key highlights.

Apple is likely to stop selling these four iPhones from September 9

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Apple is likely to stop selling these four iPhones from September 9

Apple is preparing for its big September 9 event, and along with new launches, some existing iPhones are set to be phased out. Here are the models expected to be discontinued.

WhatsApp set to bring Live Photos feature on iPhones: How it works and other details

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WhatsApp set to bring Live Photos feature on iPhones: How it works and other details

WhatsApp is rolling out support for Live Photos on iOS, letting users share their memories in motion — complete with sound. The feature is live for select beta testers and will gradually expand to more users.

OnePlus Nord Buds 3r go on sale in India: Price, features, and more

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OnePlus Nord Buds 3r go on sale in India: Price, features, and more

OnePlus has refreshed its budget audio lineup with the Nord Buds 3r — true wireless earbuds that promise long battery life, immersive sound, and a surprisingly rich feature set, all starting at just Rs 1,599.

Geoffrey Hinton, AI's godfather, has a 'nuclear bomb' warning; says “a normal person can make..."

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Geoffrey Hinton, AI's godfather, has a 'nuclear bomb' warning; says “a normal person can make..."

Geoffrey Hinton, known as the godfather of AI, has warned that artificial intelligence could enable ordinary people to create nuclear weapons or bioweapons, raising concerns about its catastrophic misuse.

Siri’s reinvention: Apple looking to build an "Answer Engine", may lean on Google to take on ChatGPT, Perplexity

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Siri’s reinvention: Apple looking to build an "Answer Engine", may lean on Google to take on ChatGPT, Perplexity

After a year of delays and internal shakeups, Apple’s big Siri reboot is back on track. A Bloomberg report says the upgrade will not only modernise Siri but also introduce a new “answer engine” aimed squarely at ChatGPT and Perplexity.

Apple to launch 4 iPhone 17 models on September 9: Which model sounds promising and most value for money?

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Apple to launch 4 iPhone 17 models on September 9: Which model sounds promising and most value for money?

Apple is set to launch four iPhone 17 models on September 9. Here’s a simple breakdown of the iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, and Pro Max to help you decide which model offers the best features and value for money.

Amazon Great Indian Festival dates confirmed with deals, discounts and early access for Prime members

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Amazon Great Indian Festival dates confirmed with deals, discounts and early access for Prime members

AI will wipe out 50 percent of entry-level white collar jobs by 2030, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says

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AI will wipe out 50 percent of entry-level white collar jobs by 2030, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns AI could replace half of all entry-level jobs by 2030, leaving millions without work.

OpenAI finally reveals why ChatGPT hallucinates and what it is doing to fix it

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OpenAI finally reveals why ChatGPT hallucinates and what it is doing to fix it

OpenAI says this is the key reason hallucinations still exist, even as models like GPT-5 have become much better at reasoning.

Amazon now tracking employee phone use: Here’s what it means for staff

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Amazon now tracking employee phone use: Here’s what it means for staff

Amazon now tracks employee phone use. Staff must prove work-related usage or risk reduced monthly allowance.

iOS 26 release date, time, list of supported iPhones, Apple Intelligence support and all other details

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iOS 26 release date, time, list of supported iPhones, Apple Intelligence support and all other details

Apple is gearing up to release iOS 26, its latest iPhone software update, following the launch of the iPhone 17 series on September 9. First unveiled at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, iOS 26 introduces a refreshed design, new apps, and smarter system-wide intelligence.

Apple event 2025: From iPhone 17 to new Watch Series 11; here's everything that Apple is set to launch tomorrow

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Apple event 2025: From iPhone 17 to new Watch Series 11; here's everything that Apple is set to launch tomorrow

Apple is preparing to unveil its latest lineup of hardware at its “Awe dropping” special event tomorrow, September 9. The keynote will begin at 10 a.m. PT (10:30 p.m. IST) and will be streamed live on Apple’s website, YouTube, and Apple TV app. The company is expected to introduce the iPhone 17 series, new Apple Watches, AirPods Pro 3, and other hardware updates.

Apple Intelligence tipped for China launch in late 2025

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Apple Intelligence tipped for China launch in late 2025

Apple’s AI push has hit regulatory snags in China, but a new report suggests Apple Intelligence may finally debut there by the end of 2025 — with help from Baidu and Alibaba.

GTA 6 to become world’s first game with 'AAAA' label: Here's what it means and how it is different from 'AAA'

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GTA 6 to become world’s first game with 'AAAA' label: Here's what it means and how it is different from 'AAA'

While AAA has been the standard for major game titles, GTA 6 is poised to be the first 'AAAA' game, a new classification for a project with an unprecedented budget and cultural impact.

Dreame showcases world’s first stair-climbing robot vacuum at IFA 2025

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Dreame showcases world’s first stair-climbing robot vacuum at IFA 2025

At IFA 2025, Dreame Technology unveiled a wide range of smart home innovations, led by the industry’s first stair-climbing robot vacuum. Alongside this, the company introduced advanced cordless vacuums, robotic mowers, and fresh-water mopping systems designed to address household cleaning challenges with AI-powered solutions.

iPhone 16 Pro Max under Rs 1 lakh during Big Billion Days? Flipkart’s latest teaser sparks buzz

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iPhone 16 Pro Max under Rs 1 lakh during Big Billion Days? Flipkart’s latest teaser sparks buzz

The iPhone 16 Pro Max, which launched as the top-end model of the iPhone 16 lineup, is currently listed at Rs 1,37,900 for the 256GB variant on Flipkart.

How to become rich on X aka Twitter? Product head Nikita Bier reveals the secret sauce

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How to become rich on X aka Twitter? Product head Nikita Bier reveals the secret sauce

X’s product head Nikita Bier shares a simple “playbook” to build influence and wealth on the platform—post daily insights in your niche for six months to become a recognized expert.

Amazon-backed AI company, Anthropic, to pay $1.5 billion in landmark copyright settlement with authors

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Amazon-backed AI company, Anthropic, to pay $1.5 billion in landmark copyright settlement with authors

Amazon-backed AI firm Anthropic will pay $1.5 billion to authors in a landmark US copyright settlement, with payouts of about $3,000 per book.

“Nothing comes close…” xAI engineer reveals what it is like to work at Elon Musk’s company

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“Nothing comes close…” xAI engineer reveals what it is like to work at Elon Musk’s company

Eric Jiang, an engineer at xAI, recently shared his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), and his post quickly caught attention.

Apple CEO Tim Cook said ‘thank you’ 8 times in less than 2 minutes during Trump's White House AI dinner, viral video reveals details

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Apple CEO Tim Cook said ‘thank you’ 8 times in less than 2 minutes during Trump's White House AI dinner, viral video reveals details

The dinner, hosted by then US President Donald Trump, brought together top technology leaders. During the event, Trump publicly praised Cook for his work at Apple, calling it an “incredible job with the little company called Apple.” To this, Cook responded politely, “Thank you, Mr. President.”

How to Download Instagram on an Apple iPad: A step-by-step guide, supported iPads and more

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How to Download Instagram on an Apple iPad: A step-by-step guide, supported iPads and more

Here's how to Download Instagram on an Apple iPad.

DeepSeek to launch GPT-5 rival later this year: Here's what we know so far

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DeepSeek to launch GPT-5 rival later this year: Here's what we know so far

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