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Google will now let you block time on your Calendar for real tasks so you don’t have to create fake meetings
Google has added a new feature to Calendar that lets users block time for real tasks without creating fake meetings. The task block appears on both Calendar and Google Tasks, helping users stay focused and avoid interruptions.
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With iOS 26.2, iPhone users in this country can replace Siri with third-party assistants
Apple’s iOS 26.2 update brings a major change for iPhone users in Japan, allowing them to replace Siri with third-party voice assistants like Alexa or Gemini using the Side Button. The feature is Japan-only for now as Apple complies with new competition guidelines.
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OpenAI cuts access to toymaker after AI-powered Teddy Bear found giving dangerous advice to children
OpenAI has cut access to FoloToy after its AI-powered teddy bear was found giving children dangerous advice, including instructions on lighting matches and discussing inappropriate topics. The toymaker has suspended all products and is conducting a safety review.
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From CEO to chairman: Could this be Tim Cook's next big role at Apple?
The company is reportedly preparing for Tim Cook to step down as CEO as early as next year, potentially moving him into the role of chairman of the board instead of retiring completely.
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OpenAI employees can finally donate equity to charity after years of waiting
OpenAI employees can now donate their equity to charity after years of delay. The opportunity comes with a tight deadline, but staff can turn shares into meaningful contributions following the company’s recent restructuring and funding round.
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Cognizant begins using tool to track employee activity, employees marked idle after 5 mins of inactivity
Cognizant has started using ProHance, a tool that monitors employee activity, idle time, and work patterns. The company says it’s for workflow analysis and process optimization, not for evaluating individual performance.
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Oppo Find X9 series to launch today: How to watch live stream, expected price, features and all other details
Oppo will unveil the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro in India today. Here’s how to watch the launch event live, along with expected prices, features, and key specifications.
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xAI unveils Grok 4.1, a faster, more perceptive AI ready for real-world interactions
xAI emphasises that Grok 4.1 is powerful not just in lab tests, but in everyday user experiences. The model delivers stronger emotional awareness, improved tone and more coherent personality across interactions.
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Elon Musk calls Jeff Bezos a 'copycat' as Amazon founder announces new $6.2B AI startup
With Bezos targeting the industrial side of AI and Musk racing ahead with Grok and xAI’s research ambitions, both appear ready to battle for the next frontier of artificial intelligence.
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Google launches WeatherNext 2, its fastest and most accurate AI weather model yet
The company says the model is faster, more accurate and far more scalable than traditional physics-based systems, signalling the moment AI-driven forecasts move from research labs to millions of users.
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Elon Musk's X rolls out Chat with disappearing messages, encryption and calls
The rollout is live on iOS and the web now, with Android following shortly, so users can start testing the platform’s most privacy-focused messaging push yet.
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Samsung’s first triple foldable phone set to launch soon, as firmware testing reportedly is underway
Samsung has reportedly started firmware testing for the Galaxy Z TriFold, hinting that this tri-fold smartphone could launch in select markets soon. The device is expected to come with a 10-inch main screen and carry a premium price tag of around $3,000.
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Apple iPhone 18 vs Samsung Galaxy S26: Expected specifications, launch cycle, and more
Samsung and Apple both are set to release their next-generation flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S26 and iPhone 18 series, in 2026. Early leaks from both camps have already given us an idea of what to expect, as we are set for another head-to-head between these two titans of mobile technology
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Redmi Note 15 series India launch timeline revealed, Redmi 15C tipped to debut this month
The Redmi Note 15 series, which launched in China a few months ago, is now expected to make its Indian debut soon. Meanwhile, the Redmi 15C is also expected to go later this month and is tipped to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC.
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Galaxy Buds 4 Pro leaked: Likely to get new design and upgraded features
Samsung’s next-generation earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, have surfaced through leaked One UI 8.5 firmware animations, giving the most detailed look yet at their upcoming design and features. The new model appears set to launch alongside the Galaxy S26 series, with the redesign marking one of the biggest visual shifts in Samsung’s earbuds lineup in years.
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Fake cop on video call tries Rs 35 lakh ‘digital arrest’ extortion; bank intervention stops fraud
A fake police officer on a video call tried extorting Rs 35 lakh from a senior citizen, but a Bank of Baroda manager intervened and foiled the digital arrest scam in time.
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Tech tip of the day: How to set up UPI Lite X to make payments without internet, things to know and more
UPI Lite X enables offline tap-and-pay transactions using NFC even without mobile data. Here’s how to set it up, things to know, and the limitations users should be aware of.
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TCS summoned by Pune Labour Commissioner after employees allege unfair and unlawful layoffs
TCS has been summoned by the Pune Labour Commissioner after several employees alleged unfair and unlawful layoffs, including forced resignations and sudden terminations. The labour department is now investigating the claims, marking a major development in the ongoing TCS layoffs controversy.
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Nothing Phone 3a Lite India launch date confirmed: All we know about the upcoming device
Nothing has confirmed the Phone 3a Lite India launch for November 27. While full specs aren’t official yet, the phone is expected to feature a 6.77-inch AMOLED display, Dimensity 7300 Pro chip, a simplified Glyph Light, and Android 15-based NothingOS 3.5. All expected details here.
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Microsoft Windows 11, Windows 10 and Microsoft Office are affected by a new graphics-component security flaw; government issues warning
A new CERT-In advisory warns of a remote code execution flaw in Microsoft’s graphics component affecting multiple Windows and Office versions, enabling attackers to run malicious code through crafted metafiles.
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Stop doing this: 6 ways you’re harming your iPhone battery without realising
Discover the six everyday habits that secretly damage your iPhone’s battery — from overnight charging to using cheap chargers. Learn what you should avoid and how to keep your iPhone battery healthier for longer.
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Emirates to offer high-speed Starlink WiFi free on all its aircraft
Emirates will soon offer free high-speed WiFi powered by Starlink across its entire fleet, starting November 2025. Passengers on all Emirates flights will get fast, “ground-quality” internet for streaming, video calls, gaming, and browsing at no extra cost.
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iPhone 17 Pro Max Orange colour turning Pink? This is what you shouldn’t use to clean your device
Worried your iPhone 17 Pro Max Orange colour is turning pink? The real issue isn’t the phone but the cleaning products you’re using. Apple’s updated guidelines explain what’s safe, what damages the finish and how to clean your iPhone without causing colour changes.
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GOBOULT launches Mustang Thunder headphones in India: 5 key details to know
GOBOULT has launched the Mustang Thunder headphones in partnership with Mustang, offering premium design, 40mm drivers, 70-hour battery life and LED pony lights. Priced at Rs 2,499 for launch, the new model marks GOBOULT’s push into the premium audio segment with more Mustang products coming soon.
