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Man sues Microsoft for discontinuing Windows 10 support: Here’s why

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Man sues Microsoft for discontinuing Windows 10 support: Here’s why

A California man is suing Microsoft over its plan to end Windows 10 support in October, claiming it will force millions to upgrade and put older PCs at risk.

Will the Pixel 10 come without a SIM tray? New leak reveals shocking details

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Will the Pixel 10 come without a SIM tray? New leak reveals shocking details

A new leak suggests the Pixel 10 series could drop the physical SIM card tray in the US and go eSIM-only. Here’s what that means for travellers and everyday users.

Oppo K13 Turbo series to launch today: Event details, expected price, features and more

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Oppo K13 Turbo series to launch today: Event details, expected price, features and more

Oppo K13 Turbo series is launching today. Here's everything we know so far.

Nvidia, AMD may pay revenue from chip sales in China to the US government

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Nvidia, AMD may pay revenue from chip sales in China to the US government

If finalised, the deal would give the White House a direct cut of chip sales in China — a first-of-its-kind arrangement — while allowing Nvidia and AMD to maintain access to one of their most important markets

Apple leads the market as global tablet shipments jump 13.1% in Q2 2025

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Apple leads the market as global tablet shipments jump 13.1% in Q2 2025

The growth built on Q1 momentum, fueled by product refreshes, replacement cycles, education projects, and subsidies in China. Aggressive promotions have been key to Samsung’s regional growth, while Apple’s volume remains anchored by lower-priced iPads.

Apple dismisses fresh allegations of Apple Pay tech theft

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Apple dismisses fresh allegations of Apple Pay tech theft

Apple stressed that courts have “repeatedly rejected Fintiv’s claims” and called the latest filing an attempt to “distract from their failed patent case.”

Seeing boring videos on YouTube? Here's how to reset your recommendatios

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Seeing boring videos on YouTube? Here's how to reset your recommendatios

YouTube’s recommendation system works by analysing the videos you watch, the creators you follow, and the patterns in your watch history.

“Please can I have it back”: Sam Altman explains why users want ChatGPT's 'yes-man' back

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“Please can I have it back”: Sam Altman explains why users want ChatGPT's 'yes-man' back

Apple’s iPhone 17 could see a price hike, here's why

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Apple’s iPhone 17 could see a price hike, here's why

Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed last week that most US-sold iPhones now come from India, but any expansion of tariffs to cover those imports would hit Apple’s margins hard.

Google Gemini Live gets productivity boost with Calendar, Tasks, Keep access

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Google Gemini Live gets productivity boost with Calendar, Tasks, Keep access

First announced at Google I/O 2025 in May, this upgrade moves Gemini Live from being a purely general-knowledge assistant to a tool that can tap into your own data.

Delhi Police to add black spots in Google Maps to highlight accident prone zones and curb accedents

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Delhi Police to add black spots in Google Maps to highlight accident prone zones and curb accedents

The Delhi Traffic Police is joining hands with Google Maps to highlight accident-prone areas, known as “black spots,” across the national capital.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang explains why he reviews salaries of all 42,000 employees instead of HR

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang explains why he reviews salaries of all 42,000 employees instead of HR

Huang also believes in keeping teams small but powerful. He says a group of about 150 skilled researchers, with the right funding, can achieve game-changing breakthroughs.

Sam Altman has good news for ChatGPT users: Announces GPT-4o’s return; here’s how to switch back

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Sam Altman has good news for ChatGPT users: Announces GPT-4o’s return; here’s how to switch back

Sam Altman says GPT-4o is returning after GPT-5 backlash. Paid ChatGPT users can switch back via “Show legacy models” in settings; OpenAI will monitor usage and improve transparency on model selection.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT defeats Elon Musk’s Grok in AI chess showdown

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OpenAI’s ChatGPT defeats Elon Musk’s Grok in AI chess showdown

Over three days, eight AI systems from OpenAI, xAI, Google, Anthropic, and Chinese developers DeepSeek and Moonshot AI competed.

Man hospitalised after following ChatGPT diet chart that led to rare poisoning

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Man hospitalised after following ChatGPT diet chart that led to rare poisoning

A man developed rare, life-threatening bromide poisoning after following ChatGPT diet advice, in what doctors say could be the first AI-linked case of its kind.

OpenAI offers multi-million dollar bonuses to retain top AI talent

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OpenAI offers multi-million dollar bonuses to retain top AI talent

The move comes as competition for AI expertise intensifies across Silicon Valley, with tech giants and well-funded startups aggressively courting talent. By locking in critical staff, OpenAI aims to maintain its edge in the rapidly evolving AI race.

Perplexity AI vs ChatGPT: The two popular AI chatbots compared after GPT-5 rollout

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Perplexity AI vs ChatGPT: The two popular AI chatbots compared after GPT-5 rollout

ChatGPT with GPT-5 excels in reasoning and coding, while Perplexity AI leads in live, citation-based research and verification.

Microsoft is killing this 15-year-old popular app, here's why

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Microsoft is killing this 15-year-old popular app, here's why

The app, launched in 2015, became a favourite for its quick scanning, OCR capabilities, and easy cloud integration.

Meta-backed study reveals digital platforms’ impact on financial planning

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Meta-backed study reveals digital platforms’ impact on financial planning

The appeal lies in relatability — advice that feels like it’s coming from a peer rather than a podium, as per the study.

Godrej Edge MiniCool review: Effective for small spaces

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Godrej Edge MiniCool review: Effective for small spaces

The Edge MiniCool is positioned as a compact yet capable personal room cooler, aiming for transparency in its specifications and convenience in everyday use. It’s designed for rooms up to 23 sq. m, with practical touches like mobility-friendly wheels, thermal safety, and antibacterial cooling pads. Here’s how it performs:

Man believes he is a real-life superhero after 300 hours of ChatGPT chats over 21 days"

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Man believes he is a real-life superhero after 300 hours of ChatGPT chats over 21 days"

A Canadian man spent 300 hours over 21 days chatting with ChatGPT, leading him to believe he was a real-life superhero with a world-changing formula.

Hollywood director warns AI could trigger a real-life Terminator-style apocalypse

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Hollywood director warns AI could trigger a real-life Terminator-style apocalypse

Hollywood director James Cameron warns AI could spark a real-life Terminator-style apocalypse if paired with weapons systems, urging caution over military AI use.

Apple One subscription plans: Pricing, what you get, and more

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Apple One subscription plans: Pricing, what you get, and more

Apple One combines some of Apple’s most popular services — Music, TV+, Arcade, and iCloud+ — into a single monthly plan at a reduced cost. Available in two tiers, Individual and Family, it simplifies billing while offering more storage and entertainment. Here’s what each plan includes and how much you can save:

Raksha Bandhan photography tips: 10 things to keep in mind for best Rakhi photos with your siblings

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Raksha Bandhan photography tips: 10 things to keep in mind for best Rakhi photos with your siblings

Following these tips will help you capture meaningful and beautiful Rakhi photos with your siblings. Happy Raksha Bandhan and happy clicking!

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