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Microsoft brings Xbox Cloud Gaming to India: All the details

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Microsoft brings Xbox Cloud Gaming to India: All the details

The rollout across India is gradual, but Xbox Cloud Gaming’s arrival signals something big: gaming without boundaries, consoles, or waiting — just pure play, on your terms.

iPhone Air 2 may not launch in 2026: 5 key things to know

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iPhone Air 2 may not launch in 2026: 5 key things to know

Apple is reportedly delaying the iPhone Air 2 launch to spring 2027 as it works on a major redesign. The next-gen model is expected to get a dual-camera setup and improved features, following customer feedback and weak sales of the current iPhone Air.

Nuuk launches energy-efficient heaters HÖT BLOX, HÖT BAR, and BRĪSK Air Fryer in India

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Nuuk launches energy-efficient heaters HÖT BLOX, HÖT BAR, and BRĪSK Air Fryer in India

Nuuk, a new-age D2C home appliance brand, has launched three new products — the HÖT BLOX Oil-Filled Radiator, the HÖT BAR PTC heater, and the BRĪSK Air Fryer — in collaboration with filmmaker Karan Johar. The company says this expansion marks its continued focus on energy efficiency, design-led innovation, and everyday convenience for Indian households.

Google doubles down on India’s AI future with local data centers and Trillium TPUs

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Google doubles down on India’s AI future with local data centers and Trillium TPUs

Google is expanding its AI infrastructure in India with Trillium TPUs and Gemini models to boost local innovation, ensure data sovereignty, and support AI tools built for India’s needs.

Reliance Jio announces referral program for its customers: Rewards, benefits and all you need to know

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Reliance Jio announces referral program for its customers: Rewards, benefits and all you need to know

Reliance Jio has launched a new referral program that rewards customers for promoting its Jio Starter Pack. The program offers a 20% commission on every successful referral and includes additional perks for both referrers and new users.

Google expected to launch Nano Banana 2 soon: Here’s what we know about it

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Google expected to launch Nano Banana 2 soon: Here’s what we know about it

Google is gearing up to launch Nano Banana 2, a smarter AI image generator for its Gemini app. Here’s what’s new — from better angles and text control to self-correcting visuals that mimic human creativity.

Is Facebook getting rid of its Like button? Here’s what we know

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Is Facebook getting rid of its Like button? Here’s what we know

Facebook is retiring its famous Like and Comment buttons from external websites starting February 10, 2026. Here’s what Meta’s decision means, why it’s happening, and what it says about the future of the social web.

Meta cuts 600 jobs in latest layoff; now employees are using AI to write performance reviews

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Meta cuts 600 jobs in latest layoff; now employees are using AI to write performance reviews

Meta has laid off around 600 employees as part of an AI restructuring drive, even as remaining staff begin using the company’s in-house AI chatbot to draft performance reviews.

ChatGPT Memories are getting erased by a glitch; here’s how you can backup everything to be on safer side

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ChatGPT Memories are getting erased by a glitch; here’s how you can backup everything to be on safer side

Recent incidents have happened where ChatGPT forgets everything about the user and if you want to prevent something like this from happening, then here’s our detailed guide for you.

Google Play to flag apps that drain your phone’s battery starting in 2026

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Google Play to flag apps that drain your phone’s battery starting in 2026

Starting March 2026, Google Play will flag Android apps that drain your phone’s battery, warning users and reducing visibility for power-hungry apps.

Intel’s Chief AI Officer Sachin Katti leaves company to join Sam Altman’s OpenAI

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Intel’s Chief AI Officer Sachin Katti leaves company to join Sam Altman’s OpenAI

Intel’s Chief AI Officer Sachin Katti leaves the company to join OpenAI, where he’ll help build the compute infrastructure powering artificial general intelligence.

Apple’s next big update could let iPhones and Apple Watch work even without cellular signal

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Apple’s next big update could let iPhones and Apple Watch work even without cellular signal

Apple is planning a big expansion of satellite features for iPhones and Apple Watch, including satellite maps, photo messaging, and better connectivity even without networks.

As AI eats its traffic, Wikipedia fights back with paid access and clearer rules

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As AI eats its traffic, Wikipedia fights back with paid access and clearer rules

In a new blog post, the Wikimedia Foundation urged AI companies to use its content “responsibly” by ensuring proper attribution and accessing data through Wikimedia Enterprise, its paid product for large-scale use.

Apple TV gets Guest and child profiles, which work without an Apple ID

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Apple TV gets Guest and child profiles, which work without an Apple ID

Apple has simplified profile creation for temporary users and children in its tvOS software by allowing users to create profiles without an Apple Account. This change makes profile creation more flexible for families, guests, or roommates.

Dyson launches Hot+Cool HP2 De-NOx and HP1 purifiers with NO₂ removal and intelligent heating: All you need to know

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Dyson launches Hot+Cool HP2 De-NOx and HP1 purifiers with NO₂ removal and intelligent heating: All you need to know

Dyson has introduced its new Hot+Cool purifiers — HP2 De-NOx (HP12) and HP1 — featuring advanced gas filtration, intelligent heating, and full connectivity to tackle rising indoor pollution in India.

China orders Apple to take down major gay dating apps from its App Store

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China orders Apple to take down major gay dating apps from its App Store

Apple has once again found itself at the intersection of technology, censorship, and politics — this time for removing two of China’s most popular gay dating apps following an order from Beijing’s top internet regulator.

iQOO 15 to launch in India on November 26: 6 things we know about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 smartphone

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iQOO 15 to launch in India on November 26: 6 things we know about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 smartphone

iQOO has officially confirmed that its upcoming flagship, the iQOO 15, will debut in India on November 26, 2025. The smartphone is expected to succeed the iQOO 13 and bring substantial hardware upgrades, including Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Ahead of its launch, several details have surfaced through official teasers and industry reports. Here are seven key things we know about the device so far.

New Aadhaar app launched with face scan security, Digital ID, and multi-profile support for iPhone and Android smartphones

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New Aadhaar app launched with face scan security, Digital ID, and multi-profile support for iPhone and Android smartphones

The UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar app for iPhone and Android with face scan security, digital ID access, and multi-profile support, eliminating the need for physical Aadhaar cards.

Oppo ColorOS 16 rollout timeline: This is when your Oppo phone will receive the Android 16 update

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Oppo ColorOS 16 rollout timeline: This is when your Oppo phone will receive the Android 16 update

Oppo has started rolling out ColorOS 16 based on Android 16 in India. The update brings new AI features, smoother performance, and an updated design. Here’s the rollout schedule.

5 things that happen to an Instagram account when someone dies

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5 things that happen to an Instagram account when someone dies

When an Instagram user dies, the account doesn’t disappear automatically. Here are five things that can happen to their account, based on Instagram’s official policies and legacy planning options.

Samsung Care+ program now comes with extended warranty for your TV, refrigerator and washing machine, AC and other home appliances

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Samsung Care+ program now comes with extended warranty for your TV, refrigerator and washing machine, AC and other home appliances

Samsung has expanded its Care+ program to include extended warranty plans for home appliances, offering up to four years of coverage, starting at Rs 2 per day, with new software protection benefits.

Oppo Find X9 5G series India launch: RAM, colour variants and storage details leaked ahead of official launch

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Oppo Find X9 5G series India launch: RAM, colour variants and storage details leaked ahead of official launch

Oppo’s upcoming Find X9 5G and Find X9 Pro 5G smartphones are set to debut in India on November 18. Ahead of launch, key details about colour options, RAM, and storage have surfaced online.

BGMI 4.1 update to rollout on November 13, 2025: Date, time, new Penguin town, and more

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BGMI 4.1 update to rollout on November 13, 2025: Date, time, new Penguin town, and more

Krafton India has officially confirmed the rollout schedule for the BGMI 4.1 update, which begins on November 13, 2025, with phased releases across Android, iOS, and the official website.

'It’s insanely suicidal for Microsoft...', says Elon Musk as Sam Altman claims Slack breeds fake work

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'It’s insanely suicidal for Microsoft...', says Elon Musk as Sam Altman claims Slack breeds fake work

The comment didn’t go unnoticed by Elon Musk, who responded on X with a thinly veiled warning to Microsoft — a major OpenAI investor and infrastructure partner.

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