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Amazon Prime Day 2025: AI powered appliances, premium smartphones, smart gadgets, and tech accessories saw big jump in sale

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Amazon Prime Day 2025: AI powered appliances, premium smartphones, smart gadgets, and tech accessories saw big jump in sale

Amazon India’s Prime Day 2025 has officially become the most shopped edition yet, with consumer electronics, home appliances, and smart gadgets seeing massive growth across cities and towns.

Elon Musk’s X rejects French data probe, calls it politically motivated

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Elon Musk’s X rejects French data probe, calls it politically motivated

Calling the investigation unfair and preloaded with bias, X said its refusal to comply is legally justified and not taken lightly. The platform maintains it is being unfairly targeted for political reasons under the guise of legal scrutiny.

“AI will replace…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas says this profession will vanish in 6 months

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“AI will replace…” Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas says this profession will vanish in 6 months

Srinivas says Comet can, for example, find engineers from Stanford who’ve worked at top AI companies, collect their LinkedIn profiles, grab contact details, and even send personalised emails all without any human input.

Netflix is using artificial intelligence to generate VFX effects for this upcoming TV series

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Netflix is using artificial intelligence to generate VFX effects for this upcoming TV series

Netflix used generative AI in the new series, claiming it helped speed up production and reduce costs, while still involving real creators and visual effects professionals.

Genshin Impact version 5.8 codes for July 2025: Complete list, steps to redeem and more

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Genshin Impact version 5.8 codes for July 2025: Complete list, steps to redeem and more

The Genshin Impact 5.8 codes have arrived, providing you with free Primogems, Mora, Hero's Wit, Adventurer's Experience, and more. Hence, if you are running out of Primogems and don’t want to spend your money, then all you need are the latest Genshin Impact codes for July 2025.

PAN card scam alert: Email from 'PAN 2.0' is a scam; government says “Do not…”

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PAN card scam alert: Email from 'PAN 2.0' is a scam; government says “Do not…”

Email circulating online about PAN 2.0 cards is fake and government has issued an important advisory about it.

iQOO Z10R to launch soon: Date, design, display, camera and everything else we know so far

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iQOO Z10R to launch soon: Date, design, display, camera and everything else we know so far

iQOO, the sub-brand of Vivo, is preparing to launch a new smartphone in India under its Z-series lineup. Called the iQOO Z10R, this upcoming device aims to offer a flagship-like experience at an accessible price. The product page is already live on Amazon, revealing core specifications and the official launch date. Here’s everything that’s confirmed so far:

5 things you can do on WhatsApp we bet you didn’t know

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5 things you can do on WhatsApp we bet you didn’t know

Discover 5 hidden WhatsApp features you probably didn’t know about. From pinning chats to editing messages and using two accounts, make the most of WhatsApp with these simple tips.

OpenAI to cross 1 million GPUs in 2025 but Sam Altman wants more

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OpenAI to cross 1 million GPUs in 2025 but Sam Altman wants more

As AI models grow in size, complexity, and capability, they demand exponentially more compute power—particularly from GPUs, which are essential for training and running large-scale neural networks.

Elon Musk is back to working 7 days a week: Here’s why

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Elon Musk is back to working 7 days a week: Here’s why

This isn’t the first time Musk has talked about his extreme work habits. In past interviews, Musk revealed he once worked up to 120 hours a week when Tesla was struggling to deliver the Model 3.

Here’s when Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone

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Here’s when Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone

The device is expected to cost around $2,000 (approximately Rs 1,66,000), feature a large 7.8-inch internal display, and a 5.5-inch outer screen.

Elon Musk confirms Baby Grok, a dedicated AI companion for kids

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Elon Musk confirms Baby Grok, a dedicated AI companion for kids

Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has announced Baby Grok, a kid-friendly version of its chatbot. Designed to be safe and educational, Baby Grok aims to offer a child-appropriate alternative after concerns over Grok’s adult-like personas.

Pushpa actor uses 17-year-old dumb phone worth Rs 10 Lakh and here’s why everyone is talking about it

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Pushpa actor uses 17-year-old dumb phone worth Rs 10 Lakh and here’s why everyone is talking about it

The phone in question isn’t your average Rs 1,500 feature phone. It’s a Vertu Ascent Retro, a handcrafted luxury phone that costs nearly Rs 10 lakh—yes, you read that right.

Elon Musk mocks Sam Altman and Jony Ive after Astronomer CEO’s ‘kiss cam’ video goes viral

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Elon Musk mocks Sam Altman and Jony Ive after Astronomer CEO’s ‘kiss cam’ video goes viral

Elon Musk posted a meme on X (formerly Twitter), showing OpenAI boss Sam Altman and former Apple designer Jony Ive edited into the same “kiss cam” scene.

GTA VI: 5 things to know about one of the most-awaited games in the world

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GTA VI: 5 things to know about one of the most-awaited games in the world

Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto VI is already setting up to redefine open-world gaming. The much-awaited game has created a lot of buzz. Here are five things we know about the next game in one of the most popular franchises.

Gemini Drops: 4 AI features Google recently announced

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Gemini Drops: 4 AI features Google recently announced

Google has launched its first edition of Gemini Drops, a monthly round-up of new features and updates to its AI ecosystem. From hands-free help on your smartwatch to Veo-powered video generation, July is packed with tools that make Gemini smarter, more personal, and easier to use across devices. Here are 5 key highlights:

OpenAI's AI model achieves "gold medal" in Math Olympiad: All the details

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OpenAI's AI model achieves "gold medal" in Math Olympiad: All the details

Announced by OpenAI research scientist Alexander Wei on X, the AI scored 35 out of 42 points by solving five of the competition’s six notoriously tough problems.

Samsung Galaxy F36 launched in India: How it compares to Galaxy M36

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Samsung Galaxy F36 launched in India: How it compares to Galaxy M36

Samsung has unveiled two compelling mid-range smartphones — the Galaxy F36 5G and Galaxy M36 5G — both priced attractively under ₹20,000 (with offers). While they share several features, such as display size, chipset, and camera specs, subtle differences in design, software, and AI tools make them stand out. Here’s a head-to-head comparison:

watchOS 26: 5 new features coming to your Apple Watch later this year

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watchOS 26: 5 new features coming to your Apple Watch later this year

If you’ve got an Apple Watch that supports watchOS 26, a smarter, more responsive experience is coming your way this September. From auto-adjusting volumes to real-time message translation, Apple’s wearable is leaning further into intelligence and convenience. Here are five standout features:

Perplexity AI wants to install Comet browser on smartphones to rival Google Chrome, Apple’s Safari

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Perplexity AI wants to install Comet browser on smartphones to rival Google Chrome, Apple’s Safari

CEO Aravind Srinivas told Reuters that while it’s difficult to dislodge entrenched defaults, securing such deals could be a game-changer for user growth.

Microsoft cuts off China-based engineers from Pentagon projects, here's why

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Microsoft cuts off China-based engineers from Pentagon projects, here's why

Microsoft had employed China-based engineers to help maintain cloud computing systems used by the Pentagon — a move that alarmed lawmakers and defence officials.

Samsung Galaxy F36 launched: Check price in India, variants and specifications

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Samsung Galaxy F36 launched: Check price in India, variants and specifications

Samsung has launched the Galaxy F36 5G in India under Rs 20,000. It features a Super AMOLED display, Exynos 1380 chip, 50MP camera, and Android 15 with AI tools.

Government warns Android phone users about app downloads; urges them to follow these 8 things to avoid scams

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Government warns Android phone users about app downloads; urges them to follow these 8 things to avoid scams

With the rising number of cyber threats and malicious apps, the Indian government is urging smartphone users to exercise caution while downloading apps on their Android devices. Here are 8 common mistakes users should avoid to stay safe:

Samsung reveals pre-order numbers for Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 in India: All the details

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Samsung reveals pre-order numbers for Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 in India: All the details

Samsung has revealed that its latest foldables — the Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE — have collectively secured 210,000 pre-orders in India within 48 hours of launch. The response matches the scale of Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S25 series and highlights the growing popularity of foldable smartphones among Indian consumers.

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