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Vivo T4 Lite to launch in India soon, may come with 6000mAh battery

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Vivo T4 Lite to launch in India soon, may come with 6000mAh battery

Vivo has revealed that its next budget smartphone, the Vivo T4 Lite, will soon be introduced, and is confirmed to come with a 6,000 mAh battery. Further, the handset is expected to run on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset.

Apple in trouble again as EU prepares fresh charges over App Store restrictions, deadline set for June 26

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Apple in trouble again as EU prepares fresh charges over App Store restrictions, deadline set for June 26

Apple could face hefty fines in the European Union over alleged violations of the new Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules by June 26, which could mean the company to pay penalties up to 5% of its global revenue for each day of non-compliance under the DMA.

OnePlus 15 may launch without Hasselblad branding: All the details

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OnePlus 15 may launch without Hasselblad branding: All the details

OnePlus is expected to introduce its next flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 15, in China this year. A new leak now suggests that it will have a lower resolution display and a slightly different camera array, which doesn’t bear the famous Hasselblad branding.

Redmi Pad 2 launched with 11-inch 2.5K display, MediaTek Helio G100 SoC: Price, specs and more

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Redmi Pad 2 launched with 11-inch 2.5K display, MediaTek Helio G100 SoC: Price, specs and more

The Redmi Pad 2 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G100-Ultra chipset coupled with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM. It is available in both Wi-Fi-only and Wi-Fi + Cellular options, and has a starting price of Rs 13,999 in India.

Oppo K13x 5G India launch date confirmed, to be powered by Dimensity 6300 SoC, 50MP camera

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Oppo K13x 5G India launch date confirmed, to be powered by Dimensity 6300 SoC, 50MP camera

Oppo has revealed the launch date of its next budget smartphone, the Oppo K13x 5G, in India. Alongside the launch date, Oppo has also revealed some of the key specifications of the smartphone, such as the processor, battery capacity, and durability details.

Apple’s upcoming iOS 26 will make it easier to import and export passkeys

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Apple’s upcoming iOS 26 will make it easier to import and export passkeys

Passkeys, which are set to replace traditional passwords, will now come with support for convenient import/export, to allow secure transfer of passwords and verification codes.

Apple to let third-party music apps display animated artwork on lock screen with iOS 26

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Apple to let third-party music apps display animated artwork on lock screen with iOS 26

Apple recently previewed iOS 26 at WWDC 2025 and showcased several of its notable capabilities. Now, with this update, Apple could introduce a new layout for the lock screen, which would allow third-party music streaming apps to display animated artwork.

Google adds fancy new Gemini animation in Android 16 beta, but not everyone can see it

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Google adds fancy new Gemini animation in Android 16 beta, but not everyone can see it

Google recently released the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 update with new features and the latest June Pixel Feature Drop. However, the update includes a launch animation with a shrinking screen effect to invoke the Gemini overlay alongside haptic feedback.

OnePlus Pad Lite design and key specifications leaked, launch expected soon

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OnePlus Pad Lite design and key specifications leaked, launch expected soon

After introducing its latest flagship tablet, the OnePlus Pad 3, OnePlus is now expected to unveil a new budget tablet, likely called the OnePlus Pad Lite. Moreover, the specifications and design of this device have also been leaked.

Apple iPhone 17 launch: The entire lineup is likely to get this major display and performance upgrade

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Apple iPhone 17 launch: The entire lineup is likely to get this major display and performance upgrade

Apple iPhone 17 series is expected to come with major screen and performance changes this year. Moreover, all the smartphones in the lineup will run iOS 26 out of the box, and could pack advanced AI features.

Huawei Pura 80 series with four new models and innovative camera features announced: Price, specs

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Huawei Pura 80 series with four new models and innovative camera features announced: Price, specs

Huawei has unveiled the Pura 80 series in China, consisting of the Pura 80, Pura 80 Pro, Pura 80 Pro+, and Pura 80 Ultra smartphones. The highlight of the lineup is the Pura 80 Ultra, which comes with a unique dual-lens telephoto camera.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra launching soon globally: 5 big changes that are expected

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra launching soon globally: 5 big changes that are expected

Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra is expected to bring a thinner design, 200MP camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite, large displays and foldable-specific software tweaks.

Apple CarPlay gets a major upgrade with iOS 26: New smart zoom, video streaming, and sleek UI

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Apple CarPlay gets a major upgrade with iOS 26: New smart zoom, video streaming, and sleek UI

Apple is rolling out a slew of new features and improved accessibility support with the iOS 26 update that will help CarPlay take better advantage of the shape of your vehicle's display. Moreover, the new Liquid Glass UI will be added in all parts of the CarPlay appearance.

Wikipedia puts a pause on Google AI Overview-like summary feature, here's why

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Wikipedia puts a pause on Google AI Overview-like summary feature, here's why

Wikipedia has effectively paused its trial with AI-generated summaries after receiving strong criticism from its community of editors. This comes after the Wikimedia Foundation recently started testing short AI-generated summaries on the platform’s mobile app.

OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 India launch date set for June 19: Expected specifications, price

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OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 India launch date set for June 19: Expected specifications, price

OnePlus has announced the launch date of its next neckband-style design wireless earphones, the Bullets Wireless Z3, in India. Moreover, it will be offered in Mambo Midnight and Samba Sunset colour options.

Google Wear OS smartwatches can now keep you safe with its earthquake warning feature, here's how

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Google Wear OS smartwatches can now keep you safe with its earthquake warning feature, here's how

Google’s earthquake alert and system detection tool for Android smartphones is now being rolled out to Wear OS smartwatches, providing warnings about seismic activity directly on a user’s wrist.

Qualcomm launches AR+ Gen 1 chipset for smart glasses: All the details

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Qualcomm launches AR+ Gen 1 chipset for smart glasses: All the details

Qualcomm has announced a new Snapdragon chipset for AR glasses, Snapdragon AR1+ Gen 1, which can run AI directly on devices with no need for a smartphone or cloud connection. It is reportedly also more power-efficient and better at taking photos.

Samsung is rolling out the One UI 8 beta 2 update for Galaxy S25: All the details

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Samsung is rolling out the One UI 8 beta 2 update for Galaxy S25: All the details

Samsung has rolled out the One UI 8 beta 2 update for Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphones in select regions, including India. This software update is reported to introduce several improvements and bug fixes, and is approximately 1.2GB in size.

Apple is removing these five watch faces with watchOS 26

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Apple is removing these five watch faces with watchOS 26

Apple recently unveiled watchOS 26, its latest operating system for eligible Apple smartwatches. It brings a fresh set of features and design enhancements, and also marks the quiet departure of five watch faces from the company’s portfolio.

Vivo Y400 Pro design and key specifications revealed ahead of launch

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Vivo Y400 Pro design and key specifications revealed ahead of launch

Vivo is gearing up to introduce the Y400 Pro smartphone in India soon. It is expected to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset and will likely pack a 5,500mAh battery with support for 90W charging.

China restricts the use of AI chatbots during exam season to crack down on cheating

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China restricts the use of AI chatbots during exam season to crack down on cheating

Chinese authorities have recently shut down AI chatbots as a precautionary measure to stop cheating during the Gaokao university entrance exams. Apps from Tencent, ByteDance, and Moonshot AI have temporarily blocked multiple functionalities.

China restricts the use of AI chatbots during exam season to crack down on cheating

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China restricts the use of AI chatbots during exam season to crack down on cheating

Chinese authorities have recently shut down AI chatbots as a precautionary measure to stop cheating during the Gaokao university entrance exams. Apps from Tencent, ByteDance, and Moonshot AI have temporarily blocked multiple functionalities.

Apple expands CarKey support to Tata, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes and more with iOS 26 update

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Apple expands CarKey support to Tata, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes and more with iOS 26 update

After introducing the digital car key tool a few years ago, which allows users to lock or unlock and start a compatible vehicle with an iPhone, Apple has now expanded it to 13 additional vehicle brands at the company’s WWDC 2025 keynote.

Oppo K13x 5G confirmed to launch in India soon: Expected price, specifications

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Oppo K13x 5G confirmed to launch in India soon: Expected price, specifications

Oppo is set to introduce the Oppo K13x 5G smartphone in India soon. Previously, the smartphone was teased by a Flipkart microsite, and now a report has revealed its expected price range and key specifications.

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