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Apple fixes major vulnerability of its Passwords app, which left users exposed to phishing attacks for months

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Apple fixes major vulnerability of its Passwords app, which left users exposed to phishing attacks for months

Apple's standalone Passwords app, launched with iOS 18, was vulnerable to phishing attacks from attackers who were on the same Wi-Fi network since its launch. However, the company has now fixed these flaws with the latest iOS 18.2 update.

Honor 400 Lite price, design, and key features leaked online: All the details

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Honor 400 Lite price, design, and key features leaked online: All the details

Honor 400 series is expected to launch soon, and one of its smartphones, the Honor 400 Lite, has unexpectedly appeared on sale in an online store in Hungary. The listing reveals some device renders, providing a closer look at its design and key details.

Nvidia, Alphabet and Google join forces to announce new initiatives for advance AI: All the details

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Nvidia, Alphabet and Google join forces to announce new initiatives for advance AI: All the details

Nvidia Corporation, Alphabet Inc., and Google LLC have announced a new collaboration, which is aimed at advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and expanding its accessibility across various industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and energy.

iPhone 17 series tipped to come with huge camera upgrades, Pro models to offer 48MP telephoto lens

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iPhone 17 series tipped to come with huge camera upgrades, Pro models to offer 48MP telephoto lens

The iPhone 17 series is likely to launch in September 2025. According to a new leak, all these smartphones will have a 24MP front camera, and the premium iPhone Pro devices will have a triple 48MP camera setup.

Google Pixel 9a with Tensor G4 chip, 5,100mAh battery launched in India: Price, specifications, and more

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Google Pixel 9a with Tensor G4 chip, 5,100mAh battery launched in India: Price, specifications, and more

Google has introduced its latest mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 9a, in India and global markets. It is powered with the same Tensor G4 chip that debuted with the Pixel 9 series last year and packs a 5,100mAh battery, which promises over 30 hours of battery life.

Realme P3 5G and P3 Ultra 5G with IP69 rating, 6000mAh battery launched in India

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Realme P3 5G and P3 Ultra 5G with IP69 rating, 6000mAh battery launched in India

Realme has added two new smartphones to its P3 series in India, which includes the P3 5G and P3 Ultra 5G smartphones. Both the handsets come with a large 6,000 mAh battery and ship with Android 15-based Realme UI 6.0.

Samsung may launch Galaxy XCover 8 Pro globally soon: All the details

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Samsung may launch Galaxy XCover 8 Pro globally soon: All the details

Samsung Galaxy XCover 8 Pro, the next rugged smartphone from Samsung, has allegedly appeared on the Geekbench benchmark platform, revealing a few key hardware details. Additionally, the device has reportedly been spotted on the TUV Rheinland website.

Apple’s latest iPhone 16e outsells the iPhone SE amid slow China sales: Report

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Apple’s latest iPhone 16e outsells the iPhone SE amid slow China sales: Report

Apple’s iPhone 16e has exceeded expectations in its early sales performance, especially in China, despite skepticism over its asking price.

Here's how much the upcoming Realme P3 5G smartphone will cost

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Here's how much the upcoming Realme P3 5G smartphone will cost

Realme has confirmed the pricing of the Realme P3 5G, the company’s latest smartphone in the P series in India, ahead of its launch on March 19.

Meta's crowd-sourced Community Notes testing starts from March 18

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Meta's crowd-sourced Community Notes testing starts from March 18

Facebook and Instagram’s parent company, Meta, will begin testing its new Community Notes fact-checking tool this week, which will be initially based on a rating system used by Elon Musk's X.

Apple may launch second-generation Studio Display soon: All the details

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Apple may launch second-generation Studio Display soon: All the details

Apple is expected to replace the 27-inch 5K Studio Display, which was launched three years ago, with two models with different specifications or screen sizes. The company may choose one to release for consumers by next year.

DeepSeek vs Manus AI: How do these two Chinese AI chatbots compare in responses, privacy, search, and more

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DeepSeek vs Manus AI: How do these two Chinese AI chatbots compare in responses, privacy, search, and more

Weeks after Chinese AI startup DeepSeek caused a whirlwind with its DeepSeek-R1 model, a powerful new AI tool, Manus AI, is making waves in China. But you may want to know which one is better. We now compare both the Chinese AI tools and see what all they have to offer

WhatsApp working on message threads feature to organise conversations

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WhatsApp working on message threads feature to organise conversations

Popular instant messaging app WhatsApp is reportedly working on a feature that would put all replies to the same message in one thread. These threaded replies are planned to function across all chat types and could be available to all users for testing via a future update.

iPhone 17 Pro series tipped to use vapor cooling chamber for improved thermal management

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iPhone 17 Pro series tipped to use vapor cooling chamber for improved thermal management

Apple’s next-generation iPhone 17 Pro models are expected to house an advanced cooling technology, a vapor cooling chamber, which will help to improve the thermal performance of the upcoming A19 Pro chipset.

Realme P3 Ultra 5G design teased ahead of March 19 launch: All the details

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Realme P3 Ultra 5G design teased ahead of March 19 launch: All the details

Realme P3 Ultra 5G is set to go official on March 19, and the company has now revealed that the smartphone will feature a glow-in-the-dark Lunar Design. It will also be the world's first smartphone powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultra chipset.

OnePlus Pad 2 Pro key specifications leaked, tipped for mid-2025 launch: All the details

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OnePlus Pad 2 Pro key specifications leaked, tipped for mid-2025 launch: All the details

The OnePlus Pad 2 Pro, which will succeed the OnePlus Pad 2, will likely include significant upgrades like a larger 13.2-inch display, Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, and a bigger 10,000mAh battery with support for 67W or 80W charging.

Xiaomi 15T series codenames revealed via HyperOS 2.1 code, expected to launch in the coming months

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Xiaomi 15T series codenames revealed via HyperOS 2.1 code, expected to launch in the coming months

After showcasing the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra globally, the brand is expected to unveil the Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro this year. References to these smartphones have been spotted in the latest HyperOS 2.1 code and both could be powered by MediaTek chipsets.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max expected to get a major material change

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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max expected to get a major material change

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, which is expected to launch this year, could feature a redesigned aluminum frame, a larger camera island, and the A19 Pro chipset. The company is also expected to introduce iPhone 17 Air with a slimmer design.

iQoo Neo 10R with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC, 6400 mAh battery launched in India: Price, specifications, and more

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iQoo Neo 10R with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC, 6400 mAh battery launched in India: Price, specifications, and more

The iQoo Neo 10R smartphone has a starting price of Rs 26,999 and comes with a 6.78-inch 1.5K flat AMOLED display with support for 144Hz refresh rate. Further, the phone houses a 6,400mAh battery with support for 80W charging.

Apple’s smart home hub delayed, here's why

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Apple’s smart home hub delayed, here's why

Apple has reportedly delayed the launch of its rumoured smart home hub, which was initially anticipated to debut this month, due to struggles with advanced Siri development, which will include advanced AI capabilities via Apple Intelligence.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge expected price, specs and other details leaked ahead of launch

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge expected price, specs and other details leaked ahead of launch

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, which will likely be unveiled in April 2025, is expected to be priced similarly to the S25+, placing it at around the $1,000 price mark. Moreover, it is expected to be powered with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, like other S25 models.

Realme Narzo 80 series expected to launch in India soon: All the details

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Realme Narzo 80 series expected to launch in India soon: All the details

According to a new report, Realme is gearing up to launch the Narzo 80 series in India soon. This will include the Realme Narzo 80X, Narzo 80 Pro, and Narzo 80 Ultra, and we can expect all the devices to launch by April 2025.

OpenAI could reportedly charge up to $20,000 monthly for AI agents with expert-level intelligence

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OpenAI could reportedly charge up to $20,000 monthly for AI agents with expert-level intelligence

OpenAI is reportedly planning to launch three AI agents, each tailored for specific domains, with subscription fees from $2,000 to $20,000 monthly. Moreover, these chatbots will be designed to execute specialised tasks related to software engineering and research.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro likely to miss refreshed C1 modem with mmWave boost

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Apple iPhone 17 Pro likely to miss refreshed C1 modem with mmWave boost

An upgraded version of Apple's in-house C1 modem is said to be in development, which adds a key functionality missing from the current modem version, and it could enter mass production by next year.

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