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Opera’s AI-powered browser operator can make purchases and book trips

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Opera’s AI-powered browser operator can make purchases and book trips

The team behind the Opera web browser has introduced an AI agent at the ongoing MWC 2025 that promises to complete online tasks based on simple written prompts on your behalf. This feature will automate repetitive daily tasks, saving users time and effort.

Noise ColorFit Pro 6 Max review: Durable build with long battery life

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Noise ColorFit Pro 6 Max review: Durable build with long battery life

Noise recently launched the Noise ColorFit Pro 6 Max in India, its most premium offering featuring a large AMOLED display, built-in GPS, AI-powered customizations, and various health tracking features. But how does this device perform in a crowded smartwatch market?

Honor unveils three-step Alpha Plan with improved vision towards AGI: All the details

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Honor unveils three-step Alpha Plan with improved vision towards AGI: All the details

Honor’s Alpha Plan is a three-step strategy to transition the company from a smartphone maker to a global leader as an AI device company. The Chinese brand will invest $10 billion to develop an AI-powered ecosystem in partnership with global collaborators.

Apple iPhone 17e rumoured to launch same time next year as iPhone 16e

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Apple iPhone 17e rumoured to launch same time next year as iPhone 16e

After recently launching the iPhone 16e, Apple could announce its successor at a similar timeline next year. Further, the iPhone 17e could borrow some hardware specifications from the upcoming iPhone 17, similar to the iPhone 16e.

Qualcomm to showcase 6G innovations with AI at MWC 2025

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Qualcomm to showcase 6G innovations with AI at MWC 2025

Qualcomm is planning to standardize 6G connectivity technology by the end of this year, with several of the innovations set to be showcased at the upcoming MWC 2025 in Barcelona. The chipmaker is also heavily investing in AI by integrating it into various network layers and devices.

Google Pixel phones gets a dedicated page on the website

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Google Pixel phones gets a dedicated page on the website

Google has unveiled a new ‘Your Devices’ page on its Store for Pixel and Nest owners to manage their devices. This page will allow Google smartphone and Nest users to check warranty status, view device information, location information, repair status, and more.

MWC 2025: What to expect from the biggest annual tech conference of this year

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MWC 2025: What to expect from the biggest annual tech conference of this year

Mobile World Congress kicks off this month, and some of the biggest smartphone makers will unveil their innovations, which includes AI, phones, concept devices, and other electronic products.

Tecno to showcase Spark Slim, its slimmest smartphone, with 5.75mm thickness at MWC 2025

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Tecno to showcase Spark Slim, its slimmest smartphone, with 5.75mm thickness at MWC 2025

Tecno has showcased Spark Slim concept smartphone at the MWC 2025 next week, which has an ultra-thin concept while also packing a 5,200mAh battery.

Apple’s Find My Network exploit enables silent tracking from any Bluetooth device

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Apple’s Find My Network exploit enables silent tracking from any Bluetooth device

Apple’s Find My Network lets users easily track the location of their iPhones, Macs, and other possessions using an AirTag. However, researchers have found a flaw in this location-tracking service, which allows hackers to silently pry the location through any Bluetooth-enabled device.

Infinix showcases concept smartphone with triple-folding design ahead of MWC 2025

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Infinix showcases concept smartphone with triple-folding design ahead of MWC 2025

Infinix has showcased the ZERO Series Mini Tri-Fold smartphone, which is a concept device designed with a triple-folding mechanism and includes dual hinges. This innovative design allows it to transform into different forms for various uses and expand into a larger screen.

Microsoft launches Copilot app for Mac: How to download, eligible devices, features and more

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Microsoft launches Copilot app for Mac: How to download, eligible devices, features and more

Microsoft has officially launched a Copilot app for macOS, which is now available for free from the Mac App Store. With this release, Mac users can now access Copilot’s multiple AI capabilities, including text generation, image creation, and other features within a single app.

Samsung OneUI 7 update timeline: This is when your Galaxy smartphone is expected to get Android 15

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Samsung OneUI 7 update timeline: This is when your Galaxy smartphone is expected to get Android 15

Samsung’s latest One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, officially made its debut in January with the Galaxy S25 series. Now the wait for older Samsung Galaxy phones is finally over as the company is all set to release this highly anticipated update starting in mid-April 2025.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 expected to launch this year with major upgrades: All the details

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 expected to launch this year with major upgrades: All the details

Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to arrive later this year with major upgrades, including hypertension detection, a brighter display, and satellite connectivity. Moreover, rumours suggest that it will adopt the LTPO3 OLED Retina display for smoother animations.

Amazon to announce AI-powered Alexa and new Echo speakers at today's event: Here’s what we know

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Amazon to announce AI-powered Alexa and new Echo speakers at today's event: Here’s what we know

Amazon’s popular voice assistant, Alexa, is expected to get a major AI upgrade for Amazon soon, which would help in more natural conversations with the voice assistant, with improved contextual awareness. The company is also expected to introduce new Echo speakers.

Realme 14 Pro global debut confirmed at MWC 2025, ‘Ultra’ smartphone reportedly teased

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Realme 14 Pro global debut confirmed at MWC 2025, ‘Ultra’ smartphone reportedly teased

Realme has confirmed the global launch of its 14 Pro series at the upcoming MWC 2025 in Barcelona. Moreover, the Chinese company has teased the launch of an ‘Ultra’ smartphone with a big camera sensor with this launch.

Qualcomm and Google partner to offer up to 8 years of Android updates

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Qualcomm and Google partner to offer up to 8 years of Android updates

Qualcomm has collaborated with Google to announce a new program that enables support for up to eight years of software and security updates on devices powered by the company’s flagship chipsets.

Microsoft’s Bing tests AI-powered ‘Copilot Search’ mode similar to enhance search results

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Microsoft’s Bing tests AI-powered ‘Copilot Search’ mode similar to enhance search results

This AI-powered tool summarises search results and provides links to relevant web pages, displaying the steps taken to generate that response.

Refurbished smartphone sales grew by 5% in 2024; Apple maintains its top position

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Refurbished smartphone sales grew by 5% in 2024; Apple maintains its top position

A new smartphone analytical report by Counterpoint Research states that global refurbished smartphone sales grew by 5% YoY in 2024. Moreover, Apple almost single-handedly saw major growth in this segment

Apple may soon add Google's Gemini to Apple Intelligence

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Apple may soon add Google's Gemini to Apple Intelligence

A recent leak has revealed that Apple is close to integrating Google’s Gemini AI model alongside ChatGPT for Apple Intelligence. This collaboration is expected to integrate Gemini AI into Apple's Writing Tools and Siri after ChatGPT’s collaboration.

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra renders leak online: Here's what is new this time

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Motorola Razr 60 Ultra renders leak online: Here's what is new this time

After launching the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra/ Razr 2024+ globally in 2024, Motorola is expected to unveil the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra/Razr 2025+ officially soon. New renders of the smartphone in the Rio Red colour option have also been leaked.

Boat's new tracker is AirTag for Android, here's all the features it offers

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Boat's new tracker is AirTag for Android, here's all the features it offers

Boat has expanded its smart device portfolio in India with the introduction of the Boat TAG, a BLE tracker designed for Android users. This device helps locate misplaced items using Google’s Find My Device Network and will be available for Rs 1299.

Samsung Galaxy M16 5G and M06 5G design and other details teased: Launch details and more

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Samsung Galaxy M16 5G and M06 5G design and other details teased: Launch details and more

Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy M16 5G and Galaxy M06 5G in India, and the company has already placed a landing page on Amazon. Both phones also appeared on Geekbench recently and are expected to run Android 15 with One UI 7 skin on top.

Europe’s smartphone grows by 5% in 2024, Samsung retains top spot: Report

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Europe’s smartphone grows by 5% in 2024, Samsung retains top spot: Report

Canalys has published its latest smartphone sales report for the European region (excluding Russia), which reveals that the segment grew by 5% in 2024, marking the first growth year following four consecutive years of declines.

GTA V on PC to get next-gen updates similar to PS5 and Xbox enhancements

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GTA V on PC to get next-gen updates similar to PS5 and Xbox enhancements

Grand Theft Auto V will receive a free upgrade next month from Rockstar, bringing a host of technical enhancements and improved graphical quality for PC users. Moreover, this upgrade will also bring access to GTA+ membership.

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