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Poco launches M7 Pro 5G and C75 5G smartphones in India: Price, features and more

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Poco launches M7 Pro 5G and C75 5G smartphones in India: Price, features and more

The Poco C75 5G is currently the most affordable 5G phone in India. On the other hand, the Poco M7 Pro 5G succeeds last year’s M6 Pro 5G and brings several hardware upgrades over it. Both phones run on Android 14-based HyperOS, which offers several customizations.

Huawei Watch GT 5 and GT 5 Pro special festive edition smartwatches launched

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Huawei Watch GT 5 and GT 5 Pro special festive edition smartwatches launched

Huawei has introduced festive editions of its Watch GT 5 and Watch GT 5 Pro smartwatches in Europe. These limited-edition models come in six variants with different strap colours.

Nothing OS 3.0 first beta update released for Phone (1), Phone (2a) Plus: What’s new

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Nothing OS 3.0 first beta update released for Phone (1), Phone (2a) Plus: What’s new

Nothing's latest OS beta update brings Smart Drawer AI, Shared Widgets, and other important features.

Samsung Project Moohan XR headset to use ‘Hey Gemini' voice command

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Samsung Project Moohan XR headset to use ‘Hey Gemini' voice command

Samsung recently unveiled its first extended reality (XR) headset, which is codenamed Project Moohan. It will be the first device to use the ‘Hey Gemini' hotword for voice commands, ditching the traditional ‘Hey Google’ keyword to launch Google Assistant.

Apple’s iOS 19 update could be delayed due to staggered iOS 18 rollout

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Apple’s iOS 19 update could be delayed due to staggered iOS 18 rollout

Apple reportedly faces an unusual backlog in developing the iOS 18 update, including the rollout of multiple Apple Intelligence (AI) features.

YouTube updates auto dubbing feature with supports Hindi, English, and six other languages

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YouTube updates auto dubbing feature with supports Hindi, English, and six other languages

YouTube’s popular auto-dubbing feature now supports multiple languages, making it easier for creators to reach audiences from various countries by automatically translating speech from videos. It further aims to enhance global accessibility for viewers.

Realme Neo 7 with MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC, 7000 mAh battery launched: All the details

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Realme Neo 7 with MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ SoC, 7000 mAh battery launched: All the details

Realme has launched its latest smartphone in its Neo series, the Neo 7 in China. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor and has a starting price of CNY 2099.

Elon Musk proposes ‘Galileo test’ for safer AI systems: What is it and other details

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Elon Musk proposes ‘Galileo test’ for safer AI systems: What is it and other details

Elon Musk recently proposed the ‘Galileo test’ to test whether artificial intelligence (AI) systems would be safer in the future or if they will hurt humanity. Will it work?

WhatsApp will soon let users forward messages and media to Meta AI, here’s how it works

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WhatsApp will soon let users forward messages and media to Meta AI, here’s how it works

WhatsApp is working towards making the platform more useful for its users by allowing users to forward their messages and media, including photos and videos, to Meta AI.

Google Maps starts collecting dash cam footage to fix inaccurate speed limits: All the details

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Google Maps starts collecting dash cam footage to fix inaccurate speed limits: All the details

Google Maps has recently started collecting dash cam videos from select partners in the United Kingdom for road data updates. This gives more accuracy against the speed limits currently shown to drivers within turn-by-turn navigation.

After Australia, Sweden plans to ‘ban’ social media usage for teens: All the details

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After Australia, Sweden plans to ‘ban’ social media usage for teens: All the details

Swedish ministers are considering imposing age restrictions on social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, given the rising cases of gangs recruiting young people for violent crimes.

OnePlus 13 with Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC appears on Geekbench ahead of global launch next month

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OnePlus 13 with Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC appears on Geekbench ahead of global launch next month

The OnePlus 13 global model has generated scores of 2,998 in single-core and 9,170 in multi-core tests on Geekbench. Further, the listing confirms the presence of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite processor along with 16GB of RAM.

Vivo X200 and X200 Pro with MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC, 200MP Zeiss camera setup launched, price starts at Rs 64,999

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Vivo X200 and X200 Pro with MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC, 200MP Zeiss camera setup launched, price starts at Rs 64,999

The Vivo X200 series is the flagship lineup of the brand, and it has a starting price of Rs 65,999. Both smartphones are powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 processor and will be available for sale starting December 19.

Realme 14x 5G confirmed to launch in India on December 18: Here’s what we know so far

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Realme 14x 5G confirmed to launch in India on December 18: Here’s what we know so far

Realme has officially confirmed the arrival of the Realme 14x 5G in India on December 18. It will be available on Flipkart and Realme’s native website. The device has a flat-frame design and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Diljit Dosanjh, Friends, Neeraj Chopra and more: What India double-tapped on Instagram in 2024

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Diljit Dosanjh, Friends, Neeraj Chopra and more: What India double-tapped on Instagram in 2024

Instagram has revealed some of the top trends and reels for the year 2024. The social media platform also shared the songs which gathered most views.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 tipped to come with blood pressure monitoring and satellite texting: All the details

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 tipped to come with blood pressure monitoring and satellite texting: All the details

Apple’s next-in-line flagship smartwatch, the Watch Ultra 3, is expected to add support for sending texts via satellite and introduce a blood pressure monitoring feature.

Google Maps expands free usage limit for Indian developers

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Google Maps expands free usage limit for Indian developers

Google has introduced significant changes to its Maps platform by creating more comprehensive and user-friendly applications. Starting March 1, 2025, developers will have free access to Maps, Routes, and other Maps products with a monthly limit.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 vs Redmi Note 14 Pro vs Redmi Note 14 Pro+: How do these Redmi smartphones compare

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 vs Redmi Note 14 Pro vs Redmi Note 14 Pro+: How do these Redmi smartphones compare

Xiaomi has launched its much-anticipated Note 14 series in India, which includes Redmi Note 14, Note 14 Pro, and Note 14 Pro+. We now compare all these three smartphones.

Google Docs gets ‘Help me create’ documents creation feature powered by Gemini: Here’s how it works

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Google Docs gets ‘Help me create’ documents creation feature powered by Gemini: Here’s how it works

Google is testing a new Gemini-powered ‘Help me create’ feature in Google Docs that lets users generate fully formatted documents by attaching Workspace files from their Drive account.

Apple’s Vision Pro might get PlayStation VR controller support soon: All the details

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Apple’s Vision Pro might get PlayStation VR controller support soon: All the details

Apple and Sony are reportedly planning to add support for PlayStation VR controllers on the Vision Pro headset. This could make the mixed-reality headset more attractive for gamers and game developers.

Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2 launched in India: Price, specifications, and more

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Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2 launched in India: Price, specifications, and more

Tecno has launched two new foldable smartphone models, the Phantom V Fold 2 and Phantom V Flip 2, in India today. The Phantom V2 series has a starting price of Rs 34,999 and will go on sale beginning December 13.

Apple to reportedly launch iPad Pro with M5 chip next year: All the details

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Apple to reportedly launch iPad Pro with M5 chip next year: All the details

The next iPad Pro, which will be powered by the upcoming M5 chipset, is expected to launch in the fall of 2025. Further, mass production of the upcoming iPad Pro will begin in the second half of 2025

12 Days of OpenAI event: ChatGPT Pro, new AI features and more announced

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12 Days of OpenAI event: ChatGPT Pro, new AI features and more announced

OpenAI will host a 12-day livestream event starting on December 5. During the event, the artificial intelligence company plans to announce new AI tools, features, updates, and other cutting-edge developments.

OnePlus India to invest Rs 6,000 crore under Project Starlight: What is it and what’s there in it for users

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OnePlus India to invest Rs 6,000 crore under Project Starlight: What is it and what’s there in it for users

OnePlus has announced a new initiative dubbed Project Starlight, where the Chinese smartphone maker will invest Rs 6,000 crore in India over the next three years to improve customer service and the durability of its devices.

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