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Google Messages app gets a redesign, new camera features and more
Google’s default Messages app is now working on a redesigned user interface (UI) for sending media files over Rich Communication Services (RCS) by merging the live camera viewfinder with the gallery app on the device.
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Google may launch one more Pixel Tablet before exiting the category
Google has reportedly canceled the development of the Pixel Tablet 2 owing to lower sales. However, the Pixel Tablet 3 could still very well be a possibility,
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Oppo Pad 3 Pro and Enco X3i wireless earbuds launched globally: Specifications, features, and more
The Oppo Pad 3 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC and a 12.1-inch 144Hz display. The Oppo Enco X3i comes with Bluetooth 5.3 and supports spatial audio.
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OpenAI may develop an in-house browser to take on Google Chrome
OpenAI is reportedly planning to develop a web browser that will work seamlessly with its chatbot, ChatGPT, and provide advanced AI features.
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Apple is set to delete the iCloud backup data for these iPhone users, here's why
Starting from December 18, 2024, devices running iOS 9 or older versions will no longer be able to access iCloud for backups. Apple has also informed that existing backups will also become inaccessible and will be deleted if users do not update their iPhones.
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Google’s Gemini AI now gets ChatGPT’s memory-like feature, here’s how it works
Google has now updated Gemini with a memory feature that enables personalised interactions and important details to provide users with added efficiency. It lets you share details about yourself and that information provides custom-curated answers.
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Vivo Y300 with Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, 5000mAh battery launched in India: Price, specifications, and more
The Vivo Y300 comes with a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate support. Further, it packs a 5000mAh battery with 80W fast charging support and has a starting price of Rs 21,999.
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Reddit suffers outage for several hours with ‘Upstream connect error’ message
Reddit experienced a site-wide outage on Wednesday, November 20th, as most users complained about problems connecting to the online forum.
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Google releases Android 16 for developers, here are all the new features
Google has now released the first Android 16 Developer Preview update, which comes after a month of the public release of Android 15. It is currently aimed at developers and is compatible with all Pixel 6 and later smartphones.
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iQoo 13 with Snapdragon 8 Elite set to launch on December 3 in India: All the details
The iQoo 13 is the latest flagship smartphone from iQoo and will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC.
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Redmi A4 5G with Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 SoC, 5160 mAh battery launched in India: Price, specs and more
The Redmi A4 5G is Xiaomi's latest budget smartphone, and its starting price is Rs 8,499. It has a premium halo glass back design and a large 5,160 mAh battery with 18W charging support.
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Google may merge ChromeOS with Android to compete with the iPad: Report
Google is reportedly planning to migrate its ChromeOS entirely to Android, potentially killing off Chrome OS and penetrating into the tablet market to compete with Apple’s iPad.
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Google rolls out ‘Screen Time Reminders’ to remind you of your increased phone usage: Here’s how it works
Google is introducing a new Digital Wellbeing feature known as ‘Screen Time Reminders’ to help you cut down on doomscrolling or excess usage of a smartphone.
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Google Pixel Tablet 2 key features tipped, expected to get an improved chipset and camera
Google is set to launch the successor to the Pixel Tablet next year with keyboard and stylus support. It is expected to be powered by the Google Tensor G4 SoC and may run on Android 15 or Android 16 out-of-the-box.
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Kim Kardashian beats Tesla’s humanoid robot in a game of rock-paper-scissors
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian posted a series of Instagram stories challenging Tesla’s robot, Optimus, to engage in a playful rock-paper-scissors game showcasing its ability to mimic human gestures and emotions.
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Bluesky faces spam and bot ‘problem’ as new users sign up
BlueSky has added millions of new users after the US presidential election and has now received more than 42,000 moderation reports in a day about inappropriate postings. The social media platform has also added email verification for new signups.
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Apple expected to launch AirTag 2 next year: Likely to come with better chip and privacy improvements
The next generation of AirTag could have improved range, a new wireless chip, and enhanced privacy. This new AirTag model, codenamed B589, will have a similar design.
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Qubo Q600 and Q1000 smart air purifiers with voice assistant support launched in India
Qubo, the Hero-owned smart-home devices brand, has introduced two new air purifiers, the Q600 and Q1000, in India. These purifiers feature BLDC motors, support smart connectivity via Google Assistant and Alexa, and have a four-layer filtration system.
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Xiaomi to start rolling out HyperOS 2 to its smartphones later this month
Last month, Xiaomi released its latest operating system, Hyper OS 2, alongside the Xiaomi 15 series in China. The company has now revealed the roadmap for the global release of this update, which is based on Android 15.
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Meta’s planning to bring ads on Threads, starting from January 2025: Report
Meta Platforms plans to roll out advertisements on its social media app Threads, with a small number of advertisers likely to join at launch. The change could be visible by early next year.
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Google introduces live call spam, malicious app detection features on Pixel phones
Google is bringing a real-time scam-detection feature to its Phone app for Pixel 6 onwards users. This feature uses on-device AI and aims to protect users from phone call-based scams and prevent them from installing malicious apps.
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Bluesky adds more than a million users after the US presidential election, crosses the 15 million mark
Bluesky has seen a huge surge in new users after the US presidential elections last week. This is mainly attributed to Elon Musk’s reaffirmed support for President-elect Donald Trump,
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WhatsApp users face a green screen bug causing the app to crash: All the details
Some WhatsApp beta users are experiencing a green screen bug, which is preventing them from using the app. The issue affects only the latest beta version; a fix is expected soon.
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Vivo Y300 5G confirmed to launch in India soon, rear design teased
The Vivo Y300 5G will feature a titanium-inspired design with a vertically aligned camera layout at the back. It is expected to launch in India at the end of this month.
