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Google Chrome introduces performance control features to offer better tab management: Key details
Google Chrome’s Performance Detection and Memory Saver tools will bring attention to tabs wasting resources of your device and optimise the browser for better memory management.
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OpenAI now allows you to search through your ChatGPT history: All the details
OpenAI has introduced a new way to search through previous chat history on the ChatGPT web app. This new feature allows users to read all your old chats with the help of a new magnifying glass icon.
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Meta may be working on an AI-powered search engine to rival Google and Microsoft
Facebook’s parent company Meta is planning to develop its AI-powered search engine to reduce its dependence on Google or Microsoft’s Bing search engines. It has been reportedly in development in recent months.
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Google introduces AI-powered writing tools on the Gmail web interface: All the details
Google is expanding its generative AI-powered features for Gmail, such as ‘Help me write’ and ‘Polish’ shortcuts on the web after they were introduced in the mobile app a couple of months ago.
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Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor launched in China
Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro smartphones in China. Both of these devices are the first ones globally to be powered by Qualcomm’s latest flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Elite.
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Realme GT 7 Pro key specifications revealed ahead of India launch next month: All the details
Realme is gearing up to launch its next flagship smartphone, the GT 7 Pro, in China on November 4, with an Indian launch in the coming weeks. It is confirmed to be the first smartphone to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC in India.
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This is why Instagram is reducing the quality of these video posts
Instagram’s CEO Adam Mosseri has confirmed that the platform now prioritises higher video-quality content for videos with more engagement, while less popular videos get shown in lower quality.
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Xiaomi 15 Pro confirmed to come with a 6100 mAh battery, periscope telephoto camera: All the details
The Xiaomi 15 Pro is scheduled to launch this week in China. It is expected to bring significant upgrades in display, camera, and processing power over the Xiaomi 14 Pro.
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Google Photos introduces an ‘AI Info’ label to reveal if an image has been edited with AI: Key details
Google Photos has introduced a new feature that will label images modified using AI tools and showcase disclosure notes. This move is part of identifying AI edits in compliance with the International Press Telecommunications Council.
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Indus Battle Royale Mobile review: This BGMI-rival can do better
After more than two years of beta testing, SuperGaming, the homegrown gaming company, has launched its first battle royale game, Indus. It features advanced graphics and multiple weapons and draws inspiration from Apex Legends. Let us look at the detailed review of the game below.
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Apple likely to launch MacBook Air with M4 chip next year
Apple plans to release the new M4 MacBook Pro models with the M4 chipset next week in the global markets. Further, we can expect the release of the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models with the same chipset in early 2025.
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Xiaomi 15 series to launch on October 29 in China, official images reveal design and camera system
Xiaomi is set to launch its highly anticipated Xiaomi 15 series in China next week. The series will include the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro and will be the first smartphones to come with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC in global markets.
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Google will now tell users if an image has been generated using AI, here's how
Google has announced the open-source availability of SynthID text watermarking technology, which lets developers watermark and detect text, images, audio, and video generated through AI models.
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Apple and Goldman Sachs fined $89 million for Apple card failures, mismanaged customer accounts and more
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has fined Apple and financial institution Goldman Sachs a total of $89 million for illegally mishandling credit card transactions and misleading purchasers about interest-free payment options.
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WhatsApp will soon let you create and share custom sticker packs: Here’s how it will work
WhatsApp is introducing a custom sticker pack feature that can also be shared with other users so that they can import these stickers on their devices. It will further organize your stickers into groups instead of the ‘Favourites’ section.
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Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition with Galaxy S24's 200MP camera
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition has some minor upgrades over the Z Fold 6 and is available in select markets currently. It will be available from October 25.
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Realme GT7 Pro: This is when Realme is launching its most powerful smartphone in India
The Realme GT 7 Pro is scheduled to launch in China this month. The company has now revealed its India launch timeline and it will be the first phone to be powered by the latest flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip in India.
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iQoo 13 India launch teased by the company head, confirmed to get a 6,150mAh battery
iQoo’s next flagship smartphone, the iQOO 13, will launch in India soon after the China launch on October 30. It will house a massive 6,150mAh battery and support 120W of ultra-fast charging
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iPhone 16 series users reportedly facing battery drain issues with the latest iOS 18 update: All the details
Apple iPhone 16 series, which launched a month ago, has now seen multiple complaints suggesting drastic drops in battery life in comparison to the older models. Many users are expecting that an upcoming software update might fix these issues.
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Vivo V40e review: Sleek design, balanced performance
Vivo V40e comes as the most affordable smartphone under the V40 series. the handset is aimed at offers a competitive set of features at an affordable price. We reviewed it and here's what we think
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could come in these four colour options
Samsung is gearing up to launch its next flagship smartphone, the S25 Ultra, at the start of next year. A new leak has revealed that the smartphone will be available in four different colour shades.
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Honeywell Trueno U4000 Soundbar review: Punchy sound, thumpy bass
The Honeywell Trueno U4000 Soundbar is the more affordable option from Honeywell’s new wired subwoofer soundbar series. It has a maximum output of 240W and even provides Dynamic 3D surround sound. But it has its drawbacks and problems as well. Here's our in-depth review.
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Google records its highest smartphone quarterly sales in Q3, 2024
The global smartphone market grew by 2% in Q3 2024 as Google, with its Pixel smartphones, recorded its highest-ever quarterly volumes. Apple also overtook Samsung as the biggest smartphone brand, helped by the early launch of the iPhone 16 series.
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Elon Musk’s X updates privacy policy to train AI models on your posts
X, the microblogging social media platform, is now updating its privacy policy to allow the sharing of data with third-party ‘collaborators’ for the purpose of training artificial intelligence models.
