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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman lauds India’s AI adoption, says ‘it’s amazing to watch'

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman lauds India’s AI adoption, says ‘it’s amazing to watch'

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has highlighted India's rapid rise as a global leader in AI adoption and expects the country to become a central player in the AI ecosystem. 

Nintendo Switch 2 set to be unveiled at Direct Event today: Here’s what we can expect

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Nintendo Switch 2 set to be unveiled at Direct Event today: Here’s what we can expect

Nintendo is scheduled to host the Switch 2 Direct event on April 2, where the much-anticipated successor to the original Switch will be officially revealed. Moreover, updates on Mario Kart, Super Mario Odyssey, and other accessories from the company are also anticipated.

Apple Vision Pro gets Apple Intelligence with visionOS 2.4 update

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Apple Vision Pro gets Apple Intelligence with visionOS 2.4 update

Apple has now released visionOS 2.4 with Apple Intelligence features on Apple Vision Pro. This update also brings a new Spatial Gallery app to the Vision Pro and Apple’s Visio Pro native app for iPhone users.

Instagram now lets you fast-forward Reels at 2x speed: Here’s how it works

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Instagram now lets you fast-forward Reels at 2x speed: Here’s how it works

Instagram is introducing a feature to fast-forward reels at double speed by holding down on either edge of the screen. This sort of implementation was previously seen with TikTok and allows for quicker content consumption.

Microsoft Office apps to get a speed boost, which is inspired by Edge: All the details

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Microsoft Office apps to get a speed boost, which is inspired by Edge: All the details

Microsoft is planning to improve the startup speed of its Office apps by introducing an option called ‘Startup Boost.’ While the feature will eventually roll out to all Office apps, Microsoft Word will get it first, starting in May 2025.

CMF by Nothing teases four new products with cryptic Pokémon images: Key details

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CMF by Nothing teases four new products with cryptic Pokémon images: Key details

Nothing’s sub-brand CMF has shared four new Pokémon images on its official social media handles and the community page, hinting at the launch of their upcoming devices. Interestingly, Nothing’s India X page has also teased one of these devices.

Apple and Google could face $850 billion in fines over TikTok ban delay

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Apple and Google could face $850 billion in fines over TikTok ban delay

As a result of TikTok’s ban in the United States on January 19, which was revoked 13 hours later, companies like Apple, Google, and Oracle are facing potential multi-billion-dollar liabilities after they have provided cloud computing services to TikTok.

Samsung Galaxy A26 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A25 5G: How to to affordable phones compare

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Samsung Galaxy A26 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A25 5G: How to to affordable phones compare

This year, Samsung introduced the Galaxy A26 5G, which aims to replace last year’s Samsung Galaxy A25 5G as the new midrange smartphone for the masses. Both these devices also offer a balanced mix of good software and hardware. But which one is better? Read on below to know more.

YouTube is making a 'big' change to YouTube Shorts: What is it and how you'll be affected

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YouTube is making a 'big' change to YouTube Shorts: What is it and how you'll be affected

YouTube is changing the metric of counting views on YouTube Shorts, similar to the view-counting method followed on TikTok and Instagram. This updated view-counting method will come into effect starting March 31.

Realme GT 7 with 7000mAh battery expected to launch soon: All the details

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Realme GT 7 with 7000mAh battery expected to launch soon: All the details

The upcoming Realme GT 7 is expected to launch in China next month. It will reportedly be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor and will likely come with a battery larger than 7,000mAh in capacity.

iQOO Neo 10R review: A solid mid-ranger

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iQOO Neo 10R review: A solid mid-ranger

iOOO Neo 10R is one of the cheapest phones in India to be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, which is one of the fastest processors in the segment. Furthermore, it has a large 6,400 mAh battery. But is it worth your money?

Vivo X Fold 4 launch timeline and key specifications leaked, tipped to come with major design and feature upgrades

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Vivo X Fold 4 launch timeline and key specifications leaked, tipped to come with major design and feature upgrades

Vivo’s next flagship foldable smartphone, the Vivo X Fold 4, is expected to launch in the second half of 2025. Further, the handset is expected to get an IPX8 water-resistant build and will likely support wireless charging.

Nothing Phone 3 launch timeline revealed: Expected specifications, price

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Nothing Phone 3 launch timeline revealed: Expected specifications, price

Nothing Phone 3 is tipped to be the next flagship smartphone from the brand and is expected to debut in the second half of this year. The smartphone is expected to include a slew of AI features, an upgraded camera, and a powerful chipset.

Motorola Edge 60 Fusion India launch date revealed: Expected specifications, features

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Motorola Edge 60 Fusion India launch date revealed: Expected specifications, features

Motorola has confirmed the launch date of its new midrange smartphone, the Edge 60 Fusion, in India. The Lenovo-owned company also revealed the design and several key features of this handset.

Realme Narzo 80 5G Pro tipped to launch in India soon, to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC

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Realme Narzo 80 5G Pro tipped to launch in India soon, to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC

Realme Narzo 80 Pro 5G has been teased via a new Amazon microsite, and it will be the segment’s first phone to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge tipped to launch in April: Expected price, specifications

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge tipped to launch in April: Expected price, specifications

Samsung’s next ultra-slim flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Edge, is rumoured to launch in India and other global markets next month. The handset was initially teased at the Galaxy S25 series launch event and later displayed at MWC 2025 in Barcelona.

Google introduces new AI features for Gemini Live with screen sharing capabilities: Report

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Google introduces new AI features for Gemini Live with screen sharing capabilities: Report

Google has reportedly rolled out Project Astra-powered capabilities to the Gemini Live, which includes screens-sharing capabilities and AI-powered camera. These features will be available to Gemini Advanced subscribers.

Apple faces lawsuit for delayed Apple Intelligence rollout, consumers allege deceptive marketing

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Apple faces lawsuit for delayed Apple Intelligence rollout, consumers allege deceptive marketing

Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in San Jose in response to the company’s recent announcement that its much-anticipated AI upgrades, including an improved version of Siri with Apple Intelligence, will now be delayed until 2026.

Here's when Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone

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Here's when Apple may launch its first foldable iPhone

Apple has been reportedly working on a foldable device for some time now, and a new report suggests that the company will launch a foldable iPhone soon. Moreover, the design language of this foldable handset is said to be identical to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series.

iPhone 17 Pro series design change may feature a massive camera bump

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iPhone 17 Pro series design change may feature a massive camera bump

Leaked images of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max dummy units reveal that these smartphones could come with bigger or protruding camera modules with a rear panel made of a combination of glass and aluminium.

iPhone 18 Pro models expected to get Apple’s second generation 5G modem: Report

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iPhone 18 Pro models expected to get Apple’s second generation 5G modem: Report

The latest iPhone 16e is the first smartphone from Apple to feature an in-house cellular C1 modem. However, according to a new report, the company will pack the upcoming C2 modem with mmWave bandwidth support in the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

Google introduces AI-powered ‘smart search’ feature in Gmail: Here’s how it works

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Google introduces AI-powered ‘smart search’ feature in Gmail: Here’s how it works

Google is rolling out a smarter AI-powered search feature in Gmail to help users find the most relevant emails quickly. This new search tool is currently rolling out for personal Google accounts and is available on both the web and the official Gmail app for Android and iOS.

Vivo V50 Lite 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, 6500mAh battery announced: Price, specifications

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Vivo V50 Lite 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, 6500mAh battery announced: Price, specifications

Vivo has introduced the V50 Lite 5G in select global markets after unveiling the 4G variant a few days ago. The smartphone is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC paired and comes with a large 6,500 mAh battery with 90W fast charging support.

Meta’s Threads rolls out custom feeds, improved video playback, and new reply controls

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Meta’s Threads rolls out custom feeds, improved video playback, and new reply controls

Meta’s social network platform Threads has rolled out several new features that offer improved profile customisation, feed curation, and video playback. The company has also made political content suggestions more personalised to the user.

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