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Flipkart GOAT Sale 2025: Check out amazing deals on Nothing and CMF smartphones, audio products, and more

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Flipkart GOAT Sale 2025: Check out amazing deals on Nothing and CMF smartphones, audio products, and more

Nothing and its budget sub-brand CMF have announced various discounts on their smartphones, audio products, and accessories during the Flipkart Goat Sale, which will go live on July 12 and end on July 17.

Samsung Days Sale 2025: Massive discounts available on smartphones, laptops, TVs, and more

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Samsung Days Sale 2025: Massive discounts available on smartphones, laptops, TVs, and more

Samsung India has announced the Samsung Days Sale, which starts from July 12 and will conclude on July 18. Prospective buyers can find direct discounts, bank offers, no-cost EMI payment, and freebies with select products.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: Which one should you buy?

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: Which one should you buy?

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE are the latest clamshell foldables from Samsung with dual screens and impressive hardware. But which one of these suits you best? Here are seven key differences to help you determine.

Vivo T4R 5G expected to launch in India soon, to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC

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Vivo T4R 5G expected to launch in India soon, to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7400 SoC

Vivo is set to expand its T4 lineup in India, with the introduction of the Vivo T4R 5G. It is expected to be the brand's first phone with an ‘R’ moniker and reportedly run on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset.

Sony introduces limited edition Ghost of Yotei PS5 bundles inspired by Japanese art

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Sony introduces limited edition Ghost of Yotei PS5 bundles inspired by Japanese art

Sony is set to unveil limited edition PlayStation 5 bundles globally to celebrate the release of Ghost of Yotei, which will be available from October 2. These console bundles feature two colour options for gamers to choose from, including a digital full game voucher.

YouTube prepares to crack down on mass-produced AI-generated videos with new rules starting July 15

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YouTube prepares to crack down on mass-produced AI-generated videos with new rules starting July 15

YouTube is updating its monetisation policies from July 15 for mass-produced, inauthentic, or low-effort AI-generated content. This requires creators to upload original and authentic content, or risk losing revenue from the YouTube Partner Programme.

Next Apple Vision Pro with M4 chip and AI upgrade likely to launch this year: Report

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Next Apple Vision Pro with M4 chip and AI upgrade likely to launch this year: Report

Apple is tipped to introduce the next-generation Vision Pro mixed reality headset this year. It is reported to come with several upgrades, including a faster processor, improved components that support artificial intelligence (AI) tasks, and a more comfortable strap.

iPhone 17 Air tipped to come with a ‘Pro’ chipset but one minor limitation

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iPhone 17 Air tipped to come with a ‘Pro’ chipset but one minor limitation

This year, the iPhone 17 Air will be a new entry to Apple’s lineup, with an ultra-slim design. While prior reports indicated it would have a lot in common with the base iPhone 17, including the chipset, new rumors indicate it to be a lot closer to the Pro models.

Apple’s next Pencil might let you draw in the air or on any surface

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Apple’s next Pencil might let you draw in the air or on any surface

An advanced technology for the Apple Pencil has been spotted in a patent document that doesn't need a screen to function. This could allow users to sketch or write with a trackball tip and optical sensors, enabling them to create content on any surface.

Google Pixel 10 prototype with telephoto sensor and Tensor G5 SoC spotted on Chinese auction site

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Google Pixel 10 prototype with telephoto sensor and Tensor G5 SoC spotted on Chinese auction site

Multiple photos of an alleged prototype of the Pixel 10 were listed on a Chinese auction site, revealing its design alongside its chipset details. It also showcases the camera module of the device, which hints at a triple rear camera setup for the first time in a base Pixel smartphone.

Vivo V60 spotted on SIRIM and TUV certification websites, tipped to launch soon

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Vivo V60 spotted on SIRIM and TUV certification websites, tipped to launch soon

Vivo V60 has now been certified by multiple regulatory platforms, hinting at its imminent launch. It is expected to arrive as a successor to the Vivo V50 and might have support for 90W fast charging.

Boat introduces Nirvana Ivy Pro and Zenith Pro TWS earbuds in India: Price, features

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Boat introduces Nirvana Ivy Pro and Zenith Pro TWS earbuds in India: Price, features

The Boat Nirvana Pro series is created in collaboration with Sound Council, a team of global audio experts. Further, the Nirvana Zenith Pro and Ivy Pro promise up to 200 minutes of playback with just 15 minutes of charging and have a starting price of Rs 2,999.

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok forced to delete posts praising Hitler: All the details

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Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok forced to delete posts praising Hitler: All the details

AI chatbot Grok, which is produced by Elon Musk’s xAI, posted offensive racist remarks on X, including praising Hitler and making antisemitic statements. This sparked a global outrage, and the chatbot later removed these remarks, saying its posts were an ‘epic sarcasm fail.’

Motorola introduces Moto G96 5G with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, 144Hz display: Price, specs, and more

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Motorola introduces Moto G96 5G with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, 144Hz display: Price, specs, and more

The Moto G96 5G comes with a 5,500 mAh battery that supports 33W wired TurboPower charging. Moreover, the device is powered by Qualcomm's octa-core Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset coupled with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage.

Apple rolls out iOS 26 Beta 3 with UI changes, colorful wallpaper options, and more

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Apple rolls out iOS 26 Beta 3 with UI changes, colorful wallpaper options, and more

Apple has introduced the iOS 26 Beta 3 update for eligible iPhones with further tweaks to the Liquid Glass design. It also comes with a series of bug fixes and offers an expanded array of color options for the new default wallpaper.

Apple urges US appeals court to revoke ban on the Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor

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Apple urges US appeals court to revoke ban on the Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor

Apple is making another attempt to overturn an import ban on Apple Watch models with blood oxygen monitoring capabilities, which forced the company to stop selling certain Watch models in late 2023.

OpenAI tests new ‘Study Together’ feature in ChatGPT: What it is, how it will work, and more

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OpenAI tests new ‘Study Together’ feature in ChatGPT: What it is, how it will work, and more

Some ChatGPT users have spotted a new feature called 'Study Together,' which appears to be designed for collaborative study sessions. It appears to be similar to Google's LearnLM model, where the model will not provide the answer to a query directly, but focuses on teaching it.

AI+ Pulse and Nova 5G smartphones launched in India with a starting price of Rs 4,999: Specs, features, and more

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AI+ Pulse and Nova 5G smartphones launched in India with a starting price of Rs 4,999: Specs, features, and more

NxtQuantum has introduced its AI+ lineup in India, which includes two models, Pulse and Nova 5G. Both handsets are backed by 5,000 mAh batteries, and their operating system is powered by Google Cloud infrastructure.

Infinix Hot 60 5G+ India launch date confirmed, to get a custom One Tap AI Button

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Infinix Hot 60 5G+ India launch date confirmed, to get a custom One Tap AI Button

Infinix Hot 60 5G+ is confirmed to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7020+ SoC and is claimed to offer 90fps gaming. Moreover, it will come with a dedicated One Tap AI Button, which introduces a smarter way to interact with the phone.

PUBG Mobile KR 3.9 update with new Transformers mode now available for download

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PUBG Mobile KR 3.9 update with new Transformers mode now available for download

PUBG Mobile KR 3.9 Update is set to bring Transformers Themed Mode, which will run from July 8 to September 2. This themed event features character designs and mechanics inspired by Optimus Prime and Megatron.

Qualcomm reportedly drops Samsung from Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 production

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Qualcomm reportedly drops Samsung from Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 production

Qualcomm was tipped to be in collaboration with Samsung to manufacture the upcoming 2nm-based Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip. However, a new leak suggests that the company has reportedly called off this collaboration, favouring TMSC instead.

Apple tipped to introduce a new lighter shade with the upcoming iPhone 17 Air

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Apple tipped to introduce a new lighter shade with the upcoming iPhone 17 Air

The iPhone 17 series is likely to include a new Air model, which aims to become the world's thinnest smartphone. A new leak now suggests that the company is using a shade of blue for the smartphone that it has never used before.

Honor X9c with a 6600mAh battery, 108MP primary camera launched in India: Price, specifications

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Honor X9c with a 6600mAh battery, 108MP primary camera launched in India: Price, specifications

Honor has introduced its new midrange smartphone, the Honor X9c, in India. It is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM, and is backed by a 6600mAh silicon-carbon battery with 66W wired fast charging support.

Samsung’s first tri-foldable smartphone leaked via One UI 8 animations: All the details

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Samsung’s first tri-foldable smartphone leaked via One UI 8 animations: All the details

Samsung may have unintentionally revealed the design of its triple-foldable smartphone, as animation files in the latest One UI 8 beta build confirm the smartphone’s folding dual hinge mechanism, with the screens folding inward on both sides.

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