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Apple is working on a new fabric watch band with built-in health sensor

TECHNOLOGY

Apple is working on a new fabric watch band with built-in health sensor

Apple has filed several new patents named ‘Fabric-based items with stretchable bands,’ with one of them revealing a stretchable, fabric-based band, which could make Apple Watch capable of monitoring blood pressure, blood sugar, and more.

Google Messages to soon get this WhatsApp feature

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Google Messages to soon get this WhatsApp feature

Google Messages, the default messaging app on Android devices, could soon introduce an HD and HD+ icon on its interface, which would allow users to send images without any compression or loss in detail.

Apple’s latest Find My update now lets you share the location of lost items: Here’s how it works

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Apple’s latest Find My update now lets you share the location of lost items: Here’s how it works

With the latest iOS 18.2 beta update, Apple has now introduced a new ‘Share Item Location’ feature to its Find My app that lets you send out a link to anyone with the tracking details of an Apple device, that you may have lost.

WhatsApp to soon allow users to search if the received image is real or not

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WhatsApp to soon allow users to search if the received image is real or not

Oppo Reno 13 series tipped to launch in China in this month: Expected specifications, features

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Oppo Reno 13 series tipped to launch in China in this month: Expected specifications, features

After launching the Find X8 series in China, Oppo is expected to unveil the Reno 13 series soon. It will likely include the base Oppo Reno 13 and the Oppo Reno 13 Pro with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging speeds.

Apple’s budget Vision Pro may have been delayed till 2027

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Apple’s budget Vision Pro may have been delayed till 2027

Apple’s plans to release a more affordable Vision Pro headset may be further down the road as the tech giant has reportedly postponed the announcement of the budget Apple Vision Pro beyond 2027

Nothing could build its own operating system like Android, hints CEO Carl Pei

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Nothing could build its own operating system like Android, hints CEO Carl Pei

Nothing’s CEO and founder, Carl Pei, has hinted that Nothing could become the next smartphone brand after Huawei to develop its own operating system to replace and challenge the dominance of Google and Apple.

Pakistan-linked hackers are using Google Drive, Telegram and Slack to target Indian entities, claims report

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Pakistan-linked hackers are using Google Drive, Telegram and Slack to target Indian entities, claims report

Transparent Tribe, or APT36, is a highly sophisticated Pakistani APT group that is known to target Indian-associated entities. Check Point Research has now tracked its ElizaRAT malware evolution since the public disclosure in September 2023.

Apple’s 2026 MacBook Pro tipped to come with an OLED display and a newer design: Key details

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Apple’s 2026 MacBook Pro tipped to come with an OLED display and a newer design: Key details

Apple recently launched the M4-powered MacBook, and rumours now suggest that future MacBook Pro models are expected to offer OLED screens and a sleeker design.

Realme GT 7 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor to launch soon in India: Date, expected features and more

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Realme GT 7 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor to launch soon in India: Date, expected features and more

The Realme GT 7 Pro will be the first smartphone in India to feature Qualcomm's latest flagship chip, the Snapdragon 8 Elite. It will launch in China on November 4.

Xiaomi unveils Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro with 11.2-inch 144Hz displays and powerful performance: Price, specs

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Xiaomi unveils Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro with 11.2-inch 144Hz displays and powerful performance: Price, specs

The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, while the Pad 7 is backed by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC. Both tablets ship with Xiaomi's HyperOS 2 OS.

iQOO 13 with Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, 6150mAh battery launched: Price, specs, and more

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iQOO 13 with Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, 6150mAh battery launched: Price, specs, and more

The iQOO 13 comes with a large 6150mAh battery with 120W fast charging support. It is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and will be unveiled in India soon.

Google Chrome introduces performance control features to offer better tab management: Key details

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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.

OpenAI now allows you to search through your ChatGPT history: All the details

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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.

Meta may be working on an AI-powered search engine to rival Google and Microsoft

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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.

Google introduces AI-powered writing tools on the Gmail web interface: All the details

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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.

Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor launched in China

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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.

Realme GT 7 Pro key specifications revealed ahead of India launch next month: All the details

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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.

This is why Instagram is reducing the quality of these video posts

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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.

Xiaomi 15 Pro confirmed to come with a 6100 mAh battery, periscope telephoto camera: All the details

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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.

Google Photos introduces an ‘AI Info’ label to reveal if an image has been edited with AI: Key details

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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.

Indus Battle Royale Mobile review: This BGMI-rival can do better

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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.

Apple likely to launch MacBook Air with M4 chip next year

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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.

Xiaomi 15 series to launch on October 29 in China, official images reveal design and camera system

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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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