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Google’s Wear OS gets a new ‘School Time’ feature for kids, similar to Apple Watch

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Google’s Wear OS gets a new ‘School Time’ feature for kids, similar to Apple Watch

The new ‘School Time’ feature for Wear OS helps parents set school time limits for certain apps and also silences the supported watches during school hours.

Microsoft confirms launch of Xbox mobile gaming store: What to expect

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Microsoft confirms launch of Xbox mobile gaming store: What to expect

Microsoft’s new Xbox Mobile Gaming Store will launch in July this year and will have first-party games from Microsoft-owned studios.

Realme confirms its GT series is launching in India this May: Expected specifications, features, and more

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Realme confirms its GT series is launching in India this May: Expected specifications, features, and more

Realme’s CEO Sky Li recently announced that the company will launch the next generation of the GT series in India soon.

Elon Musk’s Neuralink assures that the 'malfuntion' in brain implant is fixed

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Elon Musk’s Neuralink assures that the 'malfuntion' in brain implant is fixed

Noland Arbaugh, Neuralink’s first human test subject, had a brain implant in January but developed a problem just a few weeks after

Microsoft's new AI model can run 'secretly' on government-operated networks: Key details

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Microsoft's new AI model can run 'secretly' on government-operated networks: Key details

For classified work, US intelligence agencies may employ a Microsoft AI system that would be disconnected from the internet.

Amazon launches new Fire TV Stick 4K with HDR10 Plus, Dolby Vision, and more

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Amazon launches new Fire TV Stick 4K with HDR10 Plus, Dolby Vision, and more

The 2024 Fire TV Stick 4K has been priced at Rs 5,999 and is now available for pre-order on Amazon India with sales scheduled to commence from May 13.

Google brings AI-powered Circle to Search feature for iPhone users

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Google brings AI-powered Circle to Search feature for iPhone users

Circle to Search feature, previously exclusive to Android is coming to Apple iPhones through Google Lens. The AI-powered feature first came to Samsung and Pixel phones

WhatsApp may soon get a new audio call feature: All the details

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WhatsApp may soon get a new audio call feature: All the details

WhatsApp beta for Android has received a new update, which has the audio call bar feature at the top of the screen.

X rival Bluesky to introduce DM support, videos, and more

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X rival Bluesky to introduce DM support, videos, and more

Bluesky has launched its roadmap for the coming months and plans to include direct messaging support, a video posting feature, custom feed support, and other important features.

Apple unveils new versions of Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro with AI features

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Apple unveils new versions of Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro with AI features

The latest Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro versions for iPad are updated with new features to take advantage of the new M4 chipset.

MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor with on-device generative AI capabilities unveiled: All the details

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MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor with on-device generative AI capabilities unveiled: All the details

The MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ offers increased clock speeds and is designed to accelerate on-device generative AI processing.

iQOO Z9x set to launch in India on May 16: Expected specifications, features, and more

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iQOO Z9x set to launch in India on May 16: Expected specifications, features, and more

The iQOO Z9x is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset and will be unveiled later this month

Google dials up on AI to deal with cyberattacks, introduces Threat Intelligence

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Google dials up on AI to deal with cyberattacks, introduces Threat Intelligence

The new Google Threat Intelligence provides faster protection against cyber threats by combining Mandiant, VirusTotal, and Gemini with GenAI-powered capabilities.

This is the highest-selling smartphone of 2024, claims report

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This is the highest-selling smartphone of 2024, claims report

According to the latest Counterpoint Research report, seven out of the 10 best-selling smartphones in the world are iPhones.

Apple’s first foldable iPad with a 20.3-inch screen may come in 2025, foldable iPhone in 2026

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Apple’s first foldable iPad with a 20.3-inch screen may come in 2025, foldable iPhone in 2026

Apple's mass production of foldable devices with new MacBooks, iPads, and iPhones is expected to begin by the end of next year.

WhatsApp testing a new feature that makes it easy to react to images and videos

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WhatsApp testing a new feature that makes it easy to react to images and videos

The popular messaging platform is set to include a new quick reaction toggle to react with six different emojis while watching media on the app.

Spotify set to launch Hi-Fi feature soon: What to expect

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Spotify set to launch Hi-Fi feature soon: What to expect

Spotify Hi-Fi, the lossless audio streaming service was first announced in 2021, and according to the latest leaks could be in its final stages of launch.

Microsoft introduces Passkey support for all consumer accounts

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Microsoft introduces Passkey support for all consumer accounts

Microsoft has announced Passkey support for all consumer accounts, which means users can use the PIN, Face lock, and other options instead of passwords.

Tesla cancelled 21-year-old's 'dream' internship three weeks before she was set to join

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Tesla cancelled 21-year-old's 'dream' internship three weeks before she was set to join

Elon Musk’s Tesla started its layoffs in January 2024 and now is revoking summer internship offers for many college students.

Google makes it easier for users to separate real government apps from fake ones

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Google makes it easier for users to separate real government apps from fake ones

Google has introduced the “Government Apps” badge so that users can identify legitimate government apps and avoid installing fake ones.

Amazon-backed Anthropic launches Claude AI on iPhone to take on ChatGPT

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Amazon-backed Anthropic launches Claude AI on iPhone to take on ChatGPT

Anthropic has launched the Claude AI iOS app, a chatbot similar to ChatGPT, that can also analyse images. The app is availale to download from App Store.

iOS 18 may bring better integration between the Calendar and Reminder apps

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iOS 18 may bring better integration between the Calendar and Reminder apps

With the upcoming iOS 18 update, Apple may provide feature integration between the Calendar and Reminder apps.

Google will hide faces of those you don't want to see in Photos app

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Google will hide faces of those you don't want to see in Photos app

This new “Show less” feature will hide unwanted faces in the Memories section, without completely blocking them in group photos.

Bill Gates remains a crucial figure behind-the-scenes at Microsoft, claims report

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Bill Gates remains a crucial figure behind-the-scenes at Microsoft, claims report

A new report suggests that Bill Gates is still one of the key figures in Microsoft’s key affairs even after exiting the company in 2020.

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