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Xiaomi announces Android 16 based HyperOS 3 release timeline: All the details
Xiaomi has revealed the release schedule for its next-generation operating system, the HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 16. It will be initially rolled out to the Xiaomi 15 series and Redmi K80 Pro smartphones, starting mid-October.
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Apple iPhone 18 launch timeline might be delayed, with iPhone 18 Pro to launch first: All the details
Apple may shake up its annual iPhone release plans next year, as a new leak suggests that the company may release the iPhone 18 Pro and Air variants first, followed by the base iPhone 18 to launch in early 2027.
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Philips introduces three new audio products in India ahead of the festive season: Price and specs
TPV has unveiled three new Philips audio products in India, which include the Philips TAT1269 TWS (true wireless stereo) earbuds, Philips Bluetooth Speaker TAS3400, and Philips Party Speaker TAX4910. These products expand the brands’ 2025 lineup of audio products in the country and are available through leading offline and online retailers, including Amazon and Flipkart.
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Elon Musk’s xAI under fire as Grok chatbot faces scrutiny over explicit and disturbing content
Grok AI is again in the limelight for the wrong reasons, this time for hosting sexually explicit features and risky modes, raising alarms over child safety and the possibility of generating potentially illegal content.
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Huawei introduces DeepSeek R1 to block politically sensitive topics: All the details
China’s popular large language model DeepSeek has developed a new variant named R-1-Safe, which sidesteps politically controversial topics, according to Chinese regulators. Moreover, it is claimed to have been trained using 1,000 of Huawei’s Ascend AI chips.
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Zoom chief suggests AI could bring a 3-day per week work policy: Here’s why
Eric Yuan, CEO of Zoom, believes the rise of AI could transform work culture, potentially allowing for shorter working days per week. These remarks come amid an evolving discussion about AI after similar sentiments were shared from other major tech leaders previously.
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Redmi K90 tipped to launch with Snapdragon Elite Gen 5 SoC, to offer 100W fast charging
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi could introduce an update to its K-series lineup, which is said to comprise two models, the Redmi K90 and Redmi K90 Pro. Ahead of the expected launch, the alleged Redmi K90 has surfaced on a certification website.
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CMF Headphone Pro India launch date confirmed, to come in bold colours with physical buttons
The upcoming CMF Headphone Pro is teased to be offered in two colour shades and will be the brand’s first over-the-ear headphone. Further, it might include a scroll button for volume control, alongside a power button, which is also visible on the right side.
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Oppo India brings Grand Festive Sale across its portfolio: Top deals to check out
With the festive season nearly upon us, Oppo India has announced big discounts across multiple phones, tablets, and audio products at various price ranges. Prospective buyers can look forward to exciting price cuts, bank offers, and exchange benefits, with the company also announcing a raffle with prizes ranging from flagship OPPO devices to cash prizes up to Rs 10 Lakh.
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iOS 26 is here: Top 5 hidden features you might be missing out on
Apple has finally released iOS 26 for iPhone 11 and later devices, with Liquid Glass design, which aims to provide transparent menus and fluid animations that adapt to the on-screen activities. However, there are some unnoticed key features that provide quality-of-life upgrades to a user. We have now highlighted some of these hidden features to improve your experience with iOS 26.
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Fire Boltt introduces FireLens, India's first AI-powered smart eyewear: Price, features
Fire Boltt has launched its first smart eyewear, FireLens. It comes with an 8MP AI-powered smart camera built in, and promises to transform how we see, hear and interact with the world.
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Samsung’s first tri-fold smartphone may launch in the US this year: All the details
Samsung was initially scheduled to introduce its first triple-foldable smartphone in its home country by the end of this month. However, a new report now suggests that the company is considering launching the device in the United States, a first for the US smartphone market.
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IBM and BharatGen collaborate to accelerate AI adoption in India with Indic LLMs
IBM and BharatGen have announced a strategic partnership to advance AI adoption in India by developing sovereign multimodal AI models tailored to the country’s linguistic and cultural landscape. This partnership aims to serve both national and commercial needs across agriculture, finance, healthcare, national security, and education.
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Adobe study reveals exponential increase in content demand, 96% marketers now using generative AI
Adobe has released a new research report this week, which has highlighted that 84% of Indian marketers expect content needs to grow more than fivefold by 2027. The report also reveals that social media and short-form video have emerged as the fastest-growing content formats, with marketers eager to tap into these formats to drive engagement and loyalty.
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Honor Magic 8 series, Magic V6 confirmed to launch soon, may come with 200MP main cameras
Honor’s upcoming flagship smartphones are set to get a major camera upgrade, as a new leak suggests that the company could equip its upcoming Honor Magic V8 series and the Honor Magic V6 foldable phone with 200MP cameras.
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Vivo V60e price in India, design, key specifications revealed ahead of launch
Vivo could soon introduce the Vivo V60e smartphone in India, as the successor to the Vivo V50e. Ahead of its rumoured launch, new reports have revealed the key specifications, pricing, and design of the smartphone.
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MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 launch date announced, to power upcoming Oppo and Vivo flagship phones
MediaTek has revealed that its next-generation flagship chipset, expected to be the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, will launch in China next week. The company is also working on a 2nm N2P-based chipset, which is expected to be introduced in late 2026.
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How many images can you generate using Gemini Nano Banana? Check the daily limit for free and paid tiers
Google’s Gemini Nano Banana AI image generation tool has taken over social media, transforming selfies or user images into lifelike 3D figurines or retro themes. The company has now updated its policy on image generation limits for this AI model, with dynamically adjusted limits for every tier.
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Ingram Micro India to offer deals, discounts on Apple’s iPhone 17 series, iPhone Air, Watch Series 11, and more
Ingram Micro India has announced all the offers for Apple’s fall 2025 lineup, including the latest iPhone 17 series, iPhone Air, Watch Ultra 3, Watch Series 11, and other accessories. All of these products are set to go on sale from September 19.
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Google Gemini leads App Store and Play Store charts amid Nano Banana trend, India leading the user base
The rapid rise in the usage of the Gemini app, due to the growing popularity of the Nano Banana AI, means the app has taken the top spot on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store rankings. Google has also announced that India is among the top countries to use this feature.
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Qualcomm confirms Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite will be its next flagship SoC, will be launched later this month
After weeks of speculation, Qualcomm has confirmed the naming for its next-generation flagship chipset, which will be named the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The announcement comes just days ahead of the 2025 Snapdragon Summit, where the processor will be officially unveiled.
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Bored of the AI saree trend? Try the ‘Hug My Younger Self’ using Gemini Nano Banana: How to create it
In the last few days, you must have come across thousands of photos and reels of women creating their retro-saree-clad avatars or men creating 3D figures, through Google Gemini’s Nano Banana. The AI tool has now introduced the viral ‘Hug My Younger Self’ feature, where users can create images merging present and childhood photos.
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Xiaomi 17 series confirmed to launch this month, skipping 16 series to rival the iPhone 17 lineup
Xiaomi is scheduled to launch its next-generation flagship 17 series, skipping its purported 16 series, which appears to be in response to Apple's recent iPhone 17 series launch. The lineup will likely include the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max.
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Amazon Great Indian Festival sale 2025 early deals revealed: Check out deals and discounts on smartphones and tablets
Amazon has revealed its ‘Early Deals’ ahead of its most anticipated Great Indian Festival 2025 sale, which starts on September 23. These pre-festival offers provide customers with early deals on a lot of products, including smartphones, laptops, smart home devices, and more.
