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A tipster currently in a legal battle with Apple has leaked new details about the company’s first foldable iPhone. The leak includes the expected launch timeline, screen size, thickness, camera design, and early 3D renders shared through a YouTube video.

Jeff Bezos says he gave early Amazon investors a 70% chance of losing their money

Speaking at the DealBook Summit in conversation with Andrew Ross Sorkin, Bezos described the gruelling process of raising Amazon’s first round of funding in 1995. At the time, the internet itself was barely understood, let alone trusted as a platform for commerce.

Samsung’s TriFold survives durability test, breaks when folded the wrong way

Samsung has launched its first triple folding phone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, in South Korea. A new durability test video shows how well it survives scratches, pressure and accidental damage, and also what happens when it’s bent the wrong way. The phone proves it can handle a lot, but foldable screens and hinges still have their limits. A global release is expected in early 2026, and the world is watching closely to see if this futuristic phone is ready for everyday use.

Microsoft AI chief pushes back on AGI hype, says there is no race and no winner

Mustafa Suleyman, the former Google DeepMind co-founder who now leads Microsoft’s AI division, has spoken openly against the idea of AGI as a race that can be won.

Big Tech’s AI memory crunch turns brutal as Microsoft and Google face problems 

At the heart of the crisis is the explosive demand for high-bandwidth memory and advanced DRAM used in AI accelerators and data centre servers. Only three companies globally can produce these components at scale

WhatsApp announces Happy New Year 2026 stickers: How to download and send them on iPhone, Android, tablets and PCs

WhatsApp has introduced Happy New Year 2026 stickers, letting users download and send festive designs across Android, iPhone, tablets and PCs, with steps and syncing between mobile and desktop apps.

Google AI Pro vs AI Ultra: All the Gemini features you get, costs, and more

Free Gemini is now genuinely useful, AI Pro offers strong value for professionals and creators, and AI Ultra is effectively an all-you-can-use AI stack priced for those who plan to live inside Google’s AI ecosystem.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold fails durability test as triple hinges prove too fragile

The Galaxy Z TriFold failed a high-profile durability test after hinge damage and display failure under reverse bending, highlighting the structural risks of Samsung’s triple-fold design.

Work from home no longer the norm, says world's largest recruiter, with only these exceptions

Office attendance is becoming mandatory again for most corporate employees in 2025. Remote work is no longer a broad entitlement. It is a bargaining chip, reserved for those with scarce skills or exceptional value.

iPhone Air 2 may still launch in 2026 despite growing talk of a delay

A new leak claims the iPhone Air 2 could still launch in fall 2026, contradicting reports that Apple has delayed the device until 2027 following weak sales of the first model.

OpenAI continues exploring ads inside ChatGPT as user growth accelerates

OpenAI is reportedly testing internal ad formats that could one day appear inside ChatGPT responses. As ChatGPT edges closer to becoming a mainstream gateway to information, commerce and decision making, the pressure to balance growth, revenue and trust will only intensify.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra comes with new 1-inch 200MP Leica sensor and 6800mAh battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to debut with a 1-inch 200MP Leica camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, AMOLED display, fast charging, and premium build, targeting flagship smartphone buyers.

Realme 16 Pro+ 5G expected price, key specifications leaked ahead of launch next month

Ahead of its launch on January 6, a fresh leak has shed some light on what the upcoming Realme 16 Pro+ 5G might cost. Moreover, the company has also revealed the expected camera and performance details of the smartphone.

Gemini vs ChatGPT: Google grabs AI market share from 5% to 18%, analysts call it a clear takeover

Google’s Gemini has rapidly gained AI market share, climbing from 5% to 18% in just one year, signaling a major shift in generative AI usage as ChatGPT loses dominance. A new phase in the AI race is unfolding, and users are exploring alternatives that are easier, faster, and built into everyday apps.

Rockstar once explored GTA set in Tokyo, Rio and Moscow but walked away from the idea

Former Rockstar technical director Obbe Vermeij has revealed that GTA games set in Tokyo, Rio and Moscow were once discussed, but the studio chose to stick with American settings to avoid risking the franchise’s global appeal and financial success.

Apple’s foldable iPhone could Be compact by design, not by compromise

Apple’s foldable iPhone may feature a smaller outer display by design, prioritising a 4:3 unfolded screen optimised for multitasking and an iPad-like experience over traditional phone use.

Apple Intelligence in China will face a 2,000-question test on what it must not answer

Apple Intelligence in China must pass a strict regulatory test involving 2,000 sensitive questions and refuse at least 95 percent of them, reflecting the country’s tight controls on AI-generated information.

Why Mark Zuckerberg gifted noise cancelling headphones to neighbours in Palo Alto

Mark Zuckerberg has been renovating and expanding his Palo Alto residential compound for nearly eight years, causing frustration among neighbors. To ease tensions, he gifted noise cancelling headphones, donuts, and sparkling wine. Here’s the story behind the peace offering and the growing debate over his multiple property projects.

The QR menu on your table looks harmless, but could it secretly steal your financial information

Scanning a restaurant menu QR code feels quick and harmless, but in 2025, fake QR scams are silently stealing personal and financial details, warns a report by the New York Post. Here’s what can go wrong when you scan, and how to spot tampered codes before it costs you money or privacy.

Google Pixel 8 gets photo sphere-inspired panorama mode with latest camera update

Google has added a Photo Sphere-inspired Panorama mode to the Pixel 8 series via a Pixel Camera update, offering guided capture, Night Sight support, and improved image stitching.

Year ender 2025: 5 best budget camera phones of the year

Smartphone cameras in 2025 have reached a point where strong photography is no longer limited to premium flagships. Several budget and mid-range phones now deliver reliable stills and video, making them suitable for everyday shooting, social media, and even light content creation. Here are five budget camera phones launched in 2025 that stand out for their imaging performance.

Indian government warns of multiple security flaws in motherboards from ASRock, Gigabyte, MSI and others powering millions of Windows PCs

India’s cybersecurity agency has flagged serious motherboard vulnerabilities that could allow attackers with physical access to bypass protections on Windows PCs, urging users and organisations to install vendor updates.

Global memory chip shortage may push up prices of phones and PCs in 2026

A global memory chip shortage in late 2025 is driving up the cost of smartphones and laptops, and the effects could last until 2027, says IDC. The shortage is happening as chip makers prioritize AI memory production, leaving everyday devices facing higher prices and limited upgrades in 2026.

Meta, Apple, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Netflix ramp up India hiring as H-1B rules tighten; 32,000 jobs added in 2025

FAAMNG companies reported an 18% YoY uptick in hiring in specialised roles in India, with another 3,000-5,000 active job openings.

No Slack wrapped, but you can still check who messaged the most this year

Slack doesn’t offer a Wrapped-style recap for 2025, but users can still access workspace analytics to check message rankings. Here’s a simple, feature-style breakdown of how to find out who sent the most Slack messages at your workplace this year.

Google’s Demis Hassabis says Meta’s Yann LeCun is ‘plain incorrect’ in fresh AI intelligence debate

A public disagreement between Demis Hassabis and Yann LeCun has reignited debate over whether general intelligence truly exists, with Hassabis calling LeCun’s claims “plain incorrect” and defending the idea of broadly general intelligence in humans and AI.

From research to presentations: AI tools that make daily work easier

AI tools are transforming everyday work in 2025 by simplifying research, writing, design, video editing, and presentations, helping users save time through faster, more efficient, and repeatable digital workflows.

Microsoft clarifies Windows is not being rewritten in Rust after viral job post sparks rumors

Microsoft has denied rumors about rewriting Windows in Rust after a viral job post sparked confusion online. The company clarified it is working on research to build tools that help migrate old C and C++ codebases to memory safe languages like Rust, not rebuilding the Windows operating system itself.

Italy orders Meta to pause WhatsApp ban on rival AI chatbots

Italy’s competition authority has ordered Meta to suspend its WhatsApp policy banning rival AI chatbots, citing concerns that the move may harm competition while favouring Meta’s own AI services.

Fake RTO e-challan websites in India are tricking drivers with small fines and stealing card details

A widespread online scam is targeting Indian vehicle owners using fake RTO e-Challan websites and local phone numbers to steal card and banking details. Here’s how the scam works and what you can do to protect yourself.

Nvidia deepens AI hardware lead With Groq deal and high-profile talent hire

Nvidia has signed a non-exclusive licensing deal with Groq, hired its founder and president, and acquired assets reportedly valued at $20 billion, giving it access to alternative AI chip technology without fully acquiring the company.

2025 was the year real-money gaming died in India. What next?

Whether the government’s regulatory reset will help make India a global gaming powerhouse or simply shift users, capital, and talent elsewhere remains an open question.

Apple 'killed' 25 devices, including iPhones, Macs in 2025: Here’s the full list

Apple discontinued 25 products in 2025 across iPhones, iPads, Macs, wearables and accessories, marking the end of the iPhone SE line, the decline of the Plus models, and a broader shift towards a more streamlined hardware portfolio.

WhatsApp prepares new controls for linked devices and smarter chat storage management

WhatsApp is testing new features that show connected peripherals like the Apple Watch more clearly and introduce a simpler, more detailed interface for clearing chat messages and managing storage.

2025: The year AI stopped being just a feature and started running the world

A 2025 AI year-ender on GPT-5 and Claude 4, AI search wars, China’s open models, chip geopolitics, copyright fights, and India’s BharatGen push.

Apple continues testing ultra-thin glass in bid to hide foldable iPhone crease

Apple is reportedly testing variable-thickness ultra-thin flexible glass to reduce or eliminate the visible crease on its first foldable iPhone, ahead of a possible 2026 launch.

iOS 26.3 opens AirPods-style pairing to third-party accessories in EU under DMA rules

iOS 26.3 introduces AirPods-style proximity pairing and notification support for third-party accessories in the EU, driven by Apple’s compliance with the Digital Markets Act.

Google might finally let you change your Gmail address: Here’s what that means for you

Google is introducing a new feature that will let users change their Gmail address while keeping the same account and all their data. Learn how it will work, what stays the same, and what rules apply when the update rolls out globally.

Google’s Android Emergency Location Service in India: Explained

Google has launched Android Emergency Location Service in India, with Uttar Pradesh becoming the first state to integrate the feature into its 112 emergency response system, enabling faster and more accurate location sharing during emergencies.

Why having 1TB storage is becoming the 'new normal' for gaming laptops 

Gaming laptops with 1TB SSD storage offer faster load times, space for large game libraries and better long-term usability, with strong options available across budget, mid-range and premium segments in India.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra drops to Rs. 69,999 at Croma’s December Sale: Here’s how the offer works

Croma’s Cromtastic December Sale brings the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra down to an effective price of Rs. 69,999 with exchange and bonus offers, making it one of the most attractive flagship deals this festive season.

Google’s $4.75 billion power play targets the biggest threat to AI growth, Says Sundar Pichai

Alphabet is acquiring Intersect Power for $4.75 billion to tackle energy constraints that CEO Sundar Pichai has warned could slow AI growth, enabling Google to co-locate power generation with future data centres.

AWS denies Christmas outage as gamers report disruptions across Epic Games titles

AWS has denied claims of a Christmas outage after gamers reported problems accessing Fortnite, Arc Raiders, Rocket League and Steam, stating that its infrastructure was operating normally and the disruption originated elsewhere.

Microsoft engineer walks back claim on eliminating C and C++: No plan to rewrite Windows

Microsoft engineer Galen Hunt has clarified that his comments about eliminating C and C++ were about a research project on large-scale code translation, not a plan to rewrite Windows or abandon legacy languages.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says ‘sky-high’ salaries will come only after AI... 

Sam Altman believes future workers could earn sky-high salaries in entirely new professions by the 2030s, but only after AI eliminates many existing jobs and reshapes the early-career landscape.

Google India highlights ‘Virat Kohli Trend’ as searches cross 1 million after Vijay Hazare Trophy century

Virat Kohli’s century on his return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy triggered over one million Google searches, prompting Google India to celebrate the surge as fans across the country tracked his innings in real time.

Year-ender 2025: 5 best camera phones launched this year

A quick look back at 2025’s biggest camera phone launches. From powerful zoom systems to portrait focused tuning and smart software led photography, here are the five phones that shaped mobile imaging this year.

Merry Christmas 2025: How to send wishes and greetings using WhatsApp stickers, emoticons, quotes and more

As Christmas 2025 approaches, WhatsApp continues to be the go-to platform for sharing festive wishes with family, friends, and colleagues. From animated stickers and emojis to personalised messages and quotes, the app offers multiple ways to make your Christmas greetings feel warm and meaningful.

Nasscom flags long-term talent risks in wage-weighted H-1B system, seeks FY28 rollout

Nasscom also warned that an abrupt switch would add uncertainty and compliance burden, especially for employers that plan hiring around academic calendars, delivery schedules, and product cycles.

HMD Pulse 2 key specifications leaked online, could feature a 5,000 mAh battery, 6.7-inch screen

HMD could launch the successor to the HMD Pulse, which was released last year, soon. While the Finnish smartphone maker has yet to officially confirm the existence and other key details of this new phone, its specifications have been leaked by a tipster