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Elon Musk's xAI launched an application programming interface (API) for Grok on Monday. The billionaire entrepreneur promised to turn the native artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot developed by xAI into an API in August, and now, users can access and use it. The API key can be generated using the xAI console and users can further customise how to...
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WhatsApp may be developing a new feature for its Android platform which lets users share media on status updates, as per the claims by a feature tracker. This functionality is speculated to allow users to search, select and search for the music, courtesy of Meta Platforms' recent agreement with the Universal Music Group. They can tap on a new...
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The COP16 summit in Colombia brings global leaders together to address the alarming loss of biodiversity, with over one million species at risk of extinction. Countries will assess their progress on reversing species extinction and take steps towards a target of protecting 30% of land and sea by 2030. The meeting also focuses on financing...
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OnePlus has announced Diwali offers across its product categories as the festive season is approaching. From smartphones, tablets, smartwatches and earbuds the discount sale has something in store for every interested buyer. The sale is currently live and will last till November 5. The OnePlus Nord 4, OnePlus Nord CE 4 and OnePlus 12R are listed...
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Black hole mergers are among the most energetic events in space. Two black holes gradually lose energy through gravitational interactions, drawing them closer until their event horizons stretch and merge. Gravitational waves released during the process are some of the most powerful forces in the universe, with part of the black holes' mass...
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On 23 October 2024, Samoa will host the launch of the Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences, aimed at elevating Pacific researchers' voices in global discussions. This initiative seeks to address regional challenges like climate change while supporting young scientists. Prominent scholars, including Collin Tukuitonga from Niue and Salote Nasalo from...
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In the Kashmir Valley, rare fossils from extinct elephants reveal the earliest evidence of human butchery in India, dating back 300,000 to 400,000 years. The discovery includes stone tools used to extract bone marrow, offering insight into early human behaviour in the region. These fossils, from the extinct elephant species Palaeoloxodon...
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The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed a unique "inside-out” galaxy from 700 million years after the Big Bang. Unlike most galaxies, JADES-GS+53.18343−27.79097 has stars forming rapidly at its outskirts rather than at its core, providing the earliest evidence of predicted galaxy growth patterns. Researchers used JWST's advanced...
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This week, Yuga Labs introduced a new Layer-3 blockchain called ApeChain, built on the Arbitrum One blockchain. ApeChain is designed to facilitate transactions and enhance the overall ecosystem of ApeCoin.
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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is gearing up to launch its commercial 4G services in India. Ahead of that anticipated introduction, the state-owned telecommunications provider has unveiled a new logo which showcases the company's three key goals: to provide services securely, affordably and reliably. It has also introduced seven new services...
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Snapdragon 8 Elite will power an upcoming Samsung smartphone, according to an announcement made by Samsung Mobile President TM Roh at the ongoing Snapdragon Summit. The Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup is expected to be the first of the company's smartphones to be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
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Snapdragon 8 Elite —Qualcomm's new SoC was launched during the company's Summit 2024 event in Maui on Monday. During the keynote, Xiaomi's senior vice president Adam Zeng announced that its next flagship Xiaomi 15 will be the first smartphone to feature the latest chip. The Xiaomi 14 successor will be unveiled by the end of this month.
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Gemini AI assistant, the recently added artificial intelligence (AI) virtual assistant for Android smartphones, is reportedly getting new capabilities. Ever since its release earlier this year, one of the major concern was lack of integration with first-party and third-party apps. Over the months, the Mountain View-based tech giant solved some of...
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iQOO 13 will launch in China this month and the company has now revealed the exact date of the handset's unveiling. iQOO also confirmed the colour options of the handset. It will see an India launch as well, but the company has yet to announce the India launch date. However, iQOO has revealed the the availability details of the upcoming phone in...
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Realme GT 7 Pro is set to launch in China later this month. The company has now revealed the India launch timeline of the handset alongside availability details. The phone is claimed to be the country's first flagship model with Qualcomm's newly launched Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
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Naughty Dog is confirmed to be working on several new projects. While the studio has not revealed any details about its next game, an industry insider has teased that the unannounced project would favour player freedom.
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Alcon Entertainment has sued Tesla and Warner Bros Discovery over claims they used images tied to the film "Blade Runner 2049” to promote Tesla's new autonomous cybercab.
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Honeywell has signed a deal with Google to connect AI with its industrial data. The partnership will bring together Alphabet-owned Google's Gemini - its most advanced AI technology - and Honeywell's industrial data
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Honor Magic 7 series was teased on Monday during the Snapdragon Summit 2024, and the upcoming flagship phone from the company will feature the newly introduced Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. New artificial intelligence (AI) features on the Honor Magic 7 series were also shown off, such as an open ecosystem facilitated by an on-device AI agent and...
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ChatGPT, like other artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, has the potential to introduce biases and harmful stereotypes when generating content. For the most part, companies have focused on eliminating third-person biases where information about others is sought. However, in a new study published by OpenAI, the company tested its AI models'...
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Qualcomm unveiled its Snapdragon 8 Elite processor at the Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii on Monday. Soon after the launch, Asus declared that its next gaming smartphone the — ROG Phone 9 — will use the latest Android chip. The ROG Phone 8 successor will be announced next month. It is teased to arrive with AI features and with a boxy design.
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Meta announced testing facial recognition technology to detect scam ads and assist users in faster account recovery on Monday. The social media giant is specifically targeting "celeb-bait” ad scams, where scammers use images of celebrities and public figures to lure users into interacting with the ad and clicking malicious links.
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Google Chrome for Android is testing a new feature that might add a layer of security when it comes to password autofill outside trusted locations, as per a report. The feature is dubbed Identity Check which Google announced last week and is said to necessitate biometric authentication before auto-filling passwords via the Google Password Manager.
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Ambrane Solar 10K was launched in India on Monday. It is the first solar power bank from the company. The portable charger comes with a 10,000mAh capacity and supports 22.5W charging output. It is equipped with four foldable solar charging panels, an inbuilt LED flashlight, and a digital display, which helps keep track of the battery status of...
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In an official statement, Transak revealed that the personal details of 92,554 users were exposed in a data breach. The platform, which provides a gateway for converting fiat currencies into cryptocurrency, operates in over 162 countries, according to its website.
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Redmi A4 5G was unveiled in India on October 16 at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. It was introduced as the first entry-level smartphone in the country with a Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset. The company said that the phone will be priced below Rs. 10,000 in the country. Now a report has suggested the probable starting price of the upcoming...
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Qualcomm unveiled its long-awaited Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile SoC during its Summit 2024 event in Maui on Monday. Shortly after the launch, OnePlus officially announced that its upcoming OnePlus 13 will run on the new mobile platform. The flagship smartphone is set to go official on October 31 in China.
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HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 has been launched in India, and the laptop is available in two variants equipped with Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors. The Copilot+ laptop sports a 14-inch 2.8K OLED display with inking support and the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 is claimed to deliver up to 21 hours of battery life on a single charge.
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5G network speeds of top telecommunications providers in India such as Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio have declined significantly, according to a market analysis report. While Airtel emerged as India's best 5G experience provider, courtesy of the fastest average 5G download and 5G upload speeds, Jio achieved a score of 66.5 percent and won the...
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Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset was unveiled by Qualcomm at the Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii on Tuesday. Qualcomm's newest mobile processor is targeted at delivering top-of-the-line performance with upgrades such as on-device generative artificial intelligence (AI) and multi-modal AI capabilities, a dedicated Hexagon neural processing unit (NPU),...
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iOS 18.1 Release Candidate (RC) was rolled out by Apple to registered developer and public testers in beta on Monday. The update's feature set remains largely similar to the previous iOS 18.1 beta versions, bringing improved home and lock screen customisation, a new Control Centre with more options, an enhanced Photos app, and a new Passwords app,...
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Vedaa, now streaming on ZEE5, is an intense action-drama directed by Nikkhil Advani. The film stars Sharvari as Vedaa, a young woman battling caste-based discrimination in rural India, alongside John Abraham as Major Abhimanyu Kanwar, and Abhishek Banerjee in a chilling villain role. With powerful performances and an emotional storyline, Vedaa goes...
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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, directed by George Miller, is ready for streaming on Jio Cinema without rental fees. The film, featuring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth, will be available in seven languages, including Telugu, Hindi, and English. It premieres on October 23, promising an action-packed experience for fans of the franchise. Despite a...
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The Penguin has returned with its fifth episode, now streaming exclusively on JioCinema Premium. Audiences can catch new episodes every Monday at 6:30 AM IST, available in various languages, including English, Hindi, and more. The series delves into Oswald "Oz" Cobb's rise to power in Gotham's criminal world, maintaining high production values and...
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Devara Part 1, featuring N.T. Rama Rao Jr., is set to release on Netflix on November 8, 2024. This action thriller follows the son of a village chief who secretly carries on his father's mission to end smuggling while pretending to be weak. With impressive box office earnings exceeding ₹500 crores globally, the film has resonated with audiences...
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Karthi's emotional drama Meiyazhagan, directed by C. Prem Kumar, is set to stream on Netflix from October 25, 2024. The film, which features Arvind Swamy, has received positive reviews since its theatrical release on September 27, 2024. It has performed well at the box office, collecting approximately ₹33.77 Crore net. With its relatable...
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Infinix Hot 50 Pro+ may launch soon in select global markets. The smartphone was recently available for pre-orders in Kenya. The design of the had also been teased earlier, which is similar to the Infinix Hot 50 5G. Now, the complete design, colour options, as well as some key features of the handset, have been revealed. The phone is confirmed to...
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Poco F6 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC was launched in May. Now, the Chinese brand owned by Xiaomi is said to be working on the Poco F7 Pro and a new Poco F7 Ultra model. Poco is yet to confirm the existence of these phones, but ahead of it, they have allegedly landed on the IMEI database. The Poco F7 Pro is expected to run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen...
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The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has unveiled Westerlund 1, the Milky Way's largest super star cluster, located 12,000 light-years away in the constellation Ara. This massive cluster, with stars up to 2,000 times larger than the Sun, has a total mass between 50,000 to 100,000 times that of the Sun. Previously hidden by cosmic dust, Westerlund...
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The University of Bristol has developed a teleoperation system enabling remote control of lunar rovers, potentially revolutionising how lunar missions are conducted. The system bypasses signal delays, enabling precise sample collection and assembly tasks. Haptic feedback simulates lunar conditions, giving operators a realistic sense of touch when...
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Representatives from the Artemis Accords convened in Milan, with 42 nations participating. They focused on sustainable practices and cooperation in space exploration. NASA's Pam Melroy emphasised the importance of collaboration among nations as they prepare for future missions. Discussions included guidelines on non-interference and...
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A new AI tool developed by Google DeepMind helps people with opposing views reach consensus by summarising viewpoints fairly. Tested on UK residents, the AI-generated summaries were preferred over those of human mediators, showcasing potential for improving democratic deliberation processes. The tool, named the Habermas Machine, could be crucial in...
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China's Steady High Magnetic Field Facility (SHMFF) has achieved a new milestone by developing the world's most powerful resistive magnet, generating a magnetic field of 42.02 tesla. This surpasses the previous record of 41.4 tesla held by the US National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. The magnet is crucial for research in advanced materials like...
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An innovative project in central Mexico aims to protect oyamel fir forests, essential for the survival of migrating monarch butterflies. Led by Dr Cuauhtémoc Sáenz-Romero from the Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo, researchers are planting oyamel fir saplings at higher elevations to counteract the effects of climate change, which...
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The Greater Short-Horned Lizard, often called the "horny toad," is notable for its unique defensive strategies. When threatened, it can squirt a jet of blood from its eyes, reaching distances of up to 5 feet. This startling display confuses predators and provides a crucial escape opportunity. Additionally, the lizard can inflate its body, appearing...
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Oppo Enco X3 will be introduced in China on October 24 alongside the Oppo Find X8 series of phones and Pad 3 Pro tablet. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed the design of the true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones. Some key features of the TWS alongside colour options have also been confirmed. Pre-reservations for the earphones are...
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ZebPay has completed ten years of operations in India's crypto market. Looking ahead, the exchange plans to introduce new features and services aimed at family offices, high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), and institutional investors.
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Stripe has reportedly spent $1.1 billion (roughly Rs. 9,248 crore) to acquire Bridge, a stablecoin platform that enables the issuance of stablecoins. Multiple reports have described this acquisition as the largest to date in the Web3 space.
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iPad Mini (2024) with an 8.3-inch display and Apple's Intelligence features was launched last week in India. As always, the RAM details of the new tablet are still under wraps, but an alleged benchmark listing reveals the RAM of the iPad mini and the performance of the A17 Pro chip inside. The listing suggests that the iPad mini's benchmark scores...
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Hazelight Studios, the developer of A Way Out and It Takes Two, has been working on its next game. Now, a reliable leaker has shared the alleged name of the title. Hazelights next game will be called Split Fiction, the leaker claimed Monday.
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Perplexity AI is rolling out two new features to enable newer ways of using the artificial intelligence (AI) search platform's capabilities. Announced last week, the AI firm has introduced Internal Knowledge Search and Spaces capabilities. The former allows users to search prompts and get responses based on an internal knowledge base while the...
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India is expected to limit imports of laptops, tablets and personal computers after January. The aim is to reshape the dynamics of the IT hardware market in India, which is heavily reliant on imports.
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Microsoft has confirmed that it will roll out 10 "autonomous agents” to complete tasks on behalf of people in areas such as sales, customer support and accounting.
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Hyundai has introduced the Inster Cross, a rugged electric crossover that blends urban-friendly dimensions with SUV-inspired design. Featuring durable front and rear bumpers, skid plates, and 17-inch alloy wheels, it's built for both city driving and weekend getaways. The Inster Cross offers two battery options: a 42kWh standard range with up to...
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Around A.D. 1000, Vikings explored North America, setting up a temporary outpost. However, they did not establish colonies due to conflicts with Indigenous peoples and harsh environmental conditions. Scholars suggest the Norse focused more on their Greenland colony than on permanent settlements. Geographic challenges and a lack of strong interest...
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The Global South is home to incredible biodiversity, yet its species are underrepresented in critical genomic databases used for conservation. Researchers, including Dr. Ethan Linck and Dr. Daniel Cadena, highlight the challenges faced by Southern researchers, including lack of funding and access to technology. They call for better collaborations...
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Solar maximum is the peak of solar activity in an approximately 11-year cycle. Currently, we are experiencing the solar maximum of Solar Cycle 25, which could last until 2026. This phase is characterized by an increase in sunspots and solar flares, impacting Earth through geomagnetic storms that can disrupt satellites, power grids, and...
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Honor Magic 7 series is scheduled to launch in China on October 30 as the successor to the Magic 6 series. Ahead of its impending debut, a tipster has suggested the specifications of the purported smartphone lineup, including details about its storage variants, colourways, security enhancements and the chipset.
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Vivo S20 could launch soon. It is expected to succeed the Vivo S19, which was unveiled in China in May. The Vivo S20 handset has not yet been officially confirmed, however, an upcoming Vivo smartphone, speculated to be the S20, has surfaced on a certification site. Meanwhile, key features of the purported phone, including display, camera, chipset...
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ChatGPT is being rolled out as a Windows app for paid subscribers, OpenAI announced last week. The artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot could earlier only be used via the web client, but with this move, users can access a dedicated app to use all the generative AI functionalities. Currently, the app is available as an early beta version to ChatGPT...
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Samsung's Galaxy S25 lineup is expected to go official early next year. As we wait for a formal launch announcement, dimensions for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra have surfaced online. The leak suggests that the upcoming phones will be slightly thinner than their Galaxy S24 counterparts. Additionally, aluminium dummies and...
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Apple Intelligence is the company's biggest bet for the iPhone 16 series and the newly launched iPad mini. The suite of artificial intelligence (AI) features will reportedly debut on October 28, integrating compatible devices with features such as Writing Tools, notification summaries, and more. However, as per a new report, Apple Intelligence...
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Google Play Store may be developing a new Download Manager which keeps a track and shows the recently downloaded apps on an Android device, according to a report. The feature was discovered during an APK teardown of a particular app version of the Google Play Store and is speculated to present Android users with a list that details the apps they...
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The on-pitch gameplay takes a few steps forward in the right direction, empowering the defensive side of the game, but EA Sports FC 25 stops short of taking necessary strides towards meaningful upgrades that could change the game for good.
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iQOO 13 is confirmed to launch in China later this month. Now, iQOO India head has teased the launch of the smartphone in India. It'll launch as a successor to the iQOO 12. The company had previously revealed the display details of the upcoming phone. Other features like the battery and charging specifications have also been confirmed by a senior...
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is set to arrive on October 25, but Activision reportedly has its eyes on the next Call of Duty already. A new leak has claimed that Call of Duty 2025 will be a sequel to Black Ops 2 set in 2030s.
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Amazfit Up open-ear true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones were unveiled on October 18 in select global markets. The open-ear design allow the drivers to direct sound toward the ear canal without obstructing it, while allowing users to stay aware of their surroundings. They come with a clip-on design that is claimed to help them stay in place.
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iQOO 13 is confirmed to launch in China soon. The Vivo sub-brand is yet to disclose the exact launch date, but it has shared several teasers on the Web giving us a sneak peek of the upcoming handset. It is confirmed to feature BOE's Q10 display and will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. The IQOO 13 will also come with the company's...
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The All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation (AICPDF) has asked the antitrust authority to investigate Zomato's Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy. The AICPDF has alleged that quick commerce firms were practising predatory pricing while also sidelining the traditional salespeople.
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted "accelerated approval" to 11 exchange-traded funds to list and trade options tied to spot bitcoin prices on the NYSE.
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WhatsApp for Android might be getting a new feature for its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Meta AI. As per a feature tracker, the instant messaging platform is adding a new chat memory feature that will let users ask the AI to remember specific information about themselves. Once a piece of information has been saved in the chatbot's memory,...
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Realme GT 7 Pro is confirmed to launch in China this month. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the purported handset was spotted on a benchmarking platform, revealing details about its processor, architecture and RAM. It is speculated to be powered by Qualcomm's upcoming flagship chipset which is expected to be unveiled at the Snapdragon Summit in...
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iPhone SE 4 is likely to launch early next year. There have been a lot of rumours about how the new budget iPhone might feature a new design compared to its predecessor. Earlier this month alleged case renders showed us the iPhone 7 Plus-inspired design for the new iPhone SE. Newly leaked images of iPhone SE 4 dummy units have now surfaced online...
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OnePlus has addressed the issues surrounding the green line on the displays and motherboard failure that have been widely reported to be plaguing its smartphones across India in recent months. In a conversation with an Indian publication, the Chinese original equipment manufacturer (OEM) reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring quality and consumer...
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India has a significant advantage in the era of artificial intelligence (AI), Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at the NDTV World Summit 2024 on Monday. Addressing the attendants, he highlighted that AI has the capability of reshaping the present and the future of the world, and India can play a pivotal role in its development and implementation....
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Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is coming to PC next year, Sony announced Friday. The action-adventure superhero title, that launched exclusively on PlayStation 5 in 2023, will release on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on January 30, 2025.
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IBM is looking to capitalise on the surge in enterprises adopting generative AI technology. 'Granite 3.0' models will be made open-source. This approach differs from rivals such as Microsoft that charge customers for access to their models.
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The overall crypto market cap rose by 1.76 percent in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ether logged notable gains on Monday, October 21. Ripple, Tron, and Avalanche saw profits alongside BTC and ETH on the price chart. Stellar and Cronos, meanwhile, registered losses.
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The iPhone 17 family is still a year away from launch, but latest rumours suggest that Apple could have something new up in its sleeves for next year's models. A well-known analyst states that iPhone 17 Pro models will come with a notable camera upgrade. Both iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are said to feature a new telephoto rear camera....
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OnePlus 13 is the purported successor to 2023's OnePlus 12 and is expected to make its debut in China later this month. Its launch date has now been confirmed, in addition to its design and colourways. The smartphone was also recently spotted during an e-sports event in China.
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HMD Fusion was unveiled in September this year at the IFA 2024. It can be paired with Smart Outfits, which are interchangeable covers that can add functionalities to the phone. The handset has an IP52-rated build and can be repaired using an iFixit kit. HMD has now teased the launch of a special edition variant of the phone in collaboration with...
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition will be available for purchase in select markets starting next week, the company announced on Monday. The new foldable smartphone is thinner and lighter than the standard Galaxy Z Fold 6 that debuted earlier this year. It also improves upon several of its features including the camera system and the display.
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The iPhone 16 Plus is for those who want the latest iPhone under a lakh but do not want a smaller screen and compromise on the battery front. The 16 Plus should appeal to heavy multimedia users who love to be on their phones while on the go. Here's our full review.
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A new study reveals that the Milky Way might be part of a much larger cosmic structure known as the Shapley Concentration, which is up to ten times larger than the previously identified Laniākea Supercluster. This finding challenges our understanding of the galaxy's position in the universe and could mean that Laniākea is just an outer section of...
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The STAR1 robot, developed by Chinese company Robot Era, has set a new record for bipedal robots by reaching a speed of 8 mph in the Gobi Desert. Thanks to AI-powered hardware and the added boost from sneakers, STAR1 was able to navigate challenging terrains, including gravel and grass, while maintaining its top speed for 34 minutes. This...
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An ambitious initiative in central Mexico is exploring the relocation of oyamel fir trees to secure the winter habitats of migrating monarch butterflies. Researchers have successfully planted hundreds of saplings at varying elevations to determine their survival rates in the face of climate change. With projections indicating a potential loss of...
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A study of more than 80,000 UK adults found that standing for extended periods without regular movement can raise the risk of circulatory issues like varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis. While standing desks are often seen as a healthier alternative to sitting, the research shows they don't reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke. Instead,...
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The newly discovered mini-moon, 2024 PT5, entered Earth's orbit on September 29, 2024, and will remain until November 25. This small asteroid, measuring around 10 metres, provides a unique opportunity for researchers to study near-Earth objects and explore the viability of space mining. Experts believe that asteroids contain precious metals, which...
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NASA's Perseverance rover has made a bizarre discovery on Mars: a rock that strikingly resembles a human head. Captured on 27 September 2024, the image showcases the rock's peculiar shape and orientation, which play tricks on our brains, a phenomenon known as pareidolia. This occurrence leads us to see familiar patterns, like faces, in random...
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Recent research led by Aman Agrawal, in collaboration with experts from the University of Chicago and University of Houston, uncovers the potential role rainwater played in stabilising protocells on early Earth. Their findings show how this helped prevent RNA leakage and uncontrolled mixing, allowing the formation of stable genetic material. This...
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Recent deep-sea explorations have unveiled a remarkable ecosystem thriving beneath the Pacific Ocean's floor. Scientists deployed a remotely operated vehicle to investigate hydrothermal vent sites along the East Pacific Rise, where two tectonic plates diverge. Beneath the seafloor, they discovered cavities harboring giant tubeworms—the largest...
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Scientists have discovered that Gliese 229B, the first brown dwarf discovered 30 years ago, is actually two brown dwarfs orbiting close to each other. This unexpected find was made using the Very Large Telescope in Chile, solving a long-standing puzzle about the object's dim appearance. The twins, Gliese 229Ba and Gliese 229Bb, orbit each other in...
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A study by Sandro Vattioni explores using 5 million tons of diamond dust annually to reduce global warming by 1.6ºC. Diamonds outperform sulfur in reflecting sunlight, but the method comes with an enormous price tag—$175 trillion. Despite its potential, experts like Douglas MacMartin question its feasibility due to costs, while others debate the...
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Mira Murati is said to be raising funds from venture capitalists for a new AI startup. The former OpenAI CTO, who spent over six years spearheading transformative projects like ChatGPT and DALL-E, is looking to build AI products based on proprietary models. It is not clear if Murati will assume the CEO role at the new venture.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra colour options have been leaked by a tipster, ahead of the launch of the handset. The successor to the Galaxy S24 Ultra is also expected to be available in four colourways. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is also expected to arrive in additional online-exclusive colourways, but these are currently under wraps.
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Flipkart Big Diwali 2024 Sale starts on Sunday (October 20) for Flipkart Plus and VIP customers and a day later for all other customers. It will run alongside the ongoing Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale. Here are some of the top discounts on several smartphones during the upcoming Flipkart sale event.
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Snapdragon 8 Elite (or Snapdragon 8 Gen 4) performance details have leaked online. it is said to offer a massive increase in performance compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while outperforming both MediaTek's recently launched Dimensity 9400 SoC and Apple's A18 Pro chip that powers the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
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iQOO 13 design has been leaked by a tipster in the form of live images that show us the display and metal edges of the upcoming phone. The iQOO 13 is anticipated to debut by the end of October as the brand's forthcoming flagship smartphone, and the company has already started teasing some of the device's specifications online.
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OnePlus 13 is yet to be announced as the successor to the OnePlus 12, but the handset has now appeared on several certification websites. These listings give us an idea of the specifications of the flagship smartphone, which is said to be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (or Snapdragon 8 Elite) chipset.
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Meta has released new AI models, including a "Self-Taught Evaluator" that could reduce human involvement in the AI development process. The tool was first introduced by Meta in an August paper, and it uses the same "chain of thought" technique used by OpenAI's recently released o1 models.
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Google's request to temporarily pause an order directing it to overhaul the Play Store to give consumers more choice over how they download software, was granted by a federal judge in California. The company had argued that the October 7 injunction would harm the company and introduce "serious safety, security and privacy risks into the Android...
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The show is based on creator Vijal Patel's own experiences of living in America as an Indian immigrant.
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The wash trading strategy used to boost the FBI-created token NexFundAI remains a common practice on decentralised-finance exchanges (dexes), and can be encountered on certain centralised exchanges as well, according to researcher Kaiko.
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Samsung Galaxy A36 5G — a potential successor to Galaxy A35 5G — is said to be in the works. Ahead of the formal debut, computer-aided design (CAD) renders of the handset have been shared online giving us our best look yet at the upcoming device. The renders suggest a new design language for the camera module that looks completely different...
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The Disney-Reliance business in India, including popular Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket, will only be available on Disney's Hotstar app, three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.
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An international research team has revealed that 70% of known meteorite falls originate from just three young asteroid families: Karin, Koronis, and Massalia. These families were formed by collisions in the main asteroid belt approximately 5.8, 7.5, and 40 million years ago. The Massalia family alone accounts for 37% of meteorites. This significant...
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A recent study by scientists at the German Primate Center has made significant strides in the development of brain-computer interfaces for controlling prosthetic hands. By training rhesus monkeys to use neural signals for hand posture control, the researchers have shifted focus from movement velocity to hand position, resulting in improved fine...
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Flipkart Big Diwali 2024 sale is set to kick off soon, bringing with it an array of deals and discounts on smartphones and other consumer electronics products. Meanwhile, Flipkart Plus and VIP users will be able to access Big Diwali 2024 sale deals a day before other customers. Buyers can also avail of additional discounts using select bank cards...
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Honor X7c has been launched in Azerbaijan as a successor to the Honor X7b. The new phone runs on the octa-core Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC and boasts a 6.77-inch display. It also packs a 6,000mAh battery and has a dual rear camera unit, led by a 108-megapixel primary sensor. The Honor X7c gets an IP64 rating as well.
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Apple's newest iPhones in China are up 20 percent in their first three weeks compared with 2023's model. As pointed out by Counterpoint Research, Consumers continue to shift to the pricier models, and sales of the top-end Pro and Pro Max models gained 44 percent compared with last year's equivalents.
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The OnePlus 12R and OnePlus 12 are available at a starting price of Rs 37,999 and Rs 61,999 during the festive sale. Both models offer some premium design language and come equipped with the latest hardware. In this comparison, we will talk in-depth about both the models and which one you should consider during this festive season.
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Engaging in creative activities, such as painting, music, and writing, provides numerous benefits for brain health and emotional resilience. Research in neuroarts demonstrates that creativity enhances cognitive functions, improves memory retention, and reduces anxiety levels. Simple creative outlets like doodling or crafting can significantly aid...
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Chainalysis released its '2024 Global Crypto Adoption Index' this week, with India ranking first among 151 nations. India leads in overall crypto adoption, centralized service value, and retail centralised service value.
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Acer has launched the Nitro V 16 gaming laptop in India. The new laptop, claimed to be designed for gamers and creators, is available in two configurations with 14th-generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors. It is also equipped with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 graphics processing unit (GPU). The Acer Nitro V 16 with Intel Core i5 14450HX CPU is...
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The Orionid meteor shower will reach its peak on October 21, 2024, offering stargazers the chance to witness up to 23 meteors per hour, as Earth travels through debris left by Halley's comet. This annual event runs from September 26 to November 22, showcasing some of the year's brightest and fastest meteors, travelling at about 41 miles per second....
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NASA's latest study proposes that meltwater beneath Mars' icy surface could sustain microbial life. Researchers utilised advanced computer modelling to demonstrate that sunlight can penetrate water ice enough to allow photosynthesis in shallow meltwater pools. These pools, which may form in the Martian tropics, could provide a protective...
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The GoPro Hero 13 Black, which launched late last month, is not a major upgrade over last year's Hero 12 Black, but there's a new magnetic mount system, a slightly larger battery with better runtime, and a minor design change. There are also the new HB-series lenses and ND filters made for the new GoPro. So, should you buy the new Hero 13 Black?...
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Apple says developers in the European Union (EU) must now provide the company with their contact details, in order to comply with the EU's Digital Services Act. This contact information will appear under individual app listings, and developers who miss the deadline will have their apps unlisted from the App Store in the EU.
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Xiaomi may be developing a small-screen smartphone for the company's sub-brand Redmi which would offer near-flagship level performance, according to claims by a tipster. The purported Redmi device is speculated to have a compact form factor and could feature a similar screen size as the Xiaomi 14 which is part of the company's flagship smartphone...
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Alan Wake 2's expansion, The Lake House, will be released October 22, Remedy Entertainment announced Thursday. The second and final expansion for the acclaimed survival-horror title will deepen the base game's connection with other Remedy titles in a shared universe.
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Primebook Gen 2 launch in India may take place soon, according to a report. The Android-based laptop is expected to arrive as the successor to the Primebook which made its debut in the country in March 2023. It is rumoured to run on a version of Android 14 and come in four variants: two yoga-style and two clamshell-style devices, offered in...
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Vivo X Fold 4 — Vivo's next purported foldable is not expected to arrive until next year, but it has reportedly been spotted on the TENAA website. The listing suggests the model number and a few specifications of the upcoming handset. The Vivo X Fold 4 appears to ship with a larger battery than the Vivo X Fold 3.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the visionary behind the project, announced on October 17 that Worldcoin has been rebranded as 'World.' The rebranding comes alongside the launch of several new initiatives, revealed by the tech mogul this week at a Worldcoin event held in San Francisco, US.
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The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted new rules mandating that all mobile phones released in the country must be compatible with hearing aids and adhere to volume control standards that allow users to hear sounds at a louder volume without introducing distortion. This initiative seeks to enhance accessibility for the 48 million...
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Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have introduced an innovative approach to data storage by encasing DNA in a material resembling amber. This method offers long-term preservation and easy retrieval, making it a potential game changer in the field of data storage. The technique builds on the concept popularised by the film...
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A recent study has revealed that some ancient humans did not retreat from Central Europe during the last ice age. Instead, they adapted to the harsh conditions, similar to species like brown bears and wolves. Led by Oxala García-Rodríguez from Bournemouth University, the study utilised genetic data to show how humans thrived in frigid climates,...
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Infinix has launched it's first foldable phone in India, called the Zero Flip. It gets a large 3.64-inch cover display, a 6.9-inch flexible inner panel, and a good design. The phone also features three 50-megapixel cameras. We spent a few hours using the phone and here are our first impressions.
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iPad Mini (2024) is equipped with Apple's A17 Pro chip, the same processor found in the iPhone 15 Pro models. However, Apple may have equipped the iPad Mini (2024) with a 'binned' version of the chip from its previous generation flagship smartphone, according to the company's technical specifications for both devices.
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Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 5G could launch in India soon, the company teased on social media on Thursday. The foldable smartphone made its global debut on September 13, boasting features such as MediaTek Dimensity chipset, AMOLED display and 50-megapixel camera. In recent weeks, the rumour mill has suggested that the Phantom V Fold 2 5G could mark its...
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Google is moving the team behind its Gemini AI assistant app to its DeepMind research lab. Over the last six months, Google has been consolidating its AI-focused teams, seeking to improve the Gemini models to challenge the likes of OpenAI and Anthropic.
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Realme GT 7 Pro will go official before the end of this month in China. While the exact launch date of the phone is still under wraps, a well-known tipster has now suggested the India launch timeline of the Realme GT 7 Pro. It is said to be the first handset in India to incorporate Qualcomm's forthcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite chip aka Snapdragon 8 Gen...
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Meta has joined forces with Blumhouse Productions to put its new generative AI video model Movie Gen to the test. With the partnership, Meta is signaling how it aims to collaborate with creative industries.
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Scientists at Penn State and the SETI Institute have developed a new method to search for interplanetary radio signals from planets in the TRAPPIST-1 system. Using the Allen Telescope Array, they scanned this system for nearly 28 hours but did not find evidence of alien communication. This project, however, has introduced a new way of detecting...
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The Asus Zenbook S16 has a premium and sleek design language. The laptop packs a 16-inch 3K OLED display that offers punchy colours. It also features a powerful AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processor that can deliver top-notch performance and provides a long-lasting battery life. The device also features a decent keyboard with short key travel and a...
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Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii received a new trailer at the Xbox Partner Preview event Thursday, highlighting the game's naval combat. The trailer showed off ship battles, melee skirmishes and more of Goro Majima's eccentric adventures. Developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio also announced that the action-adventure Yakuza spin-off will now be...
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Samsung developing a feature that would allow customers to control various smartphone settings through Galaxy AI, instead of using the traditional settings menu, according to a report. Meanwhile, the company's keyboard and camera apps will reportedly be updated with AI improvements.
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Infinix Inbook Air Pro+ was launched in India on Thursday. Inbook AirPro+ comes equipped with a 120Hz OLED display, Intel Core i5 chipset, 16GB of RAM and USB Type-C charging. The laptop also gets support for artificial intelligence (AI) features courtesy of a dedicated Copilot key. Infinix claims it is the "slimmest and lightest” 14-inch OLED...
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G launched in India on Friday weeks after it went on sale in France. Samsung is assuring six generations of software updates and six years of security updates for the Galaxy A16. It features a 6.7-inch display with 90Hz refresh rate, a triple rear camera setup, and an IP54 dust and water resistance rating.
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ColorOS 15 — the new operating system (OS) for Oppo and OnePlus smartphones — was unveiled on Thursday. Based on the latest Android 15, the update introduces enhanced visual elements with texture interpretation, detailed animations and new themes. It also enables easy file transfers between Oppo devices and iPhone models, courtesy of the O+...
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OnePlus 13 is expected to be launched in China this month as the successor to 2023's OnePlus 12. Ahead of its debut, leaks about the purported handset have begun to intensify and the latest revelation is a big one. Official-looking renders of the OnePlus 13 have surfaced on social media, hinting at its design which appears similar to its...
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Archaeologists have unearthed a 2,000-year-old tomb beneath Petra's iconic Treasury, revealing 12 skeletons and a treasure trove of ancient artefacts. The discovery offers new insights into the burial practices of the Nabataean civilisation, dating back to between the mid-first century B.C. and the early second century A.D. Pottery, jewellery, and...
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NASA and NOAA report that the Sun has reached its most active phase in the 11-year solar cycle, known as solar maximum. This period increases solar storms, affecting satellites, astronauts, and Earth's communication and power systems. While the exact peak won't be confirmed for months, solar activity is expected to remain high for the next year.
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OxygenOS 15 release date has been confirmed by the company. The global launch date for OxygenOS 15 has been scheduled for later this month, and will begin rolling out to eligible OnePlus smartphone and tablet models in a phased manner. OnePlus has also teased a redesigned interface, multitasking improvements, and smoother animations along with new...
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Web3 venture firm Hashed Emergent is bringing back the India Blockchain Week (IBW) for its second edition. As part of this initiative, multiple events have been put in the pipeline for startups and developers to showcase their Web3 protocols. Some of the events include the IBW chain-agnostic Hackathon, IBW Web3 Demo Day, and ETH India Hackathon...
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Apple Business Connect has been updated with Business Caller ID, Branded Mail, and the ability to see brand information while using Tap to Pay on iPhone. These features will be available to all businesses even if they do not have a physical presence, according to Apple.
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Rachel Bloom's Death, Let Me Do My Special on Netflix is the only stand-up comedy special releasing this week
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The Asia unit of the Financial Stability Board (FSB) convened in Hong Kong this week, co-chaired by Eddie Yue, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and P. Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
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While the launch timeline of the upcoming OnePlus 13 has yet to be announced, leaks about the upcoming flagship have begun to intensify. OnePlus recently confirmed that it will be utilising a BOE-made display for its upcoming flagship, tagged as the OnePlus 13. Now, we have some more interesting details about the display. It will have a feature...
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Apple and Chinese automaker BYD, as per people familiar with the situation, teamed up around 2017 to build a battery system using lithium iron phosphate cells. The technology was designed to be longer-range and safer than typical electric-vehicle batteries at the time.
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Xiaomi has reportedly patented a smart ring that can automatically adjust its size to fir a wearer's finger. Unlike smartwatches with adjustable straps, smart rings require selection of a precise size for the wearer and do not account for changes in a person's ring size over time. Xiaomi's smart ring could provide a solution to this problem.
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Realme UI 6.0 for supported Realme devices in China will begin rollout next month, the company announced. The Realme GT 5 Pro will be one of the first smartphones to get it. The update was first announced to arrive in the country in October and while it that may still happen, the stable release of Realme UI 6.0 will not be rolled out until...
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Xiaomi 15 is expected to launch in China as part of the company's latest flagship smartphone lineup alongside the purported Xiaomi 15 Pro and 15 Ultra models. The successor to 2023's Xiaomi 14 may come with Qualcomm's purported Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, ubiquitously known as Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, according to claims by a tipster.
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A recent study led by Dr Wen Zhou from the Chinese Academy of Sciences reveals that humans can detect changes in smells much faster than previously believed. Participants demonstrated the ability to discern the order of scents with impressive accuracy, even at intervals as short as 40 milliseconds. This finding suggests that our olfactory system is...
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The first stunning images from the European Space Agency's Euclid telescope reveal a mosaic of over 14 million galaxies, marking just 1% of its cosmic atlas. Captured over two weeks, this vast collection aims to enhance our understanding of dark matter and dark energy, contributing to the largest and most accurate map of the universe yet. The...
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China has revealed plans to construct a lunar space station, with the goal of exploring habitable planets and searching for extraterrestrial life. The country will launch a manned lunar mission in the next few years as part of its long-term space programme, which spans from 2024 to 2050. China's key priorities include studying planetary...
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Honor Pad GT Pro has been launched in China. The flagship tablet made its debut alongside the Honor X60 and X60 Pro in the country on Wednesday and boasts features such as a 144Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, and an eight-speaker setup.
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MIT researchers have created 3D-printed logic gates that perform switching functions without semiconductors. This development could lead to more accessible electronics manufacturing, allowing devices to be printed outside traditional facilities. Though not yet comparable to silicon-based components, these printed devices are a significant step...
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A recent study led by Quanzhi Ye, an astronomer at the University of Maryland, reveals that the Taurid Meteoroid Complex, a debris stream linked to past Earth impacts, poses less danger than previously thought. Ye's team found fewer large asteroids in the stream, reducing the risk of a catastrophic collision with Earth. While these findings offer...
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The total crypto market valuation climbed by 0.74 percent in the past 24 hours, with Bitcoin nearing higher price levels, as experts anticipate gains ahead of the upcoming US Presidential elections. On Thursday, October 17, Ether, Dogecoin, and Cardano also posted profits alongside Bitcoin.
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