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Vivo launches the X200 Pro series powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9400 SoC; Check price, specifications
The Vivo X200 series also boasts triple rear cameras co-engineered with Zeiss, with the Pro model featuring Vivo’s in-house V3+ imaging chip. The X200 series also features new age, massive batteries
Apple’s new AI-powered ‘Layered Recordings’ in iOS 18.2 update, makes Voice Memos the ultimate recording studio
The AI-driven feature, called "Layered Recordings," allows users to simultaneously record vocals and instruments using the iPhone's speaker and the microphones on the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. The feature works thanks to the A18 Pro chip and machine learning
Google announces Gemini 2.0, to come with major AI Agent capabilities
The first model available, Gemini 2.0 Flash, is already outperforming its predecessor, Gemini 1.5 Pro, on crucial benchmarks such as code generation, factual accuracy, math, and reasoning—all while processing data at twice the speed
Google lobbying FTC to break up Microsoft & OpenAI's cloud deal
Google argues that Microsoft’s exclusive position as the cloud provider for OpenAI’s popular models, such as ChatGPT, could unfairly limit market competition and lead to higher costs for businesses looking to access OpenAI's technology
Bluesky is testing paid subscription features, may introduce paid tier like Elon Musk's X
According to Bluesky’s GitHub page, the team is experimenting with several paid add-ons, which could include a profile badge, enhanced analytics, longer video uploads, and more profile customisation options
SpaceX is now more valuable than McDonald's, Coca-Cola, Elon Musk becomes richest person of our era
This surge in SpaceX's valuation comes after a secondary share sale, which has contributed to the company's growing financial strength. SpaceX has reached a valuation of $350 billion, with Musk's personal wealth now standing at $400 billion
Apple 2024 App Store Award winners: Kino wins iPhone app the of the year, Lightroom wins for Macs
The winners were chosen from a list of 45 finalists that Apple previously announced, and they each receive a shiny, bright blue App of the Year trophy. The list this year features 17 apps and games that have been recognised as the best across various categories
Apple launches iOS 18.2, Apple Intelligence finally gets ChatGPT-powered Siri, Image Playground and more
The iOS 18.2 update, with build number 22C152, includes several key additions, most notably in image generation using AI. Users can expect more advanced features that leverage Apple's generative AI tools, which were first introduced in the previous update
Elon Musk's Tesla seeks showroom space in New Delhi, may be rethinking Indian market entry
Recent policy changes by the Indian government, aimed at attracting global automakers, could allow Tesla to import certain EVs at a reduced 15% tax rate if it commits to local investments
Google to partner with NCERT, launch edu-channels on YouTube in 29 Indian languages
Google's partnership with NCERT will introduce dedicated YouTube channels for students from grades 1 to 12, offering content in 29 Indian languages, including Indian Sign Language. Google is also working with the NPTEL to offer certified courses on YouTube
Google's Year in Search: From K-dramas to the Olympics, what piqued India's interest this year?
Sports continued to dominate Indian searches, with cricket leading the way. Matches such as India vs England and India vs Bangladesh were trending topics, alongside the IPL and Pro Kabaddi League. Globally, the Olympics, T20 World Cup, and Copa America also grabbed attention
Amazon Autos: E-commerce giant is now a car dealership, starts selling Hyundai cars in 48 US cities
Through Amazon Autos, customers can filter cars by make, model, trim, colour, and features. The platform also provides transparent pricing and an instant trade-in evaluation for current vehicles, calculated by an independent third party
Apple's budget iPhone SE 4 set to come with OLED display, 48MP rear camera claims reports
The iPhone SE 4, rumoured to launch in March 2025, is expected to borrow heavily from the tech seen in Apple’s iPhone 16 series devices. The introduction of an OLED screen and advanced camera technology could make this model a standout among budget smartphones
Google invests big in clean energy company as it looks to aggressively expand AI data centres
Google, TPG Rise Climate and other backers, are participating in a funding round in Intersect Power worth over $800 million. This move aligns with Google's strategy to expand its data centre network, driven by a surge in demand for AI and cloud services
OpenAI CFO believes Elon Musk will prioritise national interest over everything, sees Trump as the AI President
OpenAI’s Chief Financial Officer, Sarah Friar has dubbed President-elect Donald Trump as potentially the “AI president.” At the same time, Friar addressed public concerns regarding Elon Musk, claiming that she is confident that Musk would prioritise national interests while competing fairly
Scammers love ruining Christmas and New Year’s. Meta’s anti-scam awareness campaign is here to save the day
Holiday scams often come in various shapes and sizes, and Meta has outlined the most common ones to keep an eye on. One popular tactic involves fake holiday coupons and gift cards
Lenovo launches ThinkPad T14s Gen 6, a pro-grade laptop with up to 60 TOPs of AI performance
Designed for creators and innovators, the ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 runs on AMD’s RDNA 3.5 architecture for stellar performance. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 processor ensures smooth multitasking with its eight high-performance "Zen 5" cores and cutting-edge 4nm architecture
Xiaomi dreams big in EVs, plans to take on Tesla with a massive SUV set to launch in summer '25
The YU7 represents a significant step in Xiaomi’s $10 billion EV project, which billionaire founder Lei Jun has described as his final entrepreneurial venture. The company entered the EV market earlier this year with the SU7 sedan, a $30,000-plus vehicle reminiscent of Tesla’s Model 3
Uber to roll out robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi soon, plans to go for completely driverless rides in 2025
The Abu Dhabi launch is part of Uber’s broader push to expand its presence in the autonomous vehicle market. The company already operates self-driving ride services in the US and plans to increase its partnerships with tech firms specialising in this field
Facebook’s UK office laid off over 700 workers, reduced tax bill to aggressively cut costs last year
Meta has channelled its energy into artificial intelligence, predicting capital expenditure could reach $50 billion next year. The Meta AI assistant, already boasts over 500 million active users. However, user growth across Meta’s platforms has been slower than analysts hoped
OpenAI publically launches Sora its text-to-video AI generator for ChatGPT Plus and Pro users
Initially introduced in February as a limited research preview, Sora Turbo is now being rolled out to regions where ChatGPT is active, excluding the EU, UK, and Switzerland for the time being. The service is included in existing subscription plans at no extra cost
Google's new quantum chip is mindboggling, dwarves the fastest supercomputers we have today by miles
Google's Willow quantum processor claims to solve problems in 5 minutes what the world's fastest super computer will take 10,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 years. Naturally, Google is hailing Willow as a major milestone
Apple, Sony to join forces to turn Vision Pro into gaming console, working to develop controllers
Apple is said to be engaging with third-party developers to bring more VR games to its platform, even offering controller support as a selling point. There’s also speculation that Apple might provide funding to kickstart the development of new programmes for the Vision Pro
Apple to launch more Apple Intelligence features with iOS 18.2. Here's what to expect
The upcoming release of iOS 18.2 promises a bunch of creative and practical tools like Genmoji, Image Playground, and ChatGPT integration, all aimed at enhancing how users interact with their devices
UnitedHealthcare CEO was murdered using homemade 3D-printed ‘ghost’ gun, first such case in US
Although described as a 3D-printed weapon, the firearm in question isn’t entirely manufactured using a printer. Experts explained that these guns typically feature hybrid designs, combining 3D-printed frames with traditional metal components like springs and tubing
China hits back at US, initiates antitrust investigation in NVIDIA’s AI chip dominance
The probe, led by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), scrutinises NVIDIA’s $6.9 billion acquisition of Mellanox Technologies in 2019, which was approved by Beijing in 2020 under strict conditions to ensure non-discriminatory access to products for the Chinese market
BYD to outsell Ford, Honda, beat 2024 sales goals heartily as Tesla continues to struggle in China
By the end of November, BYD had already delivered 3.76 million vehicles, including over 500,000 units in November alone, putting it on track to surpass its 4 million sales goal for the year
OpenAI employee claims they have already achieved AGI, keeping it under wraps
Just days after the release of its latest model, "O1," a technical team member from OpenAI stirred the pot by suggesting that the company has already crossed the AGI threshold. He claims OpenAI’s systems are now “better than most humans at most tasks.”
How banks are using satellite images to determine farmers' income & repayment capacity
Some companies provide satellite-based risk scores and ratings at both farm and village levels. Combined with climatic data on rainfall, temperature, and humidity, these insights allow banks to gauge a farmer’s income potential and repayment capacity with greater precision
Redmi launches its Note 14 series in India starting at Rs 18,999; Check pricing, specs and features
Redmi has officially launched its much awaited Noted 14 series, which comprises of the Redmi Note 14 Pro+, Redmi Note 14 Pro, and the Redmi Note 14. The Redmi Note 14 starts at Rs 18,999, the Note 14 Pro at Rs 24,999, and the top of the line Note 14 Pro+ at Rs 30,999, without offers