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Apple offers extra investment to remove iPhone ban in Indonesia, Bandung plant gets $10mn boost
Apple's investment would be directed towards a plant in Bandung, located southeast of Jakarta, in collaboration with Apple’s network of suppliers. This facility is expected to produce components and accessories for Apple’s array of products
How bees thwarted Meta’s plan for a nuclear-powered AI data centre
Environmental regulators halted Meta's ambitious plan to power its AI data centre using nuclear power, after surveyors discovered an unspecified species of bees on the land slated for development
Apple to start manufacturing iPhone 17 early in India, shift key production away from China
Apple is undertaking its "New Production Introduction" (NPI) process for the iPhone 17 at an Indian facility. Traditionally, Apple has managed this phase in China due to the strong supply chain infrastructure there
Apple's budget Vision Pro to be launched after 2027, current VR headset to get a midway update
Apple’s plans for a cheaper Vision Pro have been pushed back. Apple has postponed the launch of the budget version until beyond 2027. The only major update on the horizon is the M5-equipped Vision Pro, which could make its debut in 2025
OpenAI engages in talks with California officials to become for-profit company
Despite the shift, the original non-profit entity would continue to exist, retaining a minority stake in the new for-profit company. Such a change would impact how OpenAI manages AI risks, with adjustments to its governance model likely needed
Elon Musk, X are at the centre of US election misinformation, finds study by anti-hate group
Experts in election security and misinformation pointed out that X is increasingly influential in the dissemination of misleading narratives, particularly in swing states that are expected to be pivotal in the upcoming presidential contest
iPhone 16 Pro Max Review: Too Pro, too Max, unapologetically overindulgent, especially with Apple Intelligence
Although the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max was launched without Apple Intelligence promised, it is more smartphone than anyone could possibly need. With Apple’s AI now available in iOS 18.2 Beta, the 16 Pro Max is turning out to be quite the beast
Apple iPhone 16 Review: The most Pro a standard iPhone has ever been
With the iPhone 16, Apple has made the line dividing its Pro lineup and standard models thinner than ever. Featuring a similar SoC, most of its features, and the same Apple Intelligence capabilities as the Pro versions, one has to ask themselves, why would anyone go for the Pro devices?
Scientists find new way of generating electricity using recycled polystyrene material
The new method repurposes waste polystyrene to harness static electricity. A thin patch made from layers of polystyrene, each just one-tenth the thickness of a human hair, can generate static electricity simply from wind or air blowing across their surface
ChatGPT-5 won’t be coming in 2025, but superintelligence achievable today, says Sam Altman
While ChatGPT-5 won’t be dropping next year, OpenAI has some big plans up its sleeve. From more interactive AI features to pushing towards AGI, the company is definitely gearing up for some major shifts
China launched major botnet that's attacking users all over the world, reveals Microsoft
According to Microsoft, the main objective of this botnet campaign by China appears to be espionage, as the targets include high-value entities such as think tanks, government bodies, NGOs, law firms, and defence industries
Apple to open 4 new Apple Stores in India, confirms CEO Tim Cook
At present, India hosts only two official Apple Stores: one in BKC, Mumbai, and another in DLF Saket, New Delhi. Cook expressed excitement during the recent earnings call, stating that after opening two new stores earlier in the year, Apple is eager to continue expanding in India
Trying ChatGPT’s SearchGPT made me realise I might soon never 'Google' anything ever again
Now, with access to real-time web data, ChatGPT has evolved into a sharper, more reliable tool, sparking thoughts that perhaps traditional search engines might soon face a serious rival
Microsoft plans to make data centres out of wood in latest push to cut emissions
Microsoft's move to try CLT in construction of data centres and replace carbon-heavy materials like steel and concrete which are known for their significant emissions footprint, is to explore more eco-friendly options
Best phones under Rs 100,000 (Oct-Nov 2024): Apple iPhone 16, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra to Google Pixel 8 Pro
Looking for a great deal on a flagship smartphone? This may be your last change this festive season.
Best phones under Rs 75,000 (Oct-Nov 2024): Apple iPhone 15, OnePlus 12 to Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 5G
Yet to clinch that festive deal on a premium smartphone? Here are your top options.
Gigabyte cracks new overclocking record with Z890 Aorus Tachyon Ice Motherboard rated at DDR5-10600 RAM
With the support of Vcolor CUDIMM 24GB x 2 modules, HiCookie’s record-breaking achievement highlights the unmatched potential of the Aorus Tachyon Ice when paired with the latest Intel processors
Online e-challan scams see a massive spurt around Diwali weekend. Here's how to stay safe
E-challan scams can be tricky to detect, as they often closely mimic legitimate messages. Fraudsters send SMS or messages claiming that the recipient must urgently pay traffic fines via the ‘eChallan Parivahan’
GoI eases sustainability requirements for AI GPU tenders after pushback from data centre operators
Many Indian data centres, traditionally built with PUE values ranging from 1.4 to 1.7, were facing difficulties in complying with the mandated a PUE of less than 1.35. Data centre operators had argued that requiring such stringent PUE compliance would necessitate substantial capital expenditure
Russia fines Google $2.5 decillion — more money than the $100 trillion GDP of the entire world
One undecillion is a digit, followed by whopping 66 zeros, if we follow the British numbering system, or 33 if we follow the Americans. Either way, this is a sum that vastly exceeds the estimated $100 trillion GDP of the entire world. For obvious reasons, Google is unlikely to ever pay the fine
A Trump presidency may mean trouble for ChatGPT & other 'woke' AI models, thanks to Elon Musk
Elon Musk, who has been a very vocal supporter of Donald Trump, and has often been seen at his rallies, heads xAI — a competitor to OpenAI, Google, and Meta. Naturally, Musk has a vested interest in positioning his AI as distinct from competitors
Israel's new high-tech defence solution ‘Iron Beam’ is set to join the Iron Dome. How does it work?
Israel's Iron Beam is a cutting-edge laser-based defence system designed to intercept short-range threats like rockets, mortars, and drones. It will be entered into active service from 2025, with an initial investment of $500 million
Meta’s Q3 profit grows by 35% thanks to strong ad revenue and massive AI adoption
Meta's surge in profit largely stemmed from Meta’s AI-powered initiatives, which have supercharged user engagement on its platforms. AI tools have been showing users more of what they love and have made ads, especially on its short-video platform Reels, notably more effective
Apple’s iOS 18 makes Diwali more inclusive, thanks to a ton of accessibility features
Some of the latest features in iOS 18 can ensure that everyone, regardless of physical or cognitive abilities, can dive into the celebration’s warmth and colour this Diwali
Apple launches new MacBook Pro series with M4 chips in India, starts at Rs 1,69,900
In terms of processing muscle, the M4 chips enhance performance with a focus on AI workloads and machine learning. The M4 Pro and M4 Max models cater specifically to demanding tasks like video editing and 3D rendering, with up to 128GB of unified memory on the M4 Max model
Google already generates 25% of its code using AI, reveals Sundar Pichai at earnings call
While AI tools are enhancing productivity and allowing Google’s engineers to work faster, human programmers are still responsible for overseeing the AI-generated code to ensure quality and maintain standards
India’s re-commerce gains momentum: How Cashify is cashing in on India’s love for pre-loved phones
Despite the “stigma” once associated with second-hand devices, consumers are now seeing the value in pre-loved gadgets. Cashify is capitalising on this shift by providing affordable, sustainable, and premium smartphones to tech-savvy buyers
3 Pro photographers break down how to take awesome photos and videos with your iPhone this Diwali
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is equipped with a 48MP Fusion camera, an impressive 5X Telephoto lens, and a 48MP Ultra Wide sensor, giving you four lenses in your pocket. Plus, with Photo Styles, you can personalise your images with elegant touches, adding depth and character to every frame
MG Motor under Indian government’s scrutiny over ties with China, EV expansion plans on hold
JSW MG Motor India says it has obtained all necessary clearances required to complete the transaction and hopes that the government will approve its request. The company emphasised that support from the PLI scheme would play a crucial role in th the growth of its EV manufacturing
Reddit profitable for the first time, shares jump 25% after Q3 results, strong revenue forecast
Reddit also reported a surge in daily users, hitting 97.2 million active users during the past few months, representing a 47 per cent jump year-over-year. However, the company made steady progress, trimming that loss to $10 million last quarter