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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang says China is gaining in AI, calls rival Huawei ‘formidable’

May 1, 2025

Nvidia has argued that export controls on chips sales to China and other countries threaten the US’ dominant position in the AI race.

May 1, 2025

Under Rs 30,000: Top 5 smartphones from OnePlus, Nothing, motorola, realme, and iQOO

May 1, 2025

Looking for the best Android smartphones under Rs 30,000 in May 2025? Check out our handpicked list of top-performing, camera-focused, and all-rounder devices that deliver great value without breaking the bank.

May 4, 2025

Is using AI for job interviews cheating? Here’s what Amazon, Dell, Uber employees say

May 1, 2025

The report by Blind suggests that more people secretly used AI in interviews at companies like Uber, Tesla, Bloomberg, Pinterest, Apple, Intel, etc.

May 2, 2025

Google Search remedies trial: 5 key moments from Sundar Pichai’s testimony

May 1, 2025

Sundar Pichai had led the team that created Google Chrome before he was picked as CEO. Here are the most telling moments from his testimony.

May 2, 2025

Over 30% of Microsoft’s code is now AI-generated, says CEO Satya Nadella

May 1, 2025

Nadella’s remarks come amid a growing debate in the tech industry over vibe-coding and the impact of AI on software development job roles.

May 1, 2025

Android 16’s hidden UI overhaul suggests redesigned quick settings panel, background blur effects, and more

May 1, 2025

Google is expected to unveil Android 16’s hidden UI features, including a revamped settings panel, new volume controls, and a redesigned lock screen, at The Android Show: I/O Edition.

May 1, 2025

Amazon India to hold ninth Prime Day event in July 2025: Here’s what we know

April 30, 2025

Amazon’s 9th Prime Day event is coming back in July with offers for Prime members on products by big brands and trending items.

April 30, 2025

Flipkart Double Crazy Sale 2025: Smart TVs by Kodak and Blaupunkt for under Rs 5,999

April 30, 2025

The smart TVs are available in various sizes and nearly all of them come with Google TV support with various OTT apps pre-loaded. Here is what to know about the deals.

May 1, 2025

Duolingo to stop working with contractors as part of ‘AI-first’ approach

April 30, 2025

Duolingo’s pivot away from human language experts comes amid growing fears about the impact of AI on a wide variety of job roles.

April 30, 2025

Amazon Great Summer Sale 2025: Galaxy S24 Ultra at Rs 84,999, iPhone 15 at Rs 57,749, and more tech deals

April 30, 2025

The Amazon Great Summer Sale 2025 starts May 1, offering major discounts on top smartphones and accessories.

April 30, 2025

Perplexity’s AI agent-driven browser ‘Comet’ might be launched soon: What we know so far

April 30, 2025

In the lead-up to the launch, Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas has outlined Comet browser’s foundation and laid out scenarios for how ads might work.

May 1, 2025

Meta’s standalone AI app delivers a social media-like experience with support for voice mode

April 30, 2025

The app offers a personalised AI experience and deeper integration with various Meta platforms and devices.

April 30, 2025

After Meta AI, OpenAI’s ChatGPT found to engage in sexual chats with minors: Report

April 30, 2025

OpenAI has sought to shed some of the guardrails around ChatGPT and make its responses more permissive in recent months.

May 1, 2025

Amazon unveils fastest Kindle Paperwhite with 12-week battery life for Rs 16,999

April 30, 2025

The all-new Kindle Paperwhite in India features a larger display, a thinner design, and up to 12 weeks of battery life.

May 1, 2025

Five new creator-focused features coming to YouTube Shorts soon

April 30, 2025

If you are a content creator on YouTube or just starting out, here’s what you need to know about new features coming to Shorts soon.

April 29, 2025

Samsung brings instant Gemini access to Galaxy A phones via side button

April 29, 2025

In partnership with Google, Samsung is making it easier for more users to access Gemini with a simple press and hold of the side button.

April 29, 2025

Travel tech essentials for summer 2025: Smart gadgets for beaches, road trips, and camps

April 29, 2025

Exciting as these trips can be, it doesn’t take much for the thrill to turn into inconvenience if you forget your travel essentials.

April 30, 2025

As quantum computing race heats up, 5 startups to watch beyond Big Tech

April 29, 2025

Here is a look at startups such as PsiQuantum, Pasqal, and Rigetti Computing that are driving innovation in quantum chip development.

April 30, 2025

HMD, Lava to launch feature phones with direct-to-mobile technology

April 29, 2025

Developed in collaboration with Tejas Networks and powered by Saankhya's SL3000 chipset, these phones can stream content without internet access.

May 1, 2025

Truecaller launches new ‘Scamfeed’ feature designed to crowdsource scam alerts

April 29, 2025

Truecaller’s Scamfeed is designed as a community forum where users can see if a phone number has been reported, share their own experiences, and exchange tips

April 29, 2025

Google to showcase Android 16 at ‘The Android Show: I/O Edition’ on May 13

April 29, 2025

A whole new event to unveil the next iteration of Android.

April 30, 2025

OpenAI upgrades ChatGPT Search with personalised shopping features for all users

April 29, 2025

ChatGPT’s ad-free search results now display product images, prices, reviews, and direct links to purchase.

April 29, 2025

Voice and video calling coming soon to WhatsApp web apps for Windows and MacOS

April 29, 2025

WhatsApp web voice calling: Meta has begun testing voice and video calling on the WhatsApp web client for Windows and macOS, enabling users to make and receive calls directly from their computers.

April 29, 2025

Perplexity AI chatbot is now available on WhatsApp, more features to follow

April 29, 2025

Perplexity AI is now available directly on WhatsApp, allowing users to access its AI-powered answering service without downloading a separate app or signing up.

May 2, 2025