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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and several other company executives hosted an ask-me-anything (AMA) session on Thursday. The session was hosted on the social networking platform Reddit and users were told to ask questions about the AI firm’s products such as ChatGPT or general queries about artificial intelligence (AI) and artificial general intelligence (AGI). During the

Apple Inc. agreed to buy software maker Pixelmator, adding a popular high-end photo-editing app to its lineup. Pixelmator announced the acquisition on its blog Friday, saying its Lithuania-based team would be joining Apple. The 17-year-old company — founded by brothers Saulius Dailide and Aidas Dailide — makes apps for the Mac, iPad and iPhone. The

Nothing is considering the development of its own mobile operating system, according to CEO and founder Carl Pei. The UK startup’s handsets currently run on Google’s Android operating system, with a custom interface running on top. Most smartphones today run on Android, while Apple’s iPhone models run on iOS, the company’s mobile OS. Developers offering

The fundraise by Vodafone-Idea enabled the telco to kick-start its capex cycle again, and that alongside other key initiatives will place it on a “more secure footing” to ensure that the company remains dynamic and competitive, Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said on Tuesday. Speaking at the inauguration of IMC and ITUWTSA 2024,

The Samsung Galaxy S23 is undoubtedly one of the best Android smartphones available and has some heavy discounts. The handset comes equipped with some good features and specifications, which makes it a good option to consider under the Rs 45,000 price segment. However, the competition is quite tough in this segment as we also have

Meta Platforms Inc. CEO Mark Zuckerberg will ramp up heavy investments in AI and other futuristic technologies, continuing a years-long tug-of-war between the company’s long-term bets and the core advertising business that provides the vast majority of Meta’s revenue. Zuckerberg warned investors Wednesday that Meta will continue to spend significantly on infrastructure and other projects

Apple Intelligence began rolling out to users in the US earlier this week, as part of the company’s iOS 18.1 and macOS 15.1 software update. The most notable AI feature that is available on compatible iPhone and Mac computers is called Apple Writing Tools, and it allows users to proofread or summarise text on their

Apple could shake up its iPhone lineup next year by introducing a new iPhone 17 Slim (or Air) model, according to recent reports. While it’s currently unclear whether Apple will replace its Plus model with a new ‘Slim’ model, a South Korean publication reports that Samsung is also considering the launch of a ‘slim’ Galaxy S25 handset. This

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

OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R are getting the OxygenOS 15 open beta update in India. The two phones are the first in the entire OnePlus lineup to get the Android 15-based operating system (OS) update. The new OS update will introduce a redesigned user interface, artificial intelligence (AI) features, and faster processing. It also integrates Android’s

Snap Inc. is planning to introduce a “Simple” Snapchat app next year, the company CEO announced at the quarterly investors call on Tuesday. The company revealed that it added 37 million users daily active users globally in the third quarter (Q3) of 2024, taking the total to 443 million. Meanwhile, the fifth-generation Snapchat Spectacles, which

Apple is conducting early manufacturing of the iPhone 17 — the purported successor to the iPhone 16 that was launched earlier this year — at a factory in India, according to a report. It is expected to be the first time that the Cupertino company is conducting its product development outside China. Over the past

Xiaomi 15 was unveiled in China on Tuesday (October 29) alongside the Xiaomi 15 Pro. The new lineup comes as a successor to last year’s Xiaomi 14 duo and runs on the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC. The vanilla Xiaomi 15 features a 6.36-inch 1.5K OLED display with a peak brightness of 3,200nits, while the

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is gearing up to launch its commercial 4G services in India. Ahead of the 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 including spam protection measures,

Pixel 9 series was launched in August at Google’s Made By Google event. The next generation Pixel 10 lineup isn’t expected until the second half of next year but we are already starting to see leaks about the 2026 Pixel 11 lineup. A new leak from Google’s chip division suggests that the tech giant plans

Instagram lowers the quality of videos that do not get a lot of views, Instagram Head Adam Mosseri said on Friday. The social media platform’s head executive revealed this during an ask-me-anything (AMA) session held on Instagram Stories. As per him, this applies to all video formats on the platform including Stories, longer videos, and

Apple on Monday launched a refreshed version of its 24-inch iMac, equipped with the company’s latest 3nm M4 chip and a 4.5K Retina display. The Cupertino company has also updated its Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad accessories with a USB Type-C port. Like all of its recent computers that are powered by

OnePlus 13 will be unveiled in China on October 31 and the brand continues to tease key details about the phone online. Recent Weibo posts confirm the battery size and charging capabilities of the OnePlus 12 successor. The OnePlus 13 will get a significant battery upgrade compared to its predecessor. Like its predecessor, the upcoming

JioBharat 4G feature phone prices have been dropped, ahead of the upcoming Diwali festival. The telecom operator’s feature phones with 4G connectivity are currently available for Rs. 699, down from their usual price of Rs. 999, as part of the operator’s ongoing JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka offer. Announced on Saturday, the new offer will let 2G phone users

Infinix should stop using the Zero moniker for their phones because, honestly, their phones are not what they used to be. The new Infinix Zero 40 5G is not a zero. The phone, at a starting price of Rs. 27,999, offers a lot of features. Infinix also claims that the Zero 40 5G is the

WhatsApp has announced that it will soon roll out a big change that will make managing contacts on linked devices an easier process. At present, users need to save a contact on their primary device for it to show up on WhatsApp with the saved name. However, this is now expected to change soon, as

Apple Inc., seeking to make further inroads in health care, tested an app this year to help people with prediabetes manage their food intake and make lifestyle changes, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The company tested the service on select employees earlier this year, part of its broader push into blood-sugar features,

OnePlus 13 will be launched by the company in China on October 31, and the company’s upcoming smartphone is confirmed to debut with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and a display produced by BOE. With only days left until the smartphone is unveiled, OnePlus has started to reveal details of the smartphone’s display features.

Reliance Jio has announced a new ‘Diwali Dhamaka’ offer ahead of the upcoming festive season for its users in India. Customers can recharge with select Jio True 5G quarterly and annual prepaid plans to enjoy free vouchers for travel portals, food delivery platforms, and online shopping websites; benefits worth Rs. 3,350. Notably, this development comes

iQOO 13 is set to launch in China on October 30. So far, the company has teased the phone’s design and colour options. Details regarding the display have also been confirmed. iQOO has also revealed that the AnTuTu benchmark numbers for the device. It is confirmed to be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC

WhatsApp is working on a feature that will allow users to create a new custom sticker pack that could improve the user experience while organising stickers on the messaging platform, according to details discovered by a feature tracker. Currently, users can add custom stickers to an unorganised section on WhatsApp called Favourites. These custom sticker

Apple Vision Pro production has reportedly been slashed by the Cupertino company, months after the company’s first-generation spatial computer went on sale in select countries. While there’s no word on the Apple’s plans for a successor to the Vision Pro, the company could be building a cheaper version of its mixed reality headset that could

OnePlus unveiled its OxygenOS 15 update on Thursday. The new operating system (OS) update for eligible OnePlus smartphones will introduce a redesigned user interface, artificial intelligence (AI) features, and faster processing. Based on Android 15, which was recently released by Google, the update also brings new security features such as Google Play Protect’s live threat detection

The new ‘International Incoming Spoofed Calls Prevention System’ has been made operational and in just 24 hours the system has identified and blocked about 1.35 crore calls as spoofed calls, the telecom department said on Tuesday. Indian telecom subscribers should see a significant reduction in such spoofed calls with implementation of this system, it said.

OnePlus is all geared up to launch the OnePlus 13 in the coming week. With a little over a week to go, the company has now revealed the camera features and camera samples of the flagship smartphone. The OnePlus 13 will carry a Hasselblad-branded triple rear camera unit, like its predecessor. The brand also shared