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Microsoft Bing and Copilot Are Down Right Now!
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Microsoft's Bing and Copilot services are down for users across the globe, and the issue has still not been fixed. So, if you're having issues using these services, you're not the only one. DuckDuckGo, Microsoft's search partner is also down, and from the looks of it, most of the tech giant's services have taken a hit.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 23, 2024
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The May 23 NYT Strands made me want to hold a party and be in the moment with a bunch of friends. Anyway, if it's giving you a hard time, don't refrain from taking a look at the hints and answers for it right here.
Realme GT 6T Review: More Power for Less Price
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The Realme GT 6T is quite the all-rounder, with an extra bit of focus on its performance, thanks to the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3. In addition to the processor, you get to see a stunning 120Hz LTPO curved AMOLED display, a big 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging as well as a decent Sony LYT 600 primary sensor. All of this for Rs 31,000 makes a whole lot of sense and is an easy recommendation in my books.
Realme GT 6T Launched in India: Price, Specs and Availability
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The Realme GT 6T is the very first Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3-powered phone in the Indian market. Alongside the powerful 4nm processor, the device comes with a big 5,500mAh battery backed by 120W fast charging support. In addition, there's also a Sony LYT 600 primary sensor setup. You get to see a big 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED curved display with 120Hz refresh rate, as well as stereo speakers coupled with it. As for the price, the smartphone comes in four variants and the base 8GB/128GB variant starts at Rs 30,999.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 22, 2024
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The May 22 NYT Strands was a bit of an odd solve, for I had very little idea about the related theme words. If you're on the same boat as me, you may find it equally irritating. To help you out, here's a couple of hints and all the answers for the round today. If you're ready, take a look!
Microsoft Teams is Getting Slack-like Custom Emojis Soon
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At the Windows Build Developer Conference, Microsoft has revealed that its Teams is all set to get custom emojis next month itself, that is, June 2024. The brand new feature will be made available via the Microsoft Teams public preview. This will work similarly to how Slack uses custom emojis, and is an attempt at making Team users express "more creatively and authentically".
Google Pixel 8a Review: Premium Price, Subpar Performance
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Getting the Google Pixel 8a for Rs 52,999 does not make sense, especially, since you already have phones like the iQOO 12 and OnePlus 12R that bring you more for less. Besides, if you're looking to buy a compact phone specifically, there's the Samsung Galaxy S23's 8GB/256GB variant which costs about the same and brings more storage than the 8a's base model. The poor thermal management and incorrigible front design of the phone make it a hard phone to recommend. My suggestion? Wait for the price to drop in the coming months if you're that hellbent towards getting it.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 21, 2024
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The May 21 NYT Strands is here to throw you off completely. Even the tech enthusiast in me took a bit of a beating. So, it's understandable if you're finding it perplexing too. To help you out, I have listed some hints and all the answers for the round today right here. So, ready when you are!
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 20, 2024
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The May 20 NYT Strands was relatively easy, for I grew up reading and hearing a lot of stories. However, if you can't get a whiff of what the theme is about, take a look at the hints and answers that I've listed right here!
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 19, 2024
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I honestly doubt anyone's going to need help for the May 19 NYT Strands. However, if you're having a bad day and your brain's given up early, take a look at the hints and answers for it right here!
On the outside, the Colorful Evol P15 series laptops looked incredibly promising. So and so that we even decided to purchase it. However, ever since the laptop has arrived, a plethora of problems have plagued us. From receiving a faulty unit that won't even turn on to even the replacement unit coming with its own set of issues, nothing has been looking good so far. It was about time that we talked about this.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 18, 2024
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The May 18 NYT Strands made the once-math-fearing person in me happy, for it was a surprising smooth sail. If you're not having that good a time with it though, take a look at the hints and answers for it that we've listed right here.
Vision Pro Fatigue: My Journey from Wow to Nah
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While the Apple Vision Pro brings stellar passthrough technology, display and computing power, it misses the mark with its scarce app selection, terrible discomfort and a kidney-selling price tag. Over a period of time, I found myself getting bored with it and with each passing day, my usage has only been decreasing. If you ask me, save those precious $3,500 bucks and go vacationing instead.
Moto Edge 50 Fusion vs Nothing Phone 2a: Which Should You Buy
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The Moto Edge 50 Fusion has landed in India with a price tag starting from Rs 22,999. This is Rs 3,000 less than the Nothing Phone 2a. For cheaper, the Edge 50 Fusion provides a fast charger and case right in the box. Meanwhile, the Phone 2a has none of those. However, the Phone 2a comes with a cleaner software experience, more power with the Dimensity 7200 Pro as well as a great ultra-wide-angle sensor. The Edge 50 Fusion, on the other hand, brings a formidable primary rear camera sensor and premium design.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 17, 2024
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The May 17 NYT Strands single-handedly took me down, and I had to use up a hint to make it through. However, I wouldn't wish that upon you. Hence, if you're finding it too hard, do take a look at these hints and answers that I've listed here.
Google Reveals Why Its AI Model Is Named Gemini
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Google took to a blog post to reveal the thought process behind Gemini AI's naming. At first, it was titled Titan, which didn't resonate well enough with the team. However, it did give them an idea to come up with something deeply rooted into space. For the AI model to come to life, the Google Brain and DeepMind teams joined hands last year. The other inspiration came from NASA's Gemini project which trained astronauts to land on the moon.
Moto Edge 50 Fusion Launched in India: Price, Specs & Availability
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The Moto Edge 50 Fusion has gone official in India with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset. Some key specifications include a 6.7-inch 144Hz pOLED curved display, a 5000mAh battery with 68W fast charging, 15 5G bands, 50MP Sony LYT 700C primary sensor, among others. The phone starts at Rs 22,999 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage variant. Meanwhile, the 12GB/256GB variant costs Rs 24,999.
Android 14 Is Finally Coming to Android TV
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Google has officially announced the Android 14 update for Android TV. The new Android update brings new energy modes to give more control to users. You can choose between Low Energy Mode, Optimized Energy Mode, and Increased Energy Mode. In addition, Google is also bringing picture-in-picture mode, color correction, improved user navigation, and more.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 16, 2024
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The May 16 NYT Strands aligned with my taste buds quite well, and I didn't have a hard time with it. However, if you are, take a look at these hints and answers right here.
12 Best Free Photo Editing Software You Can Use
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If you are on the lookout for a conventional free photo editing software, tools like Pixlr X, Paint.NET, Pinta, Photoscape X, and GIMP are the way to go. However, if you are more inclined towards the image designing sphere, Canva, BeFunky, and Adobe Express are great choices for they bring some pretty cool AI features to make use of as well. You will get the complete list here.
Google’s New Project Turns Your Face into a Cursor for Android Apps
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Google has launched Project Gameface, a gaming accessibility tool, on Android. The tool, which is basically a novel cursor, came into being to allow quadriplegic users enjoy a hands-free Android experience. What started with Video Game Streamer, Lance Carr, has finally seen the light of day officially. Using head tracking and expressions through the device camera, the tool lets users control their Android device and play games on it.
Google Search Adds a ‘Web’ Filter to Show You Just Text Links
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Moments after the Google I/O 2024 keynote, the company announced a new web filter is coming to its Search engine. This new filter allows users to get an old-school Search experience, favoring only text-based web links. This filters out every other Google annoyance like featured snippets, shopping panels, etc.
Google Infuses Chrome Desktop App With Gemini Nano for Smarter Browsing
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Google Chrome is all set to soon get Gemini Nano built right into its desktop app. The AI model will be running on-device, bringing features like 'Help Me Write' to users. The feature will be available via an upcoming Chrome 126 version. It will be to Google Chrome what Copilot is to the Microsoft Edge app.
Google Announces Imagen 3, Its Latest AI Text-to-Image Generator
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Google announces Imagen 3, which is its latest AI text-to-image generator. The tool is an upgrade from the last gen Imagen 2, for Google calls it the highest quality text-to-image generation model till date. To put the latest model to use, you will need to head over to ImageFX in Google Labs and sign up for it. Developers and enterprise users will get access to it soon through Vertex AI.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 15, 2024
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The May 15 NYT Strands was not easy, and had I not had a bit of help, I'd have failed miserably. If you're finding it difficult too, don't refrain from taking a look at the hints and answers for it right here.
What is Android 15’s Dessert Name? Answered
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Android 15 Developer Preview and beta builds have been under testing for months, allowing us to finally confirm the desert name of Google's latest operating system as Vanilla Ice Cream. This time as well, Google has gone with using a dessert as an Android codename. Android 14 came with the "Upside Down Cake" codename, while the one before was called "Tiramisu".
This Trick Lets You Use Gestures with Third-Party Launchers on Xiaomi Phones but It’s a Hassle
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If you're a Xiaomi user, you probably already know the pain of not being to use third-party launcher with gestures on the phone. However, there's a workaround. This trick requires you to firstly download a third-party launcher -> set it as default launcher -> go to Xiaomi phone's Second Space -> head over to Home Screen settings -> select Gestures navigation -> switch back to regular space.
All Nothing Earbuds Are Getting ChatGPT Integration, but There’s a Catch
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When Nothing launched its Ear and Ear (a) last month, these earbuds arrived with ChatGPT integration as a highlight feature. However, that was limited to only these two earbuds in the brand's catalog. Now, the brand has announced that it will be making the integration available to all of its earbuds on May 21. But, to make use of the feature, users will need to be on a Nothing Phone.
Pixel 8a vs Pixel 8: Which Should You Buy?
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In all honesty, it's better to stay as far away as possible from the Google Pixel 8a. If you're still able to avail the Pixel 8 at $549, don't think twice and get that instead. If not, I'd still recommend not getting the 8a. The ugly bezels, plastic body and software optimization issues make it easy for me to never recommend it to anyone over the Pixel 8. The latter is just a more stable and premium device, and will give you your money's worth for sure.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 14, 2024
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The May 14 NYT Strands was far from being easy. I'm no culinary expert, and the Strands today taught me why I needed to be. If you're having as much of a perplexing time with it as I had, you shouldn't hold back on looking at the hints and answers for it that I've listed right here.
India’s First: Chennai Doctors Embrace the Apple Vision Pro for Surgery
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Using the Apple Vision Pro, doctors of Chennai's GEM Hospitals have performed nine laparoscopic procedures alongside a series of gastrointestinal procedures. The doctors have also used the mixed reality headset for spine and eye surgeries, making the total number of such surgeries go over 30. Dr. R Parthasarathy, the surgical gastroenterologist and COO at the hospital stated that the device allows him to see superimposed virtual screens in the real world, that display critical information like the patient's CT scans, MRI images, and so on. This prevents him from craning his neck having to constantly look up at the monitor.
Lyrics Locked Behind Spotify Premium? Try This App Instead
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While Spotify does provide lyrics to tracks as well as their English translations, turns out, the feature is no longer free. Spotify is gradually hiding it behind a paywall, and now, you'll probably need to fall back on a third-party lyrics app. I gave quite a few of those a try, and nothing beats Musixmatch. The free version is good enough and is not just limited to Spotify but YT Music and Apple Music as well. Most importantly, for tracks that even YT Music can't provide lyrics for, Musixmatch does, making it a reliable such companion app.
HMD Arrow Is Launching in India Soon, and It’s Poised to Miss the Mark
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HMD Global is set to soon launch its first smartphone in India after deciding to launch mobile devices under its own brand name. The smartphone in question is going to arrive with the moniker of HMD Arrow. Leaks suggest that it will be a rebrand of HMD Pulse, which launched in Europe last month. The device comes with entry-level specs like a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD display, a 13 MP-led dual rear camera setup, and the Unisoc T606 SoC. From the looks of it, the brand is repeating its mistakes and launching a 4G underpowered phone in a market of commendable 5G options.
This iOS Shortcut Brings Circle to Search Feature to Your iPhone, Sort Of
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Using the Shortcuts app on an iPhone, you can create Google Circle to Search-like functionality. You basically trigger Google Lens using the iPhone back tap gesture. To set it up, first create a shortcut using the Take Screenshot and Search Image with Lens actions. Once that's done, head over to Settings -> Accessibility -> Touch -> Back Tap -> Double Tap or Triple Tap -> Select the created Shortcut. Then, whenever you are on a web page or even open your camera to point it at an object, simply double tap or triple tap the back of your iPhone to use the feature.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 13, 2024
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If you're an animal lover, you'll probably figure out the Strands today way too quickly. However, it can be a bit tricky and you may need the help. So, take a look at the hints and answers for it that we've jotted down here.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 12, 2024
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The May 12 NYT Strands was rather easy for the movie buff that I am. I found all the theme words without using any hints, and in record time. However, if you're finding it difficult, take a look at the hints and answers I have listed here.
First Neuralink Brain Chip Implantee Encounters an Issue and It’s Concerning
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Elon Musk's Neuralink came into being to ensure that Quadriplegia patients are able to lead a more normal life by being able to interact with digital interfaces and devices. This magic happens through an implant that's attached to the brain, which converts neural activity into computer code. However, a couple of weeks after the surgery, some of the implant's threads have now retracted from Noland's brain in a series of malfunctions. The issue has been fixed by Neuralink and Noland is not at risk anymore. Although it does raise concerns about the safety of the technology.
Xiaomi undoubtedly has one of the largest catalog of products, and also the HyperOS interconnectivity feature to back it up as seamlessly as possible. But, the feature is not available across all of the brand's devices, even if they're running on the latest HyperOS version. If Xiaomi wants its ecosystem to thrive, it has to offer flexibility that brands like Samsung and OnePlus do. Keeping the feature limited to only premium offerings is a wasted potential, and the brand should definitely work towards expanding it.
NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, and Answers for May 11, 2024
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The May 11 NYT Strands could have been a lot worse than it turned out. Fortunately, I've managed to do some damage control and made it through it without using too many hints. Anyway, if you're finding it to be too difficult, take to the hints and answers I have listed for it right here.
ChatGPT’s New Feature Will Make It Easy to Analyse Files from Cloud Storage
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An X user going by the username @legit_rumors has now spotted that ChatGPT is set to get a new Context Connector feature. With this feature, ChatGPT users will now be able to directly fetch their online Google Drive and Microsoft One Drive files and analyze that data using the AI chatbot.
Apple May Finally Have an Answer to Google’s Magic Eraser
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There's no doubt that Apple is lagging behind in the AI race, and needs to step right up to keep up. A new AppleInsider report suggests that they finally are. The report reveals that Apple maybe working on a new Magic Eraser-like feature called Clean Up right within the native Photos app. This will work similarly and let users remove objects from an image, from the looks of it.
10 Best Google Pixel 8a Cases You Can Buy (2024)
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If you're looking for cases to buy for the Pixel 8a, you should take a look at this list we've compiled. From ultra-rugged cases that offer a 360-degree protection and designer cases that focus on aesthetics to transparent cases that highlight your phone's color to even cases that bring some top-tier utility, we've handpicked each of those.