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OnePlus Officially Announces OxygenOS 15 with New Look, AI Features
Anshuman Jain
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OnePlus' OxygenOS 15 is finally official. It will be available in open beta on the OnePlus 12 followed by other devices. The update is based on Android 15, and brings smoother animations, revamped boot animation, icons, quick settings, and widgets. Notable AI features include AI Unblur, Reflection eraser, Detail boost, AI in the Notes app, AI Reply and Intelligent search.
The wait is over! Google has finally open-sourced its AI text watermarking and detection tool called SynthID. Announced last year, the tool can be an absolute game-changer in standardizing the detection of AI-generated content. More details here!
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John Wick fans rise up as our beloved assassin is all set to return in an anime movie as confirmed by co-creator Chad Stahelski. Find out what the prequel anime focuses on and many more details about the upcoming anime here.
Delhi Developer Anticipated JioHotstar Merger, Now Seeks Funding for Higher Studies
Anshuman Jain
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A Delhi app developer purchased the JioHotstar domain in anticipation of the merger between JioCinema and Disney-owned Hotstar. Hoping the buyout would fund his studies at Cambridge, he wrote a letter on the website requesting Reliance Jio to fund their education. This move was made after Disney+Hotstar lost IPL live-streaming rights, indicating a potential merger.
For the Tensor G5, Google is moving to TSMC's 3nm (N3E) process node. However, it still packs the older Cortex-X4 core. For GPU, Google has picked Imagination Technologies's 2-core GPU.
Xiaomi's HyperOS 2.0 launch has been officially announced for October 29, 2024, by the company's CEO, Lei Jun. The new Android skin will be unveiled alongside the Mi 15, Xiaomi Pad 7 series and Watch S4. HyperOS 2.0 will include an improved HyperConnect framework with system-level AI capabilities, smoother animations, and AI image editing features, based on Android 15.
A slew of new Google Pixel 10 leaks have revealed that the upcoming phone's Tensor G5 chipset will use TSMC's 3nm N3E process node. For those unaware, this is the same chipset that Apple uses for its A18 Pro and M4 processors. More details here!
Microsoft Is Finally Making Installation of Windows Updates a Breeze
Sagnik Das Gupta
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Windows 11 24H2 supposedly brings faster update installation times with lower CPU usage. Here are all the details!
Miles Brundage, former Head of Policy Research and Senior Advisor for the AGI Readiness team has quit OpenAI. Brundage says he wants to work in the non-profit sector for greater freedom to publish.
Minecraft Beta and Preview 1.21.50.25 Adds Two New Pale Garden Blocks
Upanishad Sharma
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The latest Minecraft Beta and Preview 1.21.0.25 update has added two new blocks to the game along with other small changes. Check them all out here.
Apple Rolls Out iOS 18.2 Developer Beta with Genmoji, Image Playground, ChatGPT & more
Kanika Gogia
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Genmoji, Image Playground, ChatGPT integration, and iPhone 16 Visual Intelligence available for the first time with iOS 18.2 developer beta.
Character.ai Issues Apology After Teen Commits Suicide Over AI Chatbot Obsession
Arjun Sha
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In a shocking incident, a teenager from Florida committed suicide after engaging with an AI character on Character.ai. The 14-year-old teen stopped interacting with people around him and isolated himself.
The first trailer for Severance Season 2 is here and as mind boggling the series is, the trailer is no different from that. The new season is set to release on January 17, 2025 with a total of 10 episodes and in this article find out all you need to know about it.
iPhone 16 Display Is Worse than Some Budget Android Phones: DxOMark Ranking
Kanika Gogia
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Apple's latest flagship, the iPhone 16, gets a mediocre 142 score in DxOMark's display analysis, falling way short for a premium smartphone. With this score, the iPhone 16 falls way behind several more affordable Android smartphones like Galaxy A35 5G and Pixel 9a, which managed to score 143 and 145 points respectively.
Apple is reportedly working on a new iOS game store that might merge Apple Arcade, Game Center, and gaming content from the App Store in one location. Apple might also integrate FaceTime and iMessage in its new gaming app for easier communication during gaming sessions. We might get to see the new app with a future iOS 18 update or wait for it until iOS 19.
Anthropic’s Claude AI Can Now Control Your Computer Without Any Help
Sagnik Das Gupta
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Anthropic's new Claude 3.5 Sonnet model now has the ability to glance at the computer screen and carry out human actions like clicking, typing, and moving the cursor. Here's all you need to know in detail!
Realme has confirmed the launch of its new flagship, the Realme GT 7 Pro, which will come out on November 4 in China. The phone will feature Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. No word on the global release date of the device.
Ryan Reynolds Teases an Upcoming Deadpool Project; Could It Be Deadpool 4?
Aparna Ukil
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Ryan Reynolds teases an intriguing Deadpool project through his Instagram posts and here, we have discussed the same.
Tom Holland Confirms Spider-Man 4 Officially; Shooting to Start in 2025
Shashank Shakya
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While appearing on the Tonight Show, Tom Holland confirmed that Spider-Man 4 will soon go into production and in this article, find out all about it!
In a major escalation, Arm has issued a 60-day notice of cancellation to Qualcomm, threatening to cancel its architectural license. The legal dispute is over the Oryon CPU developed by Nuvia inside Qualcomm. The original license given to Nuvia was for developing server CPUs. The trial will start in December 2024.
Spotify’s New Cover Art Maker Is Giving My Playlists a Much-Need Facelift
Anshuman Jain
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Spotify has introduced a new feature allowing users to create custom art covers for their playlists. The option is currently in beta and is available in the Your Library page. The feature is available for both free and premium subscribers.
WhatsApp is finally letting users add contacts from linked device without having to rely on the primary device. The feature is set to arrive "soon" alongside a new contact syncing functionality. Read all about it in detail right here!
This ‘The Penguin’ Character Will Have a Major Role in the Batman 2
Shashank Shakya
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According to a report, The Batman 2 will feature a major role by The Penguin fan-favorite character, Sofia Falcone, Learn more here!
Snapdragon 8 Elite Brings Apple-like Precision to Android Location Tracking
Anshuman Jain
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The Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor will include an Ultra Wide Band (UWB) chip as part of the Fastconnect 7900 connectivity suite. This integration could increase UWB chip adoption in Android smartphones, currently lacking in most models. The UWB chip, known for accurate location tracking, could improve finding lost or stolen devices.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Makes 8 Years of Android Updates a Reality; Can Qualcomm Deliver Though?
Anshuman Jain
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Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset promises up to 8 years of Android updates, a significant increase from the current 4-year limit. This change is expected to enable device manufacturers to offer longer software support for their products. While it's not guaranteed that all brands will provide extended support, this move by Qualcomm could lead to longer-lasting Android smartphones.
Gemini’s Latest Trick Will Let You Make Calls Without Unlocking Your Phone
Sagnik Das Gupta
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Google's Gemini will reportedly allow users to soon make calls and drop texts without unlocking their phone. Here's all that you need to know about it!
Hulu and Disney Plus Set to Bypass Apple App Store Payments, Here’s Why
Abubakar Mohammed
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Disney Plus and Hulu are blocking sign-ups via the App Store to prevent Apple from taking the 15% or 30% that it takes for in-app purchases. New and returning customers are unable to sign up and pay through Apple while the existing customers don't seem to be affected. The Disney Plus and Hulu apps now direct users to their websites to purchase a subscription.
WhatsApp's new beta includes a share music feature for status updates, allowing users to search and add songs. This feature, still in development, but will enhance and add a personal touch to status updates, bringing the experience closer to Instagram, Snapchat, and Facebook stories.
Soon after the launch of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, ASUS announced that it's launching its ROG Phone 9 series with the chipset on November 19. Here's what to expect from the upcoming gaming phone!
Alan Tudyk from Creature Commandos Will Appear In Superman Movie: James Gunn
Shashank Shakya
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James Gunn confirmed that Alan Tudyk will be appearing in the Superman movie in an undisclosed role. Learn more about it here!
Tom Holland Set to Appear In Christopher Nolan’s Upcoming Vampire Film
Shashank Shakya
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KIt has come to surface that Tom Holland is going to star in an upcoming Christopher Nolan movie which will be period drama revolving around vampires. We do not have a lot of details about it as of now but in this article, find out about everything we know so far!
Tim Cook Admits Vision Pro Isn’t a Mass-Market Product Following Lacklustre Sales
Kanika Gogia
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Tim Cook admitted that Apple's mixed-reality headset isn't a mass-market product due to its premium price tag of a whopping $3500. That said, Tim mentioned that its successful product lineups like iPods, iPhones, and AirPods didn’t find success overnight. Therefore, he sees a bright future for the Vision Pro as well.
Pokemon game makers Gamefreak recently suffered a massive data breach that revealed many confidential information of the Pokemon games. This included a multiplayer Pokemon game, codenamed Synapse which has been compared to Splatoon. From the same leaked files Pokemon Legends Arceus & Pokemon BDSP playable PC Builds have also been cracked.
After months of anticipation, Qualcomm has finally unveiled the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset aka 8 Gen 4. It brings 2nd-gen Oryon CPU cores and two cores can reach up to a mighty 4.32GHz. The CPU delivers 45% faster performance and the new Adreno 830 GPU offers 40% performance improvement than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
Apple Employees Believe They’re At least Two Years Behind in AI Development
Kanika Gogia
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According to Mark Gurman's latest newsletter, some employees at Apple believe that the company is at least two years behind in Artificial Intelligence development. Being a cherished brand with limitless resources, Apple will catch up to its competitors in the AI space, whether they have to onboard experts or acquire the top AI companies.
Nintendo Switch Online Playtest Leaks Emerge: Reveal Upcoming Minecraft Style MMO
Ishan Adhikary
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Nintendo privately updated the Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program website for a new game's playtest. As per the play testers who participated, it is Nintendo's new MMO game. The playtest will begin on October 23rd at 6:00 PM PT and conclude on November 5th at 5:00 PM PT.
This Character Will Play a Very Special Role in Peacemaker Season 2: James Gunn
Shashank Shakya
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James Gunn just confirmed that Peacemaker Season 2 will feature a huge part being played by Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr. However, he held back the details regarding his role. In this article, find out about everything James Gunn has revealed reagarding his apperance in Peacemaker Season 2!
Anime Vanguards, the most popular anime TD game on Roblox is getting a new update. The update 1 called Cursed Showdown will feature Jujutsu Kaisen characters as new Anime Vanguards units. Cursed Showdown update will be released on October 21 and new saiyan tournament will also come with it.
James Gunn Confirms He Won’t Repeat This Snyderverse Mistake with DCU
Shashank Shakya
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James Gunn has confirmed that he's going to make a change in DCU movies which seems to be something he took from a mistake Zack Snyder made with DCEU. In this article, learn all about it.
OnePlus 13 Launch Teaser Gives Us a Closer Look at the Upcoming Flagship
Abubakar Mohammed
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OnePlus 13's China launch teaser revealed the phone in all its glory and its release date which is October 31. The teaser and images reveal a slightly different back camera design compared to the OnePlus 12. Finally, there are three colors to choose from - Blue, White, and Wood.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition Launched Exclusively in South Korea
Anshuman Jain
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition has been launched in South Korea, with sales starting on October 25th for 2,789,600 won (~$2,025). The device features a larger display, and a reduced battery capacity compared to the standard model. It also boasts a 200 MP main camera and 16 GB RAM with 512 GB internal memory. The Special Edition is a South Korea exclusive, with no current plans for global release.
iPhone 16 Bug Causing Random Freezes and Restarts, Updates Fails to Fix the Issue
Kanika Gogia
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Several users have reported random freezes and restarts on iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The iOS 18.0.1 and iOS 18.1 updates do not fix the issue. Some users were able to fix this issue by doing a fresh install and not reinstalling from an iCloud Backup.