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  iQOO Pad Pro 8.8 launch teased, confirmed to feature 9020mAh battery and active cooling fan, more

  October 16, 2026 15:40 IST

  iQOO has teased the Pad Pro 8.8 tablet’s China launch. The tablet will feature an 8.8-inch OLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate, a 9,020mAh battery and an active cooling fan. The tablet weighs 298g and measures 5.74mm in thickness.

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  Oppo Reno X wide-folding phone specifications leaked: 6.35-inch display, 200MP cameras tipped

  October 16, 2026 14:39 IST

  Oppo is developing a wide-folding smartphone that could launch as the Reno X. The device is tipped to feature a 6.35-inch cover display, a Dimensity 9600 series chipset and triple rear cameras comprising two 200-megapixel sensors and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera.

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  Grand Theft Auto 6 launch trailer reveals Jason's military past, new song and PS5 gameplay

  October 16, 2026 14:12 IST

  Rockstar Games has released the GTA 6 launch trailer, revealing more about Jason's military past, action-packed missions and his relationship with Lucia. The trailer also features Flower in a Hurricane, a new track associated with Justice, Tame Impala, SZA and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard.

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  GTA 6 took over 8 years to develop, Rockstar says its next game will arrive faster

  October 15, 2026 19:37 IST

  Rockstar Games has explained why GTA 6 took more than 8-years to develop, citing extensive research, major technical changes and the scale of the project. The studio says its new tools, technology and team will help it develop future games faster. Game is scheduled to launch on November 19 now.

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  OnePlus Ace 7 with built-in cooling fan, 9000mAh battery to launch as OnePlus 16R in India: Expectat

  October 15, 2026 19:08 IST

  OnePlus Ace 7 is tipped to feature a built-in cooling fan, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a 185Hz OLED display, a 200MP primary camera and a 9,000mAh battery. The smartphone could launch in India as the OnePlus 16R in late 2026 or early 2027, with an estimated price of Rs 70,000 to Rs 75,000.

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  OpenAI Compute Chief Sachin Katti to exit on November 15, Uday Ruddarraju to take over

  October 15, 2026 14:13 IST

  OpenAI infrastructure chief Sachin Katti will leave the company on November 15, 2026, to pursue a new venture and remain an advisor. CTO Uday Ruddarraju will take over the compute organisation, while Richard Ho will oversee GPT Infra.

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  iPhone 18 India price leaked ahead of 2027 launch: Check launch timeline and features

  October 15, 2026 13:57 IST

  Apple is rumoured iPhone 18 could launch in around six months, with an expected India price of approximately Rs 99,900. Leaks suggest a 6.3-inch display, an A20 chip built on a 2nm process, upgraded AI capabilities and Apple's C2 modem.

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  No more unknown callers as Centre makes caller ID mandatory for all telecom from November 1

  October 15, 2026 12:12 IST

  The Department of Telecommunications has directed telecom operators to roll out Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) from November 1, 2026, with the service enabled by default on 4G and 5G networks.

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  Meta confirms GitHub data breach, hackers expose personal information of 1500 employees

  October 14, 2026 19:16 IST

  Meta has confirmed a GitHub security breach in which hackers used stolen employee credentials to access business data and software source code, exposing information relating to around 1,500 people.

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  Apple MacBook Ultra with OLED touchscreen tipped for October 27 launch: What to expect?

  October 14, 2026 19:06 IST

  Apple OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro may launch on October 27, featuring an OLED display, touch input, a Dynamic Island-style cutout and a redesigned chassis. The laptop may arrive in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, while its India price is expected to exceed the current model.

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  iQOO Neo 12 features revealed: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 2K display and more

  October 14, 2026 17:09 IST

  iQOO Neo 12 is set to launch in China later this month alongside the iQOO Pad Pro Mini. The company has teased a flat 2K display with a 185Hz refresh rate, slim bezels and Visionox display technology. The smartphone is confirmed to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a Q3 gaming chip.

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  Haier unveils In-Vista refrigerator, M3 washing machine and Mini LED TVs: Price, features and more

  October 14, 2026 16:57 IST

  Haier Appliances India hosted its flagship “Elevate with Haier” launch event at its headquarters in Greater Noida, unveiling an ambitious new suite of home appliances aimed at transforming the modern Indian living space.

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  Xbox CEO Asha Sharma launches Xbox Labs to explore AI in gaming, after 3200 layoffs

  October 14, 2026 14:19 IST

  Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has announced Xbox Labs, a new group tasked with exploring emerging technologies, AI-assisted development and new ways to make games accessible across platforms. The initiative comes amid reported job cuts affecting around 3,200 employees in Microsoft's gaming division.

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  Saudi man planted recording device at OpenAI HQ in US; here's how he was caught

  October 14, 2026 12:41 IST

  OpenAI reportedly used its AI models to trace a recording device allegedly planted in an executive conference room at its San Francisco office, helping identify former engineer Abdulrahman Alfozan. The FBI arrested the 35-year-old Saudi national on October 9 over allegations.

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  Oppo ColorOS 17 unveiled: Check eligible phones, new AI features and how to download

  October 14, 2026 11:41 IST

  Oppo ColorOS 17 unveiled with new interface, new AI-features, improved performance and enhanced privacy tools. The update rollout in India is scheduled to begin on October 29 (2026), covering eligible Find, Reno, K and F series smartphones and selected Oppo Pad tablets.

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  Oppo Reno X specifications leaked: Dual 200 megapixel cameras tipped

  October 13, 2026 20:26 IST

  Oppo Reno X is reportedly in development with a 6.35-inch 1.5K display, a 120Hz refresh rate and a wide 16:9 or 16:10 aspect ratio. The smartphone is also tipped to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 series chipset and dual 200-megapixel rear cameras, alongside a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera.

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  Tecno Spark 50S 5G India launch teased: Design revealed in Blue and Maroon colour options

  October 13, 2026 17:36 IST

  Tecno has teased the India launch of the Spark 50S 5G, revealing its design in blue and maroon colour options. The smartphone features a horizontal visor-style rear camera module, but its launch date, price and specifications remain unannounced.

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  WhatsApp could let you schedule texts, photos and videos up to 2 weeks in advance: Details here

  October 13, 2026 16:39 IST

  WhatsApp is reportedly testing a scheduled messages feature for select Android beta users. The feature could allow users to schedule texts, links, photos and videos from 10 minutes to two weeks in advance, including in group chats.

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  HP festive offers 2026: Up to Rs. 20000 exchange discount on OmniBook, Omen and Victus laptops

  October 13, 2026 14:59 IST

  HP announced its 2026 festive offers on OmniBook AI laptops, Omen and Victus gaming laptops, accessories and Smart Tank printers. The deals include bank cashback of up to Rs. 18,000 on select OmniBook models, exchange benefits of up to Rs. 20,000, discounted gaming accessories and AI subscriptions.

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  Google Fitbit Edge with 7-day battery, ECG, SpO2 tracking and more launched: Check price and more

  October 13, 2026 14:12 IST

  The Google Fitbit Edge features a 1.34-inch always-on AMOLED display, built-in GPS, more than 40 sport modes, and health monitoring features, including ECG and SpO2 tracking. Priced from $179.99 (approximately Rs. 17,200), it offers up to seven days of battery life and will go on sale on October 27.

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  Nothing OS 5.0 based on Android 17 arrives with redesigned home screen and better multitasking

  October 13, 2026 11:58 IST

  Nothing started rolling out OS 5.0, based on Android 17, for the Nothing Phone (3). The update introduces a redesigned Home Screen, a Micrographics Lock Screen clock, new widgets, AI-powered tools, improved multitasking and system performance enhancements.

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  Phone running slow? Does restarting your smartphone really make it faster?

  October 11, 2026 9:00 IST

  Restarting your smartphone can help fix minor software glitches, refresh background processes and resolve temporary connectivity issues. However, restarting your Android phone or iPhone multiple times a day will not necessarily improve its speed.

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  Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026: Best smartphone deals under Rs 20,000

  October 10, 2026 8:45 IST

  Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2026 sale brings discounts on smartphones priced below Rs 20,000, including models from iQOO, Redmi, OnePlus and Samsung. The listed deals include the iQOO Z11 Lite 5G at Rs 19,497, Redmi A7 Pro 5G at Rs 14,497 and OnePlus N6 Lite at Rs 15,999.

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  Apple iPad Mini 8 to launch with A20 Pro chipset, OLED display, and more: What to expect

  October 09, 2026 19:13 IST

  Apple iPad Mini 8 is expected to feature a 60Hz OLED display instead of the previously rumoured 120Hz ProMotion panel. The compact tablet could be powered by an A20 Pro chipset and offer an improved speaker system, a landscape-orientated front camera, water resistance and Apple Intelligence support.

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  iQOO Neo 12 launch timeline tipped: 9,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and more

  October 09, 2026 18:54 IST

  iQOO Neo 12 is tipped to launch in China later this month with a 2K+ AMOLED display offering a refresh rate of up to 185Hz, a 9,000mAh battery and an active cooling fan. A reported Geekbench listing suggests a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and 16GB RAM.

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  Vivo Y600s Pro launched with 10200mAh battery, Dimensity 7300e chip, 90W fast charging and more

  October 09, 2026 17:33 IST

  Vivo has quietly launched the Y600s Pro in China with a 10,200mAh battery, 90W wired charging and a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300e chipset and features a 50-megapixel rear camera.

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  Samsung Galaxy S27, S27+, S27 Pro and S27 Ultra prices leaked ahead of 2027 launch

  October 09, 2026 17:06 IST

  The Samsung Galaxy S27 series is set to launch next year in the first quarter. And the expected price is already out for the upcoming models. The lineup could include 4 new models, namely the Galaxy S27, S27+, S27 Pro and S27 Ultra, all to come with different AMOLED display and screen sizes.

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  Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2026 is live: Best deals on iPhones, Samsung, OPPO, POCO and more

  October 09, 2026 14:37 IST

  Flipkart's Big Billion Days sale is live for all customers, bringing discounts on smartphones across different price segments. Deals include the iPhone 17 at an effective price of Rs 79,999, the iPhone 15 at Rs 63,999, and Galaxy A36 5G, OPPO K14 Plus 5G and POCO X8 5G at discounted prices.