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OnePlus Pad 3 and iPad Air.

OnePlus Pad 3 made it surprisingly easy for me to forget the iPad Air

The OnePlus Pad 3 is more than 13-inch speed demon. It even crosses the ecosystem boundaries that have kept the iPad Air in a safe spot so far.
Pulling up Siri on lock screen of iPhone.

Apple could launch its own rival to ChatGPT and Perplexity next year

Apple is reportedly developing an AI-powered web search tool, or an answering engine, that will be integrated with Siri and could arrive early next year.
Gboard Writing Tools on mobile.

Google’s mobile keyboard turns into a grammar and styling coach

Gboard will now let you stylize, modify, and even proofread whatever you write, irrespective of the app you are currently using for text-based communication.
The Glyph Matrix display on the Nothing Phone 3 in white

Nothing Phone 3’s glyph screen gets more fun with new experiences

The Nothing Phone 3's latest update adds a trio of new tools that add some fun and functional flair to the secondary Glyph screen at the back.
Home screen view of OnePlus Pad 3.

OnePlus Pad 3 review: A heavy-hitter with practical charms

OnePlus Pad 3 is a flagship large-screen slate that manages to race past Apple and Samsung in meaningful areas, but not without a few compromises.
Deep Research option for ChatGPT.

ChatGPT will tell parents if teens feel acute emotional distress

OpenAI says ChatGPT will send a notification to parents when the AI chatbot detects than a teen user is "in a moment of acute distress."
Shopping with Amazon Live Lens.

Amazon app’s AI eyeballs will scan the world and shop stuff for you

Amazon's new Lens Live is an AI-powered scanning tool that takes a peek at the objects in your phone camera's view and finds them listed on the shopping platform.
An iPhone 16 Pro Max showing the Rolex Land Dweller.

Two bold iPhone 17 Pro cases leak ahead of likely launch

The iPhone 17 Pro will reportedly adopt a new aesthetic language. As per a fresh leak, a redesigned clear case will tag alongside Apple's next flagship.
iPhone alarm clock timer digits.

The iPhone’s alarm has a clever design trick that blew my mind

for years, I thought that the numbers for alarm time picker were endlessly scrolling on a loop. I was wrong.
Demonstration of AI stethoscope.

AI-powered stethoscope promises heart disease detection in seconds

An AI-powered stethoscope currently being tested in the UK can detect three serious heart conditions in just 15 seconds, and it has already received medical clearance in the country.
Outside view of a Taco Bell outlet.

Hilarious glitches make Taco Bell nervous about AI taking orders

Taco Bell deployed an AI order agent at its drive-through outlets, but it is being trolled hard for failing to understand drink orders, both real and jokes.
Two people watching content on a TV.

Scientists say binge-watching might actually be good for you

According to research, binge-watching TV shows can boost retrospective-imaginative-involvement (RII) and it can help users cope with stress in the long run.
ChatGPT running on a laptop.

Think twice before you go shopping with ChatGPT and Google’s AI

According to research, Google's AI Mode and AI Overviews offer more citations and number of brand recommendations in shopping queries compared to ChatGPT.
Red Magic Astra tablet and iPad Mini.

I found an iPad mini antidote for Android fans, and it’s a lot better

The Red Magic Astra is a fantastic small tablet that takes on the iPad mini, and beats it with more substance than it ideally should at a $499 ask.
Anthropic brand home page.

Claude chats will now be used for AI training, but you can escape

Your Claude chats and code interactions will now be used for training the chatbot, and will be retained on Anthropic servers for five years.
Deep Research option for ChatGPT.

ChatGPT could soon get parental controls, and every other AI must follow

OpenAI has announced plans for adding parental controls for ChatGPT. Given the history of AI chatbots, every AI company should follow in the footsteps.
ChatGPT on a phone.

ChatGPT could be permanently changing how we speak

According to research, AI buzzwords that frequently appear in ChatGPT-generated material are now appearing more frequently in human conversations.
Using Google Vids tool for creating AI videos.

Google Vids goes free, and its new AI tools deserve all your attention

The Google Vids video creator and editor tool is now freely available for everyone, and for paid users, it just landed some astoundingly useful AI tools.
Google Translate on a laptop screen.

Google Translate app now offers lessons on learning new languages 

In the Google Translate app, users can set their language skill level, and it will create custom speaking and listening exercises for them.
Launch poster for Apple event

Apple announces September 9 “awe dropping” event for iPhone 17 launch

Apple has announced the date for its next Fall launch event, and as usual, all eyes will be on the iPhone 17 series phones this year.
Representation of the new Spotify Messages feature.

You can now slide into someone’s Spotify DMs, and I don’t get the point

Spotify Messages is a built-in DMs system on the music streaming platform that wants to make sharing good audio content a tad more convenient.
ChatGPT on a phone against the backdrop of Elon Musk.

Elon Musk drags Apple to court for favoring ChatGPT a little too much

Elon Musk-led xAI has filed a lawsuit against Apple for giving preferential treatment to ChatGPT on the App Store at the cost of other rival AI products.
Advanced Protection in Android 16.

Google is moving to protect your Android phone from anonymous apps

Android apps side-loaded from the internet often come from shady sources. Google will soon identify them and block those of anonymous origins.
A man wears Apple AirPods Max headphones on a city street.

Apple’s leaked AirPods Max plans paint a disheartening picture

Apple reportedly has no immediate plans for a next-gen AirPods Max, and it's pretty odd because rivals from the likes of Sony are now offering more for less.
Semi-open state of a foldable iPhone concept

Apple could serve a few controversial suprises on its foldable iPhone

Apple's first foldable iPhone could offer a more modest camera hardware than its rivals, and will also be at a disadvantage in the connectivity department.
Human skull and social media notifications from a phone.

Social media is fueling sale of human remains and grave robbery risks

The sale of human remains under the guise of curiosities and antiques on the internet is well-known. Some could be going to extremes to cash in on the demand.
ChatGPT Plus on a computer screen.

OpenAI deal could bring ChatGPT Plus to an entire country

OpenAI held discussions with the UK government about offering ChatGPT Plus access to all residents, a deal that would cost a few billion pounds.
From mode from top on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.

My top 5 tips for getting the most out of your Galaxy Z Fold 7

I've pushed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 in usual and weird ways. These are my top suggestions for anyone eyeing this sleek foldable powerhouse.
Welcome page for AI mode in Google Search.

Google Search gets an AI trick plucked straight out of a sci-fi film

For a while now, the tech industry has been shifting into the “agentic AI’ era. Simply put, it’s where an AI performs a multi-step task for you, like acting on a request such as “reserve a table for six at the nearest ramen shop with at least a 4-start rating on Wednesday.” Well, that’s essentially […]
Google Pixel 10 Pro / 10 Pro XL

Google Pixel 10 ditched a handy feature that was a tech lifesaver

So far, mainline Pixel phones have been capable of charging another device in wireless mode. That's no longer the case with the Pixel 10 series.
Scanning a book using Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing.

Google’s Gemini Live AI is finally getting serious about mobile apps

Gemini Live can now handle tasks across Calendar and Keep apps, but soon, it will also be able to handle chores within the Phone and Messages apps, as well.
Ring snap on the Google Pixel 10.

Google Pixel 10 pulls off an iPhone MagSafe trick with more style

Google Pixel 10 series introduces support for Qi2 wireless charging, but it’s the Pixelsnap range of magnetic charging accessories that set them apart from the MagSafe ecosystem for iPhones.
Deep Research option for ChatGPT.

Your temporary ChatGPT conversations could soon become truly private

ChatGPT's temporary chats promise a clean slate with no memory, but they're not bound by confidentiality. OpenAI wants to protect them behind a layer of encryption.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max chip seen from behind.

4 things I want to see from the M5 MacBook Pro

The M5 MacBook Pro could be the last of its kind, and I dearly hope that Apple gives it a proper send-off with a handful of meaningful upgrades.
Playing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Research says playing Zelda can make you feel happier in life

Playing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild helped students feel deeply meaningful, find find calm and meditative moments, trigger introspection, and engagement with inner thoughts.
Oakley Meta HSTN Smart glasses In white.

The eye-catching Oakley x Meta smart glasses are now available to pre-order

The Meta Oakley HSTN smart glasses start at $399 in the US and will be available in half a dozen lens and frame combinations.
Google AI Overview on mobile.

Google’s AI could lead you into scam support numbers on Search

Google's AI Overviews and AI Mode in Search can surface fake customer care helpline numbers that can lead you into a scammer's trap, or a dead end.
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses will be available in clear frames.

Meta smart glasses with a built-in display might cost as much as an iPhone

Meta is reportedly eyeing a price tag of $800 for its upcoming "Hypernova" smart glasses that are expected to arrive in a month.