Mustafa Hatipoglu | Anadolu | Getty Images Artificial intelligence startup Runway on Monday announced Gen 4.5, a new video model that outperforms similar models from Google and OpenAI in an independent benchmark. Gen 4.5 allows users to generate high-definition videos based on written prompts that describe the motion and action they want. Runway said the model […]
Continue ReadingSamsung’s upcoming One UI 8.5 update may introduce an automatic tool to block apps that send frequent ad notifications. Spotted by a tipster, the feature appears in Device Care as “Block apps with excessive ads” and can place spam-heavy apps into deep sleep. Users may choose between Basic and Intelligent blocking, with the latter analysing […]
Continue ReadingHere are the five best smartphones priced under Rs. 10,000 that deliver an impressive gaming performance. The list includes models like iQOO Z10x 5G, Vivo T4x 5G, Realme P3 Lite 5G, Redmi Note 14 SE 5G, and Poco M7 Plus 5G. Most of them were launched this year and run on MediaTek and Snapdragon chipsets.
Continue ReadingNvidia on Monday announced it has purchased $2 billion of Synopsys‘ common stock as part of a strategic partnership to accelerate computing and artificial intelligence engineering solutions. As part of the multiyear partnership, Nvidia will help Synopsys accelerate its portfolio of compute-intensive applications, advance agentic AI engineering, expand cloud access and develop joint go-to-market initiatives, […]
Continue ReadingSopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox. Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day: 1. No-tech November Last week’s recovery rally allowed the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 to both finish their seventh […]
Continue ReadingRedmi 15C 5G is scheduled to launch in India in the first week of December. While the pricing details of the handset remain under wraps, the Chinese smartphone maker has revealed various key specifications and features of the upcoming Redmi 15C 5G. It is confirmed to be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6000 chipset, paired […]
Continue ReadingVivo S50 Pro Mini reportedly surfaced on the Geekbench website with model number V2527A. The smartphone has scored 2,778 points in single-core testing and 9,344 points on multi-core testing on Geekbench. The listing suggests 16GB RAM and Android 16 OS. It is powered by an octa-core chipset with an ARMv8 architecture.
Continue ReadingDec 01, 2025Ravie LakshmananHacking News / Cybersecurity Hackers aren’t kicking down the door anymore. They just use the same tools we use every day — code packages, cloud accounts, email, chat, phones, and “trusted” partners — and turn them against us. One bad download can leak your keys. One weak vendor can expose many customers […]
Continue ReadingThe AI browser wars are coming to a desktop near you, and you need to start worrying about their security challenges. For the last two decades, whether you used Chrome, Edge, or Firefox, the fundamental paradigm remained the same: a passive window through which a human user viewed and interacted with the internet. That era […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is likely to go official early next year alongside the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+. Ahead of the formal reveal, leaks have surfaced on the Web showcasing what are alleged to be the wallpapers for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. They suggest six wallpapers. Samsung is likely to use these shades for […]
Continue ReadingIntel stock held a sharp hike in pretrading on Monday, after the stock surged on Friday when an analyst predicted the chip giant was nearing a deal to supply Apple in 2027. Shares in Intel rose 10% on Friday after TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo posted on X that he expected Intel to begin […]
Continue ReadingAmazon Black Friday Sale 2025 will end in a few hours. Hence, if you were unable to buy a new smart TV, home appliance, or kitchen appliance that you needed to purchase over the weekend, you might want to do it now. Other electronics, like gaming consoles, smartphones, smartwatches, tablets, laptops, PCs, smart glasses, and […]
Continue ReadingThe Ministry of telecommunications has reportedly asked smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. As per the report, the notice was sent to mobile brands operating in the country on November 28, highlighting that users should not be able to uninstall or disable the app. The government’s cybersecurity app allows users […]
Continue ReadingNetflix has updated its support page to let users know that the platform’s mobile app will no longer support casting to newer Chromecast devices and Google TV Streamer. Some users have already noted that the Cast icon in the app has been removed. The company maintains that Google Cast and older Chromecast devices are currently […]
Continue ReadingAmazon’s 2025 Black Friday Sale is ending soon, offering major discounts on smartphones, audio products, accessories and other electronics in India. Shoppers can find reduced prices across premium and budget categories, along with additional savings through bank offers, exchange deals and coupons. The sale includes options ranging from daily-use phones to ANC earbud…
Continue ReadingA new GTA 6 leak has surfaced that shows alleged in-development footage from the game. The leak reportedly surfaced as part of a demo reel of a former Rockstar Games employee. The leaked video allegedly shows character animations from GTA 6.
Continue ReadingThe India variant of the Realme Watch 5 will launch on December 4 with a 1.97-inch AMOLED display, an IP68 rating and four colour options. As per the company, it will offer up to 20 days of battery life in Light Mode, 108 sports modes, and independent GPS with five satellite systems. Health features include […]
Continue ReadingVivo V70 series will include a Fan Edition model, according to a report. Dubbed Vivo V70 FE, the handset is expected to be powered by a Snapdragon chipset. It might ship with OriginOS 6, which is based on Android 16. However, the tech firm has yet to confirm the launch of the Vivo V70 lineup. […]
Continue ReadingA new Android malware named Albiriox has been advertised under a malware-as-a-service (MaaS) model to offer a “full spectrum” of features to facilitate on-device fraud (ODF), screen manipulation, and real-time interaction with infected devices. The malware embeds a hard-coded list comprising over 400 applications spanning banking, financial technology, payment processors, cryptocurrency exchanges, digital wallets, and […]
Continue ReadingChatGPT turned three last week, marking an evolution from a text-only novelty to a multimodal AI platform used across industries. It grew quickly and hit major milestones with GPT-4, a freemium model, and by integrating real-time search. The ongoing year also brought agentic tools and advanced models like GPT-5.1 to the platform, expanding ChatGPT from […]
Continue ReadingThe Vivo X300 Ultra is expected to launch in China in the first quarter of 2026, according to a tipster. This would place its debut slightly earlier than the X200 Ultra’s April launch but still within a reasonable window, as the Vivo X300 and X300 Pro were introduced this October. The tipster also claims the […]
Continue ReadingThe Nothing OS 4.0 update has started rolling out to Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro models. The Android 16-based UI brings new design elements and features. It has a new AI usage dashboard and Extra Dark Mode. The Glyph Progress now integrates with Android 16’s Live Update notifications. The Nothing OS 4.0 allows users […]
Continue ReadingOnePlus Ace 6T, which is set to be the latest addition to the smartphone maker’s Ace 6 lineup in China, will feature a 50-megapixel main rear camera, the company has announced. Moreover, the tech firm has revealed that the phone will ship with Android 16-based ColorOS 16, introducing various AI-enabled tools. The phone will be […]
Continue ReadingThe Oakley Meta Glasses are now available for purchase in India, following their global debut in June. The AI-powered smart glasses have been developed in collaboration with the sports performance equipment manufacturer Oakley. They are offered in the HSTN style of Oakley glasses and combine Meta’s AI technology stack, including support for the Meta AI […]
Continue ReadingCapcom is reportedly working on a Dead Rising sequel starring photographer Frank West. According to an MP1st report, the new Dead Rising game will be set in Hollywood. The project has reportedly been in development since 2023.
Continue ReadingXiaomi 17 Ultra will be launched by the Chinese smartphone maker later this month, according to a tipster. This comes shortly after the camera kit, along with the camera configuration, of the rumoured handset leaked online. Apart from the launch timeline, the leaker has also shared some more information about the Xiaomi 17 Ultra’s rear […]
Continue ReadingDec 01, 2025Ravie LakshmananMalware / Threat Intelligence The threat actor known as Tomiris has been attributed to attacks targeting foreign ministries, intergovernmental organizations, and government entities in Russia with an aim to establish remote access and deploy additional tools. “These attacks highlight a notable shift in Tomiris’s tactics, namely the increased use of implants that […]
Continue ReadingThe Lava Play Max is an upcoming smartphone teased to join the Lava Play series in India. It may feature a dual rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel main sensor, a glowing camera module design, flat plastic frames, and a larger 6.72-inch full-HD+ 120Hz display. Expected to launch in December under Rs. 12,000, it could […]
Continue ReadingRealme P4x 5G is all set to be launched in India later this week. Ahead of the official announcement, pricing details of the handset have leaked online. As per the latest leak, it will be available in three RAM and storage configurations. The Realme P4x 5G will be equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra […]
Continue ReadingThe DoT has issued a new directive that will impact users who access messaging apps across multiple devices. Under the updated rule, instant messaging platforms are required to enable SIM-based login verification. This means services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal must ensure that users have the same active SIM used during account registration inserted […]
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