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How to create 90's retro-style Diwali AI portraits with Gemini Nano Banana: 50 Viral prompts to try

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:55:06 IST

Diwali 2025: As Diwali on October 20 nears, netizens are using Google Gemini Nano’s AI to turn selfies into vintage Bollywood-style portraits in sarees and kurta-pyjamas. An X user shared 50 viral prompts to try. Here is a step-by-step guide as well on how to create customised festive portraits.

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Apple retires Clips app: How to save your videos, who can still use it and key alternatives

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:48:40 IST

Apple is retiring its Clips app, removing it from the App Store for new users as of October 10, 2025. Existing users on iOS 26 or iPadOS 26 can still use it. Apple advises saving videos with or without effects to Photos, iCloud, or third-party apps like iMovie.

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Apple MacBook Pro, Air, Mac mini, and Studio to get M5 upgrade, launch in early 2026: Report

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:09:57 IST

Apple is expected to refresh its Mac lineup in 2026, including MacBook Pro, Air, Mac mini, and Studio with M5 chips. The first M5 MacBook Pro may arrive late 2025, followed by high-end models and new Airs. Updates will likely roll out throughout the year, enhancing performance and hardware.

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Flipkart Diwali bonanza: Apple iPhone 16 Pro now up to ₹50,000 cheaper? 3 Reasons to buy in 2025

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 08:48:22 IST

Flipkart Diwali sale is offering the iPhone 16 Pro at a massive discount. Buyers can save via card discounts and exchange offers. Inclusive of all the offers, interested buyers can save up to ₹50,000 or more. Check how the deal works. 

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Flipkart Diwali sale: Top 5 deals on premium mobiles you shouldn't miss – iPhone 16 Pro Max, Vivo X200 FE & more

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 07:42:02 IST

Ahead of Diwali, Flipkart has launched festive sales offering major discounts on premium smartphones, including iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Vivo X200 FE and others. Buyers can save through bank offers, exchange deals, and festive price cuts across models. Check out the top deals.

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Amazon Diwali bonanza: Top 5 deals on flagship mobiles you should not miss - iPhone 16, OnePlus 13 & more

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 15:40:24 IST

Ahead of Diwali, Amazon’s Great Indian Festival sale offers top flagship smartphones at discounted prices. Deals include Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, iPhone 15, OnePlus 13, and more, featuring high-end displays, cameras, AI features, and fast charging. Check out the top offers.

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ChatGPT will soon pay for you! India’s AI payment pilot set to go live: What it means for users

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 14:21:17 IST

On 10 October 2025, India’s NPCI and Razorpay, with OpenAI, launched a pilot for AI-powered payments on ChatGPT using UPI. The project tests how users can safely complete transactions, starting with Bigbasket, with Axis Bank and Airtel Payments Bank as partners, using agentic AI and Reserve Pay.

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AI isn’t the dot-com bubble, but that won’t stop it from ending badly

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 13:59:50 IST

Artificial intelligence has gone from a cool toy to a prime mover of both the economy and the stock market. Here are four ways the rally could end.

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Gemini Nano banana app can turn your photos into anime characters, scenes and manga— Google explains how

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 13:23:46 IST

Google shared on X on Oct 10 how Gemini app users are transforming their photos into anime-inspired characters, AI-generated worlds, manga scenes, kawaii edits, and vintage-style food illustrations — all using the Nano Banana tool. Here are some sample prompts to try.

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Elon Musk slams OpenAI again: ‘Built on a lie. They stole a charity!’ over non-profit status

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 11:23:20 IST

Elon Musk criticised OpenAI on Oct 11, calling it “built on a lie,” after retweeting ex-board member Helen Toner’s post highlighting dishonesty and intimidation in the company. He claimed the non-profit was misused for financial gain, raising questions about AI governance and transparency.

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‘Rockstar could lose millions if GTA 6 launches at $100’: Fans prefer $70 for the next big game, says research

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 09:57:07 IST

MIDiA Research predicts GTA 6, expected to debut in May 2026 on PS5 and Xbox, will likely earn more at $69.99 than $100. Surveying 2,000 US gamers, 60% would buy at $69.99, fewer at higher prices. Rockstar has yet to confirm pricing. Higher costs may reduce sales.

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Inspired by Apple’s Liquid Glass? Vivo debuts OriginOS 6 and BlueOS 3 with revamped looks and AI-powered features

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 07:04:02 IST

ChatGPT said: Vivo launched OriginOS 6 in China on Friday with Android 16 and new AI tools like Live Photo AI Removal. The update debuts on Vivo X300 Pro, X300, and iQOO 15, featuring a redesigned UI, smoother performance via Blue River Engine, and rollout to older models from November 2025.

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Bose Angers Customers by Ending Cloud Streaming for Old Speakers

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 04:57:53 IST

Bose Corp. announced this week that it will discontinue the cloud infrastructure for its “SoundTouch” line of audio speakers in February, rendering the devices unable to directly stream music from services like Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music and others.

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Google Chrome to automatically mute notifications from ignored websites on Android and desktop

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 00:16:51 IST

Google is introducing a new Chrome feature for Android and desktop that automatically disables notifications from websites users often ignore. The update, built into Chrome’s Safety Check tool, aims to reduce notification fatigue by revoking permissions for sites with low engagement.

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OpenAI can finally stop saving deleted ChatGPT conversations - but not for everyone

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 23:04:14 IST

A court order allows OpenAI to stop retaining ChatGPT conversations, previously mandated by a preservation order from a lawsuit by the New York Times. OpenAI will no longer need to preserve user data but will continue to monitor flagged accounts for specific cases.

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After Nayara outage, Microsoft launches protocols to secure India’s key services

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 22:31:32 IST

In its new policy, Microsoft said that it will ensure that it prevents a blackout by pursuing legal recourses against foreign sanctions potentially affecting Indian enterprises, especially in critical sectors such as government, telecommunications and energy.

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OpenAI could be working on ‘Clinician Mode’ for ChatGPT: Here's what we know so far

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 21:44:13 IST

Recent updates from OpenAI may soon include a 'Clinician Mode' for medical inquiries in ChatGPT. Code indications point to a friendlier voice mode as well. However, the actual rollout of these features is not guaranteed despite the ongoing innovations in AI.

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Oppo begins ColorOS 16 beta rollout in India ahead of October 15 launch: Eligible devices, features and more

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 20:06:18 IST

The ColorOS 16 beta is now available for select Oppo devices, including the Find X8 Pro, for users in India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Applications are open until October 13, with a launch set for October 15, featuring enhanced animations and customization options.

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AI disruption reshaping jobs in Indias USD 245 bn technology, CX sectors

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:19:44 IST

AI disruption reshaping jobs in India's USD 245 bn technology, CX sectors

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov warns of ‘dark dystopian future’ for internet, says ‘running out of time to…’

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:21:29 IST

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov expressed concerns about the internet becoming a tool of control rather than a platform for free information. 

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Elon Musk says Grok AI will soon expose fake videos on X and track down their origin

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:27:52 IST

Elon Musk's Grok chatbot will soon have the ability to detect AI signatures in videos in a bid to combat the rise of indistinguishable AI-generated content on the social media platform.

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Highly rated projectors from ₹5290, up to 80% off in Amazon Diwali Sale; WZATCO, EGate, BenQ deals were never this low

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:00:06 IST

Amazon Diwali Sale 2025 brings highly rated projectors from ₹5,290. WZATCO and EGATE lead budget smart picks, WANBO adds bright Android TV units, while BenQ and Epson suit home cinema and gaming with better colour, lower lag. Choose by room, throw, and budget.

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End of monopoly? Britain challenges Google’s dominance with new search regulations

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:05:18 IST

Britain's CMA says it has found that Google maintains a strategic position in the search and search advertising sector, with more than 90% of searches in the UK taking place on its platform

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Samsung Galaxy M17 5G with 6.7-inch Full HD+ 90Hz AMOLED display launched in India, price starts at ₹12,499

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:35:35 IST

The Galaxy M17 5G, priced from ₹12,499, features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, triple camera setup, and 5,000mAh battery. It will be available on Amazon and other platforms starting October 13

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How to apply for OxygenOS 16 beta in India? Step-by-step guide, eligible devices, new features and more

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:48:47 IST

OxygenOS 16 beta will launch in India on 16 October. Ahead of the launch, OnePlus has begun taking applications for the beta version of the UI. The new UI is expected to come with smoother animations, better connectivity with PC and Mac along with support for adjustable icons.

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Smartwatches for women at up to 80% off on Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale: Best deals from Titan, Redmi and more

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:08:58 IST

Grab stylish and functional smartwatches for women at up to 80% off on Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale, featuring top picks from Titan, Redmi, and more!

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Karwa Chauth 2025: Create stunning festive portraits with these 5 AI prompts using Google Gemini Nano Banana

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:54:30 IST

Karwa Chauth 2025 falls on 10 October, and this year, Indians are embracing AI to celebrate in style. Using Google’s Gemini Nano Banana tool, users are turning their photos into festive portraits featuring traditional attire, moonlit backdrops, ceremonial details. Here are the top 5 prompts to try.

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Microsoft restores Teams and Exchange after US outage caused by ‘network misconfiguration’

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:41:42 IST

Microsoft resolved a major outage on Thursday affecting Teams and Exchange Online in North America. A network misconfiguration caused the disruption, which impacted thousands of users. Reports peaked at 17,000 but dropped to 136 by 5:38 p.m. ET, with services now restored.

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Death of sweet king: AI chatbots linked to teen tragedy

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:35:11 IST

Death of 'sweet king': AI chatbots linked to teen tragedy

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Google Pixel phones just got a major upgrade! Android 16 October update could fix THESE bugs – Eligible devices

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:08:03 IST

Google has begun rolling out its October 2025 software update for all supported Pixel devices running Android 16. The phased update improves system stability, display, graphics, and UI, with notifications sent when available. Eligible models include Pixel 7–10 series, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet.

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Samsung Galaxy M17 5G to launch in India on October 10: Expected price, specs and what to expect

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:14:02 IST

Samsung will launch the Galaxy M17 5G in India on October 10. Expected to be priced under ₹15,000, the phone may feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, Exynos 1330 chip, 50MP triple camera, 13MP front sensor, and 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging. 

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Amazon Great Indian Festival: Get gaming laptops with top specs at great prices from HP, Lenovo and other brands

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:14 IST

The Amazon Great Indian Festival offers exceptional deals on the best gaming laptops, combining power, graphics, and speed for an upgraded gaming experience that delivers performance and style at unbeatable value.

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Meta AI on Instagram can now dub your reels in Hindi: here's how the feature works

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 23:08:18 IST

Meta introduces reel translation for Instagram and Facebook in Hindi and Portuguese. Using AI, the feature mimics creators' voices for an authentic experience. Users can enable or disable translations, and the dubbed reels will carry a label indicating AI involvement.

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OnePlus teases key OxygenOS 16 features ahead of launch, open beta goes live for select devices in India

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 22:21:58 IST

OxygenOS 16 is launching on October 16, replacing OxygenOS 15 with smoother animations and improved connectivity with Mac and Windows devices. 

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WhatsApp quietly begins rolling out Liquid Glass look to iPhones: Here's what’s changing

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 20:16:47 IST

WhatsApp is rolling out Apple's Liquid Glass design to iOS users, featuring a semi-transparent bottom navigation bar and smoother animations. The update aligns with iOS 26 aesthetics, enhancing user interaction with a visually consistent experience across the app.