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President Donald Trump irked about Apple not killing DEI initiatives, may sign executive order soon

Apple’s stance on DEI has remained unwavering, despite pressure from conservative groups like the NCPPR, which had proposed changes to the company’s approach. Apple CEO Tim Cook made it clear that the company would only modify its policies if legally required to do so

Formovie Cinema Edge 4K UST Laser Projector Review: Compact size, massive punch

Considering its price, the Formovie Cinema Edge 4K offers a fantastic balance of high-quality visuals, smart functionality, and ease of use

Samsung working on Huawei Mate XT-like triple folding smartphone, likely to call it Galaxy G Fold

Unlike Huawei’s S-style design, where the screen folds in a zigzag pattern, Samsung’s G-style approach would fold all three display sections inward, keeping them protected when the phone is closed

Tesla’s EU sales dropped by half because of Elon Musk's antics in Germany’s elections

Data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) revealed that Tesla sold just 9,945 cars in January 2025, a sharp 45 per cent decline from the 18,161 sold in the same month from a year ago

iPhone dictation bug allegedly replaces 'racist' with 'Trump', Apple says fix on the way

Apple has acknowledged the problem, explaining that it stems from a glitch in the speech recognition model used for dictation. Apple assured users that a fix is already in the works and will be rolled out soon

Indonesia to finally lift iPhone 16 ban after 5 months, despite no formal manufacturing plan from Apple

According to reports, Indonesia’s Ministry for Industry is set to grant Apple the necessary permits to sell the iPhone 16 series, thus lifting the ban, once Apple signs an MoU with Indonesia regarding its $1 billion dollar investments

Tim Cook says Apple's to continue with DEI programme for now, will only change if forced by law

Tim Cook addressed concerns about Apple’s stance on DEI. He explained that while the company remains committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, legal requirements could force them to make some adjustments in the future

Boult Partybox X80 Review: A feature-packed speaker with major party vibes

Party speakers often come with a few extra tricks, and the Boult Partybox X80 packs them all — multiple input options, microphone support, and dynamic LED lighting that reacts to the music. But how does it sound? And is it worth what Boult is asking for it

Best phones under Rs 50,000 (Feb 2025): OnePlus 13R, iQOO 12 5G to Samsung Galaxy S23 5G 

Here are the top 5 smartphones under Rs 50,000 in India at the moment

How DeepSeek’s AI models gave NVIDIA's H20 chips a major boost in China, sent demand rocketing

Even as Chinese chipmakers like Huawei continue to develop their own AI processors, NVIDIA’s H20 remains the industry standard. Analysts estimate that over 1 million H20 chips were shipped in 2024, generating $12 billion in revenue for NVIDIA

Asus unveils Zenbook A14 and Vivobook 16 AI PCs in India, powered by new Qualcomm Snapdragon X SoCs

The Asus Zenbook A14 (UX3407QA) is powered by a Snapdragon X chipset, while the UX3407RA variant features the more powerful Snapdragon X Elite processor. Meanwhile, the Asus Vivobook 16 X1607QA runs on the Snapdragon X processor offers over 20 hours of battery life

Intel unveils new Xeon 6 server-grade CPUs to boost enterprise AI and networking needs

Intel’s latest Xeon 6 launch comes at a time when AMD is aggressively expanding its presence in the server market. AMD’s server CPU business grew to 35.5% market share in Q4 2024, showing steady gains over Intel

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon X Chipset in India, to power affordable Copilot+ AI PCs

One of the standout features of the Snapdragon X Chipset is its dedicated Hexagon neural processing unit (NPU), which enables AI performance of up to 45 TOPS. This ensures smooth AI-driven experiences, including Copilot+ features on Windows 11

Apple to invest $500Bn to build servers and hire 20,000 people to boost US AI capabilities

A major highlight of Apple’s ambitious plan is the construction of a new advanced manufacturing facility in Houston. This site will focus on producing servers for Apple Intelligence, which were previously manufactured abroad

Apple to launch new MacBook Air with M4 chip next month

Reports suggest that Apple has already started clearing out existing MacBook Air stock, a strong indication that the new models are just around the corner. The 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Airs, currently running on the M2 chip, are set to receive a significant boost with the M4 processor

Apple removes its Advanced Data Protection services from the UK

Apple first introduced ADP as part of iOS 16.2 in early 2023, offering an extra layer of security for iCloud backups. Prior to this, Apple encrypted most data stored in iCloud but stopped short of encrypting backups, which left them accessible to law enforcement when legally requested

Alibaba to invest over $53 billion in AI over next 3 years in response to Trump's Stargate

Alibaba's cloud business has been seeing steady growth, with revenue climbing 13 per cent year-over-year to $4.35 billion in the last quarter. AI-related product revenue has surged for six consecutive quarters, recording triple-digit growth

After OpenAI's ChatGPT, Apple to soon add Google's Gemini to Apple Intelligence

Apple had previously made it clear that Apple Intelligence would work with multiple AI providers, and Google's Gemini was always on the list. Now, with a reference to Gemini spotted in the latest developer beta, it looks like the tech giant is getting closer to making this a reality

Apple Intelligence finally coming to India in April thanks to iOS 18.4 update, Beta version released

Apple has already launched the beta version of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4, for developers to test the upcoming new AI features, giving a sneak peek into what’s coming next

Best phones under Rs 40,000 (Feb 2025): Realme GT 6, Google Pixel 8a to Honor 200 Pro 5G

Here are the top 5 smartphones to buy under Rs 40,000 in India this month

Microsoft prepares itself to host OpenAI's GPT-5 and other models, as AI competition increases

GPT-5 is expected to be a major milestone for OpenAI, combining multiple AI tech into one seamless system. Microsoft is expected to launch GPT-5 integration around its Build developer conference, around May 19. The timing aligns with Google I/O, which will take place the same week

Apple assembling iPhone 16e in Indian factories for both domestic market and exports

Initially, Apple’s India-based production focused on older and entry-level models, while higher-end versions were imported. However, this has changed over time, with newer models being assembled locally from their launch phase itself

NVIDIA launches new free AI tool that can teach American Sign Language

Despite ASL being the third most widely used language in the United States, there are still limited resources available for people looking to learn it. NVIDIA’s latest offering is set to change that, using artificial intelligence to make the process more interactive and engaging

Google to open its first retail stores outside the US in India, close to finalising sites at Mumbai, Delhi

India has become a major focus for Google, as it has pledged to invest $10 billion. Google is close to finalising sites in Delhi and Mumbai, marking a significant step in its expansion strategy for one of its most promising markets

Apple to start sending teams equipped with portable imaging & LiDAR backpacks to refine its Maps services in India

Starting February 24, Apple will be sending teams of people, equipped with portable versions of their sophisticated LiDAR and imaging devices, out into major Indian cities such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, and Mumbai

Tesla’s first EV shipments to arrive at Mumbai port, first lot to be sold in Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai

Tesla will kick off its sales this year soon, starting with three major cities — Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai. The company has reportedly locked in locations for its first two showrooms, with one in Delhi’s Aerocity and another in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)

Best True Wireless (TWS) Earbuds around Rs 5,000 in India: From OnePlus Buds 3 to CMF Buds Pro 2

Looking for a pair of TWS earbuds around Rs 5,000? Here are your top 5 options in India at the moment.

Google unveils new bot to help scientists with researching and analysing new medical treatments

Google's AI bot has already been tested by scientists at Stanford University and Imperial College London, with Google claiming it demonstrates advanced reasoning skills. It is capable of reviewing scientific papers and identifying potential breakthroughs

Why Apple is betting big on the iPhone 16e to push Apple Intelligence's adoption across key markets

Apple has been struggling to excite consumers with new products, and iPhone sales dipped at the end of last year. With the iPhone 16e, the company is betting that AI will be the next big selling point

Apple finally launches its in-house modem with iPhone 16e, moving away from Qualcomm. Here's why it matters

Apple’s new modem is part of what it calls the C1 subsystem, a set of key components designed to improve performance, efficiency, and battery life. The company has spent years testing the modem with 180 carriers across 55 countries to ensure it works globally