Baidu unveils ERNIE 4.5 and X1 AI models with multimodal and reasoning capabilities

Baidu, a major AI and internet company, has unveiled its latest foundation models: ERNIE 4.5, a native multimodal model, and ERNIE X1, a deep-thinking reasoning model. The company noted that this launch highlights its focus on advancing next-generation AI technologies. Continue reading “Baidu unveils ERNIE 4.5 and X1 AI models with multimodal and reasoning capabilities”

Apple reportedly planned to make iPhone 17 Air completely port-free

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air is grabbing attention with new details surfacing from leaks and reports. Set to debut this fall, it’s expected to be Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever, about 2 mm slimmer than other models in the iPhone 17 lineup. Continue reading “Apple reportedly planned to make iPhone 17 Air completely port-free”

Mivi Commando X7 Gaming Earbuds with up to 50h total playback, Dual RGB lights, fast charge launched

Mivi has expanded its gaming TWS lineup with the introduction of the Mivi Commando X7 earbuds. The Commando X7 earbuds, crafted by the Mivi Design Studio, are proudly ‘Made in India.’ Continue reading “Mivi Commando X7 Gaming Earbuds with up to 50h total playback, Dual RGB lights, fast charge launched”

Jio offers free JioHotstar on TV / Mobile in 4K for 90 days with select plans for a limited period

Just in time for the IPL 2025 season which begins later this week, Reliance Jio has introduced a promotional offer, available to both new and existing Jio SIM customers. The offer provides access to cricket content and internet services for a limited time. Continue reading “Jio offers free JioHotstar on TV / Mobile in 4K for 90 days with select plans for a limited period”

Apple to begin AirPods production in India from April

Apple started exporting an AirPods component from India to China and Vietnam in 2023. From April, the company will start production of Airpods at the Foxconn plant in Hyderabad for exports, according to reports from PTI and IANS. Continue reading “Apple to begin AirPods production in India from April”

Google Assistant on mobile is upgrading to Gemini

Google has announced it is transitioning mobile users from Google Assistant to Gemini, an AI-powered upgrade designed to provide smarter assistance. Continue reading “Google Assistant on mobile is upgrading to Gemini”

RCS Universal Profile 3.0 brings interoperable E2EE to messaging and more

GSMA on Friday announced new specifications for Rich Communication Services (RCS) that bring end-to-end encryption (E2EE) using the Messaging Layer Security (MLS) protocol. Continue reading “RCS Universal Profile 3.0 brings interoperable E2EE to messaging and more”

Lenovo Idea Tab Pro with 12.7″ 3K display, Quad JBL speakers launched in India

Lenovo has launched the Idea Tab Pro, the company’s latest tablet, in India. It has a 12.7-inch LCD screen with a 3K resolution suitable for streaming, design work, and light gaming. The tablet offers an immersive audio experience with a quad JBL speaker system and Dolby Atmos support.

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Apple AirPods could get live translation support with iOS 19 update

Apple is reportedly preparing to introduce a live-translation feature for its AirPods, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. This functionality will be part of a major software update expected later this year, alongside the launch of iOS 19, Apple’s next-generation mobile operating system. Continue reading “Apple AirPods could get live translation support with iOS 19 update”

Sony unveils next-gen display with independent RGB LEDs

Sony announced today a new display system featuring an independent drive RGB LED with a high-density backlight. This setup allows red (R), green (G), and blue (B) lights to operate separately, delivering sharp color purity and a wide color gamut for vibrant images on large screens. Continue reading “Sony unveils next-gen display with independent RGB LEDs”

Google Play Games expands PC catalog, multi-account support and more

Google Play Games is growing its library by adding more PC games and improving the experience across both PC and mobile devices, the company announced. This update introduces new titles, exclusive rewards, and better gameplay options for players. Continue reading “Google Play Games expands PC catalog, multi-account support and more”

realme 14 5G with Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, 6000mAh battery teased

realme has started teasing the launch of realme 14 5G smartphone in global markets such as Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. The company in an event in Indonesia confirmed that the phone will launch in April. Continue reading “realme 14 5G with Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, 6000mAh battery teased”

Gemini gets experimental personalization, connects search and more

Google on Thursday introduced “Gemini with personalization,” an innovative experimental feature designed to provide tailored responses by linking to users’ Google apps and services. Continue reading “Gemini gets experimental personalization, connects search and more”

LG advances 6G development and standardization

LG is maintaining its focus on the development of 6G communications technology. Recently, Kim Lae-young, Senior Research Engineer at LG’s CTO Office, was appointed Vice Chair of the Service and System Aspects (SA) plenary at the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP). Continue reading “LG advances 6G development and standardization”

Google rolls out Android 16 beta 3 update

Google has begun rolling out Android 16 Beta 3 for eligible Pixel devices, following the release of Beta 2 last month. This version signifies the milestone of “Platform Stability,” as highlighted by Google. With this stage, API surfaces are locked, app-facing behaviors are final, and developers are encouraged to upload Android 16-targeted apps to the Play Store. Continue reading “Google rolls out Android 16 beta 3 update”