Google unveils Veo 2 and Imagen 3 with advanced capabilities

Google on Monday unveiled two advanced AI models—Veo 2 for video generation and Imagen 3 for image generation—both designed to deliver state-of-the-art results. These models are now available through VideoFX, ImageFX, and the new Google Labs experiment, Whisk. Continue reading “Google unveils Veo 2 and Imagen 3 with advanced capabilities”

LG opens up ThinQ API platform empowering developers

LG Electronics (LG) has taken a big step towards creating smarter spaces by fully opening up the Application Programming Interface (API) of its popular smart home platform, LG ThinQ. This move empowers developers to seamlessly integrate LG appliances into their programs and systems, fostering innovation in the smart home arena. Continue reading “LG opens up ThinQ API platform empowering developers”

HONOR Pad V9 with 11.5″ 2.8K 144Hz display, IMAX Enhanced, 8 speakers announced

HONOR has launched the HONOR Pad V9 in China alongside the HONOR GT smartphone. The HONOR Pad V9 features an 11.5-inch IMAX Enhanced display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 2.8K resolution, 500 nits brightness, and an 88% screen-to-body ratio. Continue reading “HONOR Pad V9 with 11.5″ 2.8K 144Hz display, IMAX Enhanced, 8 speakers announced”

ASUS ExpertBook B5 and ExpertBook B3 with up to Intel Core Ultra 7 processors launched in India

ASUS has announced the launch of its AI-powered ExpertBook series in India, designed to enhance productivity, collaboration, and security for professionals. The lineup includes the ASUS ExpertBook B5 and ExpertBook B3, both featuring the latest Intel Core Ultra processors and eco-conscious designs focused on sustainability. Continue reading “ASUS ExpertBook B5 and ExpertBook B3 with up to Intel Core Ultra 7 processors launched in India”

HONOR GT with 6.7″ FHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, up to 16GB RAM announced

HONOR just introduced HONOR GT, the company’s latest gaming smartphone in China, as it had promised. The phone has a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED Oasis eye protection gaming screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, 3840Hz high-frequency PWM dimming. Continue reading “HONOR GT with 6.7″ FHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, up to 16GB RAM announced”

Google appoints Preeti Lobana as country manager and VP for India

Preeti Lobana has been named Google’s new country manager and vice president for India. Having spent eight years at Google as vice president of customer-centric solutions, Lobana is well-positioned to lead the company’s Indian sales and operations, said the company. Continue reading “Google appoints Preeti Lobana as country manager and VP for India”

vivo Y300 with 6.77″ FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, three-way speaker system, 6500mAh battery announced

vivo has introduced Y300, the company’s latest smartphone in the ‘Y series’ in China, as it had promised. It packs a 6.77-inch 120Hz flat AMOLED display, with up to 1800 nits peak brightness and 3840Hz high-frequency PWM dimming (when developer mode is turned on, default 2160Hz), and Diamond Shield glass. Continue reading “vivo Y300 with 6.77″ FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, three-way speaker system, 6500mAh battery announced”

Acerpure Beauty Ionic Hair Dryer and Styler and Ionic Hair Dryer launched in India

Acerpure India, a division of the Acer Group, has expanded its product range by entering the personal care segment. After successfully launching air purifiers, air circulator fans, televisions (UHD & QLED), and water purifiers within six months, the brand now introduces two innovative hair care products. Continue reading “Acerpure Beauty Ionic Hair Dryer and Styler and Ionic Hair Dryer launched in India”

Lava Blaze Duo 5G with 6.67″ FHD+ 120Hz and 1.58″ AMOLED dual displays launched

Lava just launched the Lava Blaze Duo 5G, the company’s latest 5G smartphone in the Blaze series with dual displays, after the Agni 3 was launched back in October. The phone has a 6.67″ FHD+ 3D curved AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Continue reading “Lava Blaze Duo 5G with 6.67″ FHD+ 120Hz and 1.58″ AMOLED dual displays launched”

Apple could launch foldable and slimmer iPhones by 2026, says new report

Apple is preparing major design updates for its iPhones and new foldable devices, aiming to boost growth after years of incremental upgrades, The Wall Street Journal reports. Continue reading “Apple could launch foldable and slimmer iPhones by 2026, says new report”

xAI opens free access to Grok-2 AI chatbot for all X users

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI has announced that the upgraded Grok-2 chatbot is now available for free to all users of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). The company stated that Grok-2 is faster, more accurate, and now includes new features such as image generation. Continue reading “xAI opens free access to Grok-2 AI chatbot for all X users”

Apple is working on iPad-like foldable device with 20-inch screen: Report

Apple is reportedly working on a foldable device that resembles a large iPad, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The device is said to unfold into a size equivalent to two iPad Pros placed side-by-side, with a potential launch scheduled for around 2028. Continue reading “Apple is working on iPad-like foldable device with 20-inch screen: Report”

Nothing Phone (1) Nothing OS 3.0 open beta released

Nothing has released the Android 15-based Nothing OS 3.0 open beta update for the Nothing Phone (1), after the Phone (2a) Plus got the update earlier this week. With this, the company has released the Nothing OS 3.0 open beta update for all its devices. Continue reading “Nothing Phone (1) Nothing OS 3.0 open beta released”

The Subtle Supremacy: Dissecting Snapdragon’s Hold on the Foldable Phone Market

The rise of foldable phones has ushered in a new era of mobile innovation, with devices that seamlessly morph between compact portability and expansive displays. But beneath the captivating allure of folding screens lies a crucial component driving this technological leap: the processor. And in this arena, Snapdragon has quietly but firmly established itself as the dominant force. While the foldable phone market is a hotbed of competition, a closer look reveals that Snapdragon processors are the engine behind a significant majority of these devices. This isn’t mere coincidence; it’s a result of Snapdragon’s strategic alignment with the unique demands of foldable technology.

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WhatsApp rolls out improved calling features across desktop and mobile

WhatsApp on Thursday introduced new calling features for desktop and mobile users, aimed at making it easier to connect with loved ones ahead of the holiday season. The company shared that over 2 billion calls are made on WhatsApp daily, highlighting the growing popularity of the platform’s calling feature. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out improved calling features across desktop and mobile”