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Oppo is said to be working on three smartphone models that could be equipped with batteries that have a capacity of more than 6,000mAh. A tipster claims that the Chinese phone maker is already developing two smartphones that could pack up to 7,000mAh batteries. Realme has also been tipped to launch a smartphone with a 7,00mAh battery in December. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/pmEcU2K

Ethereum is confronting critical questions about its role in supporting crypto commerce, following changes to the user experience that are said to have diminished activity. According to critics, there has been a rising dependence on Layer-2 blockchains, which are developed to enhance time consuming and expensive transactions. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/4IRY3i2

OnePlus 13R has been listed on Geekbench, and the purported successor to the OnePlus 12R could soon be launched. The handset is expected to debut in global markets in the coming months, alongside the flagship OnePlus 13 model. Here's what we know about the upcoming OnePlus 13R and is specifications. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/LIn8sfJ

OpenAI has been sued by five news publications in Canada: Torstar, Postmedia, The Globe and Mail, The Canadian Press, and CBC/Radio-Canada over alleged copyright infringement. The five news companies have accused the ChatGPT maker of regularly breaching copyright and online terms of use. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/g8tZKBX

Canada's Competition Bureau is suing Alphabet's Google over alleged anti-competitive conduct in online advertising. The Competition Bureau, in a statement, said it had filed an application with the Competition Tribunal seeking an order that, among other things, requires Google to sell two of its ad tech tools. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/1TnE2Y0

Amazon has announced its first-ever Black Friday Sale in India which went live on midnight November 28. During this limited period, customers can avail of exciting discounts on a wide range of items such as smartphones, TVs, home appliances, gaming consoles, fashion and beauty products, and more. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/9BukihO

Global foldable smartphone shipments decreased by 1 percent year-on-year (YoY) in the third quarter (Q3) of 2024, according to a market research firm. The market is reported to have experienced a dip for the first time after six consecutive quarters of growth. Samsung had the largest market share in the foldable smartphone market globally, followed by brands such as H... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/VnhCfvR

Redmi K80 series was launched in China on Wednesday. Xiaomi's latest smartphone lineup comprises two models — Redmi K80 and Redmi K80 Pro. Both handsets are equipped with flagship Snapdragon chipsets and boast 120Hz AMOLED displays. The Redmi K80 Pro benefits from an additional 50-megapixel floating telephoto lens with 2.5X optical zoom, which the base model does no... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/dWV5hut

Magnetic tornadoes twisting down from Jupiter's ionosphere create massive, Earth-sized anticyclonic storms in the planet's atmosphere. These dark ovals, detectable only in ultraviolet light, form dense hazes of aerosols stirred by swirling magnetic vortices. This phenomenon, visible at Jupiter's poles, was unveiled through data from the Hubble Space Telescope's OPAL p... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/9QIRimS

Streambox Media has launched its latest range of QLED TVs called Dor in India, the company announced on Tuesday. The Indian startup, which is backed by Micromax Informatics, Nikhil Kamath, and Stride Ventures, offers the TV with a subscription-based TV service which negates the upfront cost of the QLED TV in favour of a TV-as-a-service model. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/18LNSFg

Realme’s GT 7 Pro packs in everything one would expect from an affordable flagship smartphone in India. This time, Realme's GT 7 Pro incorporates the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, which is currently absent from any flagship available in India. How does it perform, and are the cameras any good? Read on to find out. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Qb2f56B

The H.E.S.S. Observatory in Namibia has detected the highest-energy cosmic ray electrons ever observed, suggesting sources within a few hundred light-years. The findings point to extreme phenomena like pulsars and supernova remnants, offering insights into cosmic processes and particle accelerators. The breakthrough provides crucial data for future studies, reshaping ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DVku04N

OnePlus is rolling out the stable version of its latest operating system (OS) update dubbed OxygenOS 15 for the OnePlus Open in India, the company announced on Sunday. Based on Android 15, it introduces visual enhancements with Flux Themes and improved animations across the user interface (UI), adds artificial intelligence (AI) features for photo editing and productiv... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/rRE129L

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 are expected to land in the second half of next year. The 2025 foldable lineup may likely be the first foldables to utilise the company's in-house Exynos SoC. To be more exact, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 are said to run on Exynos 2500. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 trio is rumoured to launch with a Snapdragon 8 E... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/IHOErMg

Apple was expected to launch AirPods Max 2 at its September event but that did not happen. Instead, it introduced a refreshed version of the original AirPods Max headphones with a USB Type-C port which replaced the proprietary Lightning port, in line with the company’s other devices. However, the Cupertino-based tech giant does not have plans to introduce a big reva... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/1CqS9Ee

iOS 19 is rumoured to be in development as the next operating system (OS) update for iPhone. The successor to iOS 18 is expected to be previewed next year in the summer and debut in September, alongside the purported iPhone 17 series. However, a new report suggests iOS 19 will initially carry only some of the new features that are said to be in development and some of... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Rbe0KWQ

The Pixel 9 Pro ticks most checkboxes for a compact flagship smartphone. It packs a solid build and an excellent display. The performance is decent for everyday tasks until you are more inclined towards gaming. On the camera front, the 9 Pro outshines some expensive rivals. There are tons of AI features, and it also comes with Google's 7 years of software support. All... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/iHXkl6Z

Honor 300 Ultra could be launched soon, according to a Chinese tipster. The company has already confirmed the upcoming release of the Honor 300 and 300 Pro models, but there has been no word on an Ultra variant. Here's everything you need to know about the purported Honor 300 Ultra. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Wfx8Mqg

Nubia V70 Design has been launched in the Philippines and the ZTE subsidiary's latest phone is equipped with a 6.7-inch LCD screen. It is equipped with 4GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and it packs a 5,000mAh battery. The Nubia V70 Design runs on Android 14, with the company's MyOS 14 skin on top. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/o1QxuAy

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated on Saturday that the global collaboration and cooperation in technology would persist, even if the new US administration under President-elect Donald Trump enforces stricter export controls on advanced computing products. "We have entered the age of AI. It's a new era of computing that will affect every industry and every scientific fiel... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/6v5Sh1R

Amazon has invested another $4 billion into Anthropic, as the firm plans to captialise on a boom in generative AI technology. The e-commerce giant has doubled its investment in the OpenAI competitor, known for its GenAI chatbot Claude, but it will remain a minority investor in the firm. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/I2W59NZ

The Solar Orbiter spacecraft has sent back the sharpest images of the sun’s surface, captured from 74 million kilometres away. These high-resolution images reveal the sun’s dynamic surface features, including granular patterns and sunspots. The spacecraft’s instruments also provided detailed maps of the sun’s magnetic fields, shedding light on the physical pro... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/0bcQT7H

iPhone SE 4 is expected to launch soon as a successor to the current iPhone SE (2022) version. The display, camera and battery details of the iPhone SE 4 have surfaced online previously. A new report claims that the phone will come equipped with an in-house 5G modem. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/CXflohZ

Apple engineers made a key decision in 2017 which led to the company being able to offer Apple Intelligence even in devices launched in 2020, said an executive. In a podcast, senior executives in the company highlighted that the engineers responsible for designing the M1 chipset decided to add neural networks to make them artificial intelligence (AI) ready. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/VyxFROb

Nice Road, a Kannada thriller directed by Gopal Halepalya, explores karmic consequences and destiny. Starring Dharma and Jyothi Rai, the film’s theatrical release was on 27 September 2024. It will now stream on Amazon Prime Video in December. The plot revolves around a man uncovering unsettling truths about his brother's mysterious death, woven into a spiritual narr... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/uNcUOwa

The Sabarmati Report, starring Vikrant Massey, premiered in theatres on November 15, 2024. Directed by Dheeraj Sarna, the drama-thriller draws inspiration from the 2002 Godhra Train Burning incident, exploring its impact through the lens of journalism. The film has been produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Vikir Films Production, with Zee Studios handling distributi... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/groPnBy

Apple's AirTag 2 has been in the rumour mill for quite some time now. As we wait for Apple's official confirmation, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has claimed that Apple is preparing to release its second-generation smart tracker next year. It is said to come with an updated design and a new wireless chip. Apple is expected to build some privacy improvements into its next Ai... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/xQEKd7m

iQOO Neo 10 series is expected to make its debut in China this month. Ahead of the anticipated launch, the company has revealed details about the processor which powers the Pro model, and it is confirmed to be a flagship SoC sourced from MediaTek, built on TSMC’s fabrication process. The launch date of the purported series has also been confirmed, in addition to its... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Dophe9W

Realme GT 7 Pro is confirmed to launch in India on November 26, weeks after its debut in China. Ahead of the official launch, the company has teased the upcoming handset's battery capacity and charging speed. As per the details shared on social media, the Realme GT 7 Pro will launch with a smaller battery compared to the model launched in China. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/TDeOmpl

Using data from the eROSITA All-Sky Survey, astronomers mapped the Local Hot Bubble in 3D, finding a new interstellar tunnel leading towards Centaurus. This tunnel may link the bubble with another galactic superbubble, hinting at a broader network of gas corridors. The eROSITA data also unveils temperature variations within the bubble, supporting theories of supernova... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/SD2Esdb

A recent study suggests a tomb in Vergina, Greece, thought to belong to Philip II, may instead hold the remains of Alexander the Great's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and a sacred tunic once worn by Alexander. Antonis Bartsiokas, a professor emeritus at Democritus University of Thrace, bases his claims on historical evidence and an analysis of the cloth’s com... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/LQ6GZOp

In 2023, a cosmic puzzle was decoded by a father-daughter team of citizen scientists. The message, originating from Mars, reveals five amino acids. While the project simulated an extraterrestrial transmission, the meaning of these amino acids remains uncertain. Could they represent life? Or perhaps something more? This fascinating puzzle has ignited a global debate on... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/YefvBUc

Adharma Kadhaigal, a Tamil-language fantasy thriller, will be available for streaming on Aha Tamil from November 15, 2024. Directed by Kamaraj Vel, the film stars Vetri, Sakshi Agarwal, and Ammu Abirami. Set during the pandemic, it follows a gangster’s return to his wife amidst a tense backdrop. The film has garnered positive reviews, with an IMDb rating of 9.4/10, ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/FjDN7QP

Brother, featuring Jayam Ravi and Priyanka Mohan, is a family comedy-drama that released in theatres on October 31, 2024. Directed by M. Rajesh, the film follows the emotional journey of siblings navigating familial challenges. After a successful run at the box office, the movie will stream on Zee5, with Zee Tamil holding its satellite rights. Produced by Screen Scene... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/njQXOKH

OpenAI is reportedly planning to release artificial intelligence (AI) agents that can operate tasks on computer systems. As per a report, the company has been working on several agent-related research projects, one of which is dubbed “Operator” which can execute multi-step actions on computers. The AI agents are said to be released in January 2025 as a research pr... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/A97CNZe

ISRO and IIT Madras have launched a Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Sciences to tackle critical thermal management challenges in spacecraft and launch vehicles. This collaboration, backed by ₹1.84 crore funding, will enable advanced research, helping to improve spacecraft design reliability and longevity. The centre aims to address extreme temperature vari... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/X9V0iJv

The highly anticipated Bandish Bandits Season 2 returns to Amazon Prime Video on December 13, 2024. Starring Ritwik Bhowmik and Shreya Chaudhry, the series continues to follow Tamanna and Radhe as they face higher stakes in their journey of love and music. This season will explore even more intense conflicts, as the characters navigate tradition versus ambition, all s... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/jOSWRx2

The trailer for Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein Season 2, now out on Netflix, hints at a gripping continuation of the dark thriller, as the show returns with even higher stakes. With new characters and dramatic tension, the series dives deeper into themes of love, power, and revenge. Fans are eagerly anticipating the season’s release on November 22, with high expectations f... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/FWG9Uzh

Alien: Romulus, directed by Fede Alvarez, streams on Disney+ Hotstar on November 21. The film, following three siblings on a space station who encounter hostile aliens, has drawn positive reviews for its suspenseful plot and impressive cast, including Cailee Spaeny and David Jonsson. With an IMDb rating of 7.2 and 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, it achieved massive box-office... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/VDu9Mx4

Oppo is said to be working on the Reno 13 series. While the brand is yet to announce the China launch date, a report has surfaced online suggesting the India launch timeline of the Oppo Reno 13 series. The new lineup is expected to come with at least two offerings, namely the Oppo Reno 13 and the Reno 13 Pro. Additionally, an alleged render of the Oppo Reno 13 has lea... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Otq5fXI

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced the launch of the first fibre-based intranet TV service in select regions in India. This service, dubbed IFTV, was first introduced last month alongside the unveiling of the state-owned telecommunications provider’s new logo and six other new facilities. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DeOJzUZ

Apple's iPhone 17 Air model might not be as thin as the company previously planned, according to a tipster. Expected to replace the 'Plus' model in its lineup in 2025, Apple has reportedly encountered challenges in lowering the device's thickness due to the battery. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/jdTorVI

iOS 18.2 Developer Beta 3 update for iPhone was released by Apple on Monday. It builds upon the previous updates as the Cupertino-based tech giant continues to test the second batch of features powered by Apple Intelligence — the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) suite for iPhone and other devices. Apple’s latest update is not a substantial introduction but... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/cAsQtVM

Sony WF-C510 was introduced in the Indian market in September this year. It sits on the lower end of Sony’s audio wearable products. It does not support high-end audio codecs or active noise cancellation, which seems to be a popular feature in almost all TWS earphones today. With its 6mm drivers and up to 22 hours of total battery life, are they still worth your mon... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/sKnE1zO

Instagram is implementing a change for the removal of a feature that was long been considered annoying by users, the company head has confirmed via social media. From now on, the social media platform’s feed will not automatically refresh when the app is opened after a period of brief inactivity, enabling the user to see the posts which first appear on their screen. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Tyb841Z

Blake Lively’s It Ends with Us, which was only available to rent until now, is making its OTT debut on Netflix on November 9 from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/UNIA8PY

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected to launch in early 2025, and the flagship phone is said feature a revamped design. Now design renders of the purported Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra provide a glimpse into the look and four colourways of the handset. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/XP2jWQD

Reliance lobbied the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday to reconsider its plan to administratively allocate satellite spectrum, instead of auctioning it. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said in October that the government would allocate spectrum in line with global trends. However, it will issue a final notification on how spectrum is allotted ... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/IWl6Fc4

Microsoft introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature to its Windows 11 operating system on Wednesday. Currently available in preview, the tech giant has added an AI-powered Rewrite feature to Notepad. With this capability, the note-taking app can edit text and offer three versions of modified content based on the user’s preference. Currently, it is only a... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/ykahdmN

Huawei MatePad 11.5 has been launched in China with a 2.2K LCD screen. The tablet is available in a PaperMatte Edition as well. The display comes with support for several eye-protection technologies which are said to reduce screen glare and visual fatigue. It runs on HarmonyOS 4.2 and supports multi-device connectivity. The MatePad 11.5 can be paired with the Huawei S... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/qtmA6Zs

Apple topped the global best-selling smartphones list in the third quarter (Q3) of 2024, according to a report by a market research firm. The Cupertino-based tech giant took the top three spots, headlined by multiple models from its iPhone 15 series. Meanwhile, Samsung grabbed the most spots in the list, with a Galaxy S device entering the top 10 rankings for the firs... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/S0GVZuU

The asteroid Apophis, named after the ancient Egyptian god of chaos, is set to pass extremely close to Earth in 2029, potentially causing seismic activity and landslides on its surface due to Earth's gravity. These changes could alter Apophis’ surface, providing a rare opportunity to observe asteroid dynamics in real-time. A team from Johns Hopkins University has si... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2P3Iag4

The overall crypto market cap rose by 11.05 percent over the last day. As BTC trades at a new all-time high, most altcoins have shown a rise in prices on Wednesday, November 6. Profits struck the crypto market as the US election results approach. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2eo4LEK

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest automotive manufacturer, is partnering with Qualcomm for the use of the new Snapdragon Elite automotive chips in its fleet of future vehicles, according to a report. It is speculated that Snapdragon’s new automotive chips could power a host of advanced safety systems, connected car technologies and other technologies in Maruti Suzuki... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/VgvaKjc

Android 16 is the purported operating system (OS) expected to arrive as a successor next year to Android 15 which debuted in September. While Google has confirmed a timeline of the update’s release, an exact date is yet to be revealed. However, a recent report suggests that Android 16 could be released for devices much sooner than previous updates, with the summer o... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/47lg9XC

Samsung Galaxy S25 series is expected to make its debut early next year. Rumour mills hint towards major changes coming to Samsung's flagship smartphone lineup in terms of hardware. The latest leak comes courtesy of a tipster who has shared images of the alleged cases of the Galaxy S25 series. The images suggest a shift in the design strategy of the purported top-of-t... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/A1BhYmV

Rohit Wad was part of the Binance Blockchain Week, that was recently held in Dubai. Speaking to Gadgets360, Wad said his future plans for Binance are centered around merging the convenience of familiar apps and interfaces with heightened security for upcoming services that assist users dabbling with volatile cryptocurrencies.   from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/2nITSlt

Apple last week introduced the iOS 18.1 update which brought Apple Intelligence. Now, a recent report suggests that the next batch of Apple Intelligence features, including ChatGPT integration in Siri and a new Image Playground app, might arrive with the iOS 18.2 update for iPhone sooner than expected. The release timeline of other iOS 18 updates, along with the impro... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/YpU1Ejb

Apple has launched a service program addressing a rear camera issue in certain iPhone 14 Plus models produced over the span of one year. iPhone 14 Plus units impacted by this issue will be eligible for free servicing at authorised Apple service providers, according to the company while customers who already paid for repairs can contact the company for a refund. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/sVHIj0w

Nothing is exploring the development of its own mobile operating system, according to a statement from Nothing CEO and founder Carl Pei at TechCrunch Disrupt. The company's devices currently run on Google's Android system, like smartphones from most companies except Huawei and Apple. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/qOV3Gsb

Apple is set to invest as much as $1.5 billion in Globalstar, as the iPhone maker looks to enhance the satellite communication services available on its smartphones. The agreement includes a $1.1 billion cash investment by Apple, along with a $400 million purchase for a 20% equity stake in Globalstar. The satellite firm plans to allocate some of the investment towards... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/MVEunFR

Walt Disney is establishing a new Office of Technology Enablement to oversee the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and mixed reality. The new unit will concentrate on rapidly evolving technological fields, including AI and mixed reality, which merge the physical and digital realms. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/TyXC8td

ChatGPT Search, the artificial intelligence (AI) search engine for the OpenAI-built chatbot, was introduced on Thursday. The feature arrives after months of speculation about the AI firm’s SearchGPT waitlist. The web search feature allows users to run a web search about a topic and get natural language results based on information sourced from various websites. This... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/voDPYap

Google has announced that Android 16 is set for release in the second quarter of 2025. The next major Android update will be launched at least three months earlier than Android 15 and Android 14. Google says it will also roll out a minor Android 16 SDK release towards the end of 2025. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/i9pQTXL