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Apple ID password reset prompts are being presented to several users online, according to various reports by customers on social media platforms. The issue appears to be affecting users randomly, including one Gadgets 360 staff member. Apple's system status webpage does not currently indicate that there are any issues affecting any of its services. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/eHuATm6

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Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2023 is set to kick off on October 8, and the e-commerce giant has started sharing some worthy deals, including the iPhone 13, which will be available at its lowest. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Qp3rUsR

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OnePlus Diwali sale 2023 has been officially teased by the company. While the sale dates and exclusive deals are yet to be unveiled, OnePlus has listed a number of its products that will be up at a discounted price during the upcoming sale. Interested buyers will also get additional benefits on their purchase using OnePlus App Store. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/1buLEN4

OnePlus Nord 3 5G Long-term Review: More power for more money

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Pros: – Good build quality and finish – IP54-rated dust and splash resistance – Powerful processing hardware – Impressive 10-bit Fluid AMOLED display – Competent main and ultra-wide cameras – Good battery backup, 80W fast charging – Android 13 with three more major updates in the future Cons: – Significant performance throttling under load – Poor macro camera – Placement of fingerprint scanner – Price has jumped closer to OnePlus R series phones Price: Rs 33,999 onwards Rating: 3.8/5 The Nord flagships, if I may call them that, have been pretty solid devices offering excellent value for money. I am talking about Nord phones without extra suffixes like CE and Lite. They have had competent hardware and cameras at a price tag starting under Rs 30,000. The Nord 3 5G looks to change the game courtesy of near flagship-grade processing hardware and display but oversteps the 30K price point. Is it worth the extra money? Let’s find out in this long-term review. Image Credit:

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OnePlus Open is expected to make its debut soon as the first foldable smartphone from OnePlus. It has been previously reportedly that the foldable could release on October 19. However, the company has not revealed the exact date yet. Now, ahead of its India launch, Indian actress Anushka Sharma was reportedly spotted using the OnePlus Open smartphone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/7vA2tNT

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Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale 2023 will begin on October 8 for all users, with a one-day early access to Prime members. The e-commerce site is bringing a number of deals and discounts on gadgets like smartphones, TV, tablets, earphones and other electronic products. Days ahead of the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2023 sale, the website has teased a few offers thro... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/PtDeh4f

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Samsung Galaxy S23 series was launched in February this year. The South Korean tech giant has reportedly started working on its successor, the Galaxy S24 series, which may release early next year. There has been several leaks and rumours regarding the smartphones, hinting at the specifications and the design. Now, the CAD renders of the Galaxy S24 Ultra have leaked on... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/TzLwBl7

Canadian Army’s website hacked, taken down; Indian hactivist group prime suspect

On Wednesday, the official website of the Canadian Armed Forces experienced a temporary disruption. According to a report from The Telegraph, the website was targeted in a cyberattack carried out by a group of hackers who identified themselves as the ‘Indian Cyber Force.’ This group claimed responsibility for a previous attack on X, formerly known as Twitter. The disruption began around noon but was subsequently resolved. Daniel Le Bouthillier, the head of media relations at the Department of National Defence, confirmed this to The Globe and Mail. The Indian Cyber Force made a public announcement about their successful attack on the Canadian Airforce Website through their platform, sharing a screenshot of the error message displayed on the compromised website. While desktop users had some access to the site, most mobile device users couldn’t reach it, as reported by The Globe and Mail. It’s important to note that the affected website is distinct from the Government of Canada’s offi

Irony of Ironies: Iranian Imams embrace modernity of AI to churn out fatwas quickly

Iranian authorities are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite the issuance of Islamic law rulings, known as fatwas, by religious clerics. This move is seen as an attempt to present a more modern image in the wake of the one-year anniversary of protests ignited by the tragic death of Mahsa Amini, a young woman who died in police custody, allegedly for wearing her headscarf incorrectly. According to a report from the Financial Times, officials in the holy city of Qom, closely linked to the state, are encouraging clerics to experiment with AI technology. Mohammad Ghotbi, the leader of a state-affiliated tech incubator in Qom, explained that while AI can’t replace senior clerics, it can act as a reliable assistant, drastically reducing the time it takes to issue a fatwa, from 50 days to just five hours. Traditionally, Shia clerics dedicate weeks or months to studying Islamic texts before delivering fatwas, which cover a wide range of topics, from matters of patriotism to per

WhatsApp Influencer: Here's how to grow your WhatsApp Channel audience in 6 easy ways

Ask any social media influencer or a social media manager worth his or her salt and they will all tell you the same thing — that WhatsApp Channel is the next big thing. Given that WhatsApp Channels is now a completely new arena for people to grow and possibly for new social media stars to emerge, people are lining up to start their own Channel and check, just how far and wide an audience they can reach. From your favourite influencers to your favourite content creators, everyone is hopping on to the Channels bandwagon. Even major celebrities are jumping in, trying for a new way to connect with their fans. So, if you want to grow your WhatsApp Channel’s following and engage with a larger audience, this is it. Whether it’s for business or personal use, these six strategies will help you increase your followers Share valuable content with a set consistency Consistency is key when it comes to growing your WhatsApp Channel. Share valuable content regularly to keep your followers engage

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Samsung Galaxy A15 could be inching towards its launch as its render has surfaced online offering a glimpse into the possible design. The leaked render suggests a triple rear camera unit. The phone looks very similar to the Galaxy A14 5G. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/6XMct3a

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Since the Action Button can be assigned to an array of apps and functionalities, including the Shortcuts app on iPhone, pretty much every app can now be bound to it. And as some have discovered, you can now use ChatGPT as your voice assistant in place of Siri on iPhone 15 Pro. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/j5fyQoW

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Apple 3nm chip demand will be lower than market expectations, according to TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. According to the analyst, that a decline in shipments for the iPad and MacBook in 2023 could lead to the company lowering its demand for the new chips next year. Other companies expected to lower their demand for chips in 2024 include Qualcomm and Samsung, ac... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/xFLbycR

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Apple has expanded the sale of the iPhone 15 series to additional countries on Friday. The brand hasn’t provided the full list of countries where the iPhone 15 will be available in the second wave of sale but it is confirmed to be available for purchase in around Macao, Malaysia, Turkey, Vietnam, and 17 other countries and regions. Prices of the devices will vary fo... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/E70Cx6j

iPhone 15 Pro Max’s heating issue: Why are Apple’s new iPhones getting toasty and how to fix it

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Over the past few days, a lot of people have reported that their new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have been heating up, whenever they are using it for video-intensive tasks. This includes gaming, using it for FaceTime, or shooting videos. However, the way the heating issues are being reported is a bit misleading. While it genuinely is an issue for a large number of people, if news reports are anything to go by, it seems that anyone who buys a new iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max will be buying a lemon. However, the issue is not that simple. This seriously brings into question, is the heating issue really that widespread and affecting all iPhone 15 Pro models or is it an issue with some of the batches of the new iPhones? More importantly, though, what should people do if they have already bought the new devices? How big is this issue? Some of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max that are being used, are indeed showing up heating up. However, not all of them are having th

Best phones under Rs 75,000 (Sept 2023): Apple iPhone 14, Samsung Galaxy S23 5G to Google Pixel 7 Pro

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The irony is not lost on us either. On the one hand, we are about to present the best phones available in India under Rs 75,000 this month, and on the other, we are advising you not to buy them. The reason is obvious – we always want you to get the best deal. With the big online festive sales on Flipkart and Amazon barely a fortnight away, most of these phones would be available for a lot less than. We are creating this list as a point of reference so that you know which phones to buy and who is offering a real discount. Let’s proceed. Best phones to buy under Rs 75,000 in India Apple iPhone 14/ Apple iPhone 13 If you weren’t already aware, the Apple iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 are almost identical in design, features and specifications. Don’t ask us why, ask Apple instead. With the launch of the Apple iPhone 15, both its predecessors have already seen a price drop. At the moment, you have two choices in this budget – the newer Apple iPhone 14 with 256 GB storage or the older iPhone 13

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iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus were recently launched by Apple alongside the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models. Since their launch, the phones have been put through several tests, as it's always the case. Now a durability test has surfaced online that shows that the base iPhone 15 series with aluminium frames are not easily destructible. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/g8eH0Wc

OpenAI’s ChatGPT can now access the internet, no longer limited to September 2021 for free users

OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT backed by Microsoft, has officially announced that the chatbot can now access the internet to provide users with real-time information. Previously, this artificial intelligence-powered system was trained using data only up to September 2021. This new capability allows some premium users to ask the chatbot questions about current events and access up-to-date news. OpenAI has plans to extend this feature to all users, including non-paying users, in the near future. ChatGPT goes online Earlier this week, OpenAI also revealed that ChatGPT will soon be able to engage in voice conversations with users. ChatGPT and similar systems leverage extensive data to generate responses that closely resemble human interactions. These advancements are expected to significantly alter how people seek information online. Up to this point, ChatGPT’s “knowledge” has been static, drawn from the internet’s content as of September 2021. It lacked the ability to browse the web i

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Amazon Great Indian Festival sale date has been announced ahead of the upcoming festival season. The Great Indian Festival sale will start on October 8, but an end date hasn't been unveiled yet. Amazon Prime members will be given early access to the sale, as always, on October 7 at midnight. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/5gB2rQ0

Meta launches AI companion for Facebook, Insta, WhatsApp, showcases AR-VR updates

Mark Zuckerberg, the Chief Executive of Meta Platforms, unveiled a range of new AI-driven products for consumers on Wednesday. These innovations include bots capable of generating photo-realistic images, smart glasses with responsive capabilities, and an updated virtual reality headset. Zuckerberg emphasized that these products represent a convergence of the virtual and real worlds. He highlighted Meta’s commitment to providing low-cost or free AI solutions that seamlessly integrate into our daily lives. Notably, Meta’s Quest is the top seller in the emerging virtual reality (VR) market, touted as offering the best value in the industry. A slew of new AR/VR devices Speaking from the central courtyard at Meta’s expansive Silicon Valley campus, Zuckerberg announced that the latest generation of Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses will be available for shipment starting October 17, priced at $299. These glasses will feature a new Meta AI assistant and the ability to live stream what the wear

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Flipkart Big Billion Days 2023 sale dates are now official. The week-long online sale will begin in India on October 8. Like previous years, Flipkart Plus members will get 24-hour early access to the sale. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/W9lDmrG

OpenAI’s Sam Altman met iPhone designer Jony Ive, may be working on a smartphone or other AI hardware

It seems that OpenAI is just getting started with AI, and has some major plans, much larger than ChatGPT, on how the general public, that is non-techie people use and interact with AI. Legendary tech designer Jony Ive, one of the most prominent figures when it comes to design in tech, wants to be involved with OpenAI in whatever they are planning to do next. Call his designs controversial, boring or elegant, but the iPhone, as it is known today, is what it is design-wise, largely because of Jony Ive. Ive has a pretty impressive resume given his work with Apple and his own design firm, Love From, which he started when he departed Apple in 2019. OpenAI working on an AI personal device OpenAI’s founder, Sam Altman, held a meeting with Jony Ive, the renowned designer responsible for Apple’s iconic products. Their discussions revolved around the development of an AI hardware device, as conveyed by two individuals familiar with the matter. The potential implications of this collaboratio

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Google will launch the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro on October 4. Ahead of it, a prominent tipster has leaked the entire specifications of the Pixel 8 series. They are tipped to run on Tensor G3 SoC. They could debut with the latest Android 14 and have an IP68 water resistance-rated build. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/grCHWFR

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Asus ROG Phone 8 Ultimate is expected to hit the shelves soon as a successor to the Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate. Ahead of any official announcement regarding the phone, the upcoming ROG series smartphone has seemingly been listed on Geekbench benchmarking site suggesting some of its key specifications. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/jx4ZSnl

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HonorTech or HTech has launched a new smartphone in India called the Honor 90 5G, thus reviving the brand name here after a long hiatus. Here is our first impressions of the new smartphone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/dSwoTeD

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Flipkart Big Billion Days sale 2023 is yet to begin but the e-commerce platform has already listed some smartphones such as the Nothing Phone 1, Samsung Galaxy F13, Poco M5 and Google's Pixel 7 at discounted prices ahead of the upcoming sale event. Here are some of the best deals on the smartphones listed on Flipkart before the Big Billion Days sale begins. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/qCBSHyF

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Itel P55 5G was launched in India on Tuesday and is claimed to be the cheapest 5G smartphone in the country. The phone is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity chipset and supports wired fast charging. Meanwhile, another budget handset, Itel S23+ was also introduced alongside. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/rf2OHDY

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Vivo V29 series is set to launch in India on October 4. The base Vivo V29 5G model was released globally earlier this year. The V29 Pro 5G model will launch as an India-exclusive product. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/hKBqUYG

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Google's Pixel 8 duo will go official on October 4. As per a new leak, Google might give a free Pixel Watch 2 on pre-booking the Pixel 8 Pro in the US. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are expected to ship with Android 14 and 120Hz refresh rate displays. They are tipped to run on Google's new Tensor G3 SoC. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Kub04kD

Spotify using AI to imitate podcast hosts’ voices in different languages, content creators worried

Imagine watching Joe Rogan or any of your favourite podcasters speaking in fluent Hindi. Well, something like that may soon be a possibility. Spotify is in the process of testing a groundbreaking AI feature designed for its podcasts. This innovation aims to translate podcasts into various languages while preserving the distinct voices of the hosts. In essence, it replicates the host’s voice, intonation, and cadence, maintaining the “speaker’s distinctive speech characteristics.” Spotify’s $1 billion gamble While Spotify’s primary focus has been music streaming, the company has made significant strides to establish a strong presence in the podcasting industry, which has seen a remarkable surge in popularity in recent years. Reports from The Wall Street Journal indicate that Spotify has invested approximately $1 billion to solidify its position in the podcasting realm. This investment stems from the belief that the podcast advertising market, currently valued at $2.3 billion, has the

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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is expected to launch in India soon, but before its official release, US pricing of the phone has been tipped online. The handset is expected to start from $599 (roughly Rs. 49,000). from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/yw5AzrQ

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The Daily Objects Surge MagSafe Battery Pack is a compact magnetic charger for your iPhone that works twice as well when used with a cable. While it offers the basics when it comes to wireless charging, its slick design and portability almost makes it an essential tool for those who use a non-Plus or a non-Max iPhone model. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/S78QTpL

India Semicon: Tata Projects will build Micron’s $2.75 billion semiconductor plant in Gujarat

In a major development, Tata Projects has bagged the contract for constructing Micron Technology’s upcoming semiconductor assembly and test plant, at Sanand, Gujarat. This ambitious venture will be situated within the sprawling precincts of the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation area in Chaarodi, Sanand, encompassing an expansive landmass of 93 acres. Sanand factory will make DRAM and NAND modules The project’s Phase 1, which is currently in the pipeline, will encompass the creation of an extensive 500,000 square feet of cleanroom space, with the aim of becoming fully operational by the latter part of 2024. It’s worth noting that Micron Technology had previously disclosed plans to establish India’s inaugural semiconductor unit at an estimated cost of $2.75 billion. Of this substantial investment, Micron will contribute $825 million or about approximately Rs 6,760 crore, while the remaining funding will be funded by the government in two distinctive phases. This groundbrea

Game On: UK regulator approves Microsoft’s $75 billion Activision deal, but provisionally

Microsoft’s bid to acquire Activision Blizzard has made significant progress, with the UK’s competition regulator provisionally accepting Microsoft’s amendments to the $75 billion deal. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) had previously blocked the merger in April due to concerns about potential harm to competition. In response to the CMA’s reservations, Microsoft and Activision Blizzard submitted a revised merger agreement last month to address these concerns. The new proposal’s central element was an agreement to sell Activision’s cloud streaming rights to the French-based company Ubisoft. Under this arrangement, Microsoft would not have the exclusive rights to release Activision’s games, including popular titles like World of Warcraft and Diablo, on its own cloud streaming service, Xbox Cloud Gaming. Instead, these games would be available on the Xbox Cloud Gaming platform alongside offerings from other companies. The CMA stated that Microsoft had made substantial restruc

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Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2023 will go live next month with deals, offers, and discounts on smartphones from 10 brands including Vivo, Nothing, OnePlus, Samsung, and Xiaomi, according to the company. Customers will also be able to take advantage of from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/T9d0VkL

Minting Money, Hand Over Fist: Amazon plans to show ads in Prime Video, charge users extra to skip

Amazon is set to join the ranks of tech giants venturing into the world of advertising on its streaming services in countries like the US and UK, with the aim of bolstering revenue for further investments in content. This move will serve as a litmus test for Amazon Prime members, who already pay a monthly subscription, to gauge their willingness to tolerate the inclusion of advertising during their program viewing experience. In a blog post released on Friday, Amazon disclosed that starting early next year, Prime Video content will incorporate a “limited” amount of advertisements. This strategic move is geared towards enabling continued investment in TV content and ensuring sustained long-term growth. Amazon has assured that the volume of ads will be “meaningfully fewer” than what’s typically seen on traditional linear TV and other streaming TV platforms. Additionally, US customers will have the option to pay an extra $2.99 per month for an ad-free viewing experience, while pricing

Realme 11 and 11x Review: Fantastic looking devices at an incredible price

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Pros: – Perform decently well despite the low price – Great battery life – Cameras work well in the daytime – Stylish design – 120Hz display Cons: – Displays don’t work that well under the sun – Secondary cameras don’t add much value – Slow charging on the Realme 11X – Displays lack HDR support – Tons of bloatware and ads on UI Rating: – Realme 11 5G: 3.75/5 – Realme 11x 5G: 4/5 Price: – Realme 11 5G: Rs 18,999 for 128GB + 8GB – Realme 11x 5G: Rs 14,999 for 128GB + 6GB Following the introduction of the Realme 11 Pro and 11 Pro+ earlier this year, Realme has expanded its 11 series portfolio with the unveiling of two new smartphones. These newly introduced devices, known as the Realme 11 and 11x, exhibit notable distinctions from their Pro counterparts. Notably, they are very competitively priced and come for less than Rs 20,000. The Realme 11X is especially more enticing given that it starts at just Rs 14,999. Image Credit: Firstpost | Mehul Reuben Das Furthermore