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I tested the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: Samsung has finally produced wireless earphones for Android users that are on par with the AirPods Pro.
The unpleasant reality is as follows: I see AirPods Pro everywhere, including corporate tech campuses, airports, cafes, and parks, despite my best efforts to avoid them. Even though high-end wireless earbuds have been available for years, I've always questioned why other businesses haven't been able to compete with them. But I can now confidently state that the new Galaxy Buds 4 Pro feel like a real rival to the AirPods Pro, and they function flawlessly with my Galaxy S26 Ultra.It's better late than never, and the Buds 4 Pro hit all the right notes—from their amazing sound quality and efficient active noise suppression to their simple design and cozy fit. To be honest, I didn't have high expectations for the Buds 4 Pro at first, but they astonished me.For a closer look at the Samsung Buds 4 Pro, including their strengths and weaknesses, scroll down. The Buds 4 Pro are clearly different from earlier Samsung wireless earbuds in terms of design. Instead of only making technical changes and renaming the earbuds, I'm delighted Samsung took the effort to completely redesign them. I thought it was great how the Buds 4 Pro differed cosmetically from the AirPods Pro.A premium brushed-metal strip runs along the stems of the black model I tested. They have a really elegant, minimalist design and don't appear cheap. Because each earbud weighs only 5.1 grams, your ear canals won't be strained. They didn't hurt or strain me while I wore them for hours at full power. Although it's crucial to remember that the earbuds are not completely waterproof, they have an IP57 classification, which indicates that they are resistant to dust and can be submerged in up to three feet of water for thirty minutes.
Published 21 Mar 2026 05:58 PM
As competition intensifies, Anthropic updates its AI safety pledge. What is stated in the new policy?
Anthropic has updated its safety guidelines to better reflect the current global regulatory framework that places a higher priority on the development and competitiveness of AI. The Claude maker stated in a revised version of its Responsible Scaling Policy (RSP), a voluntary framework that Anthropic uses to address catastrophic risks from AI systems, that it would not cease developing an AI model that was deemed dangerous if a competitor had already released a model that was comparable or better.This is a change from its RSP from two years ago, which said Anthropic would postpone potentially hazardous AI development. Anthropic stated in a blog post on Tuesday, February 24 that the change in its safety policy was brought about by the rapid advancement of AI and the absence of government agreement on AI rules. Given that Anthropic has been repeatedly referred to as one of the most safety-conscious companies in the AI industry, the revised policy represents a significant change. But the AI startup has also faced fierce competition from rivals like Google, OpenAI, and Elon Musk's xAI, which frequently release state-of-the-art tools."We anticipated that the announcement of our RSP would inspire other AI firms to implement comparable regulations." We anticipated that RSPs or comparable regulations would eventually become voluntary industry standards or influence AI legislation meant to promote safety and openness in AI model development, according to Anthropic. It further stated that "some parts of this theory of change have played out as we hoped, but others have not," based on its evaluation of the earlier RSPs.
Published 25 Feb 2026 05:53 PM
How CTV can prevent repeating the ad errors of linear TV for living room monetization
Connected TV live sports are about to enter a crucial period of recalibration. The medium is plagued by an old broadcast reflex: more advertisements equal more money, despite its promises of scale, accuracy, and living-room supremacy. A fundamental concern for the ecosystem is raised by the growing need to profit from every stop as live matches draw enormous concurrent audiences. To what extent can ad loads be increased before fandom becomes transactional and viewer immersion breaks down? Tolerance is a delicate currency in an environment where control and choice are paramount. This unique research explores what sustainability actually means during live sports by bringing together voices from the CTV, ad-tech, platform, and agency sectors. Beyond simple inventory counts, topics like experience design, temporal intelligence, creative ecosystems, and attention economics are covered. The emphasis is on creating a model where monetization does not come at the expense of loyalty, taking into account factors like the unpredictable nature of live broadcasts and the potential to increase interaction after the final whistle. The fundamental conflict is obvious: how well the ecosystem learns to use the screen, rather than how much advertising it can accommodate, will determine the direction of CTV sports in the future.
Published 24 Feb 2026 05:42 PM
According to sources, India orders a university to withdraw from the AI summit after introducing a Chinese robot as its own.
According to two government sources, an Indian university was forced to leave its booth at the nation's premier AI event after a staff member was seen passing off a commercially available robotic dog manufactured in China as the institution's own.Orion needs to meet you. This was created by Galgotias University's Centre of Excellence," communications professor Neha Singh said this week on state-run channel DD News in comments that have since gone viral.NEW DELHI (AP) — After one of its employees showed off a commercially available robotic dog manufactured in China and claimed it was the institution's own invention, a private Indian university was expelled from a major artificial intelligence symposium in New Delhi on Wednesday. Two government sources claim that a day after Neha Singh, a communications professor at Galgotias University, told state-run broadcaster DD News that the robotic dog Orion was created by the university's Center of Excellence, the university was directed to remove its booth at the summit. However, internet users soon recognized the robot as the Unitree Go2, which is used extensively in research and education and is marketed by China's Unitree Robotics. It starts at $1,600. Singh told reporters on Wednesday that she had never stated outright that the dog was an exhibit rather than the university's original creation.The two government officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not permitted to address the media, said the event was an embarrassment for the host nation, India. But according to a statement from Galgotias, the university was "deeply pained" and called the occurrence a "propaganda campaign" that might spread negativity and lower the spirits of students who are trying to use global technology to innovate, learn, and develop their talents.
Published 18 Feb 2026 06:06 PM
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Google admits to Gemini AI’s inaccuracies on political topics after ‘biased’ remarks on PM Modi
Google, the tech giant, announced on Saturday that it swiftly addressed the concerns surrounding the Gemini AI tool. The tool faced criticism from the Indian government for its perceived "biased" response to a question about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.“We’ve worked quickly to address this issue. Gemini is built as a creativity and productivity tool and may not always be reliable, especially when it comes to responding to some prompts about current events, political topics, or evolving news. This is something that we’re constantly working on improving,” Hindu Businessline quoted Google spokesperson as saying. Google clarified that the Gemini AI tool is developed in accordance with its AI Principles and includes safeguards to detect and test various safety risks. The company emphasizes its commitment to identifying and preventing harmful or policy-violating responses within Gemini. The debate on chatbot programming was sparked by a post on social media platform X on Friday, leading to concerns raised by the Indian government, which hinted at potential action against the company. In response to a question about whether Prime Minister Modi is a fascist, the Gemini AI tool stated that he is "accused of implementing policies some experts have characterized as fascist." The tool elaborated that these accusations stem from factors such as the BJP's Hindu nationalist ideology, its suppression of dissent, and its deployment of violence against religious minorities. The AI's allegedly biased response sparked a debate on chatbot programming, with the Indian government expressing concerns and indicating potential action against Google. In contrast, when a similar question was posed about former US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the Gemini AI tool provided no clear answer. Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, acknowledged the issue of alleged bias in Google's Gemini AI tool in response to a post by a verified journalist's account. The government had expressed concerns over the tool's response to a query about Prime Minister Modi, indicating potential action against Google.“These are direct violations of Rule 3(1)(b) of Intermediary Rules (IT rules) of the IT act and violations of several provisions of the Criminal code,” he said on social media platform X tagging Google AI, Google India and the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY). Once again on Saturday, Rajeev Chandrasekhar emphasized to Google that explanations regarding the unreliability of AI models do not exempt platforms from laws. He cautioned that India's digital citizens should not be experimented on with unreliable platforms and algorithms.
Elon Musk confirms Xmail is coming amid rumours of Gmail shutting down take over the internet
Elon Musk, the CEO of X (formerly Twitter), has confirmed the imminent launch of Xmail, sparking speculation about its potential to rival Google's Gmail service. Musk's announcement came swiftly after rumors of Gmail's impending shutdown spread like wildfire on the internet.The confirmation surfaced following a tweet from Nathan McGrady, a senior member of X’s Security Engineering team, who inquired about the launch date of Xmail. Musk promptly responded, confirming that the service is on the horizon, setting the stage for what could be a significant shift in the email service landscape.The tech community erupted with anticipation as concerns mounted over the fate of Gmail, fueled by a viral post on X that purported to announce the shutdown of Google's email service. The post, accompanied by a screenshot of an alleged email from Google titled 'Google is sunsetting Gmail,' triggered widespread panic and speculation about the future of Gmail. The purported email claimed that Gmail would cease all operations as of August 1, 2024, discontinuing support for sending, receiving, or storing emails. While the post garnered immense attention, skepticism arose regarding its authenticity, with many questioning its credibility as a legitimate announcement from Google was not out. The purported email claimed that Gmail would cease all operations as of August 1, 2024, discontinuing support for sending, receiving, or storing emails. While the post garnered immense attention, skepticism arose regarding its authenticity, with many questioning its credibility as a legitimate announcement from Google was not out.Google swiftly addressed the speculations, taking to the X platform to reassure users that Gmail is not facing extinction and is "here to stay." The company clarified the recent modifications to Gmail's default view, transitioning from 'basic HTML' to a more vibrant interface in January 2024. Despite Google's confirmation, the rumors surrounding Gmail's fate accelerated discussions about email service alternatives, with some expressing interest in trying Xmail as a viable option. One of the users on the social media also expressed his distrust towards Gmail and a readiness to explore alternatives in light of the speculation. In other related news, Elon Musk, who is also the CEO of SpaceX, recently urged humanity to extend its reach beyond Earth, emphasising the need for a moon base and cities on Mars. Musk expressed his disappointment that half a century has elapsed since the last Moon landing, underscoring the historical significance of the Apollo 11 mission in 1969, which marked the first time humans set foot on the lunar surface.
An Andhra man created the smallest, fully functional washing machine in the world.
A man from Andhra Pradesh has made India proud after he etched his place in the Guinness Book of World Records for creating the world's smallest washing machine.While Sai Tirumalaneedi achieved this feat last year on June 17, it only came into the limelight after the official Instagram page of Guinness World Records shared a video.In the now-viral clip, Mr Sai can be seen installing his astonishing creation.The post revealed that Mr Sai, who is from Tuni City in Andhra Pradesh, has created a washing machine whose dimensions are 1.45 inches x 1.61 inches x 1.69 inches only.To make an estimate, it is as big as a matchbox, and the best part is that the world's smallest machine even works. Mr. Sai used the small parts to install the washing machine in the video. Starting with the motor and testing it next is the process.He's seen attaching the cover to the world's smallest washing machine, which is a top loader, it should be noted.Installing a switch and a small pipe was the last step in the installation process. After Mr. Sai completes the gadget, he tests it.Sai Tirumalaneedi is shown at the end of the video pouring water, inserting a piece of cloth, and running the washing machine with detergent.Mr. Sai shows how this machine operates before removing the piece of cleaned cloth.
Google signs content licensing deal with Reddit to train AI models
Social media platform Reddit has struck a deal with Google to make its content available for training the search engine giant's artificial intelligence models, three people familiar with the matter said. The contract with Alphabet-owned Google is worth about $60 million per year, according to one of the sources. The deal underscores how Reddit, which is preparing for a high-profile stock market launch, is seeking to generate new revenue amid fierce competition for advertising dollars from the likes of TikTok and Meta Platform's Facebook.The sources were not authorized to speak to media and declined to be identified. Bloomberg previously reported Reddit's content deal without naming the buyer. Last year, Reddit said it would charge companies for access to its application programming interface (API) - the means by which it distributes its content. The agreement with Google is its first reported deal with a big AI company. San Francisco-based Reddit, which has been looking at a stock float for more than three years, is preparing to make its initial public offering filing this week, which would detail its financials for the first time to potential IPO investors. The filing could be available as early as Thursday, two of the sources said.
Nothing to launch CMF Buds, Neckband Pro with Phone 2a on March 5
Nothing on February 21 announced that it will launch a pair of audio accessories under CMF banner on March 5. In a press note, the British consumer technology brand said it will launch the CMF Buds and CMF Neckband Pro together with the Phone (2a) at the Fresh Eyes event on March 5. Nothing said that the CMF Neckband Pro will feature Hybrid Active Noise Cancelation (ANC), up to 50dB limit. The neckband will be available in select markets, including India. Nothing has earlier confirmed an in-person launch event in India on March 5, which will kick-off at 5 PM at Dwarka, Delhi. The company is selling tickets for the launch event that are available on PayTM Insider for Rs 999. In a run up to the launch, the company has confirmed key specification details for the Nothing Phone (2a). In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the company confirmed that the smartphone will be powered by a custom-build MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chipset accompanied by 12GB RAM. The smartphone will also feature a virtual ram of 8GB that Nothing calls “RAM Booster”. The MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro chip is built on TSMC's latest second-generation 4nm process technology. According to Nothing, the chip has 8-core configuration with clocking speeds up to 2.8 GHz.Nothing said that the Phone (2a) will feature a new Smart Clean technology, enabling the smartphone to regularly clean out-of-order file fragments – an optimisation that boosts read and write speeds.
Neem Summit & Global Neem Trade Fair Promoting Sustainable Solutions
"On February 19–20, 2024, in New Delhi, the Neem Summit & Global Neem Trade Fair was held in association with ICAR—Central On February 19–20, 2024, in New Delhi, the Neem Summit & Global Neem Trade Fair was held in association with ICAR—Central Agroforestry Research Institute, Jhansi. A collaborative endeavor between ICAR-Central Agroforestry Research Institute, Jhansi, and numerous stakeholders is the Neem Summit & Global Neem Trade Fair, scheduled for February 19–20, 2024, in New Delhi. The purpose of the event is to highlight the many applications of neem in environmental sustainability, healthcare, and agriculture. Highlights of the Trade Fair and Inauguration The Trade Fair was opened by Dr. Himanshu Pathak, DG of ICAR and Secretary of DARE. 22 international and Indian businesses took part, showcasing their neem-based goods. There were about 250 attendees, ten of them were from abroad. Seminar Subject ""Neem for Sustainable Agriculture, Health, and Environment"" is the main focus. The potential of neem to meet the needs of the industry for raw materials and its part in carbon farming are highlighted. Highlights of the Program Features Seven technical sessions addressing different facets of neem development and research. The industrial and sociocultural uses of neem are among the areas of discussion. Publications and Documentary ""Neem Field Gene Bank - Provisioning Opportunities for Conservation and Utilization"" Technical Bulletin, WNO Calendar, and Souvenir publications. The WNO Documentary was released with the goal of raising awareness of the importance and uses of neem."
Byju’s sees full subscription for Rs 1,658 crore rights issue amid valuation cut
"Last month, the Bengaluru-based firm declared its plan to earn more than Rs 1,658 crore through a rights offering. According to reports, a group of investors is lobbying for the removal of Raveendran, his brother Riju Ravindran, and his wife Divya Gokulnath from the edtech. In summary, certain important investors like Prosus and Peak XV have not yet joined. Their ownership interest in Byju's proposals to reform the board and hire a third-party agency to monitor fundraising could be reduced if they choose not to participate. Byju's announced that all of the subscription for their Rs 1658 crore ($200 million) rights issuance had been received. Nevertheless, TechCrunch noted that this accomplishment coincided with a disagreement between the The Bengaluru-based business revealed last month that it intended to earn about $200 million through a rights issue. The company was valued at $22 billion in its previous financing round in early 2022. The company's founder and CEO, Byju Raveendran, thanked the participating shareholders and emphasized the significance of increased shareholder involvement. ""We have a fully subscribed rights issue, and I am still incredibly grateful to our shareholders. "However, the involvement of every shareholder in the rights issue is how I measure success,"" founder and CEO Byju Raveendran stated in a letter to shareholders that TechCrunch was able to read. Founder requests widespread involvement from shareholders He went on to discuss the teamwork that went into creating the business and encouraged every stakeholder to participate in the rights issue in order to improve the company's prospects going forward. Together, we have established this organization, and I want everyone to be a part of this new mission. Our journey began with your initial investment, and this rights issue will help protect and increase value for all shareholders,"" stated Raveendran . Byju's lowered the pre-money valuation requested in the rights sale from $25 million to roughly $20 million, as TechCrunch previously revealed. According to sources cited in the paper, despite the subscription success, a group of investors, including Prosus and Peak XV, have not yet indicated interest in taking part in the rights offer. Their stock share in Byju's could be significantly reduced as a result of their lack of participation."
Digidarts drives the digital mandate for HomeSharp
"The performance marketing firm Digidarts has teamed with HomeSharp, a luxury real estate site based in Mumbai. With the help of creative marketing funnels and data-driven, strategic targeting, Digidarts is poised to increase HomeSharp's visibility to the right kind of customers. The founder of HomeSharp, Yazad R. Irani, comments on the collaboration: ""Our collaboration with Digidarts is based on a shared dedication to accuracy and quality."" Our mission to not only meet but exceed the expectations of Mumbai's discerning homebuyers is closely aligned with Digidarts' skill in engaging with a discerning consumer base, as we set out to reinvent the luxury real estate sector. This partnership represents our common goal of smoothly converting the ambitious ambitions of Mumbai's elite into concrete realities, going beyond simple strategic alignment. As a team, we're not just creating relationships; we're creating heirlooms."" Digidarts creator Siddhartha Vanvani expresses his excitement, saying, "We are thrilled to work with HomeSharp. Yazad has developed a ground-breaking strategy that might fundamentally alter India's luxury real estate market. Our objective is to establish HomeSharp as a leader in the luxury real estate space by streamlining the user acquisition process and using BullsEye tactics to break into the real estate sector. By fusing cutting-edge technology with knowledge of luxury real estate and real estate development, HomeSharp's smart home-buying approach seeks to make the transaction enjoyable and unforgettable. With the goal of better achieving their goal of offering luxury houses to a wider range of consumers, HomeSharp has teamed up with 360° performance marketing agency Digidarts to strengthen their brand recognition and data-driven marketing techniques. With their renowned BullsEye performance marketing solutions, Digidarts spearheads HomeSharp's digital marketing initiatives and promotes the idea that every person should have an easy time buying their ideal house."
Amazon miniTV awards listening and digital customer support mandate to GOZOOP HAWK
"As part of the mandate, the team will be in charge of exploiting online interactions to drive stronger consumer insights and increase customer happiness. The listening and digital response management responsibilities for Amazon miniTV have been awarded to GOZOOP HAWK, a customer care and online reputation management agency under the GOZOOP Group. GOZOOP HAWK's primary duties under the mandate will be to manage digital customer support, keep an eye on online brand chatter, measure sentiments, magnify positive stories, provide prompt resolutions, and derive actionable business insights for the brand by comprehending and tracking meaningful web conversations to satisfy customers. A vast collection of well-liked web series, films, and reality shows in a variety of genres, including romance, comedy, slice-of-life, and thrillers, are available on Amazon miniTV. The content is dubbed into English. ORM is a crucial part of reputation management and brand promotion, according to Aruna Daryanani, Director and Business Head of Amazon miniTV. We may further bolster our brand visibility with the appropriate plan, brainstorming, and innovative thinking. Our collaboration with GOZOOP HAWK excites us, and we look forward to leveraging their knowledge to keep improving the consumer experience. Hawkk has consistently proven to be able to provide some of the most unusual listening and online customer support solutions, according to Premkumar Iyer, President of GOZOOP HAWK. The collaboration works because of this tendency to push boundaries and Amazon miniTV's disruptive strategy in the dynamic OTT market. We have previously completed some excellent work, such as turning the entire response management strategy around for Amazon miniTV's recent debut of K-dramas translating to Korean, leading to a change in outreach. We want to continue working with them on such unusual projects in the future. "
Social Beat bags Sukoon’s digital mandate
"Mumbai: Sukoon, the top chain of mental health hospitals in India, has awarded the digital marketing mandate to Social Beat, a digital marketing agency renowned for its creative approaches and exceptional outcomes. The mandate, which was acquired during a multi-agency pitch, will entail managing, planning, and strategizing the brand's digital initiatives overall. All digital marketing efforts will be handled by Social Beat, with an emphasis on high-quality lead generation and hospital admission in Sukoon. Using a variety of digital platforms, the agency will reimagine the brand's digital experience and strive toward digital performance goals. ""With our expertise, our primary focus will be on artfully communicating the brand's offerings and their benefits to a diverse and nuanced audience by leveraging our entire gamut of digital solutions,"" stated Vikas Chawla, co-founder of Social Beat. fulfill the objectives of increasing admission to Sukoon facilities and generating excellent leads. We are thrilled and eager to contribute to Sukoon's main aims and business objectives as well as establish the brand as one that consumers will remember easily. ""We are confident that Social Beat, with their expertise and capabilities in digital marketing and social media campaigns, will help us optimally spread our message and reach out to a wider audience across the country,"" stated Kanishk Gupta, co-founder and chief operating officer of Sukoon. We firmly think that our partnership with Social Beat would enable us to expand, establish new standards in the field of mental health treatment, and spread awareness of our brand's values throughout India."
Following Meta, Google Releases Open Models of AI
Following Meta Platforms and others, Google on Wednesday released new artificial intelligence (AI) models that third-party developers may be able to customize and brand as their own. According to the Alphabet subsidiary, anyone can create AI software for free using its new Gemma family of "open models" for individuals and companies. The business said that it is providing important technical information to the public, including what are known as model weights.The change might entice programmers to enhance Google's technology and promote the company's recently successful cloud division. According to the company, the models are "optimized" for Google Cloud, where new cloud users who use them will receive $300 in credits.Although Google did not completely make Gemma "open source," it is possible that the company will continue to have some control over ownership and use restrictions. While some experts have argued that open-source AI is vulnerable to misuse, others have supported the strategy as a means of expanding the pool of potential users and contributors. Unlike Gemma, Google did not make its larger, premium models, known as Gemini, available with the announcement. According to the article, the Gemma models have two billion or seven billion parameters, or the total number of possible values that an algorithm considers before producing an output. The size of the Llama 2 models from Meta ranges from seven to 70 billion parameters. Google has not disclosed the size of its largest Gemini models. For comparison, OpenAI's GPT-3 model announced in 2020 had 175 billion parameters.Chipmaker Nvidia said on Wednesday that it has collaborated with Google to guarantee that Gemma models function properly on its hardware. Additionally, Nvidia announced that Gemma will soon be compatible with chatbot software, which it is currently developing to run AI models on Windows PCs.
Honor MagicBook Pro 16 Teased Officially, to Launch at MWC 2024 With AI-Powered Features
Honor MagicBook Pro 16 is set to be launched with refreshed hardware later this year. The Honor MagicBook Pro with a 16.1-inch display was initially unveiled in 2020 with different CPU options. With the 2024 refresh, the laptop is expected to come with upgraded specifications including more powerful processors. The company has teased the launch of the refreshed version of the Honor MagicBook Pro model during Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 in Barcelona. The newer model is said to come with advanced AI-backed features. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Honor announced that a refreshed version of the Honor MagicBook Pro 16 with AI-powered features will be introduced at the MWC 2024 event that will be held from February 26 to February 29. The teaser reads, "Hey SAM & MAC, With Magic, one step connects all," taking digs at competing brands Samsung and Apple, claiming that the upcoming model is "smarter" than its market peers. It also teases the Magic-link feature that is claimed to connect smartphones, tablets and PCs to allow seamless display mirroring, file sharing, etc. The company did not reveal the design or any key elements of the Honor MagicBook Pro 16 but the hints at AI-backed advanced characteristics suggest that it may come with Intel Core Ultra CPUs. In December 2023, Intel announced the Core Ultra processors with inbuilt Neural Processing Units (NPUs) that are claimed to improve onboard AI functions. Ever since, many leading brands like Acer, Samsung, HP, Asus and more have refreshed several models with these newer CPUs. The 2020 model of Honor MagicBook Pro is available in several CPU variants - AMD Ryzen 5 4600H, AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, Intel Core i5-10210U, and Intel Core i7-10510U. It comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage. The laptop features a 16.1-inch full-HD (1,920x1,080 pixels) IPS display and ships with Windows 10 Home.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: Sparking a New AI Revolution
If you'd ask AI to come up with the best possible Android smartphone right now, chances are that it might suggest specifications similar to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. While AI has been powering a set of great features in smartphones all this while, it has now taken the driver's seat to help you stay more productive, communicate easily, and do things that previously needed expert know-how. The new Galaxy S24 Ultra makes the most of Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's on-device AI capabilities, and that's not just for AI-powered features alone. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a unique offering in the premium Android smartphone market right now. With a wallet-crashing starting price of Rs. 1,29,999, is it the best Android smartphone you can buy right now? How well do those generative AI features work? Let's find out! Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra prices in India start at Rs. 1,29,999 for the 12GB RAM, 256GB storage variant. That's about Rs. 5,000 higher than its predecessor, but Samsung is offering a bunch of exciting offers that can bring down the effective price. The 12GB RAM, 512GB storage variant is priced at Rs. 1,39,999, while the high-end 12GB RAM, 1TB storage variant is available for Rs. 1,59,999. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is available in Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, and Titanium Black. The company offers Titanium Blue, Titanium Green, and Titanium Orange colour options as online exclusives.In the box, you get a SIM ejector cable and a USB Type-C cable for charging. There's no charger in the box, so you'll need to use the one you already have, or you will have to buy a new one if you want faster charging.
Ubisofts Free-to-Play RPG, Guarding the Globe, has launched on iOS and Android
A brand-new Invincible mobile game from Ubisoft is based on the well-liked comic book series by Robert Kirkman and the successful TV show that it was adapted into. On Monday, the studio released a free-to-play idle role-playing game called Invincible: Guarding the Globe. The game is currently accessible on the Amazon store and can be played on iOS and Android smartphones. The Invincible mobile game will let players take part in squad-based battles and repel invading alien forces. Characters like Invincible, Atom Eve, Omni-Man, and others will be featured in Invincible: Guarding the Globe, which is set in the same universe as the comic books and television series. Players can assemble a team of up to five superheroes to fight off waves of Flaxans, Reanimen, and Magmanites. According to Ubisoft, players will need to carefully select their squad, striking a balance between attackers, defenders, and support heroes. The mobile game has a limited storyline, but the gameplay has a narrative context: In order to protect the planet from new threats, players will assemble and deploy heroes as agents of the Global Defense Agency. The missions will be completed in chapters, with new goals, challenges, and rewards for each chapter. Heroes can equip themselves with up to four different types of gear items and one artifact to gain buffs through the game's gear system. The hero's stats can also be increased by upgrading their gear. In the background, players can engage in multiple battles at once and gradually accrue rewards through passive play. The game is free to play, but it also has in-app purchases and an in-game currency. Starter packs and bundles with prices ranging from Rs. 499 to Rs. 9,990 can be found on the Apple App Store. Invincible: Guarding the Globe takes up 225.5MB of storage on iOS; however, downloadable content might need more space.
After the failed Zee merger, what will happen to Sony? The CEO of the company discloses its India strategy.
"Overview ""India has significant long-term growth potential. This market has a lot of appeal. Consequently, in response to a question concerning the company's plans in India following the cancellation of the proposed merger, Totoki stated, ""We will attempt to seek various opportunities and see if we can find another opportunity that would replace this type of plan."" According to a senior business official, Sony will explore a number of possibilities now that the planned merger of its Indian branch with Zee has been canceled. These would include looking for an alternative plan and exploring organic development chances in India, which has enormous long-term potential. Hiroki Totoki, president, COO, and CFO of Sony, stated during an earnings call that the company will keep making investments in India since it is a very good market. ""India has significant long-term growth potential. This market has a lot of appeal. Consequently, in response to a question concerning the company's plans in India following the cancellation of the proposed merger, Totoki stated, ""We will attempt to seek various opportunities and see if we can find another opportunity that would replace this type of plan."" He commented, ""Well, that investment is not going to change a capital allocation or our behavior in our investment,"" in reference to the investment Sony had made as part of the agreement. Thus, we don't yet have any firm plans."" February 14 was the day of the earnings call. According to the terms of the merger that ZEEL and Sony agreed upon, Additionally, the Japanese behemoth was expected to contribute USD 1.5 billion to the combined company. He stated in the investor call that the company will keep pursuing organic development in line with its plan in India, where it conducts business through Culver Max Entertainment (formerly known as Sony Pictures Network India). The arrangement between Sony and ZEEL to combine its two Indian companies, Culver Max Entertainment and Bangla Entertainment Private Limited (BEPL), was terminated last month. Sony Group Corporation (SGC) claimed that ZEEL had not complied with the merger requirements and had filed for arbitration before SIAC, requesting a termination cost of USD 90 million (about Rs 748.5 crore). In a petition to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), ZEEL requested that Sony Group be directed to...Over 700 million people watch the 26 channels that Sony Pictures Network India (SPNI), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, Japan, owns and operates in Hindi and numerous other languages. In addition, it offers live sports, movies, short films, as well as its own original and archived material, on its single OTT platform, Sony LIV. There are about 33 million people who watch it."
Google Gemini App on Android, Gemini Toggle on iOS Rolling Out in India and Other Countries
Google has started rolling out its Gemini app on Android to users in India. While there's no dedicated app on iOS, iPhone owners will be able to see a toggle on the top of the Google app, allowing them to enable and utlise the features of the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot. The tech giant launched the Android app on February 8, but the rollout was limited to the US. Now, the app is being expanded to more than 150 countries and territories. According to Google's support page, the Gemini mobile app is now available in English, Korean, and Japanese languages and is being expanded to more than 150 countries and territories. The full list of countries is listed on Google's support page. The iPhone users don't have a dedicated app at the moment, but they can use Gemini's AI capabilities through the Google app, which now has a toggle button on the top-right that allows access to the chatbot. Gadgets 360 was able to confirm the availability of the Gemini toggle on the Google app on iOS 17.2.1. The Gemini app requires a smartphone with at least 4GB of RAM. It must also run Android 12 or newer versions of Google's operating system. Similarly, the Gemini toggle is available to iPhone users running iOS 16 and newer. As the AI service is only available in English, Japanese, and Korean, it will only be available on smartphones set to use these languages. Lastly, users should be signed in to a personal Google Account or a Workspace account where the administrator has enabled the feature. In case, you still cannot see the app or the toggle, it is worth noting that the global rollout started on Thursday and is expected to continue for a few more days. Jack Krawczyk, Senior Director of Product at Google, who is also handling Gemini, revealed in a post on X (formerly known as Twitter) that the Gemini app's restrictions on image uploading and image generation were being somewhat relaxed. However, he added, “We'll continue to work through responsibly aligning on refusals with both images and text.” More features and expansion to more regions are currently in progress, as per the Gemini head. Some users who added Gemini as the default assistant over Google Assistant in Android smartphones had complained that there was no clarity on which in-device features was the AI capable of performing. Krawczyk said in a post on Wednesday, “Working on making it more clear exactly which Assistant features are work in progress vs which are available now. (also working on narrowing that gap!)”
Samsung Brings Its New AI Features To These Devices
Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 series with the new Galaxy AI features and is now extending some of these AI features to the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds2 and Galaxy Buds FE.The Galaxy AI features will be rolled out to the Galaxy Buds TWS earbuds via the OTA (over-the-air) update.After the update rollout, Galaxy Buds users will be able to use several Galaxy AI features through the Galaxy S24 series like Live Translate, Interpreter and more.The Galaxy S24 series Live Translate feature allows users to experience real-time call translation on their device screens while engaged in conversations via Galaxy Buds.Furthermore, the AI-driven interpreter feature on the Galaxy S24 series facilitates seamless two-way, face-to-face interpretation through the Galaxy Buds interface. By speaking directly into the Buds’ microphone, users can have their words translated, making the translated voice accessible via the Galaxy S24 series. This enables a nearly natural conversation between two individuals, each equipped with a Galaxy S24 series smartphone and Galaxy Buds, eliminating the need to hand over the phone. Consumers purchasing Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy S24+ will get benefits worth Rs 12,000, while those buying Galaxy S24 can avail benefits worth Rs 10,000. Consumers can also opt for No Cost EMI for upto 24 months on purchase of S24 Series. Consumers purchasing Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds2 and Galaxy Buds FE can avail of limited period cash back or upgrade upto Rs 6,000.
TikTok beats YouTube in launching native Apple Vision Pro app
TikTok has joined the expanding library of apps on the visionOS App Store, releasing a new native experience for Apple’s Vision Pro headset. The announcement came Thursday via a post on the popular X social media platform. The platform now offers Vision Pro users an immersive way to view short-form videos on the new device, providing a spatial computing experience optimised for the headset’s capabilities. The addition of TikTok is a major coup for Apple, given the app’s immense popularity among Gen Z users. The app’s spatial computing experience could highlight the Vision Pro’s capabilities for consuming short-form video. Initially, there were concerns about limited native app experiences for the Vision Pro upon launch. Early January reports suggested only around 150 available apps. However, this number quickly grew to 600 by early February. Currently, app engagement remains relatively low. Many developers report download figures in the mere hundreds. However, as more well-known apps become available, engagement will likely improve. Native app support has been a struggle, with major players like YouTube, Spotify and Netflix initially declining Vision Pro app development. In fact, lack of proper app support was one of the most commonly cited reasons for returning the headset – aside from the weight and discomfort, of course. However, earlier this month, YouTube did confirm plans to launch a Vision Pro app. This indicates TikTok may soon face competition from YouTube’s Shorts feature.
