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Atomfall's Game Pass Launch a 'Huge Success', Rebellion CEO Says
Atomfall, the action-survival game from Rebellion Developments, launched on PC, PlayStation and Xbox platforms last month. It also released on Game Pass on day one and has since reached over two million players. Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley has said that launching Atomfall on Micrsoft’s game subscription service has been a “huge success” for ...
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WhatsApp Developing Feature to Select Auto-Download Quality for Photos and Videos
WhatsApp is developing a new feature allowing users more control over automatic media download quality. A feature tracker revealed the platform is testing an option to choose between standard and HD quality for automatically downloaded images and videos. Read on to know how this feature will work when it is rolled out to users in the future.
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OpenAI Introduces Flex Processing in API to Help Developers Cut AI Usage Costs
OpenAI is introducing a new service tier for developers starting Thursday via its application programming interface (API). Dubbed Flex processing, it reduces the AI usage costs by half for developers, compared to standard pricing. However, the lowered prices come with the consequence of slower response times and occasional resource unavailability.
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Amazon's Vega TV OS Expected to Debut on First Streaming Device in 2025: Report
Amazon is reportedly planning to launch a TV streaming device powered by its in-house, Linux-based Vega OS later this year, as it plans to move away from Android-based Fire OS. Amazon is said to be engaging with streaming platforms to convince them to release apps for the new Vega TV OS and is hiring developers for the Vega TV platform.
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Android 16 Beta 4 Rolling Out With Fixes for Developer and User-Reported Issues, Expanded OEM Support
Google on Thursday rolled out the Android 16 Beta 4 to developers and testers. The latest testing version of Google's smartphone operating system arrives with fixes for several issues that were reported by developers and users in the previous update. This includes rectifications related to excessive power drain, delayed haptic feedback, and Pixel W...
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Japan To Give India Shinkansen Trains For Free For Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Testing: Report
In a major development for India's first high-speed rail corridor, Japan will provide two sets of its celebrated Shinkansen trains at no cost.
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India's Elephant Warning System Tackles Deadly Conflict
An app, developed by Indian firm Kalpvaig, crunches the data and then triggers warnings about movement of elephants to nearby villagers.
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NASA Prepares to Launch First Quantum Sensor for Measuring Gravity from Orbit
NASA, in collaboration with academia and private companies, is developing the first quantum sensor to map Earth’s gravity from space. Using cold rubidium atoms, the compact instrument will deliver highly sensitive, long-term measurements. This mission could transform how we study Earth’s subsurface and explore planetary bodies across the solar ...
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CBSE Makes 50 Hours Of Annual Training Mandatory For Teachers
The training will cover three key focus areas: Core Values and Ethics (12 hours), Knowledge and Practice (24 hours), and Professional Growth and Development (14 hours).
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Google Expanding Gemini Live with Camera and Screen Share Features to All Android Devices
Google announced the rollout of the Gemini Live with Camera and Screen Share features to all compatible Android devices on Wednesday. Last week, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced the availability of the features to the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Now, the company is rolling it out to all Android devices that support the...
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Apple Vision Air Could Debut as Thin and Light Mixed Reality Headset, Tipster Claims
Apple Vision Pro might be followed by a new Apple Vision Air model with a thinner design, according to a tipster. The Cupertino company is reportedly exploring titanium internals and an aluminium exterior for the Apple Vision Air, to reduce the device's weight. Recent reports also suggest a lighter Apple Vision headset is in development, which coul...
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Microsoft Will Support Nintendo Switch 2 With Its Games, Says Xbox Chief Phil Spencer
Nintendo Switch 2 was fully unveiled earlier this month, with Nintendo finally sharing details about its next console and the games coming to it in 2025. In addition to first-party titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, several third-party developers announced games coming to the Switch 2. Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has now sa...
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Gboard Gets New Toolbar and Voice Typing Features on Pixel and Select Other Phones
Gboard, the virtual keyboard app developed by Google, is bringing new voice typing features for Pixel smartphones and select other devices. Users can now take advantage of voice commands which enable them to add emojis, edit text, turn off the microphone, or send the message. Although Gboard has provided voice typing capabilities for years now, the...
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Scientists Develop Self-Healing Stretchable Lithium Batteries With Enhanced Durability
The expert team of scientists from the University of California, Berkeley, the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has developed the super-stretchable and highly flexible lithium battery, crafted with non-toxic components. These jelly-like batteries will be safe from punctures or potential toxic d...
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Baldur's Gate 3 Final Patch Brings Cross Play, Photo Mode and More as Larian Moves on to Next Project
Baldur’s Gate 3, the groundbreaking RPG that released in 2023, has received its final patch that adds new content to the game for one last time. Developer Larian Studios has rolled out Patch 8 for the game, featuring long requested features like cross play support across all platforms, new subclasses, photo mode and split screen on Xbox Series S.
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Atomfall's Game Pass Launch a 'Huge Success', Rebellion CEO Says
Atomfall, the action-survival game from Rebellion Developments, launched on PC, PlayStation and Xbox platforms last month. It also released on Game Pass on day one and has since reached over two million players. Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley has said that launching Atomfall on Micrsoft’s game subscription service has been a “huge success” for ...
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WhatsApp Developing Feature to Select Auto-Download Quality for Photos and Videos
WhatsApp is developing a new feature allowing users more control over automatic media download quality. A feature tracker revealed the platform is testing an option to choose between standard and HD quality for automatically downloaded images and videos. Read on to know how this feature will work when it is rolled out to users in the future.
-
OpenAI Introduces Flex Processing in API to Help Developers Cut AI Usage Costs
OpenAI is introducing a new service tier for developers starting Thursday via its application programming interface (API). Dubbed Flex processing, it reduces the AI usage costs by half for developers, compared to standard pricing. However, the lowered prices come with the consequence of slower response times and occasional resource unavailability.
-
Amazon's Vega TV OS Expected to Debut on First Streaming Device in 2025: Report
Amazon is reportedly planning to launch a TV streaming device powered by its in-house, Linux-based Vega OS later this year, as it plans to move away from Android-based Fire OS. Amazon is said to be engaging with streaming platforms to convince them to release apps for the new Vega TV OS and is hiring developers for the Vega TV platform.
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Android 16 Beta 4 Rolling Out With Fixes for Developer and User-Reported Issues, Expanded OEM Support
Google on Thursday rolled out the Android 16 Beta 4 to developers and testers. The latest testing version of Google's smartphone operating system arrives with fixes for several issues that were reported by developers and users in the previous update. This includes rectifications related to excessive power drain, delayed haptic feedback, and Pixel W...
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Japan To Give India Shinkansen Trains For Free For Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Testing: Report
In a major development for India's first high-speed rail corridor, Japan will provide two sets of its celebrated Shinkansen trains at no cost.
-
India's Elephant Warning System Tackles Deadly Conflict
An app, developed by Indian firm Kalpvaig, crunches the data and then triggers warnings about movement of elephants to nearby villagers.
-
NASA Prepares to Launch First Quantum Sensor for Measuring Gravity from Orbit
NASA, in collaboration with academia and private companies, is developing the first quantum sensor to map Earth’s gravity from space. Using cold rubidium atoms, the compact instrument will deliver highly sensitive, long-term measurements. This mission could transform how we study Earth’s subsurface and explore planetary bodies across the solar ...
-
CBSE Makes 50 Hours Of Annual Training Mandatory For Teachers
The training will cover three key focus areas: Core Values and Ethics (12 hours), Knowledge and Practice (24 hours), and Professional Growth and Development (14 hours).
-
Google Expanding Gemini Live with Camera and Screen Share Features to All Android Devices
Google announced the rollout of the Gemini Live with Camera and Screen Share features to all compatible Android devices on Wednesday. Last week, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced the availability of the features to the Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Now, the company is rolling it out to all Android devices that support the...
-
Apple Vision Air Could Debut as Thin and Light Mixed Reality Headset, Tipster Claims
Apple Vision Pro might be followed by a new Apple Vision Air model with a thinner design, according to a tipster. The Cupertino company is reportedly exploring titanium internals and an aluminium exterior for the Apple Vision Air, to reduce the device's weight. Recent reports also suggest a lighter Apple Vision headset is in development, which coul...
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Microsoft Will Support Nintendo Switch 2 With Its Games, Says Xbox Chief Phil Spencer
Nintendo Switch 2 was fully unveiled earlier this month, with Nintendo finally sharing details about its next console and the games coming to it in 2025. In addition to first-party titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, several third-party developers announced games coming to the Switch 2. Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has now sa...
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Gboard Gets New Toolbar and Voice Typing Features on Pixel and Select Other Phones
Gboard, the virtual keyboard app developed by Google, is bringing new voice typing features for Pixel smartphones and select other devices. Users can now take advantage of voice commands which enable them to add emojis, edit text, turn off the microphone, or send the message. Although Gboard has provided voice typing capabilities for years now, the...
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Scientists Develop Self-Healing Stretchable Lithium Batteries With Enhanced Durability
The expert team of scientists from the University of California, Berkeley, the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has developed the super-stretchable and highly flexible lithium battery, crafted with non-toxic components. These jelly-like batteries will be safe from punctures or potential toxic d...
-
Baldur's Gate 3 Final Patch Brings Cross Play, Photo Mode and More as Larian Moves on to Next Project
Baldur’s Gate 3, the groundbreaking RPG that released in 2023, has received its final patch that adds new content to the game for one last time. Developer Larian Studios has rolled out Patch 8 for the game, featuring long requested features like cross play support across all platforms, new subclasses, photo mode and split screen on Xbox Series S.
