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Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Xiaomi 15 With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC Now Available in India: Price, Offers
Xiaomi 15 Ultra was unveiled in India on March 11 alongside the base Xiaomi 15. Both phones are now available for purchase in the country. They are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and ship with Android 15 with HyperOS 2.0 skin on top. Xiaomi offers IP68-rated dust and water resistance and in-display fingerprint sensors for biometric a...
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Nothing Phone 3a Series' Essential Space Hub Updated With Camera Capture Feature
Nothing is rolling out an update to its AI-powered hub, Essential Space, featured in the newly launched Phone 3a and 3a Pro. The update introduces a Camera Capture feature that allows users to snap photos and extract key details using optical character recognition. Nothing says it plans to roll out more features for Essential Space in the coming mo...
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Watch: YouTuber Puts Tesla's Autopilot To 'Crash Test'. This Happens Next
Before the test, YouTuber Mark Rober explained that other cars used LiDAR for object detection, but Tesla relied on optical cameras.
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Samsung Galaxy F16 5G With MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, 50-Megapixel Camera Launched in India
Samsung Galaxy F16 5G has been launched in India as the successor to the Galaxy F15 5G, which was unveiled in the country in March 2024. The latest Galaxy F16 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and it is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 25W wired fast charging support. For optics, it carries a 50-megapixel triple rear camera unit ...
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World’s First Modular Quantum Computer Operates at Room Temperature
A room-temperature quantum computer has been developed by Xanadu, addressing scalability and error correction challenges in the field. Named Aurora, the system uses photonic qubits and connects multiple modules via fibre optics, removing the need for extreme cooling. Published in Nature, the study highlights its potential for large-scale quantum da...
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Hubble Captures Stunning Infrared Image of Sh2-284, a Massive Stellar Nursery
Hubble’s latest image of the massive Sh2-284 nebula reveals young stars concealed within thick clouds of gas and dust. Using infrared imaging, astronomers have captured details previously obscured in optical wavelengths. The nebula’s low-metallicity composition provides a glimpse into the conditions of the early universe, shedding light on how ...
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First Modular Quantum Computer Works at Room Temperature Without Cooling
Scientists have developed Aurora, the first modular quantum computer that operates at room temperature. Unlike traditional quantum systems requiring near absolute zero temperatures, Aurora uses photonic qubits interconnected via fiber optics. This innovation by Xanadu enhances fault tolerance and scalability, paving the way for future quantum data ...
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Mistral Introduces New OCR API That Can Convert PDF Documents Into AI-Ready Format
Mistral introduced the Mistral Optical Character Recognition (OCR) application programming interface (API) on Thursday. The artificial intelligence (AI) model is capable of analysing and processing PDF documents and converting it into an AI-ready text format such as Markdown or raw text file. The tool is capable of extracting data from PDFs to make...
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Can Pregnancy And Menopause Affect Your Vision?
Understanding how pregnancy and menopause impact eye health can help women take proactive steps to protect their vision. Here's what you need to know about the effects of these hormonal changes on eye health.
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Nothing Phone 3a, Phone 3a Pro With Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC Launched in India: Price, Features
Nothing Phone 3a and the Nothing Phone 3a Pro were unveiled at the MWC 2025 in Barcelona. The phones are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and ship with Android 15-based NothingOS 3.1. They have IP64-rated builds and are equipped with 50-megapixel triple rear camera units. The Pro variant carries a 50-megapixel telephoto shooter wit...
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Xiaomi Unveils New Modular Optical System at MWC 2025
Xiaomi introduced the Xiaomi 15 Ultra alongside the standard Xiaomi 15 handset in global markets on Sunday, ahead of the MWC 2025. Meanwhile, the company demonstrated a new imaging technology called the Xiaomi Modular Optical System. It includes a customised external lens that can allow users to capture DSLR-level images.
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DMRC Signs Agreement to Improve Internet Connectivity Across All Corridors
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed an agreement with Beckhaul Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd to enhance internet connectivity across its corridors. The telecommunication company will lay 700km of fibre optic cables along all metro lines, including the Airport Line. The rollout will occur in phases, starting with the Pink and Magenta L...
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Musk Shreds Ukraine's Zelensky Over Old Vogue Shoot "While Kids Were Dying"
Republican Congresswomen Lauren Boebert and Texas Congresswoman Mayra Flores had previously questioned the optics of the shoot, given the significant American aid being provided to Ukraine.
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Huawei Band 10 With SpO2 Sensor, 100 Workout Modes, Up to 14 Days Battery Life Launched
Huawei Band 10 was unveiled in select global markets on Tuesday as the latest fitness wearable from the Chinese company. Huawei's latest wearable comes equipped with an optical heart rate sensor as well as a SpO2 sensor for gauging blood oxygen saturation levels. The Huawei Band 10 sports a 1.47-inch AMOLED display and also offers a new sleep-heart...
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Nothing Phone 3a Series Confirmed to Get 50-Megapixel Triple Rear Cameras
Nothing Phone 3a series is scheduled to be launched globally on March 4. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the British original equipment manufacturer (OEM) has confirmed key camera specifications of what appears to be the Pro model in the lineup. The phone will be equipped with a 50-megapixel triple rear camera system. Alongside specifications, the ...
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Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Xiaomi 15 With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC Now Available in India: Price, Offers
Xiaomi 15 Ultra was unveiled in India on March 11 alongside the base Xiaomi 15. Both phones are now available for purchase in the country. They are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and ship with Android 15 with HyperOS 2.0 skin on top. Xiaomi offers IP68-rated dust and water resistance and in-display fingerprint sensors for biometric a...
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Nothing Phone 3a Series' Essential Space Hub Updated With Camera Capture Feature
Nothing is rolling out an update to its AI-powered hub, Essential Space, featured in the newly launched Phone 3a and 3a Pro. The update introduces a Camera Capture feature that allows users to snap photos and extract key details using optical character recognition. Nothing says it plans to roll out more features for Essential Space in the coming mo...
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Watch: YouTuber Puts Tesla's Autopilot To 'Crash Test'. This Happens Next
Before the test, YouTuber Mark Rober explained that other cars used LiDAR for object detection, but Tesla relied on optical cameras.
-
Samsung Galaxy F16 5G With MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, 50-Megapixel Camera Launched in India
Samsung Galaxy F16 5G has been launched in India as the successor to the Galaxy F15 5G, which was unveiled in the country in March 2024. The latest Galaxy F16 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and it is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 25W wired fast charging support. For optics, it carries a 50-megapixel triple rear camera unit ...
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World’s First Modular Quantum Computer Operates at Room Temperature
A room-temperature quantum computer has been developed by Xanadu, addressing scalability and error correction challenges in the field. Named Aurora, the system uses photonic qubits and connects multiple modules via fibre optics, removing the need for extreme cooling. Published in Nature, the study highlights its potential for large-scale quantum da...
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Hubble Captures Stunning Infrared Image of Sh2-284, a Massive Stellar Nursery
Hubble’s latest image of the massive Sh2-284 nebula reveals young stars concealed within thick clouds of gas and dust. Using infrared imaging, astronomers have captured details previously obscured in optical wavelengths. The nebula’s low-metallicity composition provides a glimpse into the conditions of the early universe, shedding light on how ...
-
First Modular Quantum Computer Works at Room Temperature Without Cooling
Scientists have developed Aurora, the first modular quantum computer that operates at room temperature. Unlike traditional quantum systems requiring near absolute zero temperatures, Aurora uses photonic qubits interconnected via fiber optics. This innovation by Xanadu enhances fault tolerance and scalability, paving the way for future quantum data ...
-
Mistral Introduces New OCR API That Can Convert PDF Documents Into AI-Ready Format
Mistral introduced the Mistral Optical Character Recognition (OCR) application programming interface (API) on Thursday. The artificial intelligence (AI) model is capable of analysing and processing PDF documents and converting it into an AI-ready text format such as Markdown or raw text file. The tool is capable of extracting data from PDFs to make...
-
Can Pregnancy And Menopause Affect Your Vision?
Understanding how pregnancy and menopause impact eye health can help women take proactive steps to protect their vision. Here's what you need to know about the effects of these hormonal changes on eye health.
-
Nothing Phone 3a, Phone 3a Pro With Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC Launched in India: Price, Features
Nothing Phone 3a and the Nothing Phone 3a Pro were unveiled at the MWC 2025 in Barcelona. The phones are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and ship with Android 15-based NothingOS 3.1. They have IP64-rated builds and are equipped with 50-megapixel triple rear camera units. The Pro variant carries a 50-megapixel telephoto shooter wit...
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Xiaomi Unveils New Modular Optical System at MWC 2025
Xiaomi introduced the Xiaomi 15 Ultra alongside the standard Xiaomi 15 handset in global markets on Sunday, ahead of the MWC 2025. Meanwhile, the company demonstrated a new imaging technology called the Xiaomi Modular Optical System. It includes a customised external lens that can allow users to capture DSLR-level images.
-
DMRC Signs Agreement to Improve Internet Connectivity Across All Corridors
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed an agreement with Beckhaul Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd to enhance internet connectivity across its corridors. The telecommunication company will lay 700km of fibre optic cables along all metro lines, including the Airport Line. The rollout will occur in phases, starting with the Pink and Magenta L...
-
Musk Shreds Ukraine's Zelensky Over Old Vogue Shoot "While Kids Were Dying"
Republican Congresswomen Lauren Boebert and Texas Congresswoman Mayra Flores had previously questioned the optics of the shoot, given the significant American aid being provided to Ukraine.
-
Huawei Band 10 With SpO2 Sensor, 100 Workout Modes, Up to 14 Days Battery Life Launched
Huawei Band 10 was unveiled in select global markets on Tuesday as the latest fitness wearable from the Chinese company. Huawei's latest wearable comes equipped with an optical heart rate sensor as well as a SpO2 sensor for gauging blood oxygen saturation levels. The Huawei Band 10 sports a 1.47-inch AMOLED display and also offers a new sleep-heart...
-
Nothing Phone 3a Series Confirmed to Get 50-Megapixel Triple Rear Cameras
Nothing Phone 3a series is scheduled to be launched globally on March 4. Ahead of its anticipated debut, the British original equipment manufacturer (OEM) has confirmed key camera specifications of what appears to be the Pro model in the lineup. The phone will be equipped with a 50-megapixel triple rear camera system. Alongside specifications, the ...
