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Author: Adarsh V.K

Adarsh V.K, Co-Founder and Editor at ReturnByte, writes about technology and consumer gadgets. He has been covering the technology beat for over seven years. Adarsh is also a web developer who contributes to ReturnByte front-end tech. You can follow him @_adarsh_vk on Instagram.
OnePlus 12 India launch will be on the same day as the global unveiling from the company which marks its 10 years in the market. News 

Confirmed: OnePlus 12 to be Launched in India in January 2024; Expected Price and Features

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The OnePlus 12 has already launched in China, but now the new flagship phone is set to launch globally in January 2024, including India. The OnePlus 12 is one of the first phones to use the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and also brings other flagship features to consumers. OnePlus has shown exciting promise with the first foldable OnePlus Open, and many expect the OnePlus 12 to borrow a lot of elements from the device. OnePlus 12 India Release Date The OnePlus 12 India launch date is the same…

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The demand for 5G phones have gone up in the past 6 months in India, which means people can get a good deal on 4G phones. News 

Here’s the reason why prices of 4G smartphones in India may decrease by the end of this year.

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If you’ve been planning to buy or upgrade your phone, now might be a good time. This week, several reports suggested that prices of 4G smartphones could drop as retailers look to clear their inventory before the end of 2023. It is estimated that the prices of 4G phones in India will be reduced by 10-20 percent (up to Rs 2,000) in the coming days, which may help sellers clear their stocks before the end of the year. You could say that buying a 4G phone at a time when…

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Adam Mosseri has highlighted a number of issues Threads will have to address before it can fully adopt the ActivityPub protocol and become a part of the fediverse. (Bloomberg) News 

Threads begins trials of ActivityPub integration for fediverse; Understand its functionality, mechanics, and the challenges it poses

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Two days ago, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, announced that Threads is currently undergoing testing to make its posts available on Mastodon and other platforms that support the ActivityPub protocol. However, achieving full compatibility with the entire fediverse may take some time, as Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, has pointed out several crucial issues that need to be resolved. If you find some of the terms mentioned unfamiliar, you’re not alone. The latest trend in social media platforms remains comprehensible only to the most dedicated tech enthusiasts. Therefore,…

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 series has launched in China recently and soon it will be coming to the Indian market. News 

Confirmed: Redmi Note 13 to be Launched in India with Expected Features and Price

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The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 series will be launched in India in early 2024, and the company has confirmed the release date and the models that will be available. Xiaomi’s popular Redmi Note line received the latest models in China recently, and buyers in India can expect to receive the new phones in the coming weeks. The Redmi Note 13 series also has vanilla, Pro and Pro+ versions, which have moved up the price ladder with significant hardware upgrades in recent years. Step into a new era of sophistication with…

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YouTube viewers on TVs will now see fewer ads compared to before, but in turn, they will become longer. Additionally, ads are coming to Shorts videos as well. News 

YouTube will reduce the number of ads displayed on televisions, but extend their duration.

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Google announced Thursday that YouTube viewers will see fewer ads on television; but in turn they become longer. This comes after the platform discovered that 79% of its viewers prefer video ads that are “grouped together rather than spread across a video.” For now, this only applies to long-form content. Additionally, viewers can see the total time left in an ad or until they can skip it instead of the number of ads that are shown. The streaming giant is expected to implement these changes soon. YouTube shorts that now…

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Windows 10 and 11 PC users have been facing the issue since installing the new version of the software. News 

Report: This Antivirus Is Causing Windows PCs to Crash on Startup

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Windows PCs get bogged down on startup, and most of the blame is placed on the antivirus. We often hear that antivirus messes up the performance of computers, but a complete shutdown is an unheard of phenomenon that many have complained about this week. And it seems that the problem is related to one software called Avira security. According to reports on the forums, people noticed that after updating Avira, their computers started freezing on startup. Most people try to avoid using antivirus software on computers these days, but if…

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Chrome users on PC and Mac have been given this security alert and they really need to pay some attention to the details. News 

Indian Government Issues Critical Security Alert for Chrome Users: Learn More

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Security alerts continue to alarm users in India, and India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued the latest warning related to the Google Chrome browser used by millions on desktop, Mac and Linux systems. The CERT-In notice is rated very serious, which is sure to alarm people who use Chrome on their machines. According to the alert, several vulnerabilities have been reported in Google Chrome that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code and retrieve information from users by forcing them to visit specially targeted websites. “Several vulnerabilities…

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Nothing started its business in India three years back and Sharma has been a core part of the company's growth in the country. News 

Manu Sharma, Chief of Nothing in India, Departs the Company: Read His Statement

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Nothing has seen its first major exit in India this week, with its country manager Manu Sharma stepping down from the company. Sharma has been instrumental in the launch and growth of Nothing in the country and his previous experience with giants like Samsung has clearly helped him to give the new company a strong foothold in India. Sharma has been with Nothing since its first day in the Indian market, which was three years ago. He shared an update on his LinkedIn post on Thursday, thanking the brand while…

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Grok AI chatbot is available for X Premium users on mobile and web but they need to pay for the highest X subscription. News 

Exclusive Availability of GrokAI From X in India for Select Users

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Elon Musk’s X platform recently launched the Grok AI chatbot for users in the US, and now those of you who have paid for the X Premium plan in India can also experience the AI chatbot from your X account. Additionally, Grok is available in over 40 countries as of Thursday, making it a wide release for all X Premium+ users. Grok is based on the Grok-1 LLM developed by X.AI over the past four months. Grok has several differences compared to popular chatbots such as Google Bard and ChatGPT.…

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Nokia feature phones in India support UPI payments and now these users can even enjoy YouTube videos. News 

Here’s How Nokia’s Affordable 4G Feature Phones in India Will Enable YouTube Video Support

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Nokia’s affordable 4G feature phones are still quite popular among some consumers, and the company is now giving them more reasons to continue using their candy bar phones. We’ve seen many smartphones launch in the market that go a step further and let you use apps like WhatsApp, Facebook and more. Now, Nokia is bringing cloud apps to its 4G phones, allowing you to access apps like YouTube Shorts and BBC News. You must be wondering how cloud apps work on a feature phone, and that’s a good question. Nokia…

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Samsung users have got a high risk security warning from the Indian government and they should definitely be careful. News 

What Samsung Mobile Users in India Should Do as Indian Government Alerts About Significant Security Risk

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The Indian government has issued more security warnings this week, and this time they’re aimed at people using Samsung Galaxy phones. A security alert issued by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) details several vulnerabilities affecting millions of Samsung Galaxy phones, both old and new models. A security alert has been issued on December 13 and the concern has been classified as high risk, so it is imperative that current Samsung users update their phone’s operating system or firmware immediately. Samsung Phones High Security Risk: All Information The Security…

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PlayStation Wrap-Up 2023 lets you create a year-end summary of your gaming on a PlayStation 4 or PS5. You can see how many games you played, your most-played game, the trophies you earned, and more. Gaming 

Learn How to Create Your PlayStation Wrap-Up 2023

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It’s that time of year again, when streaming apps like Spotify, YouTube Music, and even social media apps like Reddit release their year-end reviews. And now PlayStation, Sony’s gaming division, has released its own synopsis. PlayStation Wrap-Up 2023 allows you to create a year-end summary of your gaming experience on PlayStation 4 or PS5. You can see the number of games you’ve played, your most played game, the rewards you’ve earned and more. This year has been particularly exciting with the release of many critically acclaimed games such as Marvel’s…

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The discussions underscored the need for balance—innovating AI while ensuring its responsible and safe deployment, echoing a sentiment shared by nations at the forefront of artificial intelligence advancements globally News 

India, UK, and Japan take the lead in discussions on AI-related governance at GPAI Summit

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At the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI) Summit in New Delhi, ministers from India, the United Kingdom and Japan held important discussions that shed light on the central role of regulation, reliability and the global convergence of AI technology. India’s strategy Electronics and Information Technology Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar emphasized the need for a holistic approach to managing artificial intelligence. Chandrasekhar highlighted the Indian government’s strategy to focus on creating clear and enforceable guardrails around AI platforms and steer the conversation away from reactive endpoint regulations. He emphasized the importance of…

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Check out all the comments made by the recently reinstated CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman. (AFP) News 

Key Points: Sam Altman’s Remarks Following His Reinstatement as OpenAI CEO – A Summary of 5 Noteworthy Statements

Adarsh V.K

Sam Altman, the cofounder and CEO of OpenAI, experienced a tumultuous period in his life from November 18-23, 2023. Initially, he was dismissed from his position by the board of directors, but due to employee protests, he was later reinstated by the company. During this time, there were changes in the board membership, with some members leaving and new ones joining. Microsoft also gained a seat at the board table, albeit without voting rights. Now that Altman is back, he has been actively participating in conferences and sharing his thoughts…

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QR code scams are going global now that the US government has warned about these attacks, how they work and how to avoid falling for one. News 

US Government Issues Warning About QR Code Scams, Not Limited to India

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QR code scams have become extremely common now that millions are using the technology to make payments, scan a menu, or obtain people’s information. Indian police have even warned everyone about the potential problems with QR codes and how fraudsters are now using it to hack into devices to access personal information. But it seems that the QR scam has now become a global problem, and the US government is issuing its own advice and warnings to people living in the country. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has spoken about…

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Foxconn plans to invest in India's Karnataka state. (Reuters) News 

Foxconn expands its investment in Karnataka, distancing itself from China with an additional $1.7 bn.

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According to a statement from the state government on Tuesday, Foxconn, an Apple supplier, intends to inject an extra 139.11 billion rupees ($1.67 billion) into the Indian state of Karnataka. The Taiwanese company, which assembles about 70% of iPhones and is the world’s largest contract manufacturer, has diversified production away from China due to disruptions from COVID-19 and geopolitical tensions. It has rapidly expanded its presence in India over the past year, investing heavily in manufacturing facilities in the southern part of the country. In the state of Karnataka, the…

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After historic success of Chandrayaan-3 mission, ISRO is looking to send an Indian astronaut to the Moon by a certain date. (PTI) Space 

ISRO aims to land an Indian astronaut on the Moon by 2040 following the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission.

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ISRO is preparing to continue its achievements with the Chandrayaan-3 mission, which successfully landed the Vikram Lander and Pragyan Rover on the moon. The research conducted during this mission has provided valuable information about the composition of the Moon and has paved the way for future lunar landings. The mission lasted for 14 days and resulted in the discovery of various elements in the lunar soil, including aluminium, calcium, iron, chromium, titanium, sulphur, manganese, silicon, and oxygen. This significant finding was made at the South Pole of the Moon, now…

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iQOO 12 made its debut in China recently and now buyers in India have the chance to experience the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset in the country. News 

Price, Specifications of iQOO 12 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Chipset and Android 14 Released in India

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The iQOO 12 is the first smartphone in India to be launched with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. The company has launched its new flagship phone at a price of Rs 52,999 and you can buy it through online channels in the country. The iQOO 12 is also the first non-Pixel phone to come with Android 14 out of the box and its battery supports fast charging. iQOO did the same with its flagship device last year in the country, which was one of the first with the…

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Know what ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission will look like - from the technology to objectives, know it all. (ISRO twitter) Space 

India’s ISRO plans to explore new frontiers in space research with Chandrayaan-4 mission

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has showcased an exceptional capability to surpass mission objectives, particularly with the Chandrayaan-3 mission, in the realm of space exploration where careful planning typically guides the course of action. There was a time when ISRO’s GSLV Mk II saw 4 failures and 2 partial failures out of a total of 16 launches, and cartoons depicted ISRO’s efforts in a humorous way, showing established space forces in the “ELITE SPACE CLUB” and a character called “INDIA” knocking around. at the door with the bull. However,…

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iQOO 12 India launch is this week and the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 powered phone in the country will also get other exciting features. News 

December 12 to witness the launch of iQOO 12 in India

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The iQOO 12 India launch date is finally here and the company is all set to launch the country’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 powered smartphone. iQOO has a habit of launching its latest phones early for Indian consumers and this one is no different. The iQOO 12 also promises to be a performance beast, not only because of the latest flagship chipset, but also due to other improvements expected on the software side. A microsite for the regular iQOO 12 model is now live on Amazon’s India website, confirming…

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