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Intel Corp scrapped its $5.4 billion deal to buy Israeli contract chipmaker Tower Semiconductor Ltd after their merger agreement expired without regulatory approval from China. Reviews 

Intel Abandons $5.4 Billion Transaction Following China Regulatory Review Postponement

Jim Hendler

NEW YORK: Intel Corp abandoned its $5.4 billion deal to buy Israeli chipmaker Tower Semiconductor Ltd after their merger deal fell through without approval from Chinese authorities. The US-listed shares of the Israeli company fell about 11% in premarket trading. Intel, which had decided to buy Tower last year, will pay the latter a termination fee of $353 million, the company said in a statement. “After careful consideration and in-depth discussions, and without receiving any indication of certain required regulatory approvals, both parties have agreed to terminate their merger agreement…

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You'll get your first proper look at the supercharged concept EV in just a few days. Reviews 

Lamborghini Previews Electric Supercar Ahead of August 18th Unveiling

Febin Mathew

Lamborghini is set to unveil its inaugural all-electric supercar, shortly after introducing its Revuelto plug-in hybrid a few months ago. The automaker provided a sneak peek of the vehicle’s upper body through a silhouette teaser image. However, you won’t have to wait long to find out more about this mysterious electric car. Lamborghini is expected to unveil the concept on August 18 during Monterey Auto Week. What we do know is that it’s an all-new fourth model in the lineup and not a version of the existing model with an…

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The paragraph-long blurbs include clickable keywords. Reviews 

Amazon Introduces Automated Review Summaries Powered by AI

Jim Hendler, ,

Today, Amazon unveiled a fresh generative AI capability that condenses product reviews. Initially accessible to a limited number of mobile shoppers in the U.S., covering a wide range of products, this AI tool generates a concise summary paragraph that captures prevalent themes from customer reviews. In June, the company confirmed its experimentation with an AI-driven summarization tool, and now it commences its official launch. CEO Andy Jassy emphasized earlier this month that AI is a fundamental aspect of Amazon’s operations. The idea behind the ML-generated summary is to allow buyers…

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Earlier this year, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said in his letter to shareholders that generative AI will be a “big deal” for the company. (AFP) Reviews 

Amazon Introduces Generative AI to Summarize Product Reviews

Febin Mathew,

Amazon is introducing a fresh generative AI capability that condenses product reviews for the convenience of its customers. The feature, which the company began testing earlier this year, is designed to help shoppers determine at a glance what other customers have said about a product before spending time reading individual reviews. It picks up common themes and summarizes them in a short paragraph on the product information page. The company wrote in a blog post on Monday that AI-generated reviews are now available for US mobile shoppers on a “broad”…

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The second-gen Nothing Phone comes with a lot of promise, polish and premiumness but is it worth the increased price tag? Reviews 

Review of Nothing Phone 2: Is It a Worthy Successor to Phone 1?

Febin Mathew

After generating significant anticipation, Nothing has finally released its second-generation phone into the market. The Phone 2 aims to surpass the initial success of its predecessor and establish itself as a premium device. Renowned for its transparent design, Nothing has further refined this distinctive feature in the Phone 2, elevating it to a more polished level. But the questions are ringing louder this year, now that the Phone 2 starts at Rs 44,999, rising to Rs 54,999 for the top 512GB variant. Can the Nothing Phone 2 be the first…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, July 15. (Pexels) Reviews 

Explore the Latest Developments in AI: AI Education, Fake Reviews, and More

Febin Mathew

Today has been a highly eventful day in the world of AI! Notably, Hollywood actors have united with screenwriters in an unprecedented strike concerning wages. Additionally, young professionals are placing great importance on enhancing their AI skills to remain relevant in the job market. Furthermore, Elon Musk has announced his intention to train his xAI using public tweets, among other developments. 1. Let’s start a free online AI training program in Indian languages On World Youth Day, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has launched AI for India 2.0, a free AI…

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The series premieres on August 23rd with two episodes. Reviews 

Preview of ‘Star Wars: Rebels’ Reunion in ‘Ahsoka’ Trailer Revealed

Febin Mathew, ,

The release of the highly-anticipated Disney+ Star Wars: Ahsoka series in August is quickly approaching, and fans of the animated Star Wars: Rebels series are in for a treat with an exciting new trailer. Packed with thrilling action, the trailer features beloved Rebels characters such as Hera Syndula, Sabine Wren, Chopper, Ezra Bridger, and even the series’ antagonist, Grand Admiral Thrawn, making live-action appearances. The show takes place in the same timeline as The Mandalorian, but stars Ahsoka Tano, the former apprentice of the sand-hating Anakin Skywalker. Tano (Rosario Dawson)…

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Threads has started with some built-in defense mechanisms for harmful content, as its user policies are the same as Instagram’s (AP) Reviews 

User Reviews of Meta’s Threads App Reveal Mixed Reactions to Its Uplifting Vibe

Sanjay Patil, ,

Millions of users have flocked to Threads, the newly launched social platform by Meta Platforms Inc., which aims to foster “positive, productive conversations.” This move seems to be a direct challenge to the prevalent divisive discourse found on platforms like Twitter and others. That promise is harder to keep as the app grows in popularity — it has 70 million users to date. That list of early adopters includes some associated with spreading misinformation, disinformation and hate speech on other sites, according to checks by Bloomberg, which have been confirmed…

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The brand has now offered the unique silent clicks on the new M-series budget wireless mouse. Reviews 

Logitech M240 Silent Wireless Mouse: A Comprehensive Review – 5 Key Points to Consider

Adriana Marais,

Logitech, known for its wide range of computer accessories, is often the top choice for both casual and heavy users. The company offers products at various price points, always striving to provide something distinctive with each item. While Logitech has previously focused on innovation with its premium MX range, we are now witnessing some of these advanced features becoming available at a more affordable price. The new Logitech M240 Silent Wireless Mouse priced at Rs 1,595 is an example of such a change, giving more people the opportunity to use…

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The agency is also taking aim at phony social media metrics. Reviews 

FTC to Impose Heavy Penalties on Companies for Utilizing False Reviews

Nitin Misra, , ,

If the proposed rule by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is implemented, it would formally prohibit the use of fake reviews and testimonials. Additionally, companies would be barred from artificially boosting their social media metrics by employing fake followers and views. This is not the first time that the agency has become familiar with false reviews. In its first such case in 2019, it fined a third-party Amazon seller for paying for fake reviews (Amazon itself has sued providers of fake reviews). Earlier this year, the FTC fined the owner…

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Normally, users can see the tweet in the link preview without clicking. Reviews 

iMessage and Slack No Longer Showing Twitter Link Previews

Jim Hendler

According to 9To5Mac, Twitter link previews are currently not functioning properly on iMessage and Slack, resulting in plain links. It remains uncertain when the link previews will be restored. This issue affects Apple’s multimedia preview feature in Messages on iPhone, Mac, etc. On Twitter, several users reported the problem. One user said: “I’ve noticed that dropping a Twitter link into text on iPhone no longer produces a preview.” Another posted: “@Twitter having problems sending tweets via SMS? They get the Twitter link but not the preview panel/window.” Normally, users click…

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It's also looking to see if it can legally 'take actions' against them. Reviews 

FCC to Review Internet Data Caps

Adarsh V.K,

Jessica Rosenworcel, the chairperson of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has expressed her desire to initiate a formal Notice of Inquiry into the effects of internet data caps on consumers. The FCC will also explore the possibility of taking measures to prevent data caps from negatively affecting competition or hindering access to broadband services, as per a letter obtained by Ars Technica. “Internet access is no longer a nice-to-have, it’s a necessity for everyone, everywhere,” Rosenworcel said in a statement. “When we need access to the Internet, we don’t think…

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There’s a nifty trailer for the new show from ‘Game of Thrones’ creators Reviews 

Preview of Netflix’s ‘Three-Body Problem’ Reveals January 2024 Release Date

Jim Hendler,

At the Tudum fan event, Netflix released the first reveal trailer for the upcoming science fiction series, 3 Body Problem, and announced that it will premiere in January. The series was initially scheduled to air this year, making the delay relatively brief. If the name of the show sounds familiar, it’s probably for two reasons. First, the showrunners are former Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss and Alexander Woo. Despite viewers’ deep hatred for the final season of HBO’s fantasy epic, Benioff and Weiss remain a known…

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First beta versions of WatchOS 10 to be available starting Monday (Apple) Reviews 

Apple Watch to Receive Major Upgrade with Preview of WatchOS 10 at WWDC 2023

Adriana Marais,

On June 5, the Apple Park campus in Cupertino will host the much-awaited Worldwide Developers Conference, which will kick off with a keynote speech by Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. The week-long event will feature a series of online developer sessions. Apple has some thrilling plans for this occasion, such as the unveiling of its new headset and the introduction of xrOS, which is specifically designed for the Apple headset. Furthermore, updates to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS will also be presented. Anything special for the Apple Watch this year?…

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The SanDisk Professional G-Drive is a reliable and well-built drive with impressive read/write speeds for an HDD. Here's our full review of the 12TB variant. Reviews 

SanDisk Professional G-Drive Review: Best for creators

Nitin Misra

If you are looking for a professional storage solution, you may come across different options and recommendations. Some suggest investing in a NAS system, while others suggest buying multiple smaller capacity hard drives. However, if you’re a content creator or handle large amounts of data – investing in a durable, professional-grade hard drive like the SanDisk Professional G-Drive can be a smart option. In this review, I will outline the pros and cons of this drive and see if it is worth the Rs 37,999 price tag. For this review,…

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The latest Nord CE Lite phone in the market looks to compete with a host of devices but does it have enough to match the rest? Reviews 

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite review: An affordable OnePlus phone, but not the only option

Sanjay Patil, ,

In recent years, OnePlus has built a strong core in the budget segment with the Nord series, which now also has Nord CE and Nord CE Lite models on the market. The company claims that its sales numbers have been helped by the Nord range, which does not cost as much as regular OnePlus phones. But on the Nord phone you will also see the absence of the OnePlus signature without the warning slider, but you will have the option to expand the storage. Nord CE 3 Lite is the…

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The Poco F5 5G boasts a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP secondary sensor with an ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP sensor with a macro lens. Reviews 

Poco F5 5G review: A value-for-money smartphone in the crowded mid-range market

Nitin Misra, ,

The recently launched Poco F5 5G smartphone has created a strong impression in the Indian mid-range market with its impressive features. The smartphone has a powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen processor, a stunning 120Hz AMOLED display, a 64MP triple rear camera and a 5000mAh battery supported by 67W fast charging technology. Poco F5 5G price and colors The Poco F5 5G is available in two variants: the 8 + 256GB model priced at Rs 29,999 and the 12 + 256GB model priced at Rs 33,999. It comes in three attractive colors:…

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Lenovo has launched its latest Tab M9 tablet in the Indian market—featuring a stunning 9-inch HD IPS display, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos spatial audio, and powered by the MediaTek Helio G80 chipset. News Reviews 

Lenovo Tab M9 with MediaTek Helio G80 chipset launched in India: Check price and specifications here

Adarsh V.K, , , ,

Lenovo has launched its latest Tab M9 tablet in the Indian market with a 9-inch Full HD IPS display, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos surround sound, and a MediaTek Helio G80 chipset. Lenovo Tab M9 price and availability The Tab M9 is available in two color options – Frost Blue and Storm Gray at Rs 12,999 for the 4GB + 64GB variant. Buyers can find the tablet on Lenovo.com as well as popular e-commerce platforms such as Flipkart, Reliance Digital, Croma and Amazon. Lenovo Tab M9 Specifications The Lenovo…

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The Ear (2) is the first second-gen product from Nothing in the market, and in this review we tell you if the new version is a worth upgrade. News Reviews 

Nothing Ear (2) review: Compact design and comfort sound guaranteed

Febin Mathew, , ,

There is no more news about the second generation Ear TWS earbuds on the market, and although the product was released a few weeks ago, we decided to test the Ear (2) for a longer time to see its capabilities. The new Nothing Ear (2) promises better active noise cancellation, more equalizer settings and the transparent mode that everyone is looking for in TWS earphones that cost around Rs 10,000. Compared to Korva (1) and its competition, Ear (2) wants to fight it out in the premium segment, where there…

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The company has added an advanced cooling system, which includes 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fans, vector heat pipes, and liquid metal thermal grease News Reviews 

Acer Predator Helios 16 Gaming Laptop Launched in India: Price, Specifications & More

Adarsh V.K, , , ,

Taiwanese tech giant Acer has announced the launch of its new premium gaming laptop – the Acer Predator Helios 16 in India. Acer’s new gaming laptop is equipped with up to a 13th generation Intel Core i9 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 series GPU. Acer Predator Helios 16 gaming laptop: price The Acer Predator Helios 16 laptop is available for Rs 1,99,990 at store.acer.com and Acer Exclusive Stores. The new laptop is available for purchase on the company’s official website and its offline stores. Acer Predator Helios 16…

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