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Microsoft Edge gets Copilot Mode as AI browser race intensifies: What's new

Microsoft Edge's new Copilot Mode brings AI-powered tools into the browser, enabling users to search, summarise, and complete tasks with optional voice input

One UI 8 prevents bootloader unlock on Samsung Galaxy phones: What it means

With One UI 8, Samsung is reportedly disabling bootloader unlock on its Galaxy smartphones, potentially ending support for custom ROMs and deeper Android customisation

Garena Free Fire Max: July 29 redeem codes to win diamonds, skins, and more

Garena Free Fire Max has released redeem codes for July 29. The detailed guide below can be followed to redeem today's codes

Musk's Neuralink chip enables paralysed woman to write, draw using her mind

Neuralink is a brain-computer interface company founded by Elon Musk in 2016 that uses a tiny chip implant in the brain to enable it to send neural signals to some external device

Tech Wrap July 28: Redmi Redmi Note 14 SE, Perplexity's Mac app, AI Mode

Redmi Note 14 SE 5G debuts. Perplexity's Mac app gains MCP integration. Google rolls out AI Mode shortcut. PoP Sands of Time remake may arrive early. iPad Pro 2025. Apple may unveil new TV 4K and Home

Starlink to have 2 mn customers in India, offer 200 mbps speed: MoS Telecom

Union Minister says Starlink will be limited to 2 million users in India, offer 200 Mbps, and won't affect telecom services due to high costs and focus on rural, remote areas

Android earthquake alert: Google admits algorithm-driven system limitations

Despite being designed to warn users seconds before earth shaking, Google's quake alert system failed during a major disaster in Turkey in 2023. Here's what went wrong and what's changed

Meta builds gesture-based wristband for hands-free device control: Report

Meta's sEMG wristband detects muscle signals to enable gesture-based computer control, helping users with motor disabilities interact with digital systems non-invasively and on the move

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE phone with One UI 8 is in the works: What to expect

Reportedly, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE will stick to the same storage options as S24 FE, but bring updated colours from the S25 lineup, including Jet Black, Navy, and Icy Blue

Perplexity's Mac app can now perform system tasks using MCP: What it means

Perplexity's Mac app now supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling it to access system tools like Apple Notes, Calendar, and Google Drive via connectors, and execute tasks on your behalf

Apple's next-gen TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2 likely coming later this year

Apple is reportedly gearing up to refresh its smart home lineup with new Apple TV and HomePod Mini models, though the anticipated Home hub device may be delayed

Google adds 'AI Mode' option upfront on Android Search widget: Details here

Reportedly, the new AI Mode shortcut in the Google Search widget is now available on most Android phones, expanding access beyond Pixel devices

Brave and AdGuard join Signal in blocking Microsoft's Recall feature

More apps are blocking Microsoft's Recall feature over privacy concerns, with Brave and AdGuard following Signal's lead in restricting screenshot access

AI agents are here: What they are capable of and where things can go wrong

ChatGPT launched the chatbot era in November 2022, but despite its huge popularity the conversational interface limited what could be done with the technology

Prince of Persia: Sands of Time game remake may debut earlier than expected

The delayed Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake might finally see the light sooner than expected, as Ubisoft hints at an earlier release during its annual general meeting

Apple iPad Pro 2025: M5 chip to dual front cameras, check expected upgrades

Apple's next iPad Pro could bring major internal upgrades - new chip, improved connectivity, and more - while keeping its sleek design. Here's what to expect

Garena Free Fire Max: July 28 redeem codes to win skins, diamonds, and more

Garena Free Fire Max has revealed redeem codes for July 28. Players can follow the step-by-step guide below to redeem today's codes

DeepMind finds its India accent where AI trains in culture, not just code

Google DeepMind expects artificial general intelligence (AGI) within four to five years, with significant AI development being driven from its expanding India operations

Why Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis calls Meta's AI poaching 'rational'

Demis Hassabis says Meta's aggressive AI hiring strategy is logical for a firm trailing in the race, but insists mission-not money-should drive cutting-edge AI work

Meta clashes with Apple, Google as US states push age verification laws

In 2025, Utah, Texas, and Louisiana passed laws requiring tech firms to verify users' ages, get parental consent for minors, and shield them from harmful online content