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Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge Could Reportedly Be Powered by Exynos 2600 Chip

Samsung has been rumoured to shake up its 2026 flagship Galaxy S-series by replacing the standard and Plus variants with Galaxy S26 Pro and Galaxy S26 Edge. While details remain under wraps, new information has come to light about which processors these handsets could use. As per a report, both of them could be powered by the unannounced 2nm Exynos 2600 SoC. This is said to be due to rising chip procurement costs incurred by Samsung. Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge Chipset According to a report out of South Korea, Samsung's chip procurement costs for its DX sector increased to 29.2 percent; a jump to KRW 7.78 trillion (roughly Rs. 48,700 lakh crore) in the first half of 2025 from KRW 6.27 trillion (roughly Rs. 39,250 lakh crore) in the same period in 2024. During this period, the share of mobile application processors (AP) among the total raw material purchases was also reported to have increased from 17.1 percent to 19.9 percent, This is said to have led to increased costs...
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Google Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold Purchases Include Free Google AI Pro Subscription

Google on Wednesday launched its highly anticipated Pixel 10 series at an event hosted by Jimmy Fallon in New York. A total of four models have been launched — Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Interestingly, every new Pixel model except the base Pixel 10 comes with a complimentary bundled subscription to Google's AI Pro plan. It grants Pixel users enhanced access to the Mountain View-based tech giant's artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and tools. Google Pixel Offer According to Google, the Pixel 10 series is now available for pre-order in India and global markets, starting today. Customers who purchase the Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold will receive a complimentary 12-month subscription to the Google AI Pro plan. The offer is also valid for purchases in India, but only for the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL, as the Pixel 10 Pro Fold's availability has not been announced yet. The company says its AI Pro plan is w...

Google Pixel 10 Series Launch Event Today: How to Watch Livestream, Expected Announcements

The Made by Google event will take place later today (August 20). It is the company's annual hardware launch event where the tech giant is expected to unveil its next-generation flagship smartphones, ubiquitously known as the Pixel 10 series. Apart from this, reports also hint towards the launch of Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a at the event. Ahead of the launch, Google has begun teasing the design of two of its handsets, while leaks have also given us an idea of what to expect in terms of features and specifications from all of the upcoming products. Made by Google Event: How to Watch The Made by Google event will begin today at 1 pm ET ( 10:30 pm IST) in Brooklyn, New York. Similar to the company's previous launch events, the Pixel 10 launch event can be streamed on your phone, smart TV, or web browser. It will be live-streamed on the Google Store, the company's social media handles, and its YouTube channel. Alternatively, you can also watch the Made by Google launch eve...

Redmi 15 5G Launching Today: Know Price, Features, Specifications and More

Redmi 15 5G is all set to be launched in India today (August 19). It will arrive as a 5G-ready version of the Redmi 15 4G, which was introduced in select markets earlier this month. As part of the build-up to the handset's launch, the Xiaomi subsidiary has been teasing several details in recent days. It is confirmed to pack a 7,000mAh battery with 18W reverse wireless charging. The Redmi 15 5G will sport a 144Hz display and an AI-backed 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit. Redmi 15 5G Price in India, Availability (Expected) The official price of the Redmi 15 5G remains undisclosed. However, it is already available in select other markets, which provides us with an idea of how much the upcoming handset could cost. In Malaysia, the Redmi 15 5G price begins at MYR 729 (roughly Rs. 15,000) for the 8GB + 256GB RAM and storage variant. Therefore, the Redmi 15 5G could also be priced in India around the Rs. 15,000 mark. Once launched, it is expected to be available for purchase via Amazon ...

iPhone 17 Pro Max Leaked Frame Reportedly Hints Towards Lighter Build, Larger Battery

The iPhone 17 series is expected to be launched next month. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a new leak has shed light on the frame design and internal components of the iPhone 17 Pro Max. As per a tipster, the purported handset may transition back from titanium to aluminium for the chassis, resulting in a potentially lighter build. The leaked frame also indicates a shift in the substrate design and inclusion of a larger battery compared to the current model. iPhone 17 Pro Max Frame Design Leaked Tipster Yeux1122 shared renders of the iPhone 17 Pro Max's frame in a blog post on the South Korean platform Naver. One of the images reveals the new aluminium chassis of the handset, which replaces the titanium material that Apple currently uses on its Pro iPhone models. This change is expected to make the iPhone 17 Pro Max lighter and improve heat dissipation, but not without a trade-off. As per the tipster, the aluminium build of the purported handset will make it less scratch-resistant....

Paranthu Po Now Streaming on JioHotstar: Everything You Need to Know

After receiving widespread acclaim at the International Film Festival Rotterdam and a successful theatrical run, Paranthu Po, a movie by director Ram, is now available for streaming on the popular OTT platform JioHotstar. The film has a light-hearted parenting theme, dreams, urban life, and the bond of a father and son, as well as a blend of music, humour, and emotions. It is set to draw emotional depth and provide a family-friendly way of storytelling without getting heavy, hence the mix of comedy, which is a signature Ram style. When and Where to watch Parnathu Po? Paranthu Po is now streaming on Jio Hotstar. Cast and Crew of Paranthu Po Directed, produced, and written by Ram, along with the other producers, V Gunasekaran, V Karupuchaamy, and V Shankar. Santhosh Dhaynidhi's composition with Yuvan Shankar Rajan, the background music of whom elevates the journey's emotional beats. The stellar cast includes Shiva, Grace Anthony, Anjali, Dia, Sreeja Ravi, Mithul Ryan, Balaji Sakt...

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Renders Leaked Online Ahead of Official Launch

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is reported to launch pretty soon as the next-generation upgrade to last year's Galaxy S24 FE. The handset has been subjected to various leaks and rumours that have shed some light on its potential specifications and features. Now, a new leak has revealed the renders of the upcoming smartphone, which confirms some key elements about its design and colour options. The handset is reported to come with exclusive colour options, which were introduced with the regular Samsung Galaxy S25 series. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Renders Reveal Design, Colour Options The latest renders were shared by Android Authority, which gives us some key information about the design of the upcoming smartphone. As per the report, the handset is reported to be available in five colour options, including Black, Navy, Icy Blue, and White. Interestingly, this would be the first time the South Korean-based company will introduce a new White colour option in the Galaxy S25 series. The design rende...

Oppo K13 Turbo Pro With Built-in Cooling Fan Goes on Sale in India: Price, Offers

Oppo K13 Turbo Pro is available for purchase in India beginning today (August 15). The handset was launched in India on Monday alongside the standard Oppo K13 Turbo. Both handsets come with built-in centrifugal cooling fans, which are part of an active cooling system and aid in heat dissipation. Oppo has equipped the K13 Turbo Pro with a 1.5K AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, artificial intelligence (AI)-backed features, and a 7,000mAh battery. Oppo K13 Turbo Pro Price in India, Availability The price of Oppo K13 Turbo Pro in India starts at Rs. 37,999 for the 8GB + 256GB RAM and storage configuration. It is also available with 12GB of RAM, priced at Rs. 39,999. According to the company, the handset is available in three colour options: Midnight Maverick, Purple Phantom, and Silver Knight. The Oppo K13 Turbo Pro can be purchased via Flipkart, Oppo India e-store and mainline retail stores in India starting today. Furthermore, customers can have the handset delivered to their d...

Rapido Launches 'Ownly' Food Delivery App With a Promise of Delivering Affordable Meals Under Rs. 150

Ride-hailing platform Rapido launched a food delivery app in India on Wednesday. Named Ownly, it is reportedly a zero-commission platform that aims to provide food items at rates comparable to the offline market. According to a report, it focuses on delivering affordable food, with items such as rice and eggs priced below Rs. 100. However, the app is currently available only on the Google Play Store and serviceable in a few areas in the Bengaluru vicinity. Rapido Food Delivery App According to a TechCrunch report, Rapido carried out closed pilots of the Ownly app in select areas. It has been introduced following discussions with the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) and other bodies to negotiate terms for onboarding of restaurants on the app. With Ownly, Rapido reportedly aims to offer at least four meals, which are priced at Rs. 150 or below. It will offer food items at prices 15 percent cheaper than Swiggy and Zomato. The food delivery platform will charge restaurants a...

Perplexity Reportedly Offers to Buy Google Chrome for More Than Its Own Valuation

Artificial intelligence (AI) startup Perplexity on Tuesday launched an audacious bid to buy the Google Chrome browser in its entirety, according to a report. The Aravind Srinivas-led company is said to have offered Google $34.5 billion (roughly Rs. 3.02 lakh crore) for the rights to the world's most popular web browser, a sum which is even higher than Perplexity's own valuation. This development comes amidst the successful anti-trust case against the Alphabet-owned company for benefiting from a search monopoly and the ongoing pressure to sell. Perplexity's Offer to Buy Google Chrome According to a Bloomberg report, Perplexity aims to fund the bid with the help of investors from the outside. However, the $34.5 billion (roughly Rs. 3.02 lakh crore) offer is said to be higher than the AI startup's valuation itself. “Multiple large investment funds have agreed to finance the transaction in full”, Dmitry Shevelenko, Chief Business Officer at Perplexity told the publication. ...