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Krafton Acquires Controlling Stake in Real Cricket Developer Nautilus Mobile for Rs. 118 Crore

PUBG: Battlegrounds maker Krafton has acquired Pune-based developer Nautilus Mobile for Rs. 118 crore, the company announced Friday. Nautilus is known for its Real Cricket franchise and represents Kraftons first acquisition in India.

28 Mar 2025 8:37 pm
UAE Plans to Launch Digital Dirham CBDC, Integrated Wallet in Q4 2025

The UAE is among many nations that is preparing to launch its CBDC in the future. Earlier this week, the Central Bank of the UAE said its Digital Dirham CBDC will be launched for retail use later this year. The CBUAE said that the digital dirham will be able to facilitate tokenisation and expand access to liquidity through fractionalisation.

28 Mar 2025 8:30 pm
CMF by Nothing Hints at New Products With Pokemon Teasers; CMF Phone 2 Could Launch Soon

Nothing or its sub-brand CMF may bring a new smartphone to the Indian market soon. The UK brand has posted teasers on social media, indicating the arrival of new products. Through its India X handle, Nothing has shared a Pokemon teaser featuring Bulbasaur. Although the company has not confirmed the moniker yet, it is largely being speculated that the CMF Phone 2 could break cover soon. Meanwhile, CMF is expected to unveil new audio and wearable products as well.

28 Mar 2025 7:37 pm
Google NotebookLM Upgraded With Mind Maps Feature and Output Language Selector

Google NotebookLM is getting a couple of new features to offer newer ways of interacting with the artificial intelligence (AI) platform. The most notable feature is Mind Maps, which creates a flow chart of the concepts discussed in the content source and allows users to visualise connections between different concepts.

28 Mar 2025 7:32 pm
Ghibli-Themed Tokens Spark Memecoin Frenzy Amid Surge in Anime AI Art Trend on Social Media

Since OpenAIs Sam Altman unveiled an AI image feature for ChatGPT-4o, memecoins inspired by the Studio Ghibli anime AI art trend have swarmed the crypto market. Leading the charge is Ghiblification (GHIBLI), a Solana-based token that soared to prominence with a market valuation of $31.24 million (roughly Rs. 266 crore) as of Friday, March 28, according to CoinMarketCap

28 Mar 2025 7:17 pm
Apple's Foldable iPhone to Sport Display With Same Aspect Ratio as iPad Models, Tipster Claims

Apple's foldable iPhone is reportedly in development, and its display details, including its aspect ratio, have been leaked by a tipster on Weibo. The device's dimensions were previously leaked by the same source, who now claims that the foldable iPhone could support apps designed for the iPad.

28 Mar 2025 7:14 pm
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown to Release on Android, iOS Platforms on April 14

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crownwas initially released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S in January 2024 and came to Windows via Steam in August last year. Now, Ubisoft is set to bring the action-adventure game to mobile users. Next month, Price of Persia: The Lost Crown Mobile will be available for both Android and iOS users.

28 Mar 2025 7:01 pm
Light Phone 3 With OLED Display, 1,800mAh Battery and Minimalist Design Launched: Price, Specifications

Light Phone 3 waslaunched in the US on Thursday. The latest minimalist handset from the brand is designed to assist users in disconnecting from social media and other distractions. It comes with basic features like support for calls, texts, navigation, alarms and more. Although previous iterations had very basic features, the Phone 3 has a 3.92-inch AMOLED display and runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4450.

28 Mar 2025 6:16 pm
Honor Play 60 Price, Design, Colours, Key Features Surface Online; May Use a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC

Honor Play 60 could soon be unveiled alongside anHonor Play 60m variant in China. The upcoming smartphone has been spotted on a certification website. The listing suggests the expected design, price, and colour options, as well as RAM and storage configurations of the purported smartphone. Meanwhile, key features of the phone have been shared in the listing as well.

28 Mar 2025 5:40 pm
iQOO Z10 Price in India Teased Ahead of April 11 Launch; to Get Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC

iQOO Z10 is set to be unveiled in India on April 11. The company has already revealed the design, colour options, and several key features of the handset ahead of the launch. Now, iQOO has also officially announced the price segment of the smartphone and its chipset details. TheiQOO Z10 is confirmed to be equipped with aSnapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC.

28 Mar 2025 5:31 pm
Vivo X200 Ultra Confirmed to Feature Dedicated Camera Control Button; Design Teased

Vivo X200 Ultra is confirmed to launch in China soon. As we wait for the formal reveal, a company executive has posted a new teaser on social media, revealing the design. The image compares Vivo X200 Ultra's thickness with the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The Vivo X100 Ultra's successor will have a dedicated camera button like the latest iPhone 16 series. The Vivo X200 Ultra is tipped to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and pack a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera.

28 Mar 2025 5:25 pm
Facebook Introduces Friends Tab Without Recommended Content as Part of 'OG' Revamp

Facebook is launching a 'Friends' tab to display posts, stories, reels, birthdays, and friend requests from your connections, free of recommended posts. Similar to Instagram's Following and Close Friends feeds, this feature marks the first of several OG updates Facebook plans to introduce in the coming months, enhancing the user experience.

28 Mar 2025 5:01 pm
Hogwarts Legacy Story Expansion Reportedly Cancelled as Part of Warner Bros. Games Restructuring

Warner Bros. reportedly cancelled a planned expansion for Hogwarts Legacy, its biggest gaming hit in recent years, as part of restructuring efforts at its games division. The DLC was targeting a 2025 release and would have added story content to the action-adventure game, a new Bloomberg report has claimed.

28 Mar 2025 4:56 pm
Portronics Beem 520 Smart LED Projector With 2,200 Lumens Brightness, In-Built OTT Apps Launched in India

Portronics Beem 520 smart LED projector was launched in India on Friday. It comes with output capability in 720p HD native resolution, support for up to 4K Ultra-HD, and 2,200 lumens brightness. The projector arrives with in-built OTT apps like Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, Netflix, and YouTube for streaming content.

28 Mar 2025 4:16 pm
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 Star Wars-Themed Limited Edition TWS Earphones Launched: Price, Features

Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2TWS earphoneswere launched in the US earlier this year. The company has now unveiled the headsets in four new Star Wars-inspired colourways, ahead of the Sar Wars Celebration 2025 in Japan. Apart from the new colours, Star Wars-themed inscriptions and packaging, the limited edition comes with similar features as the standardversion.

28 Mar 2025 3:48 pm
Urban Harmonic 2080 2.1 Channel Soundbar With 80W Output, 3D Surround Sound Launched in India

Urban has unveiled its new Harmonic 2080 soundbar in India. The latest 2.1 channel soundbar from the tech brand comes with a wired subwooferand has an 80W output. Offered in a single black colour, the Harmonic 2080 soundbar offers multiple connectivity options for easy usage. It has 3D surround sound, four dedicated EQ modes, and touch controls. The Urban Harmonic 2080 soundbar has Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

28 Mar 2025 2:37 pm
YouTube Is Testing New System for Reducing Notifications from Infrequently Watched Channels

Google has announced that it is testing a new system for YouTube which reduces notifications received from subscribed channels which arent watched anymore. On YouTube, users can set the notification setting to All which makes sure they stay up to date with all the ongoing activities from their preferred channels via push notifications.

28 Mar 2025 2:32 pm
Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic With Improved Drop Performance for Mobile Devices Launched

Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic is the newest addition to the company's mobile device display protection materials. Claimed to offer superior drop performance on rough surfaces compared to competitors, this protective material is set to debut on smartphones in the coming months. Already known for supplying Apple with Ceramic Shield for iPhones, Corning will soon enable Android smartphone manufacturers to offer improved drop protection for their handsets.

28 Mar 2025 2:27 pm
Google Rolling Out New Features Across Its Platforms to Help Users Plan Vacations

Google announced the rollout of several new features across its platforms on Thursday. Some of these features are powered by artificial intelligence (AI), while others are regular updates and language expansions. The Mountain View-based tech giant said that all of these features are aimed at helping users better plan their vacations and trips.

28 Mar 2025 2:26 pm
Oppo Find X8s, Find X8s+ to Get MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ SoCs; Other Features Revealed Ahead of Launch

Oppo Find X8s series will be unveiled in China alongside the Oppo X8 Ultra variant on April 10. The company has previously teased some details about the Find X8s lineup, which will include a base and a Plus version. Now, several key features of theFind X8s andFind X8s+ such as the chipset, battery, operating system and IP ratings, have been revealed.

28 Mar 2025 2:15 pm
OnePlus China President Hints at Upcoming Compact Flagship; OnePlus 13T Renders Leaked Online

Louis Lee, the President of OnePlus China, has hinted at the arrival of a compact flagship phone. Engaging with social media followers, Lee sought their preferences for a small-screen flagship, suggesting that the company is actively developing such a model. The OnePlus 13T is likely to go official next month with a 6.3-inch display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, and a 6,200mAh battery.

28 Mar 2025 2:12 pm
Realme 14 Pro+ Review: Plenty of Refinements

Realme 14 Pro+ comes with an improved design over its predecessor. It sports a quad-curved display, telephoto periscope sensor, improved IP rating, and a unique rear design. It gets a slightly better Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC and a large 6,000mAh battery. The refinements make it a solid mid-range phone. Read our review to find out if the Realme 14 Pro+ is a good buy.

28 Mar 2025 12:15 pm
OpenAI to Add Support for Anthropics Model Context Protocol to Connect ChatGPT With External Data Hubs

OpenAI, the San Francisco-based AI firm, is adding support for Anthropics open-source Model Context Protocol (MCP) across its products. Company CEO Sam Altman announced on Wednesday that the Agents software development kit (SDK) is now offering MCP support, and several other products in the pipeline will soon adopt it as well.

28 Mar 2025 12:09 pm
Realme 14 5G With Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 SoC, Bypass Charging Launched: Price, Features

Realme 14 5Ghas been unveiled in select global markets. The handset is powered by aSnapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset paired with 12GB RAM. It is backed by a 6,000mAh battery with 45W SuperVOOC charging and bypass charging support. The smartphone is equipped with a dedicated GT Boost mode to improve gaming experience. It is said to support up to 120fps frame rate for smooth gameplay.

28 Mar 2025 12:05 pm
Vivo X200 Ultra Confirmed to Include Two Dedicated Imaging Chips; Camera Samples Teased

Vivo X200 Ultra will be unveiled in China soon as a successor to last year'sVivo X100 Ultra. Shortly after confirming the launch timeline,Vivo posted new teasers highlighting the features of the company's next flagship, which will feature two dedicated imaging chips. The brand has also shared camera samples of the upcoming phone. The Vivo X200 Ultra is tipped to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and pack a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera.

28 Mar 2025 12:02 pm
OTT Releases This Week (Mar 24 - Mar 30): Jewel Thief, Viduthalai 2, Mufasa: The Lion King, and More

Streaming platforms are rolling out a fresh lineup of films and series this weekend. Action, thrillers, horror, and dramatheres something for every viewer. Jewel Thief delivers a gripping heist story, Viduthalai 2 explores political unrest, and Mufasa brings Disney magic. Psychological thrillers like Holland and horror mysteries like Sabdham add to the excitemen...

28 Mar 2025 11:43 am
Google to Ramp Up Android Security With New Features for App Developers

Google is introducing measures to combat malicious and fraudulent apps on the Play Store. These include improved pre-review checks for developers, enhancing the Play Integrity API to block harmful apps outside the store, and expanded live threat detection to spot fake financial apps. Additionally, new badges will validate specific app categories, to ensure greater security and transparency.

28 Mar 2025 11:33 am
OnePlus 12R, OnePlus Nord 4 and Pad 2 Receive Latest OxygenOS 15 Update With March Security Patch in India

OnePlus is rolling out the latest version of OxygenOS 15 for the OnePlus 12R, OnePlus Nord 4, and the OnePlus Pad 2 in India, the company announced via separate posts on its community forum on Wednesday. It brings more customisation options and improved security measures. It also bundles the March 2025 Android security patch.

28 Mar 2025 11:22 am
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series Price and Specifications Leaked Ahead of Launch

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE series has been rumoured to be in development for some time now. A latest report has spilled the beans on the expected pricing and specifications of the tablets. Both models are said to be powered by Samsung Foundrys Exynos 1580 SoC and may support 45W wired charging.

28 Mar 2025 10:54 am
Study Finds grey Seals Can Track Blood Oxygen to Prevent Drowning

A study has revealed that grey seals can monitor their blood oxygen levels to determine when they need to surface for air. Researchers tested seals in controlled environments, exposing them to different oxygen and carbon dioxide levels. The findings confirmed that higher oxygen led to longer dives, while reduced oxygen shortened them. Surprisingly, increased carbon dioxide had no effect on dive times. Experts believe this discovery provides new insights into marine mammal physiology and could he

27 Mar 2025 10:19 pm
Robinhood OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Nithiins Heist Comedy

Robinhood, a Telugu heist comedy starring Nithiin and Sreeleela, is set to hit cinemas on March 28. The film follows a thief who takes on an unexpected role as a protector. Directed by Venky Kudumula and produced under Mythri Movie Makers, the film has locked its OTT deal with Zee5. It will also have its world television premiere on Zee Telugu. The official digital release date is yet to be announced, but updates will follow after its box office run.

27 Mar 2025 10:18 pm
Ring Ring Ring Now Streaming: Where to Watch Praveen Rajs Tamil Comedy-Drama Online

The Tamil comedy-drama Ring Ring, starring Praveen Raj, is arriving on Aha Tamil for its digital premiere on March 21, 2025. Directed by Shakthivel, the film follows a group of friends whose game night takes an unexpected turn when personal secrets come to light. The movie, which received mixed reviews in theatres, is now ready to reach a wider audience through streaming. Featuring Vivek Prasanna, Sakshi Agarwal, and Daniel Annie Pope, the film offers an engaging mix of drama, humour, and twists

27 Mar 2025 10:18 pm
Den of Thieves 2: Pantera OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch it Online?

Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, the sequel to the 2018 heist thriller, lands on Lionsgate Play on March 28. Directed by Christian Gudegast, the film follows Donnie Wilson as he joins a European gang for a high-stakes diamond heist. Gerard Butler reprises his role as Nick OBrien, leading an intense pursuit across Europe. With gripping action and unexpected twists, the film explores crime and deception in the underworld. After a theatrical release in January, the film now reaches streaming audiences, o

27 Mar 2025 10:17 pm
Japans Universal Memory Breakthrough Reduces Energy, Boosts Speed

Scientists in Japan have developed a new type of universal memory that could revolutionise computing. Their improved MRAM technology overcomes previous energy limitations by using a multiferroic heterostructure with a vanadium layer for stability. This allows for faster data processing while significantly reducing power consumption, making future computing devices more efficient and durable

27 Mar 2025 10:16 pm
Chinas Kill Mesh Threatens US Satellites, Space Force Warns

The US Space Force has raised concerns over Chinas advanced space warfare system, Kill Mesh, which poses significant threats to US satellites. Speaking at the McAleese Defense Programs Conference, General Michael Guetlein emphasized the need for stronger space defenses as adversaries like China and Russia demonstrate new orbital military capabilities, including satellite grappling and electronic warfare. The Space Force is responding with enhanced infrastructure and the Golden Dome initiative to

27 Mar 2025 10:15 pm
New Study Challenges Claims of Vast Underground Water on Mars

Mars water history remains a mystery as new research questions the claim that vast amounts of water are stored beneath its surface. A study led by Bruce Jakosky argues that previous estimates of Mars mid-crust being saturated with liquid water may be inaccurate. The findings challenge earlier interpretations of seismic data from NASAs InSight mission, suggesting that Mars subsurface may contain ice or empty pore spaces instead. Future missions will be crucial in determining the true extent of wa

27 Mar 2025 10:15 pm
Asgard Archaea May Hold the Key to the Origins of Eukaryotic Life, New Study Suggests

Asgard archaea, a group of single-celled organisms, may hold clues to the evolution of eukaryotic cells. Researchers at ETH Zurich have identified cytoskeletal proteins similar to those in eukaryotes, challenging the traditional three-domain model of life. Their findings suggest these microbes might have enabled key interactions that led to complex life

27 Mar 2025 10:14 pm
SpaceX Sets Falcon 9 Reuse Record with NROL-57 Launch from Vandenberg

SpaceXs Falcon 9 launched the classified NROL-57 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base, marking the shortest turnaround between launches for a reused booster at just over nine days. The first stage had previously carried NASAs SPHEREx and PUNCH probes. This mission is part of the National Reconnaissance Offices proliferated architecture, which aims to enhance space-based intelligence capabilities with smaller, resilient satellites. The rockets first stage landed back at Vandenberg, further de

27 Mar 2025 10:12 pm
Poco F7 Ultra With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC Launched Alongside Poco F7 Pro: Price, Specifications

Poco F7 Ultra was launched in select global markets on Thursday alongside the Poco F7 Pro. The new Poco F7 series smartphones flaunts a 6.67-inch WQHD+ display with up to 3200 nits of peak brightness. The Poco F7 Pro runs on Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, while the Ultra version has a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset under the hood. The Poco F7 Ultra has a 5,300mAh battery, whereas the Poco F7 Pro carries a 6,000mAh battery unit.

27 Mar 2025 5:38 pm
The Witcher 4 Will Not Release Before 2027, CD Projekt Red Says

The Witcher 4, the next entry in CD Projekt Reds acclaimed action-RPG series, might not release until 2027 at the earliest, the studio said at its earnings call on Tuesday. The Polish developer does not expect the game to be released by the end of next year.

27 Mar 2025 5:20 pm
Samsung Handheld Gaming Device With Foldable Display Spotted in Design Patent

Samsung recently unveiled the Flex Gaming Console, a concept foldable gaming device, at MWC 2025, and a new design patent has revealed another foldable concept: a handheld gaming console with an extendable display that transforms into a larger screen.

27 Mar 2025 4:22 pm
Samsung will Cross 100 Million Mark with New Galaxy A-Series: Akshay Rao, General Manager, MX Business at Samsung India

With the recently launched Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A26, Samsung is planning to reach the magical number of 100 million this year. In an exclusive conversation with Gadgets360, Akshay Rao, General Manager, MX Business at Samsung India, revealed that the brand is hopeful that the new series will provide a good value-for-money proposition to the customers and ...

27 Mar 2025 4:22 pm
Vivo Y39 5G With Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC and 6,500mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Vivo Y39 5Gwas launched in India on Thursday. The phone becomes the latest addition to the company's Y series lineup and is powered by Qualcomm's 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, paired with up to 256GB inbuilt storage. It gets an IP54 rating against dust and water ingress while the company claims it has also passed environmental tests, helping it achieve Military Grade Resistance and SGS certification. The Vivo Y39 5G gets a 50-megapixel Sony HD rear camera, coupled with an AI Night Mode featu

27 Mar 2025 4:00 pm
Google Play Store Blocks 17 Unregistered Crypto Exchanges in South Korea, Apple May Follow

Google Play has restricted access to 17 foreign crypto exchanges in South Korea, including KuCoin, in compliance with a regulatory directive. These exchanges can no longer be installed on Android devices within the country. The move aligns with South Koreas efforts to regulate the digital asset market and enforce compliance among overseas platforms.

27 Mar 2025 3:57 pm
Alibaba Qwen 2.5 Omni AI Model With Real-Time Speech Generation Released

Alibabas Qwen team released a new artificial intelligence (AI) model in the Qwen 2.5 family on Wednesday. Dubbed Qwen 2.5 Omni, it is a flagship-tier end-to-end multimodal model. The company claims it can process a wide range of inputs, including text, images, audio, and videos, while generating real-time text and natural speech responses.

27 Mar 2025 3:47 pm
Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Galaxy M06 5G With MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy M16 5G and Galaxy M06 5G have been launched in India. The new Galaxy M series smartphones run on MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipsets and feature 5,000mAh batteries. The Galaxy M16 5G features a triple rear camera unit led by a 50-megapixel primary sensor, while the Galaxy M06 5G has a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup. The Galaxy M16 5G is confirmed to get six years of Android upgrades.

27 Mar 2025 3:43 pm
Canon PowerShot V1 and EOS R50 V for Video Creators Launched: Price, Specifications

Canon PowerShot V1 and EOS R50 V were launched on Wednesday. The new cameras are aimed at fulfilling the needs of video creators, helping them enhance their visual storytelling. Canon says the PowerShot V1 is a lightweight and compact point-and-shoot camera equipped with a redesigned grip for normal and selfie shooting.

27 Mar 2025 3:41 pm
iPhone 17 Series to Reportedly Get 8K Video Recording Support

With Apple struggling to deliver Apple Intelligence features on time, the company now seems to have moved its efforts on delivering a much-awaited visual overhaul for its iOS operating system. Keeping things exciting till September this year will also be some new designs for its Pro models which are said to have rear panels made of metal and glass. And now, theres information about 8K video recording making it to the feature list as well.

27 Mar 2025 3:12 pm
OpenAI Close to Finalising $40 Billion SoftBank-Led Funding

OpenAI is close to finalising a $40 billion (roughly Rs.3,43,265 crore) funding round. SoftBank will be leading this investment.

27 Mar 2025 2:46 pm