Author: Punit Panchal

New Delhi: BGMI (Battleground Mobile India) developer Krafton has recently announced and unveiled its latest India-focused fund worth up to Rs 6,000 crore in partnership with Naver and Mirae Asset. This fund will aim to lead technology companies across Asia, with India at the centre of its investment strategy. The Krafton-Naver-MiraeAsset Unicorn Growth Investment Fund is set to begin operations in January next year with an initial size of over Rs 3,000 crore. Krafton will contribute Rs 1,230 crores as its initial investment, with the remaining funds coming from its partners and external investors. Mirae Asset Venture India will manage…

New Delhi: OnePlus has built an impressive reputation with its most popular R series as the go-to choice for those seeking flagship performance without the premium price tag that all of the users wanted. The OnePlus 15R continues this tradition, positioning itself between the ultra-premium number series and the budget-conscious market. After extensive testing, here’s whether this phone lives up to the hype. Now what’s get in the box the OnePlus 15R arrives in the signature red packaging with everything user need: the phone itself, a matching soft case, an 80-watt SuperVOOC fast charger, a Type-A to Type-C cable, and…

New Delhi: Samsung has recently announced that its SmartThings platform is now going to support Matter 1.5, with this latest rollout beginning this month itself, and Matter-compatible cameras from partner brands expected from March 2026. The update also expands SmartThings existing Matter device support, which already includes lights, door locks, switches, and sensors, by adding cameras. SmartThings is Samsung’s smart home platform and application that lets users connect and manage a range of devices such as lights, cameras, appliances, and sensors from a single application on a phone, tablet, and select smart home appliances. Samsung SmartThings Becomes the Industry’s First…

New Delhi: Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has recently launched its Redmi Note 15 series in selected global markets, which includes the Redmi Note 15, Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G. The brand revealed that the Redmi Note 15 will be unveiled in India on January 6, along with the separate Redmi Note 15 5G 108 MasterPixel Edition. Now the company has also confirmed that the key specifications of the device include its processor and display details. The dedicated microsite on the Amazon for the upcoming Redmi Note 15 5G has now revealed that the device will…

New Delhi: Adobe has recently announced a multi-year strategic partnership with the AI video startup Runway to develop and deliver advanced generative video capabilities for creators, brands, and studios. With this, Runway’s latest and most advanced video generation models will be integrated into Adobe’s creative ecosystem. The collaboration is marked by the early access to Runway’s new Gen-4.5 model in the Adobe Firefly application. Runway generative video innovation, combined with Adobe’s trusted pro workflows, will help creators and brands expand their creative potential and meet the growing demands of modern content and media production. With this deal, Adobe is also…

New Delhi: Samsung has officially and finally announced its latest Exynos 2600 as its latest flagship-grade mobile SoC, part of its in-house silicon efforts. The newest processor is touted as not only Samsung’s but the world’s first built on a 2nm process with the advanced GAA technology. Exynos is claimed to combine CPU, GPU, and NPU into a single compact chip for an enhanced AI and gaming experience. Exynos 2600 is expected to debut early next year, most likely in the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. The Exynos chipset sits above the Exynos 2600 as the newest mobile processor flagship device.…

New Delhi: Google has recently announced its latest Pixel Upgrade Program for India, introducing a financing and exchange model that enables users to upgrade to the latest Pixel smartphone every year. The programme is aimed at lowering the upfront cost of the Pixel phones while offering a structured path to regular upgrades, starting at a monthly payment of Rs 3,333. Launched on December 19, the Pixel Upgrade Program is available across select retail stores in India and will run until June 30, 2026. Google is also offering the scheme in partnership with Cashify, Bajaj Finance and HDFC Bank. Under the…

New Delhi: Google has started rolling out two latest updates to the Gemini application that enhance how users work with images and verify AI-generated content. One update allows users to prompt Gemini by drawing directly on images, eliminating the need to explain every detail in text. Google is also extending its SynthID to videos, making it possible to check whether a video or its audio was created or edited using Google AI. The first upgrade focuses on image prompting and reduces the need for long written instructions. When an image is added to the prompt box and tapped, the latest…

New Delhi: Realme has recently confirmed that it is going to unveil its Realme 16 Pro series in India soon. The series will likely comprise two models: Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+. The company has recently announced that the series will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and will be offered in the Master Gold and Master Grey colour options. Realme has also teased the additional colours, Orchid Purple and Camellia Pink. The company has also confirmed design collaboration with the Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa. According to some sources, key specifications of the Realme 16 Pro+ have…

New Delhi: OpenAI has recently rolled out an application directory within ChatGPT, turning the service into a more application-centric platform across iOS, Android, and the web. The latest section functions like an in-app store, enabling users to connect third-party services directly to ChatGPT and carry out tasks without leaving the chat interface. According to the company, these applications add external context and enable actions such as booking travel, managing files, or creating documents from prompts. The directory is organised into categories such as Featured, Lifestyle, and Productivity, and includes integrations with services like Booking.com, Spotify, and Dropbox. Users can connect…