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Tech Wrap Aug 15: WhatsApp, Samsung's Micro RGB display, iPhone 17 series

WhatsApp tests Meta AI-powered writing assistant. Samsung brings Micro RGB display tech. Apple iPhone 17 series launch. Google NotebookLM guide. Made by Google 2025

Apple likely to launch iPhone 17 series on September 12: What to expect

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup on September 12, featuring a new 'Air' model, A19 chips, design upgrades, and enhanced AI-driven features

Samsung brings Micro RGB display tech: What is it, what makes it different

Micro RGB displays by Samsung feature micro-sized red, green, and blue LEDs, delivering improved color accuracy, AI-enhanced visuals, and better contrast than conventional TVs

Instagram: How to create an AI doppelganger with Meta's Imagine Me feature

Meta's Imagine Me on Instagram lets you turn profile photos into AI-made doubles, placing them in any setting or style with just a short prompt and quick approvals. Here's how you can do it

Samsung's maiden tri-fold may spoil Apple iPhone 17 series launch party

Samsung could debut its first tri-fold smartphone and Project Moohan XR headset around the iPhone 17 launch window, potentially stealing some of Apple's spotlight

Australian lawyer apologises for AI-generated errors in murder case

Defence lawyer Rishi Nathwani, a King's Counsel, took full responsibility for filing incorrect information in submissions in a teenager's murder case

WhatsApp: How to share pictures and videos in HD quality on Android and iOS

WhatsApp users can share pictures and videos in HD quality. Both Android and iOS users can even set the default settings to HD so they do not have to do it manually every time. Find out how

Tech recap from this week: New launches from OPPO, Vivo, Sony, Sennheiser

Lava, OPPO, Vivo, POCO, Sony, Lenovo, and Sennheiser lead this week's gadget launches. Here is a full list of new devices with specifications

Made by Google 2025: Pixel 10 series, Watch 4, Buds 2a, and more expected

Google's annual Made by Google event is set to unveil the Pixel 10 series, Gemini AI upgrades, new wearables, and other hardware innovations

WhatsApp tests Meta AI-powered writing assistant: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp is testing an AI Writing Help tool to refine tone, grammar, and structure in chats, offering secure, private suggestions in real time for select beta users

iPhone 17 Air to low-cost MacBook: Devices Apple could still launch in 2025

Apple is expected to unveil more devices in 2025, including the iPhone 17 series, M5-powered Macs, new iPads, Apple Watches, AirPods Pro 3, and updated home products

Garena Free Fire Max: August 15 redeem codes to win various in-game rewards

Garena Free Fire Max has unveiled redeem codes for August 15. Players can follow the step-by-step guide below to win exclusive in-game rewards

Google NotebookLM: How to use it for study - with real, practical workflows

Google's NotebookLM is built around AI from the start. Unlike chatbots, it does not wander off the internet; it works with what you have given it

Foxconn sees robust AI demand as second-quarter profit tops forecast

The company said artificial intelligence server revenue is expected to leap more than 170% year-on-year in the coming quarter, though it also warned of uncertainty from U.S. tariffs

Google Flights unveils new AI search tool, to roll out from next week

Announcing this, a blogpost by Google said Flight Deals is designed for flexible travellers whose primary goal is saving money on their next trip

Tech Wrap Aug 14: Vivo Vision glasses, Gemini update, LinkedIn Mini Sudoku

Vivo AR glasses to launch on August 21. Gemini learns to remember and go incognito. LinkedIn introduces Mini Sudoku. PUBG to end support on PS4, Xbox One. Photos brings creative tools

ARM Windows PCs can now download and run Xbox games locally: Know how

Windows on ARM devices, including Qualcomm chip powered PCs, can now install select Xbox games locally, reducing dependence on Xbox Cloud Gaming for smoother play

Reliance Digital India sale: MacBook Air at ₹49,990, iPhone 13 at ₹39,900

Reliance Digital has announced Digital India sale in which it is offering deals, discounts, bank offers, and no-cost EMI on several products, including Apple iPhone, MacBook Air, and Google Pixel

Apple reportedly filed patent for all-glass iPhone: Here's how it may look

Patent outlines six-sided glass enclosure with touch-sensitive displays on every surface, hinting at Apple's futuristic vision for the iPhone

Vivo's answer to Apple Vision Pro headset launches on August 21: Details

Vivo will debut the Vision Discovery Edition Glasses on August 21, featuring gesture-based controls and a design similar to Apple Vision Pro