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A major U.S.-based robotics company is developing extremely powerful robots capable of causing serious human injury — even breaking a human skull. A former employee has filed a lawsuit alleging he was fired after raising safety concerns. Lawsuit Filed by Former Engineer Robert Grundel, a former Principal Robotic Safety Engineer at Figure AI, has taken legal action against his former employer in a California court. Grundel claims he repeatedly warned senior management that the company’s robots were dangerously powerful. One incident in September involved a robot malfunctioning and striking a fridge with enough force to leave a deep dent on its steel door. Fortunately, no one was near the fridge at the time, or it could have led to a serious accident. Fired for Raising Concerns ...

iQOO has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the iQOO 15, in India. Packed with a next-generation 2K display, Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, triple 50MP cameras, and a massive 7000mAh battery, the device aims to redefine the premium smartphone experience. The iQOO 15 is priced at ₹72,999, but with an instant ₹7,000 bank discount, buyers can grab it for an effective price of ₹64,999. iQOO 15 Price & Availability in India 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage: ₹72,999 After ₹7,000 bank discount → ₹64,999 16GB RAM + 512GB Storage: ₹79,999 After ₹7,000 bank discount → ₹71,999 The smartphone will be available for sale from 1 December at 12 PM, both online and offline.Customers with a Priority Pass can purchase the device early, starting 27 No...

In a market where even premium flagship smartphones struggle with shortcomings months after launch, the iQOO 15 arrives as a refreshing surprise — a device that feels almost flawless in its execution. Equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a massive 7000mAh silicon-carbon battery, a triple 50MP rear camera setup, and an advanced 2K LEAD OLED display, the iQOO 15 positions itself as one of the most powerful all-rounder phones of the year. I have used the Legend White variant as my primary phone for the past two weeks. Here is a detailed breakdown of its real-world performance and whether it justifies your investment. Premium Unboxing and In-Hand Feel The iQOO 15 makes a strong first impression right out of the box. The package includes: A high-quality silicone prot...

India’s budget 5G smartphone market is bracing for a fresh wave of price hikes as the cost of key components continues to climb. Leading brands including Realme, Oppo, Xiaomi, Samsung and Lava are expected to raise prices of their entry-level 5G models, making the latest wireless technology more expensive for common users. According to The Economic Times, industry executives and market analysts warn that the rising cost of components could slow the rapid growth of India’s entry-level 5G smartphone segment. This may hurt affordability, slow subscriber additions, and eventually impact telecom companies’ revenue. Profit Margins Shrinking for Smartphone Makers The sharp increase in input costs is forcing several top manufacturers to reconsider their presence in the low-budget 5G segme...

New Delhi: The latest Aadhaar App now offers a “Selective Share” feature, allowing users to share only the specific details needed while keeping other personal information private. This is a significant step in protecting users’ privacy and reducing the risk of misuse. The official Aadhaar App, developed by UIDAI, enables citizens to access all Aadhaar-related services securely from their mobile devices. From biometric lock and unlock to verification services, the app has simplified many tasks. Among its features, Selective Share stands out by letting users choose exactly which Aadhaar details to share. Share Only What’s Needed Users no longer need to share their complete Aadhaar information. Whether it is a verification process or a service that requires identity confirmation, yo...

If your smart TV keeps pausing, freezing, or buffering while watching movies, videos, or web series—even with fast internet—the problem may not be with your WiFi or internet provider. In many cases, the issue lies within your TV’s internal settings. A few simple adjustments can dramatically improve your streaming experience. Here are the key settings you should check and fix. 1. Switch to the Correct WiFi Bandwidth If your TV is connected to a 2.4GHz WiFi band, it may struggle to stream high-quality content because this band is often crowded and slower.Switch your TV to the 5GHz WiFi band, which provides: Faster speed Less interference Smooth HD/4K playback Multiple devices connected to the same network can also reduce available bandwidth. By shifting your TV to a diffe...

A new wave of cyber fraud is spreading rapidly across India, with online scammers specifically targeting women by posing as foreign professionals and luring them with the promise of marriage and expensive gifts. The latest case has emerged from Uttar Pradesh, where a young woman fell victim to this elaborate trap. A New Form of Online Fraud on the Rise According to cybercrime experts, fraudsters are now using social media platforms to befriend women, send them seemingly luxurious gifts, and then blackmail them for money. These scams have increased sharply over the past few months, affecting women and young girls across the country. Cyber expert Ajay Singh warns that thousands to lakhs of rupees are being siphoned off through this technique, and multiple new cases are being reporte...

Google has officially launched its next-generation AI image model, Nano Banana Pro, and it is now being rolled out globally. Built on the newly released Gemini 3, the upgraded model promises dramatically better image creation, refined editing capabilities, superior text rendering and deeper real-world understanding. A Major Leap Over the Previous Nano Banana Nano Banana Pro is significantly more advanced than the earlier Nano Banana (Gemini 2.5 Flash). It has stronger world knowledge, improved reasoning, enhanced precision and gives users more granular control while designing or editing images. Google expects Nano Banana Pro to create a wave similar to the massive popularity enjoyed by its predecessor on social media. Sundar Pichai Confirms Launch Google CEO Sundar Pichai an...

Bengaluru: BSNL appears to be playing a stealthy game with its customers. While the company has not increased the prices of its prepaid recharge plans, many of them have effectively become more expensive. This is because BSNL has reduced the validity of several popular plans, resulting in an implicit tariff hike of up to 20%. The Hidden Price IncreaseAmid ongoing reports of tariff hikes expected from telecom operators starting 1 December, BSNL’s move could negatively impact its customers. Despite previously assuring users that it would not raise plan prices, the government-owned telecom company has quietly shortened the validity period of its prepaid plans, making them costlier per day of service. Some affected plans include: ₹99 Plan: Previously offered unlimited calls and 50MB ...

New Delhi: Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced a new prepaid plan priced at ₹548, offering 84 days of validity. Designed primarily for users who require long-term calling with minimal data usage, the plan includes unlimited voice calls, 100 free SMS per day, and 7GB of mobile data for the entire validity period. Affordable Plan Ahead of Expected Tariff Hike With reports indicating that telecom companies may increase prepaid tariffs from 1 December 2025, Vi’s latest plan comes as a relief for customers seeking an economical long-validity option. The pack is positioned as a calling-centric plan and costs less than ₹550, making it a practical choice for users who need extended validity without heavy data consumption. Daily Cost Less Than ₹7 The ₹548 plan essentially offers all benef...