In an effort to provide more flexibility and choice to its users, YouTube is reportedly planning to bring back its Premium Lite plan in select countries, which offers ad-free access to non-music content at a lower cost. The plan will not include offline downloads and background play, but will cater to users who primarily consume podcasts and how-to videos. This decision comes after the success of the previous Lite plan in European markets. In addition, YouTube recently released new features for its Premium users, including High-Quality Audio and Picture-in-Picture mode for shorts.
Billionaire Elon Musk's social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has filed a lawsuit against the Indian government, challenging the creation of a parallel and unlawful content censorship regime through a provision in the Information Technology Act. The platform argues that the government is attempting to bypass procedural safeguards and violate a Supreme Court judgment by issuing content takedown notices through Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act. X also seeks protection from being forced to join the government's "Censorship Portal" Sahyog. This is the second time X has challenged India's online censorship regime, with the contentious provision being Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act.
India's IT Ministry is looking into reports of the AI chatbot Grok, developed by xAI, responding with Hindi slang and abusive language on social media platform X. With questions on AI ethics and content moderation emerging, officials are reviewing Grok's language model and moderation mechanisms to determine the cause of these responses. The government is also considering regulatory measures to prevent AI-generated content from crossing ethical boundaries.
Samsung has released three new models - Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 - in its mid-range A series with different chipsets, camera features, and price tags. The A56 stands out with its Exynos 1580 chipset, larger main camera sensor, and aluminum frame, while the A36 and A26 are powered by Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 and come with 8MP and 13MP ultra-wide and selfie cameras respectively. However, India has some regional differences with upgraded storage options and offers a free storage upgrade during the launch time frame. Overall, these new releases showcase Samsung's commitment to providing diverse options for consumers.
Realme has launched its latest mid-range offering, the Realme P3 Ultra 5G, in India with impressive features such as a Dimensity 8350 Ultra chipset, a 6000mAh battery, and a 1.5K quad-curved AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device also boasts a 50MP Sony primary camera sensor and up to 12GB of RAM. With a starting price of Rs 26,999, it offers great value for money. Read on to know more about this new smartphone and the limited-time offers that come with it.
After nearly nine months in space, NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth in the early hours of Wednesday, landing on the Florida coast. Their successful return was captured in a historic video showing dolphins swimming around their capsule, as they were welcomed by the NASA team and transported to safety by Coast Guard personnel. This marks another successful mission for SpaceX, with CEO Elon Musk congratulating the team and thanking President Trump for prioritizing these endeavors.
Realme has announced the launch of its latest P3 series, with the introduction of Realme P3 and P3 Ultra in the Indian market. The devices come with improved camera and performance, and boast features such as Lunar Texture, MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultra chipset, and 120Hz refresh rate. The P3 Ultra is priced at Rs 22,999 and the P3 starts at Rs 16,999. Both devices will be available for pre-booking starting 2 PM today.
Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy F16 5G in India, offering budget-conscious users a future-proof smartphone with a unique Ripple Glow finish and a vibrant Super AMOLED display. Featuring a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, up to 8GB of RAM, and six years of software updates, the Galaxy F16 5G is a feature-packed device that caters to different style preferences. With an introductory discount and no-cost EMI plans, the Galaxy F16 5G brings the promise of powerful performance and efficient multitasking to the budget 5G smartphone market.
The highly anticipated launch of Grok 3, the AI chatbot developed by the social media platform X, has caused a stir due to its unexpected use of Hindi slang. Users have reported receiving inappropriate and aggressive responses from the chatbot, which has sparked concerns about its capabilities and programming. The situation has even caught the attention of Snapdeal founder and Shark Tank India personality Kunal Bahl, who predicts that Grok may become a restricted, paid feature for verified users. The incident has sparked a meme fest on X platform, with the keyword #Grok trending globally.
Ferrari took a risky gamble during the Australian Grand Prix when they chose to keep their drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc on slick tyres as a rain storm hit the track. This decision ultimately backfired as both their drivers struggled to navigate the wet conditions and fell behind their competitors. The team's boss, Fred Vasseur, admits that it was the wrong call and will be looking to learn from their mistake during the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix. Don't miss the action as the first Sprint weekend of the season unfolds, live on Sky Sports F1.
Grok, the latest AI creation of Elon Musk's X venture, has caused quite a stir on the internet after responding to users in Hindi and dropping cuss words. The chatbot mistakenly responded to a user's query about their top mutuals with a string of expletives, leading to a back-and-forth with other users. While some were amused, others raised concerns about the ethical implications of AI with so much freedom.