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Reports suggest Apple might skip the iPhone 18 and 19 series, launching iPhone 20 in 2027 to mark 20 years since the first iPhone. The milestone model may feature a bezel-less design and major hardware upgrades. Apple could also unveil its first foldable iPhone around 2026 or 2027.
Meta is set to cut 600 jobs in its AI division, impacting the Super Intelligence Labs, including FAIR, Product AI, and AI Infrastructure units. An internal memo confirming the layoffs has been shared with employees, marking a significant setback for tech workers amid ongoing restructuring.
Telangana signed an LoI with Australia’s RMIT University to enhance research, innovation, and life sciences education. The partnership includes joint PhD programs, faculty-student exchanges, and skill development. A new Life Sciences School is planned to help Telangana reach its $250 billion life sciences industry goal by 2030.
Chinese smartphone maker iQOO launched iQOO 15 featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 6.85-inch AMOLED display, triple 50MP rear cameras, and 7,000mAh battery. Prices start at CNY 4,199 (₹51,900). The Honor of Kings 10th Anniversary Collector’s Edition offers 16GB RAM and 512GB storage. The phone supports 144Hz display, 100W wired, and 40W wireless charging.
Tech giant Apple is nearing a $4 trillion (approx. ₹331 lakh crore) market valuation, driven by strong sales of its newly launched iPhone 17 series. Its rising share price reflects investor confidence. Currently, Nvidia is the only company in the $4 trillion club, but analysts believe Apple could soon join that elite group.
★Police Commemoration Day in India, ★Reptile Awareness Day, ★Honduran Army Day, ★1967: Birthday of Ashwani Nachappa, former Indian star athlete and actress, ★1985: Death of rationalist and newspaper editor Pingali Dasharathram, and ★1992: Birthday of star Kannada and Telugu actress Srinidhi Shetty.
With rising pollution levels, especially in Delhi-NCR, using an air purifier correctly is vital. Place it in your main living area, keep windows closed, run it on auto mode, and clean filters regularly. Avoid humid areas like kitchens and bathrooms to prevent damage. These tips ensure clean indoor air during pollution spikes and Diwali celebrations.
Learn to secretly view photos and links on WhatsApp without alerting the sender. Simply access the chat, tap the contact’s photo, then go to “Media, Links & Docs” to view shared content without triggering read receipts. Ensure auto media download is enabled to check photos and documents unnoticed.
ISRO, IN-SPACe, and ASI are holding the grand finale of the Model Rocketry/CANSAT India Student Competition from Oct 27–30 in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. Featuring 77 teams, the event promotes rocketry and STEM skills. Highlights include rocket launches, an employment fair, and an immersive extraterrestrial habitat experience for participating students.
Amazon Web Services experienced a significant outage, disrupting platforms such as Prime Video, Fortnite, Snapchat, and Coinbase. The issue, stemming from DNS resolution problems in AWS’s US-East-1 region, caused widespread service failures. AWS is working to resolve the problem, with partial recovery seen but continued disruptions across many services.
Mappls, India’s homegrown navigation app, offers unique features tailored for Indian roads. These include door-level accuracy, toll and trip cost calculators, 3D junction views, live traffic signal timers, and India-specific road alerts for hazards. With local expertise and AI-driven technology, Mappls is quickly becoming a smarter option for Indian users.
★World Osteoporosis Day, ★World Statistics Day, ★1927: Birth of Telugu poet and litterateur Guntur Sushendra Sharma, ★1937: Birth of Telugu comedian Raja Babu, ★1978: Birth of former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, ★1990: Death of former AP assembly speaker Kona Prabhakar Rao, and ★2008: Death of Tamil and Telugu film director and producer C.V. Sridhar.
Carrying a photo of your driving license or RC on your phone won’t prevent traffic fines. However, the government-approved mParivahan app securely stores your valid digital driving license and RC. Police recognize these documents digitally, helping you avoid fines even if you forget the physical copies.
The Louvre Museum in Paris closed after robbers stole “priceless jewellery” in a seven-minute heist. Entering via a construction site, they used chainsaws and a lift to access the Apollo Gallery, stealing nine historic pieces. No injuries were reported. The robbery is under investigation, with stolen items linked to Napoleon and the Empress.
WhatsApp is testing a new anti-spam feature to block unwanted promotional messages. It limits bulk messages from unknown or business accounts, especially if users don’t respond. Called ‘Messaging Capping’, this feature sets monthly limits to reduce spam, enhance user privacy, and is expected to roll out globally by December.