Realme has unveiled its latest flagship smartphone, the Realme GT 8 Pro, in India. The new device brings several firsts to the market, including a camera system developed in partnership with Japanese brand Ricoh and a unique switchable camera bump that allows users to customise the look of the phone. The Realme GT 8 Pro starts at Rs 72,999, while a special Dream Edition, inspired by the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, will be available for Rs 79,999. The smartphone will be available for sale from November 25 through Realme’s website and Flipkart. Powerful Performance Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The Realme GT 8 Pro is powered with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, supported by Realme’s own Hyper Vision+ AI chip. Together, the hardware promises high performance for gaming, multitasking, and heavy apps. Realme claims the device crosses four million points on AnTuTu, showing strong results. It also features the AI Gaming Super Frame engine for smoother gameplay and a 7K Ultimate VC Cooling System to help maintain stable temperatures during intense use. AI-Enhanced Realme UI 7.0 The smartphone runs on Realme UI 7.0, based on Android 16. The interface focuses on smooth operation and user-friendly AI features. Some key tools include: AI Notify Brief for quick notification summaries AI Framing Master to improve photography A Multi-task sidebar for running several apps at once Additional features like AI Gaming Coach and AI Smart Reply Realme claims the device can support up to 12 apps running simultaneously, improving productivity and ease of use. (Also Read: Lava Agni 4 India Launch On November 20: How You Can Use Mobile At Home Without Buying; Check Expected Display, Battery, Camera, And Price) Ricoh-Powered Camera  One of the major highlights of the Realme GT 8 Pro is its advanced camera system built in collaboration with Ricoh GR. It includes: A primary camera offering 28mm and 40mm focal lengths Snap Focus mode for quick shooting A 200MP telephoto camera with 12× lossless zoom A 50MP ultra-wide lens Video recording support for 4K at 120fps and 8K at 30fps Realme has introduced the world’s first switchable camera island, allowing users to detach and replace the camera bump with different styles for customisation. Display and Strong Battery Backup The smartphone features a 2K HyperGlow display with a high refresh rate and a peak brightness of 7,000 nits, making it suitable for outdoor viewing. Audio is supported by symmetric speakers, and the device includes an improved vibration motor for enhanced haptics. It is powered by a 7,000 mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging and 50W wireless charging. According to Realme, the device can deliver over 20 hours of video playback and more than eight hours of gaming on a single charge.

Nothing OS 4.0 Update: The Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 update is set to begin rolling out from Friday, 21 November, the company has officially confirmed. The announcement is followed by months of anticipation, as the update comes after several weeks of testing. Nothing opened the Nothing OS 4.0 open beta programme in late October, allowing users to try the new software early. In a message posted on the Nothing Community platform, the company thanked beta testers for their feedback and confirmed that the general rollout is now ready. A short post on X also highlighted the launch, stating: “Nothing OS 4.0. Let your phone bring flow to your life. General Release. 21 Nov.” Nothing OS 4.0. Let your phone bring flow to your life. General Release. 21 Nov. pic.twitter.com/95zBHKy5y9 Nothing (@nothing) November 19, 2025 Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Expected Devices in First Rollout Although Nothing has not released an official list of devices that will receive the stable update first, the company’s open beta has suggested some hints. Based on the models included in the beta, the following phones are expected to get Nothing OS 4.0 from day one: Nothing Phone 2 Nothing Phone 3 Nothing Phone 2a Nothing Phone 2a Plus Nothing Phone 3a Nothing Phone 3a Pro New Features Powered by Android 16 Nothing OS 4.0 includes a mix of Android 16 upgrades and several features designed specifically by Nothing. Some of the major additions include: (Also Read: Hyundai Creta In Trouble? 8 New SUVs Coming To Challenge Its Crown – Duster, Sierra And…; Full List Inside!) Extra Dark Mode for deeper and more comfortable nighttime viewing Pop-Up View, a feature that lets users open apps in floating windows New 2×2 Quick Settings tile for more accessible controls Multiple new lock screen clock designs Essential Apps, a collection of user-created widgets that can be shared on the Nothing Playground platform The Nothing Phone 2 series will also be equipped with the “Stretch” camera feature, which is already available on the Nothing Phone 3. Additionally, the update introduces the Lock Glimpse function across supported models.

Samsung Galaxy S24 And iPhone Air Price In India: The biggest shopping festival of the year is almost here, and this time Black Friday sale is even bigger than before. The e-commerce giants like Amazon, Flipkart, and along with Croma are getting ready with huge discounts and exciting deals. From mobiles to laptops clothes and home items, everything will be available at special prices. In this month, if you are planning to upgrade your smartphone then this is the perfect time to save a lot of money as brands offer their best bargains of the year. The Black Friday Sale has brought a big surprise for Samsung fans. The Samsung Galaxy S24, which was launched last year, is now available at a huge discount on its original price. It is available in four different colour options which includes the Amber Yellow, Cobalt Violet, Marble Gray, and Onyx Black. Black Friday 2025 Sale: Samsung Galaxy S24 Discounted Price Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The Samsung Galaxy S24 was originally launched at Rs 74,999 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model. But now, its price has dropped to just Rs 40,999, which is a flat discount of Rs 34,000. Flipkart users with SBI or Flipkart Axis Bank credit cards can also get an additional discount of up to Rs 4,000, bringing the final price down to Rs 36,999. This makes the deal even more attractive for buyers. Black Friday 2025 Sale: iPhone Air Discounted Price Apple’s premium smartphone has also received a big price cut. The model that launched a few months ago for Rs 1,19,900 is now selling for Rs 1,12,900 on Croma for the 256GB storage variant. Additionally, Croma is offering an extra Rs 4,000 discount for SBI, ICICI, and IDFC First Bank credit card holders. It was originally launched at Rs 74,999 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model. But now, its price has dropped to just ₹40,999, which is a flat discount of ₹34,000. Flipkart users with SBI or Flipkart Axis Bank credit cards can also get an additional discount of up to Rs 4,000, bringing the final price down to ₹36,999. This makes the deal even more attractive for buyers. (Also Read: OnePlus 13R Gets Huge Discount On THIS Platform Ahead Of OnePlus 15R India Launch; Check Display, Camera, Battery, Processor, Price And Other Features) Samsung Galaxy S24 Specifications The smartphone comes with a 6.2-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display coupled with 120Hz refresh rate and 2600 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage in the base variant. The phone is based on the Android 14 operating system with 7 major upgrades promised by Samsung. It is equipped with a 4000mAh battery along with 25W wired fast charging support. The panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. On the photography front, the smartphone sports a  triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary shooter with Optical Image Stabilisation, 12MP ultra wide angle shooter with 120 degree field of view, and a 10MP telephoto shooter with 3x zoom. For selfies and video chats, there is a 12MP shooter at the front. Apple iPhone Air Specifications It features a 6.5-inch ProMotion 120Hz Super Retina XDR display for a smooth and vibrant viewing experience. It runs on the powerful A19 Pro processor, the same chipset used in the iPhone 17 Pro series, and comes with a 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU capable of handling AAA games. For photography, the device includes a 48MP single rear camera with optical-quality 2x telephoto support and an 18MP front camera with autofocus. The iPhone Air is also the first iPhone to be launched globally without physical SIM card support. Along with this, it delivers all-day battery life, supported by iOS 26’s new Adaptive Power Mode, which learns user habits to improve power efficiency. 

Seoul: South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics on Friday announced a leadership reshuffle, naming a new co-chief executive officer (CEO) and a chief technology officer (CTO) amid the company’s efforts to address external business uncertainties. Under the reshuffle, President Roh Tae-moon, who has been serving as acting head of Samsung Electronics’ Device Experience (DX) division, which oversees mobile, TV and home appliance businesses, will become the official leader of the division while serving as a co-CEO of the company. Roh will serve in the co-CEO position alongside Vice Chairman and CEO Jun Young-hyun, who leads the Device Solutions division that oversees the semiconductor business, reports Yonhap news agency. “President Roh will continue to oversee the company’s mobile business as head of mobile experience business, while Vice Chairman Jun will remain as head of the memory business,” the company said in a release. Samsung Electronics said the co-CEO system will help the company bolster competitiveness of its key businesses and address uncertainties, while securing its leadership in future technologies. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The company also promoted Vice President Yoon Jang-hyun, CEO of Samsung Ventures Investment Corp., as the new CTO and president of the DX division. Park Hong-kun, a professor at Harvard University, was named head of the Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology, the company added. Meanwhile, Samsung Electronics has topped the list of corporate donations made over the first nine months of 2025, although the volume of its donations declined from a year earlier, a report showed. The South Korean tech giant donated 110.4 billion won (US$75.5 million) over the January-September period, down 22 percent from the previous year, according to data released by industry tracker CEO Score. The state-run Korea Electric Power Corp. (KEPCO) followed next with 109.2 billion won in donations, and Hyundai Motor Co. provided 106.9 billion won over the period. SK hynix recorded 59 billion won in charitable spending, marking a 44 percent increase from the previous year on the back of its record-breaking earnings in the third quarter.

OnePlus 13R Price In India: If you’re planning to buy a new smartphone, this might just be the perfect moment to make your move. Ahead of the OnePlus 15R official launch in India, excitement in the smartphone market is already high. Adding to the buzz, the popular OnePlus 13R (12GB+256GB) has now received a fresh price cut on Flipkart, making it an even more lucrative option for buyers. Whether you’re looking for power-packed performance or a value-for-money upgrade, this deal brings a great opportunity to own a premium OnePlus device at a lower price. Let’s have a quick look at the everything you need to know before grabbing the offer. OnePlus 13R Discounted Price Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The OnePlus 13R was first launched in India at Rs 42,999. The phone is now listed on Flipkart for Rs 38,514, giving buyers an instant discount of Rs 3,525. If buyers use the bank offer of 5 percent cashback on the Flipkart SBI Credit Card (up to Rs 4,000 per quarter), the effective price comes down to Rs 34,514. You can also reduce the price further by using the exchange offer, which provides up to Rs 31,800 off depending on your old phone’s condition and model. OnePlus 13R Specifications The smartphone features a 6.77-inch 1.5K ProXDR LTPO display with a resolution of 2780×1264 pixels, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and an impressive peak brightness of 4,500 nits. The device is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and Adreno 750 GPU, ensuring seamless performance and responsiveness. The phone is powered by a 6,000mAh battery that supports 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging for quick and efficient power delivery. On the photography front, the camera setup includes a 50MP primary lens, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2X optical zoom, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 16MP front camera for clear and sharp selfies. The OnePlus 13R is available in two colour options: Astral Trail and Nebula Noir. It runs on OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15. The smartphone offers 4 years of Android upgrades and 6 years of security updates. Additional features include Wi-Fi 7, NFC, an optical fingerprint sensor, an Alert Slider, and IP65 certification for dust and water resistance.  

AI Image Detector Online: In the world of fast-paced technology, it has become quite difficult to identify whether an image is AI-generated or edited by Google AI. Now, Google has introduced a new feature within the Gemini app that allows users to quickly verify whether an image was created or edited using a Google AI tool, addressing growing concerns about the origin of digital content. The company has rolled out this capability alongside the rollout of its new Gemini 3-powered Nano Banana Pro model, which marks another step toward transparency in AI-generated content. Notably, the initial rollout focuses only on images and uses SynthID, Google’s invisible AI watermarking technology. Google has confirmed that verification for videos and audio will be added soon. The feature will also expand beyond the Gemini app to platforms like Google Search. A major upcoming upgrade includes adding support for C2PA content credentials, an industry-wide standard for verifying digital content. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source AI Image Detector Online: How It Works The tech giants new detection system works through SynthID, an invisible digital watermarking technology. Whenever Googles AI creates an image, SynthID quietly adds hidden markers inside it. These markers do not change how the image looks, and you will not notice them at all. However, the Google Gemini app can read these markers and determine whether the image was made or edited using Googles AI. (Also Read: OnePlus 13R Gets Huge Discount On THIS Platform Ahead Of OnePlus 15R India Launch; Check Display, Camera, Battery, Processor, Price And Other Features) There is one limitation. Gemini can verify only those images that are produced or modified with Googles own tools. If an image comes from another companys AI model or an independent developer, Gemini will not be able to confirm its source. Even so, this feature still applies to a large amount of online content. Since the launch of SynthID in 2023, Google has added watermarks to more than 20 billion AI generated images, and all of them can now be verified directly through the Gemini app. AI Image Detector Online: How To Verify Step 1: Open the Gemini app and start a new conversation or prompt. Step 2: Upload the image you want to check (from a website, message, or file). Step 3: Type a simple verification question such as “Was this created by Google AI?” or “Is this AI-generated?” Step 4: Gemini scans the image for a SynthID watermark and analyzes the result. Step 5: Gemini returns a clear answer and explanation about whether the image was created or edited using Google AI. 

New Delhi: As Apple India posted a record high domestic sales of $9 billion in FY25, one in every five iPhones made globally in FY25 was manufactured/assembled in India, the company filings showed. The company’s manufacturing in India contributed 12 per cent of Apple’s global production value. Apple’s sales in India accounted for just over 2 per cent of Apple’s $416.1 billion global revenue, but India’s role in iPhone production expanded sharply, analysts said. The iPhone maker began local assembly of high-end Pro and Pro Max models of iPhones in India for the first time. The company filings showed that the Americas brought in $178.4 billion in FY25 – nearly 43 percent of Apple’s global revenue – and a growing share of those iPhones were shipped from India. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Europe followed with 26.7 per cent share and Greater China contributed accounted for 15.4 per cent share. The company’s India revenue has climbed nearly eightfold over the past decade, driven mainly by iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, AirPods and accessories, with services remaining a small single‑digit share of total sales. Apple’s India‑based production had a freight‑on‑board value of $22 billion in FY25, out of which $7.5 billion worth of vale being exported. Local manufacturing largely supports the company’s sales force in India by avoiding the 16 per cent customs duty applied on fully imported phones. In an earnings call with analysts after posting strong quarterly results, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that when it comes to retail, “We are heading into our busiest time of year with our best-ever lineup. In the last few months, we’ve opened new stores in emerging markets like India and the UAE and new locations in the US and China.” For its fiscal 2025 fourth quarter ended September 27, the company posted quarterly revenue of $102.5 billion, up 8 per cent year-on-year.

New Delhi: Apple on Wednesday announced 45 finalists for the App Store Awards, recognising some of the most innovative apps and games across 12 categories. The finalists, selected by App Store editors, represent standout achievements in user experience, technical excellence, creativity and cultural relevance. In the iPhone App of the Year category, BandLab, LADDER, and Tiimo earned recognition for helping users improve creative output, streamline strength training, and manage routines more mindfully. For iPhone Game of the Year, Capybara Go!, Pokemon TCG Pocket and Thronefall stood out for their inventive gameplay and broad appeal. On iPad, creativity and productivity were front and centre. Other shortlisted apps included Detail, Graintouch and Structured, while DREDGE, Infinity Nikki and Prince of Persia: Lost Crown were some of the games that stood out for their narrative depth and visual immersion. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Mac App finalists included Acorn for photo editing, Essayist for simplifying academic work, and Under My Roof for home management. For Mac games, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, and Neva were variously commended for world-building and storytelling. Also making a strong showing was Apple’s newest platform, Vision Pro. Camo Studio, D-Day: The Camera Soldier and Explore POV made the list as leading Vision Pro apps. Vision Pro game finalists included Fishing Haven, Gears & Goo and Porta Nubi. Apps focused on social impact and community engagement dominated the category of Cultural Impact. Be My Eyes, StoryGraph, Retro, Venba, and Yuka were a few such apps focused on promoting accessibility, inclusivity, cultural storytelling, and making informed choices. The 2024 finalists represent the ever-changing creativity of the global developer community, Apple said, underlining the App Store’s position at the centre of breakthrough digital experiences. The annual awards honour developers whose creations elevate everyday productivity, inspire creativity, enable richer workflows, and push the boundaries of gameplay. “We’re thrilled to celebrate the App Store Award finalists, a diverse and talented group of developers from around the globe,” said Carson Oliver, Apple’s head of App Store Worldwide.

New Delhi: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Wednesday issued a direction mandating the last dates by which adoption of the ‘1600’ numbering series should be completed by entities in the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector, and government organisations to clearly distinguish their service and transactional calls from other commercial communications. The direction has been issued with the objective of curbing spam, and preventing fraudulent activities perpetrated through voice calls. In response to TRAI’s regulatory initiative, the ‘1600’ numbering series has been assigned by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for allocation to entities in the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector, regulated by the RBI, SEBI, and Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) and Government organisations. The series will enable citizens to reliably identify legitimate calls originating from regulated financial institutions, an official statement said. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source The directive states that the adoption of ‘1600’ numbering series for all Mutual Funds and Asset Management Companies (AMCs) shall be completed by February 15, 2026. In the case of Qualified Stockbrokers (QSBs) the adoption of ‘1600’ numbering series shall be completed by March 15, 2026. For the time being, other SEBI-registered intermediaries may voluntarily migrate to the 1600-series after verification of their registration details, the directive states. Commercial banks (including Public Sector Banks, Private Sector Banks, and Foreign Banks) will have to adopt the 1600 series by January 1, 2026. Large NBFCs (asset size above Rs 5,000 crore), Payments Banks, and Small Finance Banks will have to onboard by February 1, 2026 while the remaining NBFCs, Co-operative Banks, Regional Rural Banks, and smaller entities shall onboard by March 1, 2026, the directive states. Central record keeping agencies and Pension Fund Managers shall onboard by February 15, 2026. The matter of mandating last date for adoption of 1600 series by the entities in the insurance sector is under discussion with IRDAI, and will be notified subsequently, the official statement said. The structured and time-bound adoption of the 1600-series is expected to significantly improve consumer safety and help curb impersonation-based financial frauds perpetrated through voice calls. After the assignment of the series and allocation of numbering resources to the Telecom Service Providers (TSPs), TRAI has regularly engaged with TSPs and the BFSI sector regulators for adoption of 1600 series by BFSI sector entities. Consequent to these efforts, about 485 entities have already adopted 1600 series, subscribing to a total of over 2800 numbers, the statement said. Based on TRAI’s interactions with stakeholders, it was considered that time is now ripe to mandate time-bound completion of the exercise so that entities continuing to use standard 10-digit numbers for service and transactional calls, also shift to 1600 series numbers to reduce the risk of fraudulent or misleading calls being made in the guise of trusted financial institutions, the statement explained. TRAI has taken inputs regarding timelines from the regulators of the BFSI sector, following deliberations held during the meetings of the Joint Committee of Regulators. Based on the consultations held with them, a phase-wise implementation schedule has now been issued, the statement added.

X Down in India: Elon Musk-owned microblogging platform X (formerly Twitter) is facing a major outage, with hundreds of users reporting problems across the country. Many flagged the issue on Downdetector, noting that both the web version (x.com) and the Android/iOS apps are affected. By 5:20 PM on Tuesday, Downdetector had recorded over 10,000 reports from users unable to access X. Most complaints came from the mobile app (61%), followed by the website (28%) and server connection issues (11%). The disruption is widespread and appears to be impacting users globally, not just in India. On the other hand, the Cloudflare confirmed on Tuesday at 11:48 UTC that its global network is facing issues affecting multiple customers.  Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Many users on apps and websites such as X, Gemini, and Perplexity reported Cloudflare-related errors, and the company has confirmed it is experiencing a technical issue. OpenAI has confirmed on its website that ChatGPT and some other services are down, and the team is investigating the issue. However, the company has not said whether this problem is connected to the Cloudflare outage.