Fire in southern France burns 11,000 hectares, injures nine
[ad_1] Representative image (Image: AP) LAGRASSE: A wildfire in southern France slowed overnight into Wednesday after injuring nine people and burning through 11,000 hectares of vegetation, local officials said. The blaze, which started on Tuesday afternoon, is still threatening several villages in the aude department, where 1,500 firefighters have been battling to extinguish it.“The fire is advancing in an area
Samsung Expands One UI 8 Beta to Galaxy S24 Series, Galaxy Z Fold 6 in India and Other Markets
[ad_1] Samsung on Tuesday announced the expansion of its One UI 8 Beta programme to more Galaxy devices and markets. The South Korean tech conglomerate is bringing the Android 16-based beta programme to its older handsets including the Galaxy S24 series, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Galaxy Z Flip 6, among other devices. The update bumps up the
New Hubble photo shows cotton candy-like nebula in a nearby dwarf galaxy |
[ad_1] The Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC), a nearby dwarf galaxy orbiting the Milky Way, has just received a stunning spotlight, thanks to the Hubble Space Telescope. Using five special filters, including ultraviolet and infrared, Hubble captured a breathtaking view of swirling gas and dust glowing in pink, blue, and green. These colorful wisps, nicknamed “cotton candy clouds,” reveal active star-forming
BSNL Updates: From Re 1 Plan to Q-5G Service; Here Are Five Recent Announcements
[ad_1] Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has made a series of strategic announcements in recent months. These have been aimed at revitalising its existence in India’s telecom sector, which has recently been largely dominated by private players such as Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi). In the last few years, the state-owned telecom operator has been perceived as
BSNL Updates: From Re 1 Plan to Q-5G Service; Here Are Five Recent Announcements
[ad_1] Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has made a series of strategic announcements in recent months. These have been aimed at revitalising its existence in India’s telecom sector, which has recently been largely dominated by private players such as Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi). In the last few years, the state-owned telecom operator has been perceived as
US Coast Guard Report on Titan Submersible Implosion Singles Out OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush
[ad_1] The report says that data from acoustic sensors and strain gauges on board indicated that the hull had suffered a delamination after a dive to the Titanic in 2022, causing a loud bang. Rush was said to have dismissed that noise, and the report found that there was no one left at the company in 2023 who was able
The 48 Best Shows on HBO Max Right Now (August 2025)
[ad_1] HBO Max may not have the shine it once did, but the streaming service (previously just Max) is still home to some of the best TV shows of the past 25 years, from The Sopranos and The Wire to Game of Thrones and The Leftovers. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the “it’s not TV” cable network or a HBO Max newbie trying to
Dark Matter Theories Suggest Hidden Mirror World and Origins at the Edge of the Universe
[ad_1] Now there are two more options available for theoretical physicists mulling over the mystery of what dark matter is, and with them come another two pointers towards how to narrow down our search. UC Santa Cruz Professor of Physics Stefano Profumo published a paper examining whether dark matter was always there or instead could have come from a ‘mirror
‘Use AI or get out…’: GitHub CEO warns developers
[ad_1] Updated on: Aug 05, 2025 07:51 pm IST GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke says developers must embrace AI or risk becoming obsolete. He predicts AI will generate most code in a few years. GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke has issued a stark message to developers across the world: adapt to artificial intelligence, or risk becoming irrelevant. In a detailed post on
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Tipped to Offer Improved Low-Light Camera Performance
[ad_1] Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to launch with notable upgrades over the current Galaxy S25 Ultra model, according to recent reports. A tipster has now claimed that the main camera on the upcoming smartphone could support improved low light performance. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is tipped to support faster charging speeds and will likely be powered by
iPhone 17 Launch Date Leaks, Telling Us When to Expect Apple’s Upcoming iPhone Models
[ad_1] Apple’s iPhone 17 series is likely to make its debut in the coming weeks. While Apple remains tight-lipped about the imminent arrival of its next generation of iPhone models, a German publisher has leaked the date of Apple’s next launch event, which aligns with previous leaks. The upcoming iPhone 17 series is expected to comprise four models: the iPhone
Intel Said to Be Struggling With Key Manufacturing Process for Next PC Chip
[ad_1] The production process that Intel hoped would pave the way to winning manufacturing deals and restore its edge in churning out high-end, high-margin chips is facing a big hurdle on quality as it puts newer technologies to the test, two people briefed on the matter told Reuters. For months, Intel has promised investors it would increase manufacturing using a
This Is What GPT-5 Looks Like: What’s Different from GPT-4?
[ad_1] OpenAI CEO Sam Altman teased the company’s upcoming frontier artificial intelligence (AI) model, GPT-5, on Sunday. In a social media post, the executive shared a screenshot of a query and its response, highlighting the improvements in text generation that the model will bring. Notably, previous reports have claimed that the GPT-5 AI model could be released in August, although
This Is What GPT-5 Looks Like: What’s Different from GPT-4?
[ad_1] OpenAI CEO Sam Altman teased the company’s upcoming frontier artificial intelligence (AI) model, GPT-5, on Sunday. In a social media post, the executive shared a screenshot of a query and its response, highlighting the improvements in text generation that the model will bring. Notably, previous reports have claimed that the GPT-5 AI model could be released in August, although
This Is What GPT-5 Looks Like: What’s Different from GPT-4?
[ad_1] OpenAI CEO Sam Altman teased the company’s upcoming frontier artificial intelligence (AI) model, GPT-5, on Sunday. In a social media post, the executive shared a screenshot of a query and its response, highlighting the improvements in text generation that the model will bring. Notably, previous reports have claimed that the GPT-5 AI model could be released in August, although
Asus Partners With Swiggy Instamart to Offer Instant Delivery of Laptops
[ad_1] Asus announced on Tuesday that some of its laptops will be available for quick deliveries in India via Swiggy Instamart, the quick commerce company that delivers groceries, fashion items, electronics, and other products within a few minutes. The Taiwanese firm revealed that select laptop models like the Asus Vivobook 15 and Asus TUF Gaming F16 will be available on the
Asus Partners With Swiggy Instamart to Offer Instant Delivery of Laptops
[ad_1] Asus announced on Tuesday that some of its laptops will be available for quick deliveries in India via Swiggy Instamart, the quick commerce company that delivers groceries, fashion items, electronics, and other products within a few minutes. The Taiwanese firm revealed that select laptop models like the Asus Vivobook 15 and Asus TUF Gaming F16 will be available on the
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE Battery Specifications Listed on Certification Websites; Could Launch in India Soon
[ad_1] Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE have been listed on a certification website, revealing the battery capacity of the true wireless stereo (TWS) and its charging case. It is expected to succeed the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE, which were unveiled by the South Korean tech giant in October 2023. The same TWS headset was also spotted on the Bureau of
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE Battery Specifications Listed on Certification Websites; Could Launch in India Soon
[ad_1] Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE have been listed on a certification website, revealing the battery capacity of the true wireless stereo (TWS) and its charging case. It is expected to succeed the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE, which were unveiled by the South Korean tech giant in October 2023. The same TWS headset was also spotted on the Bureau of
Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale: Best Deals on Gaming Peripherals
[ad_1] The Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale went live for Prime members on July 31. The sale, which marks Independence Day next week, brings discounts on a wide range of products, from electronics and large appliances to apparel and home essentials. The Amazon sale also presents an opportunity for gamers to buy consoles, gaming laptops, and accessories at a mark
How Supercomputing Will Evolve, According to Jack Dongarra
[ad_1] Quantum computing is interesting. It’s really a wonderful area for research, but my feeling is we have a long way to go. Today we have examples of quantum computers—hardware always arrives before software—but those examples are very primitive. With a digital computer, we think of doing a computation and getting an answer. The quantum computer is instead going to
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Enterprise Edition Launched With Extended Warranty, Samsung Knox Suite
[ad_1] Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Enterprise Edition has been unveiled in Germany. The latest variant aimed at enterprises is also expected to be available in other markets soon. The handset is listed in a single colourway and storage configuration on Samsung’s website. It has the same features as the standard model, but offers an extended warranty. The Enterprise Edition
Apple Said to Delay Launch of Larger 18.8-Inch Foldable Device Beyond 2027
[ad_1] Apple’s foldable device with an 18.8-inch inner display might not enter mass production in the second half of 2026, according to an analyst. The purported device is said to have been delayed and is unlikely to be unveiled by the Cupertino company in early 2027. Additionally, the analyst has signalled that the upcoming iPhone 17 series might not come
iPhone 17 Air battery leak reveals how slim it might be
[ad_1] Published on: Aug 05, 2025 12:37 pm IST Alleged battery images of the iPhone 17 Air have surfaced online, once again hinting at a super-thin iPhone model. Rumours about the iPhone 17 Air have been circulating for some time, with multiple leaks pointing towards its extreme thinness. Most recently, alleged images of the iPhone 17 Air’s battery have surfaced
Samsung Promo Codes: 30% Off | August 2025
[ad_1] Samsung makes everything from smartphones and gaming monitors, to smart TVs and dishwashers. I’m always looking for a sale (I’m assuming you are, too), and I’ve found the best Samsung promo codes and special offers to help you save big on your most important tech purchases. At WIRED, we often review the South Korean company’s products, especially Samsung’s vast