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OnePlus Tackles Dumb-Scrolling with AI-Powered Mobile Game
OnePlus has launched a retro-style mobile game called "Brain Rot Blaster", aimed at reducing unproductive "dumb-scrolling" time among users.
According to OnePlus’s internal research, users in Spain alone spend over 45 hours monthly on mindless scrolling, leading to increased fatigue and anxiety.
The game satirizes fake news, social media influencers, and doomscrolling culture, promoting mindful phone use.
It comes preloaded on the OnePlus Nord 5, along with other AI tools like AI Summary, AI Translate, and Open Canvas+.
OnePlus is encouraging users to register via their official website to unlock exclusive in-game rewards, combining digital wellness with entertainment.
This initiative reflects OnePlus’s broader AI vision to make smartphone usage more productive and mentally healthy.
Tech Stocks Shake-Up: Apple, Oracle & Amazon in Focus
Apple is under the microscope as analysts say its ability to break through the $214 level will determine tech equities' strength into July
Oracle hit a record high, buoyed by a cloud deal expected to bring in an extra $30 billion annually by FY28.
Amazon reveals its robotic systems now handle 75% of deliveries, and CEO Andy Jassy warns further workforce reductions as AI automation expands
Digital India Turns 10—PM Modi Declares It a “People’s Movement”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 10th anniversary of Digital India, calling it a "people’s movement" that has brought affordable internet and digital services to 140 crore Indians.
The initiative has progressed in areas such as e‑governance, tele-health, online education, and financial inclusion, significantly narrowing the digital divide.
PM Modi emphasized continued efforts to strengthen infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital adoption nationwide
New Things in Tech You Should Know
PixelYatra – India’s First Hindi AI Design Tool
Developed by Appy Pie, PixelYatra is a generative AI tool specifically trained to understand Hindi.
Enables users to create cards, banners, posters, and social media graphics using simple Hindi prompts.
Built upon the PixelForge model and offers features such as image generation, text effects, and layout suggestions.
Aims to empower non-English speakers in India to access advanced design capabilities through native-language interaction
Vastav AI – Indian Deepfake Detection System
Sarvam AI, an Indian AI startup, has unveiled Sarvam M, a multilingual open-source large language model.
Designed to perform across diverse domains such as mathematics, programming, and various Indian languages.
Sarvam M aims to enhance accessibility and versatility in AI applications.
This development is part of India's initiative to establish sovereign AI capabilities.
Deep Dive: NotebookLM
Google has recently announced the expansion of its AI-powered research tool, NotebookLM, now making it free for students under 18. This move is aimed at empowering school-age learners with advanced study support tools.
Key features include:
📄 Instant Summaries: Automatically condenses PDFs, lecture notes, and presentations into key points.
🎧 Audio Overviews: Provides podcast-style audio summaries for easy listening and revision.
❓ Interactive Q&A: Students can ask follow-up questions based on their study materials and receive clear, conversational answers.
🧑🏫 Custom Teacher Tools (Gems): Teachers can create AI-powered study assistants to generate quizzes, diagrams, and more.
🛡️ Strong Privacy Protections: Google confirms that student data will not be used for AI training, ensuring safety for minors.
🏫 Seamless Integration: Works directly within Google Classroom and other Google Workspace tools.
This marks a significant step towards making AI-driven education tools accessible, safe, and free for younger students.
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