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Google has launched a new Selfie Video verification feature for the users to ease the account recovery process. Users can now record a short selfie video while setting up their Google Account, which can later be used to verify their identity if they are locked out.

OpenAI's ChatGPT faced a fresh outage on July 25, 2026, with thousands of users reporting problems logging in, chatting, and accessing the app and API globally.

iQOO launched the new budget gaming phone, the Z11 Lite 5G, that comes packed with a 6,500mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, 120Hz display, 50MP camera, and Android 16-based OriginOS 6. The phone will go on sale via Amazon from July 30 with introductory launch offers.

For centuries, humans have searched for ways to extend life, first through medicine that prevented early deaths and later through research aimed at slowing the biological processes associated with aging. But even if scientists eventually found a way to stop many age-related problems, the body might still face limits built into its own cells.

In India, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has seen a price reduction, making it an attractive option for those seeking foldable technology at a lower price. , Technology & Science, Times Now

India could soon introduce offline UPI payments powered by NFC technology, allowing users to make digital transactions without an internet connection. The feature is expected to work through a UPI Lite wallet, enabling tap-to-pay transactions of up to Rs. 2,000 at certified merchant PoS terminals.

iQOO has launched the Z11 Lite 5G in India, the company's latest budget smartphone. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and is backed by a 6,500 mAh battery.

Samsung's compact Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves smaller can be smarter, pairing a gorgeous 3,000-nit foldable display with a lightweight design that's made for reading and binge-watching.

Earth's interior stores an immense reservoir of heat, yet only a handful of countries have managed to turn that energy into a major source of electricity. The reason has never been a shortage of heat beneath the ground.

Zendaya's Odyssey voyage of looks - ethereal; couture's deep dive into Greek Goddess lore - eternal. , Fashion, Times Now