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World of Warcraft: Forever: How to preload, minimum and recommended PC system requirements and editions
World of Warcraft: Forever will launch globally on November 4, 2026 at 3PM PST. It will be released globally at the same time. At least 128GB of free space on SSD is required to play the game. Around 150GB can be left free for extra files and add ons of the game. Skyborne Heroic Pack, Skyborne Epic Pack and Warcraft Forever Collection are different editions of the game.
Apple launches 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 at Rs 2,39,900; touchscreen model also expected
Apple has launched the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M6 chip in India at a starting price of Rs 2,39,900, offering faster graphics, improved on-device AI performance and up to 24 hours of battery life. Pre-orders begin October 28, with sales starting November 6. However, the new model does not have a touchscreen, a feature reportedly planned for redesigned MacBook Pro models expected later this year or in early 2027.
Apple launches new iMac with M6 in India, prices start at Rs 1,74,900
Apple has launched its new 24-inch iMac with the M6 chip in India, with prices starting at Rs 1,74,900. The desktop brings improved performance, faster on-device AI processing, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and a 4.5K Retina display. Available in seven colours, the new iMac supports up to a 12-core CPU and GPU and runs macOS 27 with Siri AI and Apple Intelligence features. Pre-orders begin on October 28, with sales starting November 6.
Apple unveils iPad mini with OLED display, A20 Pro and water resistance, starting at Rs 82,900
Apple has unveiled a new iPad mini with an 8.5-inch OLED display, A20 Pro chip, thinner 5.4mm design and IP67 water and dust resistance. The tablet features upgraded cameras, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and support for Apple Pencil Pro. It runs iPadOS 27 with Apple Intelligence features, including enhanced Siri capabilities and updated photo editing tools. The new iPad mini starts at Rs 82,900 for the Wi-Fi model and Rs 1,00,900 for Wi-Fi + Cellular, with storage options of up to 512GB. Pre-orders open on October 28, while sales begin November 6.
Apple Mac mini M6 review: A compact powerhouse for video editing, AI agents and everyday productivity
Apple’s Mac mini M6 packs powerful performance into a compact desktop, but is it the right choice for creators and professionals? From 4K video editing and multitasking to experimenting with local AI models and tools such as ChatGPT and dots, the machine offers plenty of possibilities. However, its starting configuration comes with limitations that buyers should consider before investing.
Nvidia’s rivals have built their own AI chips and now want to make the software switch easier
Nvidia faces competition as Amazon and Google introduce tools that allow minimal changes for chip switching. Amazon's TorchNeuron and Google's TorchTPU aim to simplify the transition for developers using PyTorch. These tools enable existing code to run efficiently on different hardware.

Lightstorm’s India-Southeast Asia subsea cable system to be ready in 2029, says CTO
Lightstorm is a network provider that builds high-capacity optical fibre and AI-native connectivity platforms across the APAC region. The I-2SEA cable system, announced in July this year, will connect India’s east coast with Singapore and Malaysia. It will land at South Chennai and Machilipatnam in India, and at Singapore and Morib in Malaysia.

One decision that made Jensen Huang worth $185 billion: Nvidia nearly went bankrupt in 1996, then a risky bet helped build its AI dominance
Jensen Huang went from working as a dishwasher at Denny’s to becoming the billionaire CEO of Nvidia. The turning point came in 1993, when he cofounded the company with two engineers to develop chips for better computer graphics. After an early setback nearly bankrupted Nvidia, Huang backed graphics-processing technology that later became essential to artificial intelligence, helping transform the company into a global technology powerhouse.

Orthodontist Jim Woods invested $65,000 in Nvidia in 2000; by 2024, his stake had reached $15 million
In 2000, Jim Woods was working full-time as an orthodontist. That same year, he placed $65,000 into Nvidia, then a relatively young tech company known mostly for PC graphics hardware. Twenty-four years later, that single trade reached a value of $15 million.

As India buys more AI chips, the real test is to keep them running
Industry leaders said businesses must pay closer attention to the systems around their processors, which actually decide the return on their investments.

Apple launches HomeView, HomePod mini 2 and new Apple TV 4K in India: Prices, specifications and availability
In an exciting announcement, Apple has launched three innovative devices for enhancing smart home environments: the HomeView, HomePod mini 2, and Apple TV 4K. HomeView is the new smart home hub with a user-friendly 7-inch display. The HomePod mini 2 promises richer audio and forthcoming advanced Siri features, while the Apple TV 4K improves streaming options and enables hands-free Siri usage.

Nvidia’s share of China AI chip market falls to 34% as Huawei gains ground
Nvidia's share of China's AI chip market dropped to 34% in the first half of 2026 due to US export restrictions. Domestic competitors like Huawei increased their market presence significantly during this period. The total AI accelerator shipments in China reached over 2 million units, with non-GPU shipments surpassing GPU sales for the first time.

Nvidia's China AI-chip share falls as Huawei closes gap, report finds
Nvidia's share of China's market for data-centre AI chips fell to 34% in the first half of 2026, as US export controls restricted supplies of its products and domestic rivals led by Huawei gained ground, according to an IDC report seen by Reuters.

ET Startup Awards 2026: Deeptech wants government to step up as the first customer
At the discussion, titled ‘Building the Hard Stuff in India’, moderated by Accel partner Prashanth Prakash, founders from the space, semiconductor and healthtech sectors discussed the challenges of building capital-intensive technologies, developing domestic capabilities and taking complex products to market.

Snapdragon X2 Plus puts AI at the heart of Lenovo’s new Yoga Slim 7x
Qualcomm’s mainstream AI silicon meets Lenovo’s flagship thin-and-light design and Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC software, sharpening the case for Arm-based Windows PCs. The result is a slick, smart, and savvy Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x.

Telecom’s DC power legacy can offer a blueprint for AI data centres: Vertiv’s Greg Funk
Funk said data centre operators can draw on benefits of efficiency and reliability as AI concentrates more computing power into smaller spaces.

19-year-old Zain Javaid's startup called Ghost builds an AI computer without screen; the 'brain in a box' can be the next big PC idea
Ghost is pioneering a revolutionary startup with its innovative screenless AI computer known as Core, co-founded by Zain Javaid. This cutting-edge device is crafted to operate AI agents that function independently, engaging users via a mobile application. With an emphasis on security, Core protects user data by keeping it stored locally, steering clear of cloud dependencies.

60 hours of PS5 gameplay required before playing GTA 6 on a PS5 Pro; Sony Japan to sell the console only to eligible gamers through lottery
PS5 Pro Lottery: Sony has rolled out a lottery system in Japan to sell its PS5 Pro console, and only gamers who can prove at least 60 hours of past PlayStation playtime are allowed to apply. The move comes as demand for the console spikes ahead of the November 19 release of Grand Theft Auto VI, with Sony citing GTA 6 related interest as a key driver of the shortage, according to Mashable.

ESDS Software shares hit 5% lower circuit, crash nearly 30% in 6 sessions. What's behind the selloff?
ESDS Software shares hit the 5% lower circuit on Monday, extending their losing streak to six sessions and taking the decline to nearly 30%. The selloff follows the expiry of a one-month shareholder lock-in, while weaker sequential Q1 revenue and profit have also raised concerns over the stock’s stretched valuation.
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