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Echo Show 11, Echo Show 8 Debut In India

Echo Show 11, Echo Show 8 Debut In India

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Amazon has introduced its latest Alexa-enabled Echo Show 11 alongside the fourth-generation Echo Show 8 in the Indian market. These next-generation smart displays feature a newly-developed in-house sensor and a seamless, full-screen design that stretches from edge to edge, offering a more immersive and intelligent home experience.

'We have been building AI before it became mainstream'

'We have been building AI before it became mainstream'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Today, we are at a stage where we have launched a voice-to-voice model that supports 14 Indian languages.'

First Drive: Is Mahindra XUV 7XO better than XUV7OO?

First Drive: Is Mahindra XUV 7XO better than XUV7OO?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

The XUV 7XO comes with high tech features, comfort and safety but it will be interesting to see if 7XO can match the popularity of XUV 700, notes Rediff's Hemant Waje.

1st Drive Review: Tata Harrier 1.5L Petrol

1st Drive Review: Tata Harrier 1.5L Petrol

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The 1.5-litre Hyperion petrol engine masterfully blends everyday driving with a sophisticated, tech-laden interior that elevates the entire experience.

Buying The Most Coveted Japani Joota

Buying The Most Coveted Japani Joota

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

'When you finally hold that red bag with your personalised Onitsukas inside, it feels like ticking off a very satisfying item on your travel checklist,' discovers Mayur Sanap after visiting Onitsuka Tiger's famous Red Concept store in Tokyo.

Will AI Mania Provoke Market Meltdown?

Will AI Mania Provoke Market Meltdown?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

'The danger is that when the music stops, the fall will be sudden, faster, and deeper than anyone expects,' warns Debashis Basu.

Click. Watch. Shop. YouTube's Next Move

Click. Watch. Shop. YouTube's Next Move

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

'There is so much growth to unlock at the intersection of high shopping intent and brand needs.'

How Brands Can Connect with Gen Alpha

How Brands Can Connect with Gen Alpha

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Though the oldest Alphas are just turning 15 in 2025, they're already more digitally fluent than any generation before, points out Sandeep Goyal.

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vijay, despite the loud message from his delayed arrival at the road-show/stampede venue, and more so his continued inaccessibility for fans-turned-cadres after graduating from a super-star to a political party leader with electoral ambitions, refuses to change. Or, so it seems, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Maruti Victoris: All-Rounder SUV With An Edge

Maruti Victoris: All-Rounder SUV With An Edge

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

In terms of safety, the Victoris has scored 5 stars in both GNCAP and BNCAP tests and that's a first for Maruti, observes Somnath Chatterjee.

Now Alexa will respond in Bachchan's voice

Now Alexa will respond in Bachchan's voice

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

Every word spoken by "Alexa Bachchan" is computer-generated, not a recording.

Logout Review: Babil Powers Tech Thriller

Logout Review: Babil Powers Tech Thriller

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Babil's palpable reactions to invasion of privacy make a strong case for Logout's plausible scenario, observes Sukanya Verma.

Why Alexa scores over Google Home

Why Alexa scores over Google Home

Rediff.com3 May 2018

We tried both out.

Paralympics: Fortune teller gets it right as Aus swimmer takes gold

Paralympics: Fortune teller gets it right as Aus swimmer takes gold

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

The bubbly 23-year-old Alexa Leary was in a coma in hospital in 2021 after sustaining permanent brain and leg injuries in a high-speed bike crash that left her with a punctured lung and multiple broken bones.

Surge in e2W Launches Sparks Fierce Price Battle

Surge in e2W Launches Sparks Fierce Price Battle

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

From premium electric motorcycles to mass-market scooters, manufacturers are rapidly expanding their portfolios to capture a larger share of the booming market.

Hi Alexa, should I buy Amazon Echo Spot?

Hi Alexa, should I buy Amazon Echo Spot?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

Alexa powered Echo Spot lets you play music, control smart home devices, set alarms and make video calls.

Alexa, Google's calling for you!

Alexa, Google's calling for you!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

After almost a year, Google's smart speakers Home and Home Mini with Google Assistant have finally arrived in India.

J-K bans WhatsApp, Gmail for sensitive official documents transmission

J-K bans WhatsApp, Gmail for sensitive official documents transmission

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The Jammu and Kashmir government has banned the use of third-party tools like WhatsApp and Gmail for transmitting sensitive official documents, citing security concerns. The order, issued by the General Administration Department, states that these platforms are not designed to handle classified information and their security protocols may not meet the stringent standards required for official communications. It highlights potential risks such as unauthorized access, data breaches, and leaks of confidential information. The order emphasizes the importance of using government email facilities, instant messaging platforms, and secure networks for handling sensitive information. It also prohibits the use of digital assistants and smartphones during discussions on classified matters. The government has warned of disciplinary action for non-compliance with these directives.

Alexa, can I trust you with my data?

Alexa, can I trust you with my data?

Rediff.com21 May 2018

One of the key concerns for non-users of voice assistants is trust.

Shooter Khushi wins dramatic bronze at ISSF Jr Worlds

Shooter Khushi wins dramatic bronze at ISSF Jr Worlds

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Khushi secured a hard-fought bronze in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions at the ISSF Junior World Championship.

New data law: Alexa, Google Home may stop speaking

New data law: Alexa, Google Home may stop speaking

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

In the worst-case scenario, it will be next to impossible for tech companies like Amazon and Google to run any service that requires user biometrics.

Indians Dominate TIME 100 AI Titans List

Indians Dominate TIME 100 AI Titans List

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The TIME 100 AI list is an interesting assortment of titans. Indians make up about 20 per cent of the coveted list, which is pretty commendable, notes Sandeep Goyal.

The 9-Year-Old Girl Who Impressed Sachin, Mithali

The 9-Year-Old Girl Who Impressed Sachin, Mithali

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Nine-year-old Hurmat Irshad from Sopore has stunned the internet with her extraordinary batting skills.

Venus Williams just got her own Barbie doll!

Venus Williams just got her own Barbie doll!

Rediff.com23 May 2024

The former world number one said she hoped to motivate young girls into sports with the doll.

Step aside, Siri & Alexa: Liv.Ai understands Indians

Step aside, Siri & Alexa: Liv.Ai understands Indians

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

Liv.Ai makes speech recognition software that allows people to transact in their native languages.

Uff! Ruhii Singh's Epic Abs

Uff! Ruhii Singh's Epic Abs

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Have abs, will flaunt.

PICS: India win women's ICC Under-19 World Cup

PICS: India win women's ICC Under-19 World Cup

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Images from the ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup 2023 final between India and England at JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom, South Africa, on Sunday.

5 Electric SUVs Coming To India

5 Electric SUVs Coming To India

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

If you are planning to buy an electric car in the near future, it would be highly advisable to wait for these upcoming electric SUVs.

India swings into action as reports say 50 students forced into slavery in UK

India swings into action as reports say 50 students forced into slavery in UK

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

The Indian high commission in London on Friday appealed for students to contact the mission for help and counselling amid fears that over 50 of them may have become victims of modern slavery while working at care homes in North Wales.

'India is Amazon's second-largest technology hub'

'India is Amazon's second-largest technology hub'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

India is the second-largest technology hub for Amazon globally and its teams are powering innovations not only for customers in the country but globally as well, a top company executive said on Thursday. Speaking at Amazon India Career Day, Amazon global senior vice president and country head India Amit Agarwal said the e-commerce company employs over one lakh professionals in India across diverse areas from engineering, supply chain, content creation, marketing, video and others. "India is also the second-largest technology hub for Amazon globally, with some of the most talented software developers, product managers, machine learning scientists, and research scientists as part of the team," he said.

SEE: Dravid's special message for U19 WC winning team

SEE: Dravid's special message for U19 WC winning team

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Rahul Dravid noted that the win was a landmark moment for women's cricket.

9 Cool-Girl Shriya Moments

9 Cool-Girl Shriya Moments

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

The actress who makes you go Uff.

Watch out for Sania at Wimbledon

Watch out for Sania at Wimbledon

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

Sania has teamed up with American Bethanie-Mattek Sands for the third Grand Slam of the year.

'If I tick all boxes, do hard work...'

'If I tick all boxes, do hard work...'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

'I like to stay in the present. There are so many opinions out there, there is so much noise. It can create confusion.'

Amazon Echo Spot: What's hot, what's not

Amazon Echo Spot: What's hot, what's not

Rediff.com22 May 2018

The Spot has a touchscreen, which makes it more interactive, says Abhik Sen.

Is GPT-4 Intelligent?

Is GPT-4 Intelligent?

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Overestimation of AI can lead to an excessive level of trust and the spread of disinformation. ChatGPT's replies are riddled with factual errors, hidden in eloquent, grammatically correct sentences. This leads to a hallucination of truth, explains Kumar Abishek.

Not just EVs, new technologies a big draw at this year's auto expo

Not just EVs, new technologies a big draw at this year's auto expo

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Innovation ranging from exterior designs of vehicles to EV charger locks grabbed eyeballs at the expo

Is Amazon's Echo Dot smarter than Google Home and Apple HomePod?

Is Amazon's Echo Dot smarter than Google Home and Apple HomePod?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

The device supports a host of India-specific apps and the more you use it, the better it gets.

This robot will nag you to correct your posture

This robot will nag you to correct your posture

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

Meet Giiro, an Alexa-powered bot which can be your health companion at work.

Sania's son Izhaan makes Wimbledon debut

Sania's son Izhaan makes Wimbledon debut

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Izhaan is seen smiling adorably while his mum and her partner can barely contain their joy on stunning 6th seeds Krawczyk and Guarachi in the opening round of he Wimbledon doubles championships on Thursday.