YugBuzz Tech News August 2025: AI Race, Apple iPhone Strategy, Meta Smart Glasses & More

Technology is evolving at lightning speed. From AI breakthroughs to smartphone launches, here’s the YugBuzz Tech News roundup covering the biggest updates this week.

1. AI Explosive Growth and Perplexity’s Bold Move

Perplexity AI, founded by Indian entrepreneur Arvind Srinivas, is reportedly planning to acquire Google Chrome.
Perplexity’s valuation: $18 billion.
Chrome’s valuation: $34.5 billion.
If successful, this deal could disrupt the browser market and bring more AI-driven browsing experiences.

2. The AI Talent War

Tech giants are offering record-breaking salaries to attract top AI engineers.
Meta (Mark Zuckerberg): Offering between $500M–$1B to top talent.
Microsoft: Offering up to $250M with 24-hour hiring processes.
AMD CEO Lisa Su: AI will boost productivity, not eliminate jobs.

3. Apple’s iPhone & iPad Strategy

Rumors: Apple may skip iPhone 18 and iPhone 18 Air in 2026.
Possibility of foldable iPhones alongside Pro models.
iPad Mini may get the A17 Pro chip, making it as powerful as the iPhone 17 Pro.

4. Upcoming Smartphones to Watch

Lava Blaze AMOLED 2:
- Price ~₹13,500
- Dimensity 7060 processor, 5000mAh battery, AMOLED display
Vivo T4 Pro:
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor
- 50MP Sony IMX 882 sensor
- 3x periscope zoom lens
Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (launching Aug 21 in China):
- 120Hz quad-curved OLED display
- 50MP triple camera with 3x telephoto zoom
- 7000mAh battery, IP69 rating

5. Meta’s Next-Gen Smart Glasses

Launch expected in September 2025.
Features: AI-powered display built into the glasses.
Price expected around $800 (~₹66,000).

6. Data Security Becomes Critical

Intel engineer Varun Gupta leaked 4,000 confidential documents while moving to Microsoft.
Result: ₹30 lakh fine (around 3,400 shares).
Reminder: Data and IP are the new gold in the tech industry.

7. Yugbuzz Tech Updates

OpenAI: Local pricing in India at ₹1,999/month for Plus plan.
Samsung: Expanding “Make in India” by manufacturing laptops in Noida.
Google Flights: Now uses AI for complete trip planning.
Apple iPhone 17: Manufacturing already started in Bengaluru, ahead of launch.