BUSINESS
Honor 500 series launch timeline revealed, expected to feature 200MP cameras
Honor is gearing up to release the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro in the coming months, as a new leak suggests a launch for these smartphones this year. The latest leak also gives us an idea about the key specifications of these upcoming phones.
TECHNOLOGY
Amazfit launches Helio Strap fitness band and Balance 2 smartwatch with HYROX training & long battery life: Price, features and more
Amazfit has expanded its wearable lineup in India with the launch of the Helio Strap fitness band and the Balance 2 smartwatch. Targeted at fitness enthusiasts and professional athletes, both devices promise advanced tracking, recovery tools, and performance analytics. While the Helio Strap focuses on distraction-free training, the Balance 2 smartwatch blends fitness, lifestyle, and smart features.
TECHNOLOGY
Xiaomi HyperOS 3 update rollout confirmed: Here’s when your Xiaomi and Redmi phones will receive the Android 16 update
Planning a trip to Singapore? Download essential apps like Grab, SingPass, MyTransport.SG, Chope, and Google Maps to make commuting, dining, and daily navigation in the city much easier.
TECHNOLOGY
Google has fired around 35% managers in the past one year: Here’s why
In 2023, Google laid off about 6% of its workforce, and since then, it has been trimming costs across various divisions.
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Massive Gmail password theft hits 2.5 billion accounts, Google warns; here's how you can secure your account
Google has warned that nearly 2.5 billion Gmail accounts may be exposed in a massive data theft campaign, urging users to reset passwords, review app permissions, and enable two-factor authentication.
TECHNOLOGY
Shark Tank judge and Shaadi.com CEO Anupam Mittal cautions leaders against being too dependent on AI; says ‘AI can fake intelligence, not courage’
Shark Tank judge and Shaadi.com CEO Anupam Mittal has warned leaders against over-relying on AI, stressing that while AI can mimic intelligence, it cannot replace courage or original thinking.
TECHNOLOGY
Why Microsoft fired two employees after they staged a protest in Brad Smith’s office
In a statement to GeekWire, Microsoft confirmed the two terminations, saying both had committed “serious breaches of company policies and our code of conduct.”
TECHNOLOGY
Should you buy iPhone 16 now or after iPhone 17 launch?: A detailed analysis
Apple buyers face three choices: purchase the discounted iPhone 16 now, wait for the new iPhone 17 with longer support, or buy the iPhone 16 later after its expected price cut.
TECHNOLOGY
Samsung to unveil Galaxy S25 FE, AI-powered tablets at September 4 Unpacked event
The launch of the Galaxy S25 FE is expected to make Samsung’s flagship lineup more accessible, while the AI-powered tablets will mark a new push toward intelligent, productivity-focused devices in the Galaxy ecosystem.
TECHNOLOGY
“Maybe I should try running the company with all of Meta’s...,” jokes Sundar Pichai as Google now has 35% fewer managers
Google CEO Sundar Pichai stressed on the importance of efficiency as Google continues to scale. “We don’t solve everything with headcount,” he told employees
TECHNOLOGY
Kolkata woman alleges phone repair shop leaked her personal videos online
A Kolkata woman says her private videos were leaked by a phone repair shop, leaving her harassed online. Here’s how to protect your data and seek help.
TECHNOLOGY
'Vibe hacking' is here as Anthropic reveals as Claude AI being used in extortion and ransomware schemes
After uncovering the operation, Anthropic says it banned the accounts involved, alerted authorities and rolled out new automated screening and faster detection tools to prevent repeat incidents.
TECHNOLOGY
South Korea bans smartphones in classrooms amid rising youth social media addiction
The move follows similar restrictions elsewhere. Australia recently expanded its pioneering social media ban for teenagers, while Dutch schools reported improved student focus after curbing phone use.
TECHNOLOGY
WhatsApp announces Meta AI-powered writing help feature that lets users draft and refine their messages
WhatsApp has introduced a Meta AI-powered Writing Help feature that suggests alternative message drafts in different styles, starting in English for select regions.
TECHNOLOGY
Apply for passport online: A step-by-step guide, documents required and more
Applying for a passport in India has become a simplified process with the Passport Seva Online Portal. Citizens can apply for a fresh passport or reissue an existing one by following a structured process, ensuring timely appointments and faster processing.
TECHNOLOGY
46-year-old streamer dies during live broadcast after violence and humiliation, France sues company for safety failures
Police have collected videos from the broadcast and questioned witnesses. They also noted that Graven had previously told detectives that the violent acts in his streams were staged for attention and to earn money.
TECHNOLOGY
Apple iPhone 17 launch date confirmed: This is when the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will arrive
the iPhone 17 series will be unveiled on September 9, 2025, during the company’s annual fall event at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The keynote will be streamed worldwide, continuing Apple’s practice of hosting global digital broadcasts for its product launches.
TECHNOLOGY
ChatGPT 16-year-old suicide case: Parents sue OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claim AI chatbot pushed Adam to...
TECHNOLOGY
How to use Google Translate’s new AI features
Now, with Google’s new Gemini AI models, the app is adding two big features: live conversation translation and personalized language practice.
TECHNOLOGY
Mark Zuckerberg hands out noise-canceling headphones to neighbors: Here’s Why
Mark Zuckerberg handed out noise-canceling headphones to his Palo Alto neighbors after years of nonstop construction at his sprawling compound. From underground bunkers to parties, see how the billionaire is keeping the peace—and what the internet thinks of his unusual apology.
TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft headquarters briefly locked down as protestors crash company president's office
The escalation comes after months of demonstrations against Microsoft’s contracts with Israel. A Guardian investigation recently reported that Israel uses Microsoft services to store data from millions of Palestinian phone calls each day across Gaza and the West Bank.
TECHNOLOGY
'Nano-Banana' AI: Google DeepMind brings world’s 'top-rated' image editor to Gemini app
In a blog post, Google says this model is already the highest-rated image editor in the world, thanks in part to its ability to preserve likeness across edits.
TECHNOLOGY
Google takes on Duolingo with new Translate features: All the details
At the heart of this revamp are Google’s Gemini AI models, which the company says improve translation accuracy, multimodal understanding, and text-to-speech output.
TECHNOLOGY
Google makes its AI-powered video editing tool free for all: All the details
Launched last year, Vids is Google’s newest addition to the Workspace suite. It is designed for creating video presentations with minimal effort, using AI to suggest storyboards, scenes, images, and background music.
