TECHNOLOGY
Xiaomi 15 Ultra pre-reservations begin in China, confirmed to launch this month
Xiaomi is tipped to launch its latest flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, soon in China. Ahead of its official unveiling, the company has begun pre-reservations for the smartphone
TECHNOLOGY
Google’s Quick Share now lets you resume file transfers even if the connection breaks
Google is rolling out a new Quick Share feature that lets you resume file transfers even if you lose a direct connection with the other device.
BUSINESS
Nintendo Switch 2 Patents show magnetic joy-cons with mouse-like features
Nintendo Switch 2 was first revealed by a trailer from the company last month. Now, multiple patents from the company, which were published recently, suggest the Switch 2’s Joy-Cons will attach to the handheld body via magnets and could be even used like a mouse.
TECHNOLOGY
These iPhone and iPad apps are stealing your screenshot data: Report
Researchers from Kaspersky have identified a new malware that is capable of extracting sensitive information from screenshots. This security bug has been discovered in certain apps on Apple’s App Store, and it has already been distributed within certain apps on Android.
TECHNOLOGY
Samsung's likely to launch the triple fold phone, expected to be called Galaxy G Fold
Samsung teased a triple-fold smartphone at its Galaxy Unpacked event last month, and a new leak now suggests that the device may be called the ‘Samsung Galaxy G Fold.’ Further, this tri-fold phone could feature a 10-inch main display.
TECHNOLOGY
Google faces antitrust probe in China: here’s why
The Chinese government has opened an antitrust probe into Google. Interestingly, Google’s search and internet services have been blocked in China since 2010, and this move comes in response to new tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
TECHNOLOGY
Upcoming smartphone launches in February 2025 in India: iQOO Neo 10R, Vivo V50, and more phones launching this month
While January 2025 saw plenty of smartphone launches, it is time to look forward to bigger things in February. This month will get people excited, especially with multiple device launches planned. From budget-friendly options to premium flagships, February’s smartphone launches are shaping up to be diverse and feature-packed.
TECHNOLOGY
Nothing Phone 3a may come with an iPhone-like Camera control button
Nothing has teased a new abstract image, which appears to show the side profile of the upcoming Nothing Phone 3a with a mystery button. This new button is speculated to offer a quick shutter functionality, similar to the latest iPhone 16 models.
TECHNOLOGY
WhatsApp Israeli spyware alert: What is it, users affected and other details
WhatsApp has accused Israeli spyware firm Paragon Solutions of targeting 90 users in more than two dozen countries. This spyware has particularly targeted attacks on journalists and other civil society members exploiting vulnerabilities on users’ devices.
TECHNOLOGY
Google Pixel 9a spotted on another certification website, hints at specifications ahead of launch
Google’s next budget smartphone, the Pixel 9a, is tipped to launch in the first quarter of 2025. Now, the upcoming smartphone has appeared on the EMVCo certification website, revealing a few details about it.
TECHNOLOGY
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G tipped to launch in March: Expected price, specifications
Samsung is all set to launch its latest mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy M56 5G and the Galaxy A36 5G, in the Indian and global markets. Both devices have been spotted on various benchmarking websites and are confirmed to run One UI 7 out of the box.
TECHNOLOGY
OpenAI’s chief research officer thinks response to DeepSeek has been ‘overblown’, here’s why
Mark Chen, Open AI’s chief research officer, has positively admired DeepSeek, which has grabbed global attention since last month and emerged as a big rival to ChatGPT. However, he also feels that the huge reaction to it has been a bit unwarranted and it still needs some polishing.
TECHNOLOGY
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7 tipped to cost the same as the predecessors, to be powered by Exynos 2500 SoC
After launching the S25 series globally, Samsung is gearing upto to launch the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7 in the coming months. Moreover, these two foldables could be powered by the unannounced Exynos 2500 chipset.
TECHNOLOGY
GTA 6 launch date leaked: This is when Rockstar Games is planning to launch the game
According to a new report, Grand Theft Auto VI, or GTA 6, is tipped for release on September 17, 2025, coinciding with the 12th anniversary of its predecessor. The game is scheduled to debut on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S and could have a starting price of $100 for the standard edition.
TECHNOLOGY
Xiaomi 15 Ultra listed on the US FCC database: Expected colours, RAM and storage variants
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is expected to go official in China next month, with the global unveiling expected during MWC Barcelona in March. Now, the global variant of the smartphone has been listed on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website
TECHNOLOGY
Garmin announces workaround for the ‘blue triangle of death’ issue: Here’s how you can fix it
Since the last two days, many Garmin smartwatch users have reported that their devices have stopped working or are stuck in a boot loop with a blue triangle being displayed on the screen. However, the company has now acknowledged this issue and released an official fix.
TECHNOLOGY
Samsung Galaxy S25 to become more affordable, here's how
Samsung recently launched its Galaxy S25 series in India and global markets, with the base Galaxy S25 only available in 256GB and 512GB storage configurations. However, the company is reportedly planning to launch a new 128GB variant at a lower price.
TECHNOLOGY
Vivo V50 tipped to launch in India next month: Check expected design, price, specifications, and more
Vivo is expected to launch the V50 in India in the third week of February. Moreover, it is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC and could have a starting price of less than Rs 40,000.
TECHNOLOGY
Meta AI will now answer queries based on data collected from Facebook and Instagram activity
Meta AI chatbot is becoming more useful with the company’s latest AI update, with the introduction of the new Memory Boost feature. Next, Personalized recommendations, will allow the chatbot to remember several things from Facebook and Instagram to answer customized queries.
TECHNOLOGY
Infinix Smart 9 HD with 90Hz screen, 5,000 mAh battery launched in India: Price, specs, and more
Infinix has launched its latest budget smartphone, Smart 9 HD, at an introductory price of Rs 6,199. The device comes with a 90 Hz display, a MediaTek Helio G50 chipset, a 13 MP primary camera, and a 5,000 mAh battery.
TECHNOLOGY
Google shares how its smartphones are built to last
In a new blog post, Google has shared insights into its rigorous durability testing practices for the Pixel smartphones. The company has also shared two incredible stories of Pixel 6a, where the smartphones survived extreme conditions, demonstrating their rigidity.
TECHNOLOGY
Apple releases macOS Sequoia 15.3 with Genemoji support and new improvements: All the details
Apple has publicly released macOS Sequoia 15.3, the third major update to the macOS Sequoia operating system, for eligible MacBooks. It finally brings the AI emoji generator and other improvements, which include enhancements, bug fixes, and security updates.
TECHNOLOGY
GTA 6 vs GTA 5: Price, expected major changes, release date, and other details we know so far
Grand Theft Auto VI, or GTA 6, is set to release this year and promises major upgrades over its predecessor, which was released over a decade ago. Due to rising game development costs, the game is also rumoured to be significantly pricier than its predecessors.
TECHNOLOGY
Google introduces Identity Check theft protection, currently available for Pixel and Samsung smartphones
Google has launched a new feature called Identity Check, which will help protect sensitive information on the phone. It is currently available for Android 15, and once activated, it will ask users for biometrics to access sensitive information.
