Technology

Ex-Apple engineer reveals why he stopped wearing an Apple Watch and the reason will shock you

A former Apple Watch engineer explains why he stopped wearing the device he helped build, and how constant alerts pushed him to choose peace over tracking.

Meta’s AI chief Alexandr Wang faces make-or-break moment with Meta’s next AI launch

Meta’s AI chief Alexandr Wang is under growing pressure after recent AI setbacks. Here’s what’s happening inside the company and why its next model matters so much.

Google upgrades its AI clothing try-on tool: Now a single selfie creates a full-body virtual model

Google’s AI try-on tool now generates a full-body virtual model from a single selfie, expanding its fashion tech features and integrating more deeply with its Doppl app and Shopping ecosystem.

Tata Sierra and Kia Seltos’s built-in navigation: Here’s how it is different from Google Maps or Apple Maps

Built-in navigation in the Tata Sierra and Kia Seltos prioritises vehicle integration and offline reliability, while smartphone-projected Google Maps and Apple Maps focus on real-time traffic accuracy and frequent updates.

Tech layoffs 2025: Top 10 biggest job cuts of the year

Major technology companies cut more than 120,000 jobs in 2025, marking another year of workforce reductions across the global tech industry. The layoffs reflect a combination of cost control measures, restructuring, and a sharper focus on artificial intelligence-led transformation. From chipmakers and IT services firms to cloud and telecom companies, job cuts were spread across sectors, highlighting structural shifts rather than short-term slowdowns.

WhatsApp rolls out Missed call messages and desktop messaging improvements for Android and iPhone users

WhatsApp has rolled out a new bundle of features for Android and iPhone users ahead of the holiday season. The update introduces changes across calls, chats, Status and desktop, focusing on smoother communication and better ways to stay connected during busy periods.

Google planning Gemini live translation feature for headphones: Here’s how it will work

Google is preparing to expand Gemini-powered live translation to more headphones, offering real-time speech interpretation through the Google Translate app. The feature supports over 70 languages and works across Android devices.

Samsung may drop camera upgrade for Galaxy S26 to keep costs down

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 and S26+ will reportedly reuse the same rear cameras from the last four generations after shelving planned upgrades to avoid raising prices.

Sam Altman announces OpenAI’s collaboration with Disney to bring ‘magic’ to Sora and AI image generation: Here’s what to expect

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company is partnering with Disney to enhance Sora and AI image generation, calling the collaboration a step toward unlocking new creative possibilities for users.

Over 2 lakh power banks recalled in the US after fire incidents: How to check if yours is affected

Over 200,000 Inui BI-B41 power banks sold via Amazon USA have been recalled after causing fires. Only four serial numbers are affected, and owners must stop using the devices and follow the official refund and disposal process.

Buying a new room heater? Safety features that government ‘wants’ you to check before purchase

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), which certifies electrical appliances sold in India, has outlined strict requirements under IS 302-2-30:2007 to ensure heaters are safe for household use.

Google will now allow AI agents plug directly into Maps, Cloud and Enterprise tools, here's how

Google has launched managed MCP servers that let AI agents plug directly into Maps, BigQuery and more, offering easier integration, cross-model compatibility and enterprise-grade governance.

Amazon overhauls DRM rules for Kindle Direct Publishing: Here’s what’s changing

Starting January 2026, Amazon will let DRM-free KDP titles be downloaded as EPUB and PDF files, though authors must opt in for older books and concerns over piracy may push some toward enabling DRM.

Apple Glasses rumoured for 2026 launch: Everything expected in Apple’s first AI wearable

Apple is preparing AI-powered Apple Glasses for a 2026 launch, featuring multiple cameras, an efficiency-focused chip, Siri control and deep iPhone integration, with a display-equipped version planned later.

Nvidia tests chip-tracking software amid rising allegations of smuggled AI hardware to China

Nvidia is testing optional chip-tracking software for its Blackwell processors as rumours grow about smuggled hardware reaching China, though the company denies seeing evidence of such activity.

Google DeepMind to build first Gemini-powered materials discovery lab 

Google DeepMind will open its first automated, Gemini-integrated materials discovery lab in the UK in 2026, pairing robotics with AI to accelerate breakthroughs while deepening cooperation with the UK AI Security Institute.

Tesla’s Optimus robot falls during live demo, triggering debate over teleoperation claims

A viral video shows Tesla’s Optimus robot falling during a demo, sparking speculation that it was being controlled via teleoperation rather than autonomous AI, contradicting Musk’s claims.

Disney lets Mickey, Simba and others appear in OpenAI’s Sora videos but… 

Disney has licensed 200+ characters to OpenAI’s Sora, allowing AI-generated videos featuring Mickey, Simba, Cinderella and more, but with strict limits on actor likenesses, character integrity and training data.

India's cloud data centre capacity reaches 1,280 MW, to grow 4-5 times by 2030: Jitin Prasada

The expansion of data centres in the country is being propelled by the growing digitalisation and rapid adoption of AI across both the Government and private sectors, accompanied by the increasing adoption of cloud services.

Hogwarts Legacy is free on the Epic Games Store: Here’s how to claim it permanently

Hogwarts Legacy is free on the Epic Games Store for a limited time. Once claimed, it stays in your library forever and can be downloaded anytime.

Sergey Brin overtakes Jeff Bezos in global billionaires' list thanks to...

Google cofounder Sergey Brin has overtaken Jeff Bezos in the global wealth rankings after a surge in Alphabet’s stock, driven by Gemini 3’s strong performance and new endorsements.

Google unveils its deepest AI research agent yet, just hours before OpenAI dropped GPT-5.2

Google released a reengineered Gemini Deep Research agent powered by Gemini 3 Pro, adding developer APIs and preparing for deep integration across Google products — only for OpenAI to answer with GPT-5.2 the very same day.

Now you can use Adobe Photoshop directly in ChatGPT: 5 key things to know

Adobe Photoshop, Express and Acrobat are now available inside ChatGPT, letting anyone edit photos, design invites and fix PDFs with simple prompts. The new integration makes creative tools easier than ever, allowing users to create, customize and edit just by describing what they want.