Amazon brings Alexa+ to the web with Alexa.com for early users

Amazon brings Alexa+ to the web with Alexa.com for early users

Technology | Updated: Jan 06, 2026

  • Alexa+ now available on web browsers for early access users via Alexa.com
  • Users can chat, plan trips, control smart devices, and shop directly from browser
  • Amazon partners with Expedia, Yelp, and more for booking services through Alexa+
Samsung unveils SmartThings Home Care for 2026 Bespoke AI ACs, brings proactive monitoring and faster repairs

Samsung unveils SmartThings Home Care for 2026 Bespoke AI ACs, brings proactive monitoring and faster repairs

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Samsung unveils SmartThings Home Care for 2026 Bespoke AI ACs in India
  • The system monitors AC health, alerts users, and streamlines service support
  • Available at offline retailers and online, including Samsung's website
Orange is the new 'gold': How Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro turned heads and sales in China

Orange is the new 'gold': How Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro turned heads and sales in China

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Apple's China sales jumped 38 percent in Q1 2026, ending a three-year slump
  • The iPhone 17 Pro's Cosmic Orange color went viral and boosted demand
  • Government subsidies aided sales, but mainly for the base iPhone 17 model
Neobanking fintech FiMoney pivots to B2B, lays off staff in consumer business

Neobanking fintech FiMoney pivots to B2B, lays off staff in consumer business

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Fi Money pivots to B2B model, laying off around 40 percent of staff
  • Focus shifts to AI and deep tech for startups and enterprises
  • Some products will be discontinued as company restructures
Ex-GitHub chief Thomas Dohmke launches Entire with $60 mn seed to tackle agent era coding

Ex-GitHub chief Thomas Dohmke launches Entire with $60 mn seed to tackle agent era coding

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Entire launches next-gen platform for agent-to-human collaboration
  • Raised $60M seed round, largest ever in developer tools, valuing Entire at $300M
  • First product, Checkpoints, captures AI agent context on every Git commit
Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition, Oblivion Remastered and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are coming to Switch 2

Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition, Oblivion Remastered and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are coming to Switch 2

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Bethesda to bring Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Oblivion Remastered to Nintendo Switch 2
  • Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition launches Feb 24, 2026; preorders now open
  • Oblivion Remastered releases in 2026; date not announced yet
GoBoult launches three Mustang smartwatches and Sprint TWS in India: Price, features and availability

GoBoult launches three Mustang smartwatches and Sprint TWS in India: Price, features and availability

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • GoBoult launches three Mustang smartwatches and one TWS in India
  • Prices start at Rs 1,499; products available pan-India via multiple platforms
  • Designs inspired by Mustang automotive elements across all devices
Alibaba launches open-source AI model to push deeper into robotics

Alibaba launches open-source AI model to push deeper into robotics

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Alibaba unveils RynnBrain AI model to power robots in real-world environments
  • RynnBrain is open-sourced, allowing developers worldwide to use it freely
  • China aims to lead in robotics as global tech giants invest in physical AI
Salesforce layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut as AI push and leadership changes accelerate

Salesforce layoffs: Hundreds of jobs cut as AI push and leadership changes accelerate

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Salesforce cut fewer than 1,000 jobs, affecting marketing and AI teams
  • Agentforce AI unit was affected despite being key to Salesforce's AI strategy.
  • Layoffs reflect a shift toward efficiency and increased reliance on AI tools
Elon Musk’s Starlink livestream claim corrected: Community notes reveal video was filmed in..., not Antarctica

Elon Musk’s Starlink livestream claim corrected: Community notes reveal video was filmed in..., not Antarctica

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Viral video claimed to be Antarctica was actually filmed in Patagonia, South America.
  • Musk spread false claim; X's community notes corrected the location.
  • Starlink may connect remote areas, but no proof video streamed from Antarctica.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls expands roster to 20 playable characters

Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls expands roster to 20 playable characters

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls launches with 20 Marvel characters in 2026
  • Game features 4v4 battles, 64-player lobby, and single-player Episode Mode
  • PC version supports 4K visuals and DualSense controller
Oppo K14x 5G with 6,500 mAh battery, 120Hz display, Dimensity 6300 SoC launched in India: Price, specs

Oppo K14x 5G with 6,500 mAh battery, 120Hz display, Dimensity 6300 SoC launched in India: Price, specs

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Oppo K14x 5G launched as entry-level model in new K14 series
  • Starts at Rs 14,999 with Rs 1,500 discount on first sale day
  • Features 6500mAh battery, 50MP camera, 120Hz display, IP64 rating
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to students: ‘Prioritize learning how to talk to AI over coding’

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to students: ‘Prioritize learning how to talk to AI over coding’

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Nvidia CEO says AI fluency is more important than coding for students today
  • Huang urges students to master interacting with AI, not just traditional coding
  • Domain expertise combined with AI skills boosts professional impact
From IIT Roorkee to IIM Indore, college campuses are minting India’s next esports superstars

From IIT Roorkee to IIM Indore, college campuses are minting India’s next esports superstars

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Nearly half of new esports talent in India comes from college tournaments
  • College esports tournaments are growing 40-50% yearly, expanding beyond metros
  • Samsung and Google sponsor college esports, boosting credibility.
Anthropic vs Anthropic in India: Karnataka startup fights for its name against US giant

Anthropic vs Anthropic in India: Karnataka startup fights for its name against US giant

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Anthropic faces legal challenge in India over brand name from local firm
  • Belagavi court denies interim injunction; next hearing in Feb 2026.
  • Anthropic plans Bengaluru office, hiring local team for AI solutions in India
One in four smartphones currently in use worldwide is an iPhone, claims report

One in four smartphones currently in use worldwide is an iPhone, claims report

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Apple now has 25% of active smartphones worldwide, increasing its lead.
  • Device replacement cycles extended to nearly 4 years by 2025, enhancing longevity.
  • Apple and Samsung together account for 44 percent of global active smartphones
OpenAI’s Codex crosses 1 million downloads as AI coding wars heat up

OpenAI’s Codex crosses 1 million downloads as AI coding wars heat up

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • OpenAI Codex app hits one million downloads in first week on Mac
  • Codex usage surged 60 percent week-on-week after debut and GPT-5.3-Codex rollout
  • OpenAI may reduce free tier limits as demand and costs rise
China cracks down on fake DeepSeek and ChatGPT services amid AI fraud surge

China cracks down on fake DeepSeek and ChatGPT services amid AI fraud surge

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • China fined firms for impersonating AI platforms like ChatGPT and DeepSeek
  • SAMR aims to deter fraud and standardise AI sector with stricter enforcement
  • New anti-monopoly guidelines proposed to address algorithm-driven market abuses
Dell Pro Plus Earbuds EB525 review: A work-first TWS that doesn’t ignore fun

Dell Pro Plus Earbuds EB525 review: A work-first TWS that doesn’t ignore fun

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Dell Pro Plus EB525 earbuds excel in call clarity and multi-device connectivity
  • Balanced sound and low-latency dongle suit music, movies, and gaming
  • Comfortable fit, long battery life, and fast charging ideal for workdays
From iPhone to Ferrari: Ex-Apple iconic designer Jony Ive reveals interior of Ferrari’s first EV

From iPhone to Ferrari: Ex-Apple iconic designer Jony Ive reveals interior of Ferrari’s first EV

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Ferrari unveils Luce EV interior, designed with Jony Ive and LoveFrom
  • Luce uses tactile aluminum and glass controls, avoiding touchscreen dominance.
  • Glass components supplied by Corning, with a unique e-ink key fob
Did Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg attend a “wild” dinner hosted by Jeffrey Epstein? New photo raises questions

Did Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg attend a “wild” dinner hosted by Jeffrey Epstein? New photo raises questions

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Photo shows Musk and Zuckerberg at Epstein-hosted dinner in 2015
  • Epstein called the dinner "wild" in emails released by US Department of Justice.
  • Musk and Zuckerberg say their contact with Epstein was brief and limited
SBI issues Cautionary Public Notice: Bank warns against fake recruitment ads, misuse of name and logo on social media

SBI issues Cautionary Public Notice: Bank warns against fake recruitment ads, misuse of name and logo on social media

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • SBI warns public about fake recruitment ads and impersonation scams online
  • Bank advises verifying all SBI communications through official channels.
  • SBI denies offering guaranteed job appointments or recruitment tips
Venture capitalist says he almost had a heart attack after Claude AI deletes 15 years of family photos

Venture capitalist says he almost had a heart attack after Claude AI deletes 15 years of family photos

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • AI assistant accidentally deleted 15 years of family photos from user's desktop
  • Apple support revealed hidden iCloud recovery, making files recoverable.
  • Davidov warns against giving AI tools direct access to sensitive personal files
Indian-origin engineer quits Anthropic, turns to poetry as he warns the world is in peril

Indian-origin engineer quits Anthropic, turns to poetry as he warns the world is in peril

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Anthropic AI safety researcher Mrinank Sharma resigns over ethical concerns
  • Sharma to focus on writing and poetry to tackle crises beyond technical work
  • His exit underscores ongoing AI industry ethics and values debates.
Apple vs CCI: Is Apple’s fight over new penalty rules truly warranted?

Apple vs CCI: Is Apple’s fight over new penalty rules truly warranted?

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

Apple filed a writ petition against the Competition Commission of India, challenging a penalty rule allowing fines based on global turnover. Experts say the rule applies only when relevant turnover can't be determined, making Apple's challenge anticipatory.

iPhone, MacBook, iPad and AirPods get Valentine’s discounts at Lotus Electronics

iPhone, MacBook, iPad and AirPods get Valentine’s discounts at Lotus Electronics

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Lotus Electronics offers Apple products on daily EMI during Valentine’s Day sale
  • Apple devices available with small daily payments
  • Sale runs from February 10 to 15 at Lotus Electronics stores across India
Portronics launches Vader X wired gaming mouse in India

Portronics launches Vader X wired gaming mouse in India

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Portronics launches Vader X wired gaming mouse in India at ₹599.
  • Vader X features 7 customizable buttons, RGB lighting, and up to 12,800 DPI.
  • Available in black and blue with a one-year warranty.
Google Pixel 10a gets listed on Flipkart ahead of India launch: All the details we know

Google Pixel 10a gets listed on Flipkart ahead of India launch: All the details we know

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Pixel 10a confirmed for India launch, Flipkart microsite now live
  • Pre-orders expected globally from February 18, India likely to get early access
  • Pixel 10a features a 6.2-inch AMOLED display, Tensor G4 chip, and dual cameras
Nvidia GeForce Now Initial impressions: When cloud gaming finally starts feeling like a real deal

Nvidia GeForce Now Initial impressions: When cloud gaming finally starts feeling like a real deal

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Nvidia GeForce Now with RTX 5080 servers launching soon in India
  • Service offers high frame rates, low latency, supports 4K, 360Hz gaming
  • Install-to-Play allows quick game downloads from multiple stores with efficient storage.
Explained: Sarvam AI that managed to beat Google Gemini and ChatGPT in key AI benchmarks

Explained: Sarvam AI that managed to beat Google Gemini and ChatGPT in key AI benchmarks

Technology | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Sarvam AI outperformed Google Gemini and ChatGPT in Indian document benchmarks
  • Sarvam Vision achieved 84.3 percent OCR accuracy, surpassing global AI models
  • Bulbul V3 supports 11 Indian languages, optimized for speech and low bandwidth.