Android 16 reaches 7.5% adoption as Google updates platform distribution figures
Technology | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Android 16 now on 7.5% of devices, showing steady growth since release
- Android 15 is the most-used version, present on 19.3% of active Android devices
- Android 4.4 KitKat falls below Google's reporting threshold, removed from chart
Asus opens pre-orders for Zenbook S16 and Zenbook 14, expands Vivobook lineup with Ryzen AI laptops in India
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Asus opens pre-orders for Zenbook S16 and Zenbook 14 AI laptops in India
- Zenbook S16 starts at ₹1,69,990, Zenbook 14 at ₹1,15,990, Vivobook at ₹62,990
- Pre-order buyers get Rs 5,599 warranty and damage protection for just Rs 1.
Why Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma calls Google CEO Sundar Pichai the ‘ultimate’ leader of a modern tech company
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Vijay Shekhar Sharma praised Sundar Pichai's enduring leadership at Google
- Google's growth in cloud and AI cited as proof of strong long-term strategy
- Pichai's focus on stability and innovation seen as a model for future CEOs
Oakter launches upgraded Mini UPS with lighter body, four-hour backup for JioAirFiber and Airtel Xstream routers
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Oakter launches lighter Mini UPS for routers, priced at Rs 2,899 as intro offer
- Provides up to 4 hours backup for AirFiber and Wi-Fi routers during power cuts
- Available on Amazon and Flipkart, plug-and-play, 12-month warranty included
BGMI redeem codes for Feb 5, 2026: Win Blissful Backpack cosmetic and more
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Krafton India released 59 BGMI redeem codes for the Blissful Backpack item
- Each code can be redeemed by 10 users on a first-come basis until Feb 28, 2026
- Players must use BGMI's official redemption site to claim the reward
Infinix unveils XOS 16 with cleaner UI, AI-powered tools, and gaming upgrades
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Infinix unveils XOS 16 with AI tools, gaming upgrades, and new personalization features.
- Mind Hub smartly organizes content and adds AI-driven productivity tools.
- XOS 16 to come pre-installed on new Infinix phones, rolling out to select models.
AI is now hiring humans to do physical work through a platform called RentAHuman
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- RentAHuman allows AI to hire humans for tasks like errands and meetings.
- Over 81,000 humans have signed up, but only 81 AI agents use the platform so far
- The site questions the future of work and AI's role in managing humans.
Pinterest CEO fires engineers who tracked layoffs, calls internal dissent ‘obstructionist’
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Pinterest fired engineers who tracked layoffs, citing policy violations
- Layoffs affect under 15% of staff as Pinterest shifts focus to AI initiatives
- Company faces internal disputes over transparency and handling of layoff data
Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G review: A balanced proposition
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G boasts strong display, battery life, and balanced performance.
- 200MP main camera excels in daylight, ultra-wide and low-light are average
- HyperOS 2.0 provides customisation, with 4 years of Android updates promised
Bharat Taxi is launching today. What is it, and should users care?
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Bharat Taxi launches as India's first cooperative ride-hailing app in Delhi NCR
- Drivers pay a fixed daily fee, keeping earnings and avoiding surge pricing
- App targets stable fares, fewer cancellations, and better reliability for users.
Anthropic says Claude will stay ad-free, drawing a clear line with ChatGPT
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Anthropic's Claude chatbot won't have ads due to privacy and safety concerns.
- Ads conflict with Claude's role as a serious work and thinking assistant.
- Anthropic contrasts with OpenAI, which is adding ads to ChatGPT's free tier
Debate over teen social media use grows in key tech market India
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- India considers banning social media accounts for users under 16.
- Proposed bill could fine tech firms up to $28 million or 5% of global revenue
- Australia, Spain, and others mull under-16 social media bans
Over 800 people missing in Delhi spark panic, here’s how your smartphone can help in emergencies
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Delhi had 800+ missing-person reports in January, many youth and women.
- Smartphone SOS, live location, and call records help find missing persons.
- Emergency info on lock screens helps responders contact families quickly
Anthropic AI tools list that you should know in 2026
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Anthropic launched AI tools for coding, automation, and app integration.
- Claude now handles real software tasks, not just chat-based help.
- Tools target developers, businesses, and enterprises for productivity and automation.
Apple leads tablet market with the iPad as global shipments jump nearly 10% in 2025
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Global tablet shipments rose 9.8% in 2025, reaching 162 million units.
- Apple led the market, shipping 19.6 million iPads in Q4, up 16.5% year on year.
- Analysts expect slower growth in 2026 due to supply and pricing pressures.
Apple’s Lockdown Mode stopped FBI from unlocking iPhone of a Washington Post journalist, report reveals
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Apple iPhone in Lockdown Mode blocked FBI from accessing its data
- Lockdown Mode prevents phone unlocking via external devices and common methods
- FBI could not extract data even with fingerprint or facial recognition authority
Drone startups expect export tailwinds from India-US trade deal
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- India-US trade deal boosts Indian drone exports and global market presence
- Better access to advanced components and supply chains aids Indian startups.
- US tariff cut to 18 percent adds predictability and momentum to bilateral trade
OpenAI models could power Alexa as Amazon explores major AI partnership
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Amazon might integrate OpenAI models into Alexa and other products amid talks
- Amazon may invest $50 billion in OpenAI, terms not finalized yet
- OpenAI may switch from Microsoft to Amazon's AI infrastructure.
YouTube’s auto-dubbing gets smarter, adds 27 languages and more natural voices
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- YouTube expands auto-dubbing to 27 languages for global accessibility
- Expressive Speech makes dubbed audio sound natural in 8 major languages.
- Viewers can set a Preferred Language; creators gain more dubbing control.
Google confirms Pixel 10a launch timeline, pre-orders start February 18
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Pixel 10a pre-orders begin Feb 18, early access perks for subscribers
- Pixel 10a: Gemini AI, better durability, and enhanced camera performance
- Supports easy switching from iPhone and works with Apple and Android accessories
How Google’s stellar AI growth propelled Gemini ahead of OpenAI
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Alphabet's AI investments boost revenue in consumer and enterprise sectors
- Google Gemini app reaches 750M monthly users, still behind ChatGPT
- Alphabet's stock rises as AI cloud revenue jumps 48% in December quarter.
Trillion-dollar tech wipeout ensnares all stocks in AI’s path
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- AI-driven selloff erases billions from global tech stocks and credit markets
- Concerns rise over AI's potential to disrupt software and tech industry models
- Alphabet, Arm, Infosys stocks fall due to AI displacement worries
‘We are not stupid’: Sam Altman responds after Anthropic’s Super Bowl jab on ads in ChatGPT
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Anthropic's Super Bowl ads mocked AI chatbot ads, targeting ChatGPT.
- OpenAI CEO Altman criticized Anthropic's ads, defended ChatGPT's ad strategy.
- Both companies offer free and paid tiers, but differ on ad and content policies.
Google’s Gemini crosses 750 million monthly users as it closes on ChatGPT
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Gemini now has over 750 million monthly users, surpassing Meta AI's 500 million.
- Gemini 3 launch and new pricing tier drive rapid growth and wider adoption.
- Google's record revenue driven by Gemini and AI service demand.
YouTube's revenue surpassed $60 billion in 2025, says Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- YouTube's revenue topped $60 billion in 2025.
- YouTube Shorts hit 200 billion daily views, earning more per watch hour.
- Google is focused on making YouTube a premier shopping destination
From Dharma to Sikhya — why corporate capital is lining up for Bollywood
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Corporate investors acquire stakes in Bollywood studios for valuable IP libraries.
- Non-theatrical rights now cover most production costs, lowering investor risk
- Corporate investment brings structure, stability, and fuels bigger film projects
Google parent set to double 2026 spending to $185 billion amid intensifying AI race
Technology | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- Alphabet to double capital spending to up to $185B in 2026 for AI investments
- Google Cloud revenue jumped 48 percent to $17.7B in Q4 2025
- Gemini app now has over 750 million monthly active users
ElevenLabs bags $500M at $11B valuation; eyes global expansion including Bengaluru
Technology | Updated: Feb 04, 2026
- ElevenLabs raised $500M, now valued at $11B, tripling from January 2025.
- Funds to aid global expansion in Bengaluru, London, and New York.
- Sequoia Capital led the funding round with participation from a16z, Iconiq, and others
Blaupunkt BH71 Moksha review: Good sound, functional design
Technology | Updated: Feb 04, 2026
- Blaupunkt BH71 Moksha offers spatial audio and head tracking at Rs 4999.
- Comfortable design, strong ANC, and reliable battery life suit daily use.
- Balanced sound tuning and low latency mode enhance calls, music, and gaming.
Stuffcool launches Zeno 65 GaN charger with built-in retractable cable for charging smartphones and laptops
Technology | Updated: Feb 04, 2026
- Stuffcool launches Zeno 65 GaN charger with built-in retractable Type-C cable
- Supports up to 65W fast charging for laptops, smartphones, and tablets
- Priced at Rs 2,999, available on Stuffcool website and Amazon India