Android 17 Beta coming soon: Here’s what Android users can expect
Technology | Updated: Feb 11, 2026
- Android 17 Beta 1 to launch soon, focusing on bug fixes and performance upgrades
- Beta rollout expected first for eligible Google Pixel devices
- New UI may add blur effects, split quick settings, and app lock tool.
India’s chip hiring spreads beyond Bengaluru; Hyderabad, Gujarat gain ground
Technology | Updated: Mar 31, 2026
- Chip hiring spreads from Bengaluru to Hyderabad, Gujarat
- India’s GCC jobs hit 65k; growth cools to 3% in a year
- Unskilled job demand up; Ahmedabad posts 36% growth
Upcoming smartphone launches in April 2026: OnePlus Nord 6, Oppo Find X9 Ultra, Redmi Note 15 SE and more launching soon
Technology | Updated: Mar 31, 2026
- Multiple smartphone launches expected in April 2026
- Realme 16, Vivo V70 FE, Redmi Note 15 SE launch on April 2
- OnePlus Nord 6 debuts April 7 with 165Hz screen, 9000mAh battery
Dixon’s Rs 1,100-crore display plant to start trials in June, targets 84 million capacity
Technology | Updated: Mar 31, 2026
- Dixon to start trial runs at new display facility by June
- Plant to produce 60M phones, 24M IT displays yearly
- ECMS approval boosts local display and camera module production
From influencers to citizen journalists: How proposed IT rules may redefine oversight of digital news
Technology | Updated: Mar 31, 2026
- Government proposes oversight of user-generated news content
- Influencers posting news may face blocking orders under new rules
- Draft requires intermediaries to follow government advisories
YouTube brings background play support to Android Auto, but it is limited to these users
Technology | Updated: Mar 31, 2026
- YouTube audio playback controls now available on Android Auto
- Feature limited to YouTube Premium subscribers only
- Users can pause, skip, or resume audio via car dashboard controls
Google Maps rolls out ‘Ask Maps’ in India: How to access it and five things users can ask
Technology | Updated: Mar 31, 2026
- Google Maps launches Ask Maps for conversational search in India
- Ask Maps uses reviews and local data for tailored recommendations
- Feature helps find places by vibe, timing, and context
From job cuts to biological risks: Claude CEO Dario Amodei outlines biggest AI threats to humans
Technology | Updated: Mar 31, 2026
- AI risks now impact individuals, not just governments or firms
- Job disruption, scams, and privacy erosion are key concerns
- Over-reliance on AI could cause real-world consequences
DigiLocker enables access to electricity bills: How users can fetch them instantly
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- DigiLocker now lets users access electricity bills digitally.
- Bills are fetched directly from providers, marked as "Verified".
- Secure cross-device access, no manual uploads required
Oppo rolls out ColorOS 16 March update with virus scan, multiple timers feature and more
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- ColorOS 16 adds built-in virus scan for enhanced security
- Multiple timers and estimated stop times improve multitasking
- Update rolls out to Oppo Find X9, X8, Reno14 series in March
Vivo T5 Pro tipped to launch in India by mid-April, expected price range revealed
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Vivo T5 Pro may launch in India by mid-April.
- Expected price is slightly above Rs 30,000.
- Features include 9,020mAh battery and 144Hz AMOLED display.
Vivo X300 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite, 200MP cameras, external zoom lens kit launched in China
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Vivo X300 Ultra and X300s launched in China with top specs
- X300 Ultra features 200MP camera, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip
- X300s offers 144Hz display, 7100mAh battery, starts at CNY 4,999
Rishi Sunak on YouTube surpassing BBC in terms of reach; says he has a ‘strategy to make BBC thrive again’
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Sunak warns BBC faces structural shift as YouTube overtakes reach
- YouTube now reaches 51.9M UK users, BBC channels reach 50.8M
- Sunak urges BBC to expand on YouTube and strengthen iPlayer
Arattai brings WhatsApp-like custom stickers on its platform: Here’s how to access it
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G with new AI features
- Multi-assistant ecosystem includes Bixby, Gemini, Perplexity
- Direct Voicemail and enhanced translation tools introduced
Dario Amodei, Claude co-founder, explains ‘indirect effects’ of AI: What it means for users and why you should be worried
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Dario Amodei warns of AI's indirect effects on society
- Rapid AI-driven progress may cause unpredictable consequences
- Indirect effects include ethical, societal, and biological risks
Government is expected to extend SIM-binding directive deadline for WhatsApp, Arattai, Signal and other messaging platforms
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Govt may extend SIM-binding deadline for messaging apps
- WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram to get more time for compliance
- Directive aims to curb cyber fraud by linking apps to SIM cards
Apple says Lockdown Mode has never been hacked: Here’s how to enable it on your iPhone, iPad and Mac
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Apple's Lockdown Mode has not been hacked since its 2022 launch
- Lockdown Mode blocks spyware and restricts features for safety
- Feature is aimed at users facing advanced digital threats
Apple set to launch 15 new products this year: Here’s a complete list
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Apple plans to launch over 15 products in 2026 across categories
- New iPhones, foldable model, updated Macs, iPads, and wearables
- Smart home hub, new HomePods, and Apple TV expected in lineup
Apple turns 50 on April 1: Read Tim Cook’s thank you notes for Apple50 celebrations across the world
Technology | Updated: Mar 30, 2026
- Apple celebrates 50 years with global #Apple50 events
- Tim Cook thanks users, creators, communities for support
- Anniversary events held in New York, Paris, Bangkok, and Sydney
Sandisk Extreme Fit USB-C flash drive review: Small size, big utility
Technology | Updated: Mar 29, 2026
- Sandisk Extreme Fit USB-C is tiny and sits flush with devices.
- Offers fast file transfers up to 400MBps via USB 3.2 Gen 1.
- Default FAT32 format limits files to 4GB, can be reformatted.
Gaming laptop deals: Up to Rs 44,873 off on laptops with Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs under Rs 1.5 lakh
Technology | Updated: Mar 29, 2026
- Laptop prices may rise by up to 35% due to global component costs
- Sale: gaming laptops with RTX 50 GPUs now discounted
- Amazon deals live with extra bank offers and cashback
Samsung Galaxy S26 review: Compact, capable, and consistent
Technology | Updated: Mar 29, 2026
- Galaxy S26 refines design, boosts battery, and smooths software
- Performance is stable with new Exynos 2600 and better cooling.
- Camera gains are software-based; charging speed stays the same.
iPhones, iPads and Macs with Lockdown Mode enabled have never been hacked, says Apple
Technology | Updated: Mar 29, 2026
- Apple: no spyware breaches on Lockdown Mode devices
- Lockdown Mode restricts device functions to block attack vectors
- Researchers confirm no breaches with Lockdown Mode enabled
CERT-In warns Apple iPhone, iPad, Mac and Watch users of security flaws: Affected devices and what you should do
Technology | Updated: Mar 29, 2026
- CERT-In warns of high-severity flaws in Apple devices
- Update Apple devices to latest versions to reduce risk
- Vulnerabilities may allow attackers to access sensitive data
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is “disappointed” by AI, says he sees “no sign” it will replace humans
Technology | Updated: Mar 29, 2026
- Steve Wozniak says AI lacks real understanding and intent
- He sees no sign that AI can replace humans or replicate empathy
- Wozniak prefers human-created content for its individuality
Alien Deathstorm is coming in 2027: What you need to know
Technology | Updated: Mar 29, 2026
- Alien Deathstorm is a first-person horror shooter set for 2027 release
- You play as a Combat Engineer who's sent to investigate a space colony
- Alien Deathstorm will come to Xbox Game Pass
Vivo V70 FE India launch date, colour options, key specifications revealed: All the details
Technology | Updated: Mar 28, 2026
- Vivo V70 FE launches in India on April 2 via Amazon and Vivo site
- 6.83" OLED, 200MP cam, 7000mAh battery, 90W charging
- Monsoon Blue, Northern Lights Purple, under ₹35,000 price
‘This is the coolest…’: Sam Altman after meeting Paul Conyngham, who built cancer drug for his dog using AI
Technology | Updated: Mar 28, 2026
- AI helped design a personalized cancer treatment for a dog
- Paul Conyngham used multiple AI tools and human expertise
- Sam Altman stressed AI’s promise and its present limits
Oppo K15 Pro lineup set to launch in China next week, will be accompanied by Watch X3 Mini and Enco Clip 2
Technology | Updated: Mar 28, 2026
- Oppo K15 Pro series launches in China on April 1
- Oppo Watch X3 Mini and Enco Clip 2 debut alongside new phones
- K15 Pro series features active cooling fans for gamers
FBI confirms hack of Director Kash Patel’s personal email, says no government data compromised
Technology | Updated: Mar 28, 2026
- Iran-linked hackers hit FBI director Kash Patel’s personal email
- No government or classified data was exposed in the incident
- Handala Hack Team leaked Patel’s personal photos, documents