Apple’s A20 chip could be its most expensive iPhone processor yet
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- Apple's A20 chip may cost $280, up 80 percent from previous generation
- 2-nanometre process boosts efficiency but is harder and costlier to manufacture
- Rising chip and memory costs could impact future iPhone pricing
Apple App Store and Apple TV face outage, users report issues globally
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Apple services, including App Store and Apple TV, face global outages affecting India.
- Outage impacts app downloads, streaming, iCloud documents, and developer tools
- Apple has not disclosed the cause or timeline for full service restoration
“I won’t even start on Grok,” Sam Altman fires back at Elon Musk’s ChatGPT warning; takes a dig at Tesla
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Sam Altman rebuts Elon Musk's criticism of ChatGPT safety and guardrails
- Altman highlights OpenAI's responsibility to protect vulnerable users
- Altman compares Musk's safety record at Tesla and xAI to OpenAI's practices
Elon Musk is warning people not to use ChatGPT, here’s why
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Elon Musk warned against ChatGPT, citing claims of deaths linked to the AI tool.
- Lawsuits allege ChatGPT failed to discourage self-harm in vulnerable users
- OpenAI CEO Altman defended ChatGPT, stressing ongoing safety improvements
Ooty to overseas: Republic Day break sparks travel rush as long weekends drive demand
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Republic Day long weekend drives a 30% surge in travel bookings for 2026
- Goa, Pondicherry, and Udaipur top domestic searches; Phu Quoc leads abroad
- Gen Z and millennials favor short, experience-led trips over longer vacations
iPhone 17 surge helps Apple lead China smartphone shipments in late 2025
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Apple led China's smartphone market in Q4 2025 with 22% share and 28% shipment growth.
- Strong demand for iPhone 17 Pro models drove Apple’s resurgence in China
- Huawei topped China’s market for 2025; Apple led globally with 19.7% share
Nuuk Hot Blox heater review: A smart and effective choice
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- HÖT BLOX heater warms rooms 30% faster with RapidHeat and 11 M-shaped fins
- Features smart controls, Wi-Fi app, eco mode, and multi-layer safety system
- Priced around Rs 12,000, offers efficient heating and app-enabled convenience
Rumours swirl around OnePlus as report hints at possible shutdown
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Rumors suggest Oppo may close OnePlus smartphone business due to market struggles.
- No confirmation from OnePlus or Oppo on exiting the smartphone market.
- OnePlus may continue software and after-sales support if new phone launches end
OpenAI rolls out age prediction system for ChatGPT to protect under-18 users
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- OpenAI launches age prediction model to protect minors on ChatGPT
- Safeguards limit sensitive content for users likely under 18
- Users wrongly flagged as minors can verify age via Persona for full access
Indian esports at a turning point; game publishers eye the market, said Esports World Cup heads
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- India viewed as key growth market for Esports World Cup with rising participation
- EWC 2026 prize pool increased to $75 million, with 25 tournaments over 7 weeks
- Indian government support and new laws boost confidence in esports industry
Amazon CEO says Trump tariffs are beginning to push prices higher
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Amazon CEO says Trump tariffs now impacting prices on some platform products
- Sellers are passing on costs, absorbing impact, or finding a middle ground
- Consumers are trading down or delaying expensive purchases due to higher prices
Sony to sell majority stake in Bravia TV arm to China’s TCL
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Sony cedes majority control of Bravia TV to TCL in new strategic partnership
- TCL acquires 51 percent stake; Sony retains 49 percent in joint venture
- Bravia TVs to use TCL displays, Sony to handle audio and picture quality.
Davos 2026: India should focus on applied AI, there are enough foundation model providers, says Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- Google DeepMind CEO urges India to focus on applied AI over foundational models
- India is a key market for Google DeepMind, with major research in Bengaluru
- Demis Hassabis to visit India for the India AI Impact Summit in February
Davos 2026: See deposit growth inching up from here as regulators and government help in liquidity, Axis Bank CEO Amitabh Chaudhry
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Axis Bank CEO says deposit growth is improving but remains challenging
- Foreign investment and consolidation may boost Indian banking sector stability
- Chaudhry calls for MSME budget support and more R&D to escape middle-income trap.
Davos 2026: Publicis Sapient's Nigel Vaz says enterprises see more value in AI
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- AI adoption has shifted from experimentation to driving real business outcomes
- Legacy tech and data structures are major barriers to scaling AI in enterprises
- Budgets now prioritize AI's real value over its futuristic allure.
WEF 2026: Bajaj General Insurance resolves 95% of customer grievances with Gen AI, says CEO Tapan Singhel
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Bajaj General Insurance resolves 95% of customer issues using AI chatbots
- Bajaj now fully Indian-owned after acquiring Allianz's stake
- CEO urges mandatory insurance for employees and MSMEs in upcoming budget
Honor Magic 8 Pro Air with ultra-slim design, 5,500 mAh battery launched, alongside Honor Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Honor unveils Magic 8 Pro Air and Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design in China
- Magic 8 Pro Air is ultra-slim at 6.1mm, weighs 155g, and starts at CNY 4,999
- Both phones feature flagship chipsets, OLED screens, and fast charging
CMF Headphone Pro goes on sale in India with 100-hour battery life and ANC
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- CMF launches Headphone Pro in India, entering the over-ear headphone market
- Headphone Pro offers up to 100 hours playback, ANC, and modular ear cushions
- Introductory price set at Rs 6,999, available online and offline across India
Emergent raises $70 million from Khosla Ventures and SoftBank at $300-million valuation as AI funding stays hot
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Emergent raised $70M led by Khosla Ventures, with SoftBank as investor
- Funds to launch new products, grow B2B sales, and open a Europe office
- Emergent now has 5 million users in 190 countries and $50 million ARR
Indian IT majors now command 36% of sector's global brand value; TCS in top two
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- 8 Indian IT firms hold 36% of global IT brand value, worth $60.4 billion.
- TCS is the world's second most valuable IT brand; Infosys ranks third globally
- Persistent Systems is the fastest-growing Indian IT brand, up 22 percent in 2026
Oppo K15 Turbo lineup likely to feature active-cooling fan, K15 Turbo Pro’s camera and chipset revealed
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Oppo K15 Turbo series tipped to feature waterproof active cooling fan
- K15 Turbo Pro may use Dimensity 9500s chip and a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPS display
- Lineup expected to skip '14' due to number 4 being considered unlucky in China
CERT-In issues high-severity alert for these routers, urges immediate updates
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- CERT-In warns of high-severity flaws in TP-Link Archer BE400 and AXE75 routers
- Attackers could delete files or cause denial-of-service on affected devices
- Users urged to update firmware and follow security best practices
Redmi Turbo 5 Max design teased; will feature a 9,000 mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 9500s SoC
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Redmi Turbo 5 Max to have 9000mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chip
- Large OLED display, slim bezels, vertical dual-camera setup
- Global variant may launch as Poco X8 Pro Max
Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update causes a shutdown bug, company issues emergency fix
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Microsoft released an emergency fix for Windows 11 shutdown and restart issues
- OOB update KB5077797 resolves shutdown, hibernation, and Outlook crash problems
- Users can manually download the patch if not visible in Windows Update
Vivo X200T India launch date announced: Expected price, specs and everything else we know
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- After a series of leaks and rumours, Vivo has finally confirmed launching the Vivo X200T in India. The company has announced that it will launch the device in the country on January 29. Like every other Vivo phone, this one too will focus heavily on the camera. A couple of days ago, a tipster had leaked the complete specification of the phone online.
- According to tipster Abhishek Yadav, the Vivo X200T is launching in India soon, and the full specifications and pricing for the Indian market have already surfaced online.
- In a post shared on X, Yadav claimed that the Vivo X200T will be available in two variants. The base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage is expected to be priced at Rs 59,999, while the higher-end 12GB RAM and 512GB storage version could retail for Rs 69,999. If these prices hold true, Vivo appears to be positioning the X200T firmly in the upper-premium segment, taking on flagship-level phones from rival brands.
- Starting with the display, the Vivo X200T is tipped to feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a 1.5K resolution of 2800 x 1260 pixels. This should translate into sharp visuals and vibrant colours, especially for streaming and gaming. Under the hood, the phone is said to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ chipset, paired with LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. On the software side, the device is expected to run Android 16 out of the box, with Vivo promising five Android OS updates and a lengthy seven years of security patches — something that will likely appeal to long-term users.
- Cameras appear to be one of the biggest highlights of the Vivo X200T. The phone is said to feature a triple rear camera setup, led by a 50MP Sony LYTIA LYT-702 sensor with optical image stabilisation and Zeiss Super Photo Sensitive branding. It is joined by a 50MP Samsung JN1 wide-angle camera and a 50MP Sony LYT-600 periscope lens, also tuned with Zeiss optics. On the front, users can expect a 32MP selfie camera.
- Battery life also looks promising. The Vivo X200T is tipped to pack a large 6,200mAh battery, with support for 90W wired fast charging and 40W wireless charging. Connectivity options are expected to include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, eSIM support and a USB Type-C port. The phone is also said to feature a 3D ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner and advanced cooling with a 4.5K nanofluid vapour chamber system.
- Rounding things off, the Vivo X200T is expected to come with IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance and could be offered in Black and Purple colour options. While Vivo has not officially confirmed the launch date yet, the leaked details suggest the X200T could be one of the brand’s most ambitious smartphone launches in India this year.
Sulaiman Khan Ghori exits xAI after interview triggers speculation over internal disclosures
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Engineer Sulaiman Khan Ghori confirms departure from xAI after less than a year
- Ghori's xAI podcast interview fuels exit rumors
- No official statement links Ghori's interview to his departure from xAI
Davos 2026: Long-time India fan Siemens sees huge AI data centre opportunity, says Cedric Neike
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Siemens sees major opportunity in India's AI data centre manufacturing sector
- Global tech firms investing billions in India's AI data centre infrastructure
- Siemens partners with top Indian IT firms to optimize next-gen data centres
PhonePe gets SEBI nod for India's second largest fintech IPO, likely to seek $15-billion valuation
Technology | Updated: Jan 21, 2026
- PhonePe gets SEBI approval for IPO, aiming for $15 billion valuation
- Company plans to raise Rs 12,000 crore via offer for sale
- PhonePe holds 45% UPI market share, processing 10 billion transactions monthly
OpenAI says 2026 will be about turning AI potential into everyday impact
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- OpenAI targets practical AI adoption by 2026, prioritizing usefulness over novelty.
- ChatGPT's broad usage has shifted OpenAI's strategy toward embedded workflows
- OpenAI to expand compute, focus on agents, automation, and enterprise solutions.
Realme is soon launching a phone with 10,000mAh battery in India
Technology | Updated: Jan 20, 2026
- Realme P4 Power launches in India on Jan 29, 2026 with a 10,001mAh Titan Battery
- Phone offers up to 32.5 hours of video streaming on a single charge
- Features bold TransView design and 144Hz display for Gen Z users