Google Pixel 10a review: A familiar formula with balanced performance
Technology | Updated: Mar 15, 2026
- Pixel 10a: Balanced specs, 7 years of updates
- 5100mAh battery lasts over a day, supports 30W wired charging
- Camera excels in daylight; Night mode enhances low-light photos.
The Lord of the Rings Online gets Spring Festival: Key details
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- The Spring Festival in LOTRO runs until March 31.
- Players can earn rewards like mounts, outfits, and emotes.
- Quests and activities are found at multiple festival locations.
Xiaomi Pad 8 goes on sale in India with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip and HyperOS 3: Check price, features and more
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Xiaomi Pad 8 goes on sale in India from March 17
- Runs on HyperOS 3 with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset
- Offers improved multitasking and productivity features
Nvidia taps Sarvam, Thinking Machines Lab, Mistral AI for a coalition to advance open frontier models
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Nvidia launches Nemotron Coalition to advance open AI models
- Sarvam, Mistral AI, Perplexity among coalition's founding members
- First project: A base model co-developed by Nvidia and Mistral AI
SC notice to government on DPDP Act challenge shines spotlight on privacy, press freedom
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Supreme Court issues notice on DPDP Act challenge petition
- Petition claims DPDP Act undermines privacy and press freedom
- Concerns raised over government exemptions and weak oversight
Apple iPhone 18 price leaked and this is how much it may cost
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Apple may keep iPhone 18 Pro prices unchanged from iPhone 17 Pro
- Apple absorbing rising component costs to maintain market share
- Foldable iPhone may launch later, starting at around $1,999
Elon Musk pledges to donate any OpenAI legal victory proceeds to charity
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Musk says any legal winnings from OpenAI suit will go to charity
- He alleges OpenAI abandoned its nonprofit mission for profit
- Jury trial set for April 2026 over fraud and breach claims
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight gets a new release date
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight launches May 22, 2026
- Deluxe Edition buyers get early access starting May 19, 2026
- Mayhem Collection DLC adds The Joker, Harley Quinn, and a new story mission
Smartphone PLI 2.0 likely in 3-4 weeks; Apple, Samsung to gain big as industry seeks higher incentives
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Government plans successor to mobile PLI scheme expiring March 31
- New scheme aims for higher outlay and stronger export support
- Policy stability to sustain India's smartphone export growth
Nvidia announces DLSS 5 with AI-powered neural rendering for photoreal visuals in games
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Nvidia unveils DLSS 5 with AI neural rendering for gaming
- DLSS 5 enables real-time photoreal lighting and material details
- DLSS 5 launches this fall, supported by major game publishers
Samsung may end Galaxy Z TriFold sales just months after launch
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Samsung to end Galaxy Z TriFold sales in South Korea on March 17
- TriFold's initial batch sold 3,000 units.
- US sales ongoing until stock depletes, device costs $3,000
BGMI 4.3 update brings Chennai Super Kings-themed items, photo booth experience and collectibles
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- BGMI collaborates with Chennai Super Kings for 4.3 update
- CSK-themed outfits and vehicle skins added to BGMI
- New photo booth feature lets players capture CSK-themed moments
Chrome on Android gets desktop like bookmarks: Here's what has changed for users
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Chrome for Android adds desktop-style bookmarks bar for tablets
- Bookmarks bar appears below address bar for easier access
- Feature available in Chrome version 146 via Settings > Appearance
Nvidia expands autonomous driving deals with Hyundai, Nissan and BYD
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Nvidia partners with Hyundai, Nissan, BYD, Geely for AV tech
- Drive Hyperion platform supports Level 4 autonomous driving
- Industry faces challenges but sees growing momentum for AVs
Apple now considers these two iPhones as obsolete products
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Apple moved iPhone 4 and iPhone 5 to the obsolete category.
- Apple and providers to stop repairs for these models.
- Users must seek third-party repairs for obsolete iPhones.
WhatsApp beta users can now chat with people without WhatsApp accounts
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- WhatsApp tests guest chat feature for messaging non-users
- Guest chats use invitation links and expire after 10 days
- Feature lacks group chats, calls, and media sharing for now
Britannica and Merriam-Webster sue OpenAI over alleged copyright infringement
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Britannica, Merriam-Webster sue OpenAI for copyright violation
- OpenAI accused of using 100,000 Britannica articles to train AI
- Lawsuit claims ChatGPT outputs compete with publishers' content
Apple acquires video effects firm MotionVFX to expand creator services
Technology | Updated: Mar 17, 2026
- Apple acquires MotionVFX to boost Final Cut Pro editing tools
- MotionVFX to aid Apple with advanced visual effects and templates
- Apple aims to enhance its Creator Studio bundle for creative pros
Meta shares jump after report on plans for layoffs of 20% or more
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Meta may lay off 20% of staff to offset AI spending
- Layoffs could save $6 billion and boost earnings by 5%
- Meta's stock rose 3% after the layoff report
OnePlus Nord 6 teased to launch soon, could share similarities with the OnePlus Turbo 6
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- OnePlus Nord 6 launch teased, expected in India soon
- Nord 6 may feature Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and 9,000 mAh battery
- Price could start under Rs 40,000, higher than Nord 5
Curapod review: Wearable therapy device for muscle pain management at home
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Curapod offers wearable light therapy for muscle pain relief
- Device uses photobiomodulation and is approved by CDSCO and FDA
- Compact design and app integration make it practical for home use
Honor X80 GT could launch in China soon, expected to pack a massive 13,080 mAh battery
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Honor X80 GT may feature a massive 13,080mAh battery
- 80W fast charging and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 tipped for X80 GT
- Non-GT variant may offer a 10,000mAh battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 may get bigger battery than the Galaxy Z Fold7
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Galaxy Z Fold8 may feature a 5,000mAh battery, a 13% increase
- Charging speed for Galaxy Z Fold8 remains unconfirmed
- Fold8 to feature 8" OLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Realme 16T, Realme P4R tipped to launch in India soon, colour and storage models revealed
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Realme 16T and P4R smartphones may launch soon in India
- Realme 16T to offer up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage
- Colour options leaked for both Realme 16T and P4R models
Xiaomi Pad 8 goes on sale in India from March 17 starting at Rs 33,999
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Xiaomi Pad 8 goes on sale in India from March 17 at noon
- Starts at Rs 33,999, launch offers reduce to Rs 30,999
- Accessories like Focus Pen Pro and keyboards also available
Valuation, not just war, may have delayed Walmart-backed PhonePe’s IPO plans
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- PhonePe deferred IPO citing market volatility and West Asia war
- Investors say valuation mismatch also influenced IPO pause
- At $7 billion, the valuation is half of its last private funding round
Apple launches AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip and improved ANC in India: Price, features
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Apple launches AirPods Max 2 with improved noise cancellation
- New H2 chip offers Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Translation
- AirPods Max 2 available in five colors, orders start March 25
OpenAI’s proposed ‘adult mode’ sparks internal safety concerns over explicit AI chats
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- OpenAI plans an "adult mode" for explicit ChatGPT conversations
- Advisers warn of risks to mental health and minors' access
- Feature delayed due to technical and safety concerns
Millions of lovesick people are falling for ‘AI psychosis’: What it is and why it is happening
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Experts warn of "AI psychosis" from intense chatbot interactions
- AI chatbots might reinforce biases and emotional reliance.
- Safeguards urged as chatbots grow more human-like and engaging
Who is Aman Gottumukkala? The Indian-origin engineer who joined Elon Musk’s xAI to build coding AI
Technology | Updated: Mar 16, 2026
- Aman Gottumukkala joins Elon Musk's xAI to build coding AI tools
- He co-founded Firebender, an AI assistant for Android coders.
- Firebender generated millions in revenue with a small team