How to check if your smartphone is hacked using this simple code
Technology | Updated: Dec 30, 2025
- Call-forwarding scams divert calls, messages, and OTPs without user knowledge.
- Dial #21# to check if calls or messages are being forwarded to another number
- Use ##002# to instantly disable all call forwarding on your smartphone
AI shines in a dull quarter for Indian IT giants
Technology | Updated: Jan 17, 2026
- AI adoption in Indian IT shifts from experimentation to operational deployment
- AI revenue and digital services now make up nearly 60 percent of sector revenue
- Hiring focuses on AI-ready talent, but high salaries remain rare for freshers
ChatGPT to begin testing ads in US as OpenAI accelerates revenue push
Technology | Updated: Jan 17, 2026
- OpenAI to test ads in ChatGPT for free and Go users in the US soon
- Ads will be labeled, won't influence ChatGPT responses, and won't use user data
- ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Business users won't see ads
SC ruling on Tiger Global's tax case could lead to scrutiny on all Mauritius-related investments before 2019
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Supreme Court orders Tiger Global to pay tax on Flipkart share sale gains
- Verdict may prompt other investors to reassess past gains and tax liabilities
- Tax authorities to scrutinize Mauritius-based investment exits more closely.
Replit AI allows users create apps for iPhone in seconds with text
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Replit's AI lets users build iPhone apps from text prompts, no coding needed
- Apps can be monetised via Stripe and tested on iPhones using Expo Go
- Users must ensure apps meet Apple's privacy and security requirements
Apple iPhone 17e likely to gain Dynamic Island notch instead of notch, but will miss out on 120Hz
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Apple iPhone 17e may launch globally next month with Dynamic Island design
- iPhone 17e expected to feature A19 chip and 6.1-inch 60Hz OLED display
- Pricing likely to remain at $599 or Rs 59,990, similar to iPhone 16e
Samsung Galaxy S26+ to come with a virtually unchanged display and improved wireless charging
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Samsung Galaxy S26+ will have minimal upgrades over S25+, mainly in specs
- Device keeps same 6.66-inch AMOLED display, 4900mAh battery, and 45W charging
- Possible new chipset and Qi2 wireless charging support may be added
Casting movies and shows on TV is dead, at least for Netflix users
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Netflix drops mobile casting for most smart TVs and streaming devices
- Casting now works only on select Chromecast models and a few smart TVs
- Users must now control Netflix playback directly on their TV or streaming device
iPhone prices drop at Vijay Sales Republic Day Sale 2026, starting at Rs 47,490
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Vijay Sales Republic Day Sale begins Jan 17; big discounts on Apple products
- iPhones start at Rs 47,490, with instant bank discounts up to Rs 20,000
- MacBooks and iPads also on sale; loyalty points add extra value for buyers
Want to live forever? Elon Musk has an AI plan that could preserve your story forever
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Elon Musk suggests digital immortality with AI-based Grokipedia biography database
- Personal stories could be sent into space, preserving memories beyond Earth
- No launch date yet, but Musk claims "Immortality can be yours!"
Realme Buds Air8 and Pad 3 go on sale in India: Price, features and availability
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Realme Buds Air8 and Pad 3 go on sale in India from January 16, 2026 at 12 noon
- Buds Air8 with AI ANC, dual drivers, priced at Rs 3,599 for first sale
- Pad 3: 2.8K display, AI tools, starts at Rs 24,999 with bank discounts
BGMI Redeem Codes for January 16, 2026: Claim free Smiling Pal Backpack and other in-game rewards
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- BGMI releases new redeem codes for exclusive rewards, valid until Feb 28, 2026
- Smiling Pal Backpack is the highlight reward for January 16 code drop
- Each code can be redeemed by 10 players; claim via BGMI's official website
iQoo Z11 Turbo with 200MP camera and 7,600mAh battery launched in China
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- iQoo Z11 Turbo launched in China with 200MP camera and 7,600mAh battery
- Features Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 144Hz AMOLED display, and fast charging
- No official announcement yet for India or global release
Elon Musk’s Tesla will stop offering one-time purchase option for self-driving software to help meet $1 trillion pay package target
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Tesla to replace one-time FSD purchases with subscriptions starting Feb 14, 2026.
- The move aims to boost recurring revenue and meet Musk's compensation milestones
- Customers must subscribe for FSD access; permanent ownership option will end
iPhone Air gets massive price cut in Amazon Great Republic Day sale: 4 reasons why this is a great buy and 1 reason to skip
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Apple iPhone Air discounted to Rs 95,499 in Amazon Great Republic Day Sale
- Extra Rs 3,000 coupon and exchange offer can lower price by up to Rs 44,000
- Premium design, A19 Pro chip, strong camera, but eSIM-only may deter some buyers
Instagram creators can now translate and lip-sync reels in Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Marathi
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Instagram adds AI voice translation for Reels in 5 new Indian languages
- Reels now support dubbing and lip-syncing in Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi.
- New Indian fonts for video edits include Devanagari and Bengali-Assamese scripts
Why a 16-year-old iPhone is suddenly trending again among young users
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Interest in the iPhone 4 has surged, driven by nostalgia and its simple features
- Searches for buying the iPhone 4 have jumped by nearly 1,000 percent
- Experts warn of security risks due to outdated software and lack of support
Google announces TranslateGemma, its new open translation models to take on ChatGPT Translate
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Google launches TranslateGemma, open translation models for 55 languages
- TranslateGemma offers local deployment and open weights for developers
- Models support text and image translation, available on Kaggle and Hugging Face
How to create viral Gemini AI Aura Farm horse images: Step-by-step guide and prompts you should know
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Aura farm images trend on Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts for portraits
- Google Gemini is used to turn personal photos into aura farm–style images
- Clear photos, precise prompts, and gradual refinements yield best results
“Only months behind…” Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis issues stark warning on China’s AI rise
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Chinese AI models are now only months behind US and Western counterparts
- China's DeepSeek and tech giants have released strong, cost-effective AI models
- True innovation, not catching up, is the main challenge for Chinese AI firms.
OpenAI seeks to calm investors before public legal fight with Elon Musk
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- OpenAI warns investors of Musk's likely outlandish claims ahead of April trial
- OpenAI confident in lawsuit, values it no more than Musk's $38M donation
- Judge ruled Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI will proceed to trial in California
Delhi man shares how he escaped a Rs 28,000 Amazon COD scam after receiving a suspicious call
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Delhi man avoids ₹28,000 scam by trusting instincts during fake delivery call
- Scammer targeted COD orders for expensive items like phones and TVs
- Official delivery agent confirmed scam; always verify before handing over cash
xAI is being sued by Ashley St Clair, mother of one of Elon Musk’s sons for Grok generated bikini images of her
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Ashley St Clair sues xAI over Grok generating explicit deepfake images of her
- Lawsuit alleges Grok generated sexualized images of minors despite safeguards.
- Case could influence AI regulation and accountability for non-consensual content.
A Dhurandhar 2025 for Bollywood, makes a strong comeback with record collections
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Hindi films earned Rs 5,504 crore in 2025, highest in 13 years.
- Original Hindi films made up 93% of the box office, up from 69% in 2024.
- Dhurandhar is now the highest-grossing Hindi film, boosting overall earnings.
Anthropic appoints former Microsoft leader Irina Ghose as India MD
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Irina Ghose named Anthropic India MD, previously with Microsoft India
- Anthropic to open Bengaluru office, focusing on AI applications in India.
- India is Claude's second-largest market, with strong technical AI usage
Amazon Great Republic Day 2026 sale is now live for Prime members: Checkout deals on smartphones from Apple, Samsung, OnePlus and more
Technology | Updated: Jan 16, 2026
- Amazon Great Republic Days 2026: Smartphone deals for Prime members in India
- Apple, Samsung, OnePlus, Redmi, Realme, and iQOO phones feature major discounts
- Sale includes premium, mid-range, and budget models with limited-time price cuts
Indian government issues important security warning for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users
Technology | Updated: Jan 15, 2026
- CERT-In warns of Windows 10 and 11 flaw exposing sensitive system information
- Vulnerability affects DWM component, risking data leakage for local users
- Users urged to install latest Microsoft security updates to protect systems
Tata Punch 2026, new Sierra and Seltos 2026 comes with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay: How to enable it and start using it
Technology | Updated: Jan 15, 2026
- 2026 Tata Punch, Sierra, and Kia Seltos offer wireless Android Auto and CarPlay.
- Wireless projection allows cable-free access to maps, calls, and apps on infotainment screens.
- Setup requires Bluetooth and Wi-Fi; connects automatically after initial pairing
How to use YouTube’s new tools to limit Shorts viewing time for your kids
Technology | Updated: Jan 15, 2026
- YouTube lets users set daily time limits for Shorts on mobile devices
- An on-screen reminder appears when the chosen Shorts time limit is reached
- Users can dismiss reminders, maintaining control over viewing habits.
Google Pixel 10a European price leaked ahead of rumoured launch: All the details
Technology | Updated: Jan 15, 2026
- Google Pixel 10a may launch on February 17, earlier than previous models
- Leaked pricing: €500 for 128GB, €600 for 256GB; design similar to Pixel 9a
- Expected specs: 6.3-inch OLED, Tensor G4 chip, 5,100mAh battery, Android 16