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
Apple may skip iPhone 18 launch at the September event
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple may drop its standard iPhone model from its lineup as early as next year
- Future launches could be staggered, with Pro models debuting in the fall
- New iPhone Air may replace standard model, emphasizing thinness and lightness
Ex-Nvidia engineer leaves Elon Musk’s xAI just nine months after building Grok Imagine
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Engineer Zeeshan Patel exits xAI after 9 months, contributed to Grok Imagine tool.
- Patel was first hire for xAI's video team, led development of Grok Imagine v0.9
- Grok Imagine now creates millions of videos daily on X and the Grok app
Google brings Gemini to Maps for walkers and cyclists, not just drivers
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Google Maps adds hands-free assistant for walking and cycling routes
- Users can ask questions or send messages without leaving navigation or typing
- Update rolls out globally on iOS and Android where Gemini is available
iOS 26.3 quietly signals Apple’s openness to deeper third-party AI integration
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- iOS 26.3 allows deeper integration for third-party AI apps like Google's Gemini
- Gemini AI Plus subscription offers higher usage limits for $7.99 per month
- NotebookLM now integrates with Gemini on iPhone for enhanced workflows.
X hints at edited image labels but leaves key questions unanswered
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Elon Musk hints X may label edited or altered images, but details remain unclear
- No technical or policy specifics on how X will identify manipulated media
- X not listed as a member of industry standards group C2PA
Apple makes its second-biggest acquisition ever with $2 billion AI audio bet
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple acquires AI audio startup Q.ai for around $2 billion
- Q.ai tech enables devices to detect whispered speech and non-verbal cues
- Q.ai founders, including Aviad Maizels, will join Apple as part of the deal
AirTag 2 teardown suggests Apple has quietly hardened the speaker against removal
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- AirTag 2 features a more securely attached speaker to deter misuse and tampering
- Apple adds hardware-level privacy tweaks to prevent unwanted tracking
- Early teardown confirms tougher speaker removal compared to original AirTag
iPhones might soon pick up emotions from your face, thanks to Apple’s AI deal
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple acquires Israeli AI startup Q.ai, valued at around $1.6 billion
- Q.ai tech may help future iPhones read facial expressions and emotions
- All Q.ai employees, including CEO Aviad Maizels, will join Apple
India should stop obsessing over generative AI, focus on sector-specific models, says IT secretary S Krishnan
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- India urged to focus on sector-specific AI for productivity, beyond generative AI
- Smaller AI models can enhance healthcare, education, manufacturing, and agriculture.
- India aims to be a global hub for AI applications and open data collaboration
Clawdbot explained: The AI assistant everyone is suddenly obsessed with
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Clawdbot is an open-source AI assistant that runs locally on users' computers
- Offers control and memory, but setup needs technical skill and caution.
- Clawdbot is popular among developers for its customization and transparency
Mozilla’s Mark Surman wants a ‘rebel alliance’ to challenge Big AI’s grip on the future
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Mozilla president Mark Surman forms "rebel alliance" to challenge AI giants
- Mozilla aims to fund open, transparent AI with $1.4 billion in reserves
- Mozilla Ventures has invested in over 55 companies to promote trustworthy AI
Haier launches Lumière colourful 4-door refrigerator range in India, price starts at Rs 83,990
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Haier launches Lumière 4-door refrigerators in India, starting at Rs 83,990.
- Available in Pearl White, Mauve Pink, Rosette White, glossy or matte finish.
- Convertible storage, digital controls, and quiet operation for modern homes.
Galaxy Unpacked 2026 invite leaked: Suggests Galaxy S26 series will arrive on...
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Samsung Galaxy S26 series may launch globally on February 25, 2026
- Three S26 models expected, with "Cobalt Violet" as a key colour option
- Galaxy Buds 4 series may debut, with early bird offers for black variant buyers
Redmi Turbo 5 and Turbo 5 Max launched in China with up to 9,000mAh battery
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Redmi Turbo 5 and 5 Max launched in China with big batteries, fast charging
- Turbo 5 Max: 9,000mAh battery, Dimensity 9500s chip, 120Hz OLED display
- Both models run HyperOS 3, start at CNY 1,999, and are China-exclusive for now
BSNL introduces 365 days plan with unlimited calling and OTT benefits
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- BSNL launches Bharat Connect prepaid plan: 365-day validity, 2.6GB daily data
- Superstar Premium broadband plan price cut to Rs 799 per month with OTT access
- 20% off on 12-month advance payment for Superstar Premium plan
Tim Cook says Visual Intelligence is the most used Apple Intelligence feature on iPhones
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Tim Cook says Visual Intelligence is the most popular Apple Intelligence feature
- Most users with supported iPhones actively use Apple Intelligence features
- Live Translation praised for aiding multilingual communication
2.5 billion devices and counting: Apple’s ecosystem keeps getting bigger
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple now has 2.5 billion active devices in use worldwide
- Active device growth boosts Apple's services and recurring revenue
- iPhone demand remains central to Apple's record revenue and profit
OpenAI confirms GPT-4o 'retirement', citing low usage and focus on new models
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- OpenAI to retire GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, and o4-mini from ChatGPT soon
- Only 0.1 percent of users chose GPT-4o daily; most now use GPT-5.2
- API access to retired models remains unchanged for developers
Apple’s record $143.7 billion quarter shows why the iPhone still runs the show
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple posted record revenue of $143.7B and net profit of $42.09B for the quarter
- iPhone revenue hit $85.27B, setting all-time records in every major market
- Services revenue reached $30.01B, growing 14 percent year over year
Apple sees ‘huge opportunity’ in India, revenue at record high, says CEO Tim Cook
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Apple's record quarterly revenue in India driven by strong iPhone, Mac, iPad sales.
- Apple's market share in India reached an all-time high, with double-digit growth
- Apple opened its fifth store in India and plans further expansion in Mumbai
Ahead of India–US talks, IN-SPACe asks space startups to flag regulatory roadblocks
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- IN-SPACe seeks feedback from Indian space firms on US regulatory hurdles
- Input will guide India's stance at upcoming space commerce meetings with the US
- Key areas: export controls, licensing, and trusted supplier recognition
Google India's gross FY25 ad revenue rises 11.3% to Rs 34,742 crore
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Google India's gross ad revenue rose 11.3 percent to Rs 34,742 crore in FY25
- Net ad revenue dipped 2 percent due to higher payouts for ad space
- Revenue rose 3 percent YoY to Rs 6,115.9 crore; net profit steady at Rs 1,436.9 crore
Devialet reveals Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108db and Phantom Ultimate 98db in India: Features, price and availability
Technology | Updated: Jan 30, 2026
- Devialet Phantom Ultimate speakers launch in India, available Sept 17, 2025
- Two variants: 108 dB up to Rs 4,82,999, 98 dB up to Rs 2,32,999
- Features include ADH amplification, SAM, HBI, AVL, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
Apple paid $851 million in fines last year, and critics say regulators still lack teeth
Technology | Updated: Jan 29, 2026
- Apple fined $851 million in 2025, down from $2.1 billion the previous year
- Critics say fines are just days of Apple's cash flow, weak as a deterrent.
- Big Tech firms paid $7.8 billion in fines, less than a month of combined revenue
Oracle’s value is cut in half from 2025 peak as AI caution rises
Technology | Updated: Jan 29, 2026
- Oracle shares have dropped over 50 percent from last year's all-time high
- Market value fell by $463 billion amid AI concerns and OpenAI links
- Oracle's AI data center spending and credit risk raise investor concerns
Amazon layoffs deepen as internal messages reveal which teams were cut
Technology | Updated: Jan 29, 2026
- Amazon is cutting around 16,000 corporate roles across retail and AWS divisions
- Layoffs affect key teams like Prime, Delivery Experience, Bedrock, and Redshift
- US, UK, India staff receive 90 days pay, benefits, and severance packages.
Microsoft drops most since 2020 amid slowing cloud growth
Technology | Updated: Jan 29, 2026
- Microsoft shares fell 11% after record spending and slower Azure cloud growth
- Capital expenditures rose 66% to $37.5B, exceeding analyst estimates
- Sales and profit beat expectations, boosted by OpenAI investment
Google takes its low-cost AI Plus subscription global, launches at $7.99 per month in the US
Technology | Updated: Jan 29, 2026
- Google AI Plus plan launches globally, adding 35 new countries and territories
- Plan costs $7.99/month in the US, with lower prices in emerging markets
- Subscribers receive Gemini, Nano Banana Pro, 200GB storage, and family sharing.
Halide co-founder Sebastiaan de With returns to Apple as part of Human Interface Design team
Technology | Updated: Jan 29, 2026
- Halide co-founder Sebastiaan de With joins Apple's Human Interface Design team
- De With previously worked at Apple on iCloud, MobileMe, and Find My app
- His return signals Apple's focus on strengthening in-house design talent