iPhone 17 under Rs 70,000, iPhone 16 at Rs 50,000 and more at Vijay Sales’ extended Apple Days sale
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Vijay Sales extends Apple Days sale till January 8, 2026 for Apple product deals
- iPhone, MacBook, iPad, Watch, and AirPods get discounts and bank offers
- AppleCare+ plans up to 20 percent off; loyalty points on select iPhone purchases
Asus announces price hike on PCs as memory costs surge ahead of CES 2026
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Asus to raise prices on select PC products starting January 5, 2026
- Price hike due to rising DRAM and NAND flash costs amid global memory shortage
- Affected products include laptops, desktops, gaming PCs, and graphics cards
L'Oréal showcases a skin-like flexible mask at CES 2026: All the details
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- L'Oréal unveiled three new beauty tech devices at CES 2026, including LED masks
- The LED Eye Mask is ultra-thin, flexible, and uses red and near-infrared light
- Infrared Multi-styler styles hair under 320°F to minimize damage.
Want to stop Grok from using your data and photos to generate content? Here’s what you need to do
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Grok AI faces controversy for generating intimate photos of women and minors
- Users can disable X-based personalisation in Grok settings for privacy
- Disabling personalisation limits Grok's use of X profile and activity data
ChatGPT, Gemini draw ad dollars as AI chatbots give search engines a run for their money
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Brands now track visibility on AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini
- Answer engines drive higher conversion rates, up to 30-35 percent
- AI enables real-time ad optimization, but human expertise remains essential
Bharat Taxi app now live in Delhi NCR: Is it cheaper than Uber and Ola? Let’s find out
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Bharat Taxi app launches in NCR, offering fare stability and a cooperative model
- App has crossed 400,000 users, adding 40,000-45,000 daily in recent days
- Fare test shows Uber was cheapest, Bharat Taxi focuses on consistent pricing
Vivo to launch two new phones in India, likely Vivo X300 FE and Vivo X200T
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Vivo set to launch X300 FE and X200T smartphones in India soon
- Both phones feature compact 6.31-inch OLED screens and high-end camera setups
- X300 FE may cost Rs 60,000; X200T around Rs 55,000 and could be online-only
Mercedes at CES 2026: Unveils new MBUX Hyperscreen and AI-powered in-car entertainment
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Mercedes-Benz unveils all-electric GLC SUV with advanced software at CES 2026
- New GLC includes AI MB.OS, MBUX Hyperscreen, and MB.DRIVE assistance.
- Dolby Atmos audio and video streaming partnerships expand entertainment options.
Budget 2026: Space startups flag tax hurdles, seek early government orders
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Space startups seek simpler rules and early government purchase commitments
- Industry calls for targeted tax reforms and specific HSN/SAC codes for space tech
- Budget hopes focus on early demand and easing tax and regulatory barriers
Man loses 27kgs in 3 months using 7 ChatGPT prompts
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Hasan lost 27kg in 3 months using ChatGPT prompts for fitness and nutrition
- He used AI meal plans, home workouts, and daily accountability prompts.
- His story shows structure is key to sustainable weight loss over motivation.
CES 2026: Samsung pitches “Companion to AI Living” vision, turning screens and appliances into AI partners
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Samsung positions AI as a philosophy for unified, personalised tech experiences
- Vision AI Companion makes TVs active home participants with cross-device features
- AI appliances enhance meal planning, health tracking, and insurance benefits.
Google engineer Jaana Gogan says what took up to 1 year to code, Claude built that in 1 hour
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Claude Code built a distributed agent system in one hour from a brief prompt
- Google engineer says AI coding agents are evolving rapidly, aiding workflows
- AI tools can now restructure codebases, but expert oversight remains essential
Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for January 5, 2025: How to redeem to get free in-game items
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Garena Free Fire MAX players can unlock rewards using daily redeem codes
- Redeem codes offer free skins, weapon cosmetics, and bonuses for a limited time
- Codes must be redeemed via the official Rewards Redemption website, not in-game
LG unveils the world’s thinnest OLED TV at CES 2026, just 9mm thick and truly wireless
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- LG unveils world's thinnest OLED TV, the wireless OLED evo W6, at CES 2026
- OLED evo W6: Hyper Radiant Color, 3.9x brightness, Reflection Free tech
- TV: 4K 165Hz, NVIDIA G-SYNC, webOS, Voice ID, LG Shield security
Thinner discounts, higher prices: smartphone buyers face fresh squeeze in 2026
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Smartphone prices in India up 5–21% since mid-November; more hikes expected.
- Samsung, Vivo, Oppo, Nothing hike prices in the new year, reduce promotions
- Higher component costs and a weaker rupee have led to the hike across segments
Digital payments hit year’s highest levels in December as consumer confidence returns after GST cuts
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Most digital payments hit highest transaction volume and value in December
- Credit and debit card transactions fell 15 percent from September's peak
- December's digital payments grew in line with a 9 percent nominal GDP increase over December 2024
Q3 results: From muted growth to AI deflation, 5 factors to watch out for in IT earnings
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- India's IT sector sees a slow Q3FY26 due to furloughs and cautious client spending.
- Margins remain under pressure from wage hikes and seasonal inefficiencies
- AI adoption grows but offers limited near-term revenue impact
Instagram adds background music to carousel posts, giving photo updates a new audio twist
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Instagram now lets users add background music to photo carousel posts
- Music plays during follower interactions with carousel images, boosting photo sharing.
- The feature aims to boost engagement without pushing users toward video formats
BSNL rolls out VoWiFi calling across India: What it means, how it works and who can use it
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- BSNL launches Voice over Wi-Fi service nationwide for improved connectivity.
- VoWiFi lets users call and text over Wi-Fi, aiding those in low-signal areas.
- No extra charges; calls use the phone's default dialler and existing plan.
Apple’s rumoured budget MacBook for 2026: Expected Size, chip, price and launch date
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- Apple may launch a low-cost MacBook under $1,000 in early 2026
- New MacBook expected to use A18 Pro chip and a standard LCD display
- Device for students and home users offers strong battery life and performance
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal spotted with mystery device on his temple, internet calls it ‘brain gadget’
Technology | Updated: Jan 05, 2026
- Deepinder Goyal's wearable device Temple tracks brain blood flow in real time
- Goyal invested $25M in research; experts doubt the device's scientific value
Arattai comes to Android TV with New Year update: Features, setup process and what users can expect next
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- Arattai launches Android TV app for richer video calls and meetings at home
- Users can join, schedule, and view meetings directly from their smart TV
- External USB cameras and mics supported for full video and audio functionality
Google spent 1 year on a task, Claude Code did it in 1 hour, says Google engineer
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- Google engineer: Anthropic's Claude Code equaled a year's work in one hour
- Claude Code built a multi-agent AI system from a brief public prompt
- AI coding tools now rebuild entire codebases, far outpacing expectations
Elon Musk doesn't want Bill Gates to babysit his kids: Here’s why
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- An old clip reignites the Musk vs Gates feud over child welfare and Epstein ties
- Musk criticizes Gates' comments on USAID, calling him a "huge liar"
- Gates has apologized for his past association with Jeffrey Epstein
Samsung Galaxy S26 and Fold 8 leaks point to same pricing, lighter designs and a February flagship launch
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- Samsung to launch Galaxy S26 series on Feb 25, with three models expected
- Prices for Galaxy S26, Z Fold 8, and Z Flip 8 to remain unchanged despite costs
- Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 tipped for lighter designs and bigger batteries
Robots can feel pain soon? New electronic skin brings human-like reflexes closer to reality
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- City University of Hong Kong develops electronic skin for safer humanoid robots
- Skin detects gentle touch vs harmful force, triggers rapid protective reflexes
- Damaged skin sections can be quickly replaced using magnetic modules
GTA Online holiday update explained: How to get the Progen Luiva, free vehicles and seasonal rewards
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- GTA Online holiday update adds Progen Luiva supercar and festive login rewards
- Players get free festive items, bonuses, and discounts from Dec 23 to Jan 7
- Seasonal events, double payouts, and new vehicles available for a limited time
Apple’s iPad roadmap for 2026: What to expect from Air, mini and the entry-level model
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- Apple to refresh nearly all iPad models in 2026 with incremental upgrades
- iPad Air to get M4 chip, improved connectivity, and brighter display options
- iPad mini may get OLED display, A19 Pro chip in first major update since 2024
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
Elon Musk reacts to Grok creating inappropriate images: 'Anyone using Grok to make...'
Technology | Updated: Jan 04, 2026
- Musk says users, not Grok AI, are responsible for illegal content creation
- India orders X to remove obscene Grok-generated content and submit action report
- Regulators urge AI misuse moderation, opposing Musk's neutral tool view.