X to get new algorithm for posts; Musk says it will be open source to help users understand changes
Technology | Updated: Jan 12, 2026
- Elon Musk to open source X's recommendation algorithm in 7 days
- Algorithm code and updates will be released every 4 weeks with developer notes
- Move aims to boost transparency and help users understand post visibility on X
Blaupunkt launches BH71 Moksha Hybrid ANC headphones with 360° spatial audio and gyro head tracking in India
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Blaupunkt BH71 headphones feature 360° spatial audio with gyro head tracking
- Moksha Hybrid True ANC uses quad AI mics for real-time noise cancellation
- Available soon in India via Amazon, Flipkart, and Blaupunkt website
Apple iPhone 18 series display details revealed: Here’s what’s changing
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- iPhone 18 series may get LTPO OLED 120Hz displays across all models
- Pro models tipped to feature redesigned under-display cutout area
- Apple has not confirmed these leaks; final specs may change before launch
Google to start making Pixel, Pixel Pro and Pixel Fold phones in Vietnam
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Google to develop and build premium Pixel phones in Vietnam, shifting from China
- Pixel A series will still be developed in China for now
- Move aims to reduce reliance on China amid global trade tensions
US giant State Street Investment Management to pump in Rs 580 crore in Groww AMC
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- State Street invests $65 million in Groww AMC to boost asset management business
- Groww AMC remains a wholly owned subsidiary after the investment
- Transaction expected to complete within six months pending approvals
Amazon is automatically upgrading some users to Alexa Plus and not everyone is happy
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Amazon auto-upgraded some Echo devices to Alexa Plus for Prime members
- Users can revert to old Alexa by saying "Alexa, exit Alexa+"
- Alexa Plus faces criticism for slower responses and increased advertising
WhatsApp for iOS may soon suggest exact stickers through emojis in chats: Here’s how
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- WhatsApp tests sticker suggestions based on emoji in latest iOS beta
- Feature shows relevant stickers near text bar for quicker chatting
- Currently limited to beta testers on iOS and Android platforms
Budget 2026: Retailers flag grey-market leakages, seek GST cut on entry-level smartphones
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Retailers seek 5% GST on smartphones under Rs 10,000 to boost sales
- AIMRA seeks crackdown on grey-market exports and misuse of cashback schemes
- Retailers propose IMEI-level tracking to curb tax leakages and policy misuse
Pax Silica explained: From critical minerals to fabs, what’s in it for India?
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- US invites India to join Pax Silica for secure silicon and AI supply chains
- India's entry may ease tech bottlenecks, cut reliance on China for minerals.
- Joining Pax Silica could boost India's semiconductor, AI, and mineral sectors.
Google expected to launch Pixel 10a in February: All the details
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Google may launch Pixel 10a in February, earlier than previous A-series releases
- Pixel 10a expected in 128GB and 256GB, with new Berry color option
- Design and chip upgrades likely minimal, similar to Pixel 9a
Jeff Bezos says AI firms are wasting billions by building their own data centres
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Bezos: Private AI data centers are flawed and unsustainable
- AI infrastructure will move to centralized cloud platforms for better efficiency.
- AI data centres may match Japan's electricity use by 2030
TCS voluntary exits outside restructuring tops 22,000 in 2 quarters on slower pace of hiring
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- TCS headcount dropped by 30,000 in two quarters, mainly from non-restructuring exits.
- TCS keeps hiring on campuses and laterally despite restructuring and exits.
- HCLTech's headcount stable, influenced by selective hiring and attrition.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 may come with a crease-less display: Key details
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and foldable iPhone use similar OLED tech, differ in support.
- Samsung uses metal for durability; Apple chooses glass for clarity and uniformity
- Both devices to launch in H2 with unique camera setups
OpenAI may be working on AI-powered earbuds with built-in ChatGPT support
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- OpenAI developing AI earbuds "Sweetpea" to compete with Apple AirPods
- Earbuds may provide real-time conversation, translation, and ChatGPT-based help.
- Foxconn prototypes may arrive before full-scale launch in 2028.
Razorpay-backed POPclub's UPI transactions slump as incentive pullback hits hard
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- POPclub's UPI transactions fell 85 percent after ending cashback incentives
- POPclub shifts to merchant-funded rewards, prioritizes quality customers over cashbacks
- Razorpay invested $30 million in POPclub to expand its consumer UPI offerings
Apple says developers have earned $550 billion from the App Store since 2008
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- App Store developers earned $550B since 2008, with rapid growth since 2021.
- Apple Pay processed over $100 billion in merchant sales in 2025
- Apple TV and Music saw record engagement and subscriber growth
Zoho announces its first data centers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Zoho opens first Middle East data centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
- UAE facilities ensure data sovereignty and meet global security standards
- Zoho invests AED 100M to enhance cloud services and digital transformation in UAE
Tata Punch facelift comes with bigger display, 8 speaker music system and 65W fast charging: All the details
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Tata Punch facelift adds larger touchscreen with wireless Android Auto, CarPlay.
- New tech includes 360-degree cameras, auto-dimming mirror, rain-sensing wipers
- Features like Clima Touch AC, air purifier, and iTPMS boost comfort and safety
iOS 26 upgrades Messages with long-overdue group chat tools and more
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- iOS 26 adds typing indicators, polls, and Apple Cash to group chats in Messages
- Group chat backgrounds can now be customised and shared with all participants
- Adding unknown group members to contacts is now simpler with a new button
Taiwan issues arrest warrant for OnePlus CEO Pete Lau over illegal hiring allegations
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Taiwan issues arrest warrant for OnePlus CEO Pete Lau over illegal recruitment
- OnePlus allegedly hired over 70 Taiwanese engineers via a shell company
- Case highlights Taiwan's crackdown on covert tech recruitment by Chinese firms
Why Amazon bought Bee and what it reveals about the future of AI assistants
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- Amazon acquires Bee, an AI wearable startup, to expand its consumer AI strategy
- Bee device records and summarizes conversations, acting as a mobile AI companion
- Bee and Alexa complement each other, targeting outside and home environments.
How to hide your location with a VPN and access geo-blocked content from anywhere
Technology | Updated: Jan 14, 2026
- A VPN lets you bypass location restrictions and improves online privacy.
- VPNs mask your IP by routing traffic through servers in different locations.
- Paid VPNs are safer than free ones and offer better privacy and speed.
Apple Health app may get its biggest update yet with redesign, food tracking and videos in iOS 26.4
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- Apple Health app to get major redesign and new features in iOS 26.4 update
- Food and meal tracking tools may be added for better nutrition monitoring
- Apple plans a health-focused video service with expert-led educational content
Google tests personalised ads inside Search AI Mode with new ‘Direct Offers’ pilot
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- Google tests Direct Offers, displaying discounts in AI-driven search chats.
- Ads appear only when AI detects users are close to making a purchase decision
- Petco, e.l.f. Cosmetics, and Shopify merchants are testing the new feature.
Face ID on iPhone is slow or not working? This hidden iOS setting can improve accuracy
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- Apple's Alternate Appearance boosts Face ID reliability for changing looks
- Add Alternate Appearance in Face ID for improved recognition in tough conditions.
- Face ID with Mask lets users unlock phones while wearing face coverings
Bill Gates says artificial intelligence will reshape society more than any human invention
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- Bill Gates says AI will surpass all previous inventions in societal impact
- He warns AI poses major risks, including bioterrorism and job disruption
- Gates urges governments to proactively manage AI's development and regulation
X down globally: Users are unable to access posts, timelines, and direct messages
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- X faced a global outage affecting timelines, posts, and messages
- Downdetector showed a sharp spike in outage reports across regions
- No official response from X on the cause or resolution of the disruption
Mark Zuckerberg announces Meta Compute to scale AI infrastructure and power capacity
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- Meta launches Meta Compute to boost AI infrastructure for long-term growth
- Meta to build tens of gigawatts of energy capacity for AI this decade
- Santosh Janardhan, Daniel Gross, and Dina Powell McCormick to lead Meta Compute
Gigabyte launches Aorus GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card at CES 2026
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- Gigabyte reveals Aorus RTX 5090 GPU with Blackwell architecture at CES 2026
- New WINDFORCE HYPERBURST cooling system with compact design for improved compatibility
- Targeting gamers, creators, AI users; pricing and availability TBD.
Apple launches Creator Studio, an all-in-one subscription bundling pro creative apps at Rs 399 per month
Technology | Updated: Jan 13, 2026
- Apple launches Creator Studio, a subscription for pro creative apps on all devices
- Includes Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and more
- New AI features, family sharing, and discounted rates for students and educators