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Ahead of its official unveiling this year, a new Android 17 leak has revealed a modern, blurred UI, a redesigned screen recorder, native app lock, and other major changes in the upcoming Android operating system.
Snap Inc. has announced the formation of Specs Inc. as a wholly owned subsidiary, formalising its long-term efforts in smart eyewear and spatial computing.
Knight shared a farewell note on X reflecting on building OpenAI’s security programme from the ground up, with CEO Sam Altman responding publicly to acknowledge his impact.
Apple has released the third beta of iOS 26.3, introducing easier switching from iPhone to Android, notification forwarding to third-party wearables, and new privacy controls for location data.
Sonos has quietly introduced Amp Multi, a new multi-zone streaming amplifier that lets users connect traditional speakers to their wireless audio systems using eight amplified outputs for large residential audio installations.
Samsung appears to be raising prices on its cheapest smartphones, with early retail leaks suggesting a steep jump for the Galaxy A07 5G in India. The move points to the ongoing global RAM shortage finally hitting low-end devices, where manufacturers have little room to absorb rising component costs.
Citing new Ipsos research, Google says India now tops daily Gemini usage for learning. To build on that momentum, the company has announced fresh partnerships, investments, and AI-powered education tools aimed at students, teachers, and institutions.
A new rumour suggests Apple is developing ultra-thin Face ID hardware for an upcoming iPhone model. If true, this could remove the long-standing space constraints that have kept Face ID off the Mac and open the door for future MacBooks with facial authentication.
Samsung has announced a new Galaxy privacy layer that limits on-screen visibility in public spaces, offering app-level controls, protected PIN entry, and notification masking through combined hardware and software safeguards.
Xiaomi is set to launch the Redmi Turbo 5 in China with a 2K OLED display, MediaTek Dimensity chipset, large battery, fast charging support, and upgraded cooling, ahead of its official announcement.
The payments firm reverses a Rs 57 crore loss from last year, driven by higher margin business and 29% growth in gross transaction value.
Google is rolling out a new Search experience that lets users move directly from AI Overviews into AI Mode conversations. The update also makes Gemini 3 the default model powering AI Overviews worldwide, signalling Google’s push to turn Search into a more interactive, AI-driven product.
Here is a step-by-step guide explaining how users can move from the mAadhaar app to the new Aadhaar app, transfer profiles safely, and understand what changes during the switch.
Amazon has agreed to pay an additional $309.5 million to consumers as part of a wide-ranging settlement over claims that customers were not properly refunded for returned products. The deal pushes the total value of refunds and remedial measures beyond $1 billion.
Wobble has launched its new X Series and K Series smart TVs in India, offering big sound, sharp picture quality and Google TV features at affordable starting prices. Here’s what you need to know.
The reductions, amounting to about 4% of staff, will largely affect managerial positions in ASML’s IT and tech departments, CEO said.
Meta has begun blocking links to ICE List, a website that tracks immigration enforcement activity and names government agents, raising questions about privacy, safety, and free speech on social media.
UIDAI has launched a revamped Aadhaar app, bringing offline verification, selective data sharing, digital updates for mobile number and address, and multi-profile support to reduce misuse and improve user control.
A new report suggests Apple could debut its next-generation M6 chip much sooner than anticipated, despite the M5 lineup launching only recently. The claim raises questions about which product could be first to feature the new silicon.
Nothing Phone 4a Pro is expected to feature a 5,080mAh battery with 50W fast charging, based on certification listings, pointing to changes in battery life, charging cycles, and software support
A new watchdog report says Apple and Google are still hosting apps that can digitally undress women, raising serious questions about user safety, consent, and how strictly app store rules are enforced.
Intelligence is created when applications are embedded into real workflows and operate at scale rather than through models or tokens in isolation, Nvidia's managing director for South Asia Vishal Dhupar has said
Ubisoft continues to plan further layoffs after closing multiple of its studios and cancelling multiple games. Now, the firm is planning a massive reduction in its workforce at its Paris headquarters, proposing to cut as many as 200 roles.
A Reuters report alleges Meta ignored internal safety warnings and allowed minors to access AI chatbots capable of sexual interactions, triggering a major legal battle and renewed scrutiny over child safety on Facebook and Instagram.
Google has announced new theft protection features for Android devices, making it harder for thieves to access personal data and financial apps. Here’s a simple explainer on how the new Android security tools work and what users need to know.
OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Prism, a collaborative tool designed for scientific writing and research, enabling teams to co-author papers, manage workflows, cite sources, and streamline peer review using AI globally.
Apple CEO Tim Cook sent an internal memo urging de-escalation, empathy, and dignity after ICE-related killings, reassuring employees and reiterating Apple’s values while avoiding commentary on law enforcement actions or political specifics.
Touted as the “mother of all deals”, the FTA is being assessed by the $283-billion IT, tech, and services industry as a medium-term structural positive rather than an immediate demand trigger.
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to arrive later this year with a refined design, a new A20 Pro chip, camera upgrades including a variable aperture, improved battery life, and Apple’s next-generation C2 modem.
Apple has added a new privacy feature in iOS 26.3 that lets users limit how precisely their location is shared with cellular networks. The setting is exclusive to devices using Apple’s own modem and works without affecting signal quality or emergency services.
Google Photos is upgrading its Photo to video feature with support for custom prompts and automatic audio generation. The update builds on last year’s rollout and brings the experience closer to Google’s latest generative video tools.
The rollout comes just days after Meta was sued over alleged false claims about WhatsApp’s privacy protections, putting fresh attention on how the platform handles user security.
In an internal Slack message seen by The New York Times, Altman called for a clearer distinction between deporting violent criminals and broader enforcement, while urging political leaders to restore trust through transparency.
An internal Amazon email sent in apparent error has fuelled expectations of another round of job cuts, with cloud and retail divisions now firmly in the spotlight as the company continues to streamline its workforce and double down on AI-driven efficiency.
The company says chats remain end-to-end encrypted and inaccessible to WhatsApp or Meta. Elon Musk, Telegram CEO have publicly claimed that WhatsApp chats aren't really safe.
The image-sharing platform says the layoffs will fund AI-powered products and reduce costs tied to office space
Email to platforms flags early rollout of key rules after January 22 consultations
Ahead of the February 1 Union Budget, a Moneycontrol Mood of India Inc Survey shows industry prioritising comprehensive semiconductor policies covering R&D and future technologies over narrow manufacturing incentives.
The survey shows that 53.2% of respondents expect significant disruption from AI in terms of ROI, use case adoption, and skills, while 46.8% anticipate moderate disruption.
The new option, rolling out on Tuesday and called “Strict Account Settings,” is a one-click button in WhatsApp’s settings that activates a series of defenses.
Deloitte’s latest enterprise AI report highlights a widening gap between the rapid adoption of AI agents and the lack of safety and governance frameworks.
Google has agreed to a $68 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging that its voice assistant recorded private conversations without user permission and shared related data for advertising purposes. The company has denied any wrongdoing.
Google Cloud’s global director for games, Jack Buser, argues AI should be treated as a powerful tool that enhances human creativity rather than replacing it, and predicts 2026 will be the year studios scale AI across entire development workflows.
Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan has called himself “addicted” to Anthropic’s Claude Code, highlighting how AI-powered coding tools are rapidly reshaping software development and the role of engineers.
Apple has quietly introduced a second-generation AirTag without making the name obvious. Fortunately, there is a simple and reliable way to tell the new AirTag apart from the original by checking the text etched on the back.
A test by a Washington Post columnist shows ChatGPT Health can misinterpret Apple Watch data, delivering inconsistent and inaccurate health assessments that conflict with medical reality.
Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 and iPadOS 12.5.8 for a limited set of older devices, extending the security certificate required for iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation beyond January 2027.
Google is slowly laying the groundwork for major Android Auto upgrades, including Gemini replacing Google Assistant, video app support, widgets, a long-awaited light theme, and deeper vehicle integration.
Gmail on iPhone and iPad is rolling out a new Google Photos picker that makes it easier to attach photos and videos directly from a user’s Google Photos library without extra permissions or authentication.
Blinkit has launched the NCMC Bharat Yatra Card priced at Rs 50, offering zero-KYC onboarding, RuPay support, and UPI top-ups to enable metro and bus travel across multiple Indian cities
