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Android
Xiaomi 18 Series Leaks Reveal Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Chips 200MP Periscope Camera and Major Flagship Upgrades
Early Xiaomi 18 series leaks suggest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processors, possible 200MP periscope cameras, LPDDR6 RAM support, and refined compact flagship design. Here is everything we know so far about Xiaomi’s next premium smartphones.
Lava Yuva Star 3 Price Specifications and Features Explained Best Budget Phone Under Rs 10000
Lava Yuva Star 3 has launched in India with Android 15 Go Edition, IP64 rating, 6.75-inch 90Hz display, Unisoc octa-core processor, 13MP camera and 5000mAh battery. Check price, full specifications, features and availability.
Samsung Galaxy F70e Launched in India With 6000mAh Battery Six Years Updates and 50MP Camera
Samsung Galaxy F70e is launched in India with a 6.7-inch 120Hz display, Dimensity 6300 chipset, 50MP camera, 6000mAh battery, and six years of software updates. Check price, specs, features, and sale details.
Google Introduces Mandatory Developer Verification for Android Apps, Even Outside Play Store
Google is rolling out mandatory developer verification for all Android apps, including those installed outside the Play Store. This major policy change, starting next year, aims to reduce malware, improve app security, and hold developers accountable.
YouTube Tests AI Editing on Shorts Without Creator Consent
YouTube is experimenting with AI-powered edits on Shorts videos without creator consent, raising concerns about transparency, authenticity, and trust. Here’s what creators need to know.
Google Pixel 10 Series Set to Launch on August 20
Google will unveil the Pixel 10 series on August 20, featuring Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold with Tensor G5, Android 16, and upgraded cameras.
Google Gemini Adds New Personalization and Temporary Chat Features
Google Gemini introduces new personalization and Temporary Chat features, giving users smarter, tailored responses with added privacy options. Updates rolling out first to Gemini 2.5 Pro.
Perplexity Shocks Tech World with $34.5 Billion Unsolicited Bid to Acquire Google Chrome
Perplexity has made an unsolicited $34.5 billion bid to acquire Google Chrome, promising $3 billion in investments if successful. Here’s what this bold move means for the browser market.
OpenAI Removes 'Make This Link Discoverable' Feature After Privacy Scare
OpenAI has removed ChatGPT's ‘Make this link discoverable’ feature after sensitive conversations became visible on Google. Here’s what happened, why it matters, and what users should do.
Google Is Quietly Turning Android into a Full Desktop OS with Android 15’s Linux Terminal App
With Android 15’s new Linux Terminal app, Google is transforming Android into a desktop-class OS. Discover how it enables development, runs GUI apps, and may soon compete with Windows.
Google Adds Video Overviews to NotebookLM
Google adds Video Overviews to NotebookLM, letting users create narrated visual slideshows from their documents. Here's how this feature makes research more engaging.
Google Photos Rolls Out Creative Editing Tools with Photo-to-Video and Remix Features
Google Photos introduces AI-powered Photo-to-Video and Remix tools with a new Create tab, SynthID watermarks, and one-tap anime, comic, and 3D transformations for creative sharing.
Meta Rolls Out New WhatsApp Anti-Scam Tools to Protect Users from Message Frauds
Meta has launched new anti-scam tools on WhatsApp to combat rising fraud attempts. Learn how scam centers operate and how to stay safe using Meta’s Pause, Question, Verify approach.
How Secure Are Chat Apps Like WhatsApp, Signal, and Telegram?
Wondering how secure your chat apps really are? This in-depth guide breaks down the privacy and encryption of popular messaging apps, helping you choose the safest way to communicate.
Dance of Hillary Virus Warning Goes Viral on Whatsapp but Experts Call It Fake
A viral WhatsApp message warns users in India about the so-called 'Dance of Hillary' virus, claiming it steals personal data but cybersecurity experts confirm it's a hoax. Learn the truth and how to stay safe online.
Meta Restricts Apple Intelligence Features in WhatsApp and Other Popular Apps
Meta has blocked Apple Intelligence features like Writing Tools and Genmoji in WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, raising concerns over tech competition and data privacy.
WhatsApp Voice Message Transcription Feature Set to Get Major Update
WhatsApp is rolling out new manual controls for its voice message transcription feature on iPhones, offering improved privacy, better user control, and enhanced accessibility. Learn how it works, supported devices, and when it will launch globally.
WhatsApp Will Soon Let Users Share Status Updates Directly as Stories on Instagram and Facebook
What you need to Know Initially launched in 2020 for Facebook and Instagram, Meta\u2019s Account Centre now integrates with WhatsApp,...
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Android 16
Google Rolls Out Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3.1 for Pixel Devices
Google has released Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3.1 for Pixel devices, bringing back the familiar location pin icon and fixing 24 bugs. The update improves stability, notifications, Wi-Fi, foldables, and more ahead of the stable rollout in September 2025.
Nothing OS 4.0 Update Based on Android 16 Set to Launch This Autumn with Phone (3) First in Line
Nothing OS 4.0 based on Android 16 is set to roll out between September and November 2025. Here's what to expect, including specs of the new Nothing Phone (3), its launch in India, and more.
Samsung Rolls Out Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta for Galaxy S25 Series in India and Poland
Samsung has rolled out the Android 16-based One UI 8 Beta for Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra in India and Poland. Discover the new features, installation steps, and everything you need to know.
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