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Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) assistant on Android is getting a new upgrade and users will now be able to access it and get it to perform certain tasks even when the device is locked. While the AI-powered virtual assistant was able to respond on the lock screen earlier, completing any tasks required invoking Google Assistant.

The Delhi High Court has refused to interfere with TRAI’s recommendation for imposing a penalty of Rs. 1,050 crore on two Vodafone companies for allegedly denying inter-connectivity to Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd (RJIL) under an Interconnection Agreement executed between them. The high court noted that the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s (TRAI) October 21, 2016

Google Pixel 9 series — comprising the purported Google Pixel 9, the Pixel 9 Pro, the Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold — is expected to be unveiled at the company’s upcoming Made by Google event scheduled for August 13. Design renders, key features, as well as possible price ranges of the purported

Instagram on Tuesday announced a new multi-track audio feature for Reels that is rolling out to users. The development comes days after Instagram head Adam Mosseri stated that the video and image sharing platform would prioritise short-form content over long videos. With the rollout of the improvement to Instagram Reels, users can now add multiple audio

Apple has been granted a new patent for a ‘ranking’ system of public Wi-Fi networks, depending on the quality of the connection and its security. As per the filing, it could potentially enable the iPhone maker to implement a new way of identifying Wi-Fi networks in public places without needing to identify the user and

After a long time, OnePlus decided to revive its smartwatch lineup in 2024 with the launch of its all-new OnePlus Watch 2. The device arrived with many firsts. Most important of these was its unique dual-engine architecture (two processors paired with two operating systems) driven by its quest to provide better battery life on a

In order to curb the menace of pesky calls and sms, telecom regulator TRAI has directed service providers to develop a unified digital platform in two months to seek, maintain and revoke customers’ consent for promotional calls and messages. In the first phase, only subscribers will be able to initiate the process to register their

HMD Global, the Finnish mobile manufacturer and the parent company of Nokia, may be gearing up to launch two smartphones in India soon. The HMD Crest and Crest Max will be the first-ever smartphones launched by the company in the country. While no details have been revealed, HMD is hosting an event on July 25,

WhatsApp for Android is testing a new feature which may let users transcribe voice messages, according to a report. It was spotted by a feature tracker in a beta version of the WhatsApp app for the Android platform. With this, users may be able to generate transcriptions for voice messages they have sent and received.

Apple on Sunday approved UTM Slow Edition (SE) on the App Store, making it the first PC emulator to be listed on its app marketplace. The decision came a month after the Cupertino-based tech giant rejected the application of the PC emulator, citing its existing policy. Notably, the company said it would only allow emulators for

Oppo Find X8 series could soon be launched by the company, according to details shared by a tipster. The upcoming series is said to include three models — the Oppo Find X8, Find X8 Pro and Find X8 Ultra. While the launch details of the purported Find X8 series are still under wraps, a new leak has

India’s cabinet on Wednesday approved an Rs. 89,000 crore ($10.79 billion) revival package for loss-making Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) to help the state-owned telecom operator deploy 4G and 5G services in a market dominated by private players. “With this revival package, BSNL will emerge as a stable telecom service provider focused on providing connectivity

Prime Day is just around the corner, offering tech enthusiasts and savvy shoppers the perfect chance to grab top-tier smartphones at unbeatable prices. This sale is the ultimate opportunity if you want to upgrade your device without breaking the bank. Among the standout options, the OnePlus 12R shines with its blend of high performance, stunning

X (formerly Twitter) may be testing a new feature aimed at increasing engagement on the platform by allowing users to downvote posts on iPhone. According to claims on social media, the feature may appear as a ‘dislike’ option in the form of a heartbroken icon, instead of a Reddit-like downward arrow. The experiment was first

An investigation by India’s antitrust body has found that Apple exploited its dominant position in the market for app stores on its iOS operating system, engaging “in abusive conduct and practices”, a confidential report seen by Reuters showed. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has been investigating Apple Inc since 2021 for possibly abusing its

Honor MagicPad 2 was launched by the company on Friday alongside a more affordable tablet from the company, the Honor Pad 9 Pro. The newly unveiled MagicPad 2 is powered by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and features an OLED display, while the Honor Pad 9 Pro runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC

China firmly opposes some EU countries’ ban on Huawei and said the European Commission has no legal basis nor factual evidence to prohibit the Chinese telecom giant, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday. ZTE, also singled out by EU industry chief Thierry Breton as a high-risk vendor, criticised the move to ban its

Honor Magic Vs 3 was unveiled in China on Friday as the latest book-style foldable smartphone from Honor. It is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and is offered in three colour options. The Honor Magic Vs 3 comes with a slim profile; depending on the colour variant, the phone measures 9.7mm in

WhatsApp is said to testing a new feature that enables users to translate messages in other languages, according to claims by a feature tracker. The live translation feature is said to work through on-device processing and may use Google’s live translation technology. It was reported in a beta version of the WhatsApp for Android app.

Google is introducing a new initiative that makes transferring data from Google Photos to iCloud Photos easier, the company announced on Wednesday. To achieve this, the Mountain View-based tech giant has teamed up with Apple to bring support for iCloud Photos to Google’s data portability initiative – Google Takeout – enabling seamless transfer of media

OnePlus 12R will be shortly available in a new colourway in India, the Chinese tech brand confirmed on Wednesday (July 11) through a social media post. The handset debuted in January alongside the OnePlus 12 in Cool Blue and Iron Gray colour options with a starting price tag of Rs. 39,999. The OnePlus 12R is

The 5G subscription in India is estimated to have reached about 10 million by 2022 end, and is seen accounting for about 57 percent of mobile subscriptions in the country by the end of 2028, making it “the fastest growing” 5G region globally, according to Ericsson Mobility Report.  With the launch of 5G services in

HMD Arrow has been in the rumour mill for quite some time now. The Finnish brand was preparing to launch the device under its own brand in India. Now, HMD officially confirmed that the handset will be unveiled with a different name. While HMD remains tight-lipped about the launch timeline, rumours suggest that it will

Instagram – Meta Platforms’ photo and video-sharing social media app – will focus on short-form content rather than long videos, according to Adam Mosseri, head of the company. It is part of the company’s “core identity” of connecting people with friends, while also helping them explore their interests. Although long-form videos can still be uploaded

Spotify for Podcasters – the all-in-one podcasting platform – introduced a new ‘Comments’ feature on Tuesday. This interactive feature is said to allow listeners to post comments on podcasts and receive replies from podcasters, enabling more engagement. Alongside Comments, the app has also been revamped and it now delivers real-time performance updates for podcasts alongside

Lava Blaze X 5G was launched in India on Wednesday as the latest 5G smartphone from domestic smartphone brand Lava. The new handset is equipped with a 120Hz curved AMOLED display and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. It was earlier rumoured to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC. The Lava Blaze

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced a new RedX postpaid plan, which now includes Netflix subscription as an additional benefit. It also includes access to four other popular OTT platforms among other benefits. Previously priced at Rs. 1,101, the refreshed plan now costs Rs. 1,201 per month — an increase of Rs. 100. Notably, this upgrade comes

Samsung is holding its annual Galaxy Unpacked event, where it will introduce the next generation of foldables. The company has already confirmed that it will be introducing Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones during the launch event alongside Galaxy Watch 7 and Buds 3 during the launch event. The Samsung Unpacked

WhatsApp Channel verification check marks will soon be updated to a new colour on Android. The visual change was spotted by a feature tracker on a recent beta version of WhatsApp, which suggests that it will soon be rolled out to all users in future. It will make the check marks displayed inside the app

Apple Watch Series 10 might feature a display that is much larger than the company’s current generation model, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The smartwatch is expected to debut later this year as the successor to the Series 9 model that was unveiled in in 2023, and might not arrive with previously reported changes, such