Meta claims its own AI also hacked into a third-party service during testing
Meta says its AI model accessed the internet during testing and hacked an organization thanks to a blunder by its evaluation partner.
Samsung QS90H soundbar review: An all-in-one promise fulfilled
The QS90H actually delivers on the all-in-one soundbar promise thanks to new woofers and a unique driver layout.
Nothing Phone 4a Series, Phone 4b Discounts Announced Ahead of the Flipkart Freedom Sale 2026
Nothing has announced new offers on its smartphones as part of the upcoming Flipkart Freedom Sale 2026, bringing discounts on the Nothing Phone (4a) series and the recently launched Nothing Phone (4b). The sale will run from August 7 to August
ColorOS 17 Beta Update Coming to These Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme Devices: India Closed Beta Underway
Oppo has expanded the ColorOS 17 Beta program to more smartphones and tablets in China, while the India Closed Beta continues for select Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme devices. The move comes weeks after the company confirmed that eligible OnePlus and Realme
SpaceX's wandering Falcon 9 rocket has crashed into the moon
The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket used in the January 2025 Blue Ghost mission has crashed into the lunar surface.
Nintendo's Switch 2 console sales just dropped significantly
Nintendo's Switch 2 sales fell ahead of an expected price hike next month.
OpenAI's agents reportedly shared exploits with each other through a messaging board
OpenAI's employees revealed more about the events that culminated in the company's agents hacking Hugging Face on their own.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initially refusing to review it
After refusing to even review it, the FDA has approved Moderna's mRNA seasonal flu vaccine.
JBL Live Buds 4 and Live Beam 4 TWS Earbuds Launched in India: Check Price, Specifications, Features
BL has launched the Live Buds 4 and Live Beam 4 in India, expanding its premium true wireless stereo (TWS) lineup. Both earbuds feature a redesigned Smart Charging Case with a touchscreen display, along with Hi-Res Audio support, adaptive active noise
Vivo has launched the Vivo S2 in India, marking the return of its S-series smartphones after nearly seven years. The handset features a MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo chipset, a 6.83-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP rear camera, and a 7,050mAh battery with
Redmi Note 17 5G Launched in India with 8,000mAh Battery, Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, 120Hz AMOLED Display
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 17 5G in India as the first smartphone in the Redmi Note 17 series. The handset arrives weeks after its debut in China and brings a large 8,000mAh battery, 120Hz AMOLED display, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon
Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 17 with Snapdragon processor
It operates on Android 16 with HyperOS 3 out of the box, and will offer 4 years of software and 6 years of security patches
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new set of features aimed at improving the group chat experience. The latest update introduces @all mentions, enhanced polls, and a simpler way to create subgroups, giving users and administrators more control over conversations. The
Google Assistant Shutting Down Soon: Why Gemini AI is Replacing Your Voice Assistant Next Month
Google is preparing to phase out Google Assistant on several popular mobile devices. The technology giant will replace the older voice helper with Gemini starting on 4 September. The decision marks a significant step in Google's transition toward search-focused generative intelligence.
HP has launched the HP OmniPad 12 in India, introducing a new Android-powered tablet with a detachable keyboard. The device is aimed at students, first-time tablet buyers, small businesses, and professionals looking for a portable productivity device. Powered by a Qualcomm
Garena Free Fire MAX Redeem Codes for August 6, 2026: Get Exciting In-Game Rewards Daily
Dive into the enthralling world of Garena Free Fire MAX, a game that has taken the Indian gaming community by storm, particularly after its predecessor was banned. This battle royale game stands out with its high-quality graphics and captivating gameplay, drawing
Urban Company's Native M3, M3 Pro Water Purifiers Launched in India with Up to 3-Year Filter Life
Urban Company's smart home brand Native has expanded its water purifier portfolio in India with the launch of the Native M3 and Native M3 Pro. The new premium RO water purifiers are designed to reduce long-term maintenance costs by offering filters
Dreame Technology has announced its Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2026 offers, bringing discounts across its range of smart home cleaning and personal care products. The sale will run from August 7 to August 13, with price cuts on robotic vacuum
The $299 Viture Pro 2 are the company's lightest and most comfortable smartglasses yet
Viture is releasing a more compact Mobile Dock Mini for just $99 alongside its new $299 smartglasses.
The Vivo S2 is set to make its debut in India later today, marking the return of the company's S series in India after a six year long hiatus. Ahead of the launch, Vivo has already teased several aspects of the
The Redmi Note 17 5G is set to make its debut in India later today. To recall, the Redmi Note 17 5G was unveiled in China last month alongside the Note 17 Pro 5G, although only the former is arriving in
X's head of product is leaving the company one year after joining
Nikita Bier was the face of some of the platform's biggest changes.
Senate advances the latest Kids Online Safety Act out of committee
The House passed its own version of the contentious KOSA bill in June.
Minecraft is coming to Switch 2 on October 27
Minecraft for the Switch 2 feels like a perfect place for mouse controls, but Mojang hasn't said anything about that feature yet.
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis is stepping down, but will remain with the company
A handful of high-level personnel changes are coming to DeepMind.
Meta apps displayed ads that contained AI-generated CSAM
Researchers identified more than 50 ads on Meta properties that violated the company's policies on child sexual abuse material.
Corsair just introduced new gaming keyboards with a control dial and a mouse with great battery life
Corsair's latest accessories have some handy features and don't cost too much.
Xbox's devastating July was inevitable
It is neither possible nor desirable to own every great independent studio.
Sunbird's iMessage app for Android is back after a major privacy snafu
This was one of the interoperability tools people used before Apple adopted RCS.
Old Reddit could be the next casualty of Reddit's war on AI scraping
The company is also planning to retire its public API.
Google Assistant will vanish from Android phones and connected devices in September
Like birthdays in late May and most of June, it's all about Gemini.
Disney partners with TikTok to bring fan-made shorts to Disney+
Creators will be granted access to a deep library of Disney assets to use in their videos.
YouTube explains its AI slop policy and why some creators won't get paid
YouTube allows AI-generated videos, but they have to abide by a specific set of rules.
Peloton Cross Training Bike+ review: A better connected bike that still demands a premium price
Peloton's new bikes do more to warrant the space they take up in your home.
NASA's PUNCH mission can now accurately predict when solar storms will hit Earth
NASA says its PUNCH mission has greatly advanced the prediction of solar storms.
Netflix Finally Streams In 4K On Google Chrome, But Only If Your PC Ticks Every Box
For years, watching Netflix in 4K on a Windows PC meant opening Microsoft Edge or Netflix's own Windows app, even if Chrome was the browser you lived in all day. That restriction appears to have lifted, and Chrome can now push
GTA 6 launches on November 19, and Rockstar has priced it at Rs 5,999 for the Standard Edition and Rs 7,499 for the Ultimate Edition in India, which is actually one of the cheapest prices anywhere in the world, since only
Realme is gearing up to expand its Realme 16 lineup in India with the launch of the Realme 16x 5G. The upcoming smartphone will join the recently announced Realme 16 series and succeed last year's Realme 15x 5G. Positioned in the
boltt is Launching a 4G Phone in 2026, and its Reason Says a Lot About India's Smartphone Market
Every piece of data from the last six quarters says the same thing about the bottom of the Indian smartphone market, which is that it has been quietly disappearing. The sub-Rs 15,000 segment, which for the better part of a decade
OpenAI and Anthropic models went on a hacking spree when tested by the UK's AI research institute
The UK AI Security Institute says OpenAI's and and Anthropic's models engaged in deceptive behavior and harmful activity during testing.
iQOO has officially confirmed that the iQOO Z11 will launch in India on August 20, 2026. The upcoming smartphone will succeed last year's iQOO Z10 and is expected to strengthen the brand's presence in the competitive mid-range segment. Ahead of the
MasterCraft brings CarPlay and Android Auto to its pontoon boats
If you're searching for an on-water nav app that also includes tunes, WhatsApp and other apps, there's finally a solution.
Why Samsung's Experience Chief Wants You to Stop Thinking About Galaxy AI
At a roundtable in London this month, a day after Samsung showed off its new foldables, its watches and a pair of smart glasses coming later this year, the most interesting line of the afternoon was about something Samsung would rather
boAt Storm Call 4 Review: This Type-C Charging Smartwatch Gets the Basics Right
The boAt Storm Call 4 (Rs 1,599) does not arrive with a long list of firsts. It has one: it is the first smartwatch in India to charge over a standard USB Type-C cable. No magnetic dock, no proprietary clip. Just
ASUS has expanded its Indian laptop lineup by launching the new Chromebook CX15. This ChromeOS device targets students, young professionals, and first-time buyers needing daily computing. This launch also marks a major retail shift for ASUS in India. The brand is
Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for August 5, 2026: Get Access to the Latest In-game Loot
Embark on a gaming journey with Garena Free Fire MAX, a title that has become a staple in the Indian gaming community, especially after the ban of its predecessor. This battle royale game, known for its stunning graphics and engaging gameplay,
Vi Spotify Premium Prepaid Plans Launched: Price, Validity, Benefits Explained
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded its partnership with Spotify by introducing three new prepaid recharge plans bundled with Spotify Premium. Until now, the music streaming benefit was limited to select Vi postpaid users, but prepaid subscribers can now enjoy the same
Skullcandy has expanded its premium audio portfolio in India with the launch of the Aviator 900 ANC over-ear headphones. Best known for its affordable earbuds and headphones, the brand is now targeting the premium segment with a feature-rich offering that combines
Motorola Edge 70 Neo India Launch Confirmed: Here's Everything We Know So Far
Motorola could soon expand its Edge 70 series with a new compact smartphone. The unannounced Motorola Edge 70 Neo has been spotted on an official Lenovo India registration page, strongly hinting that its India launch is just around the corner. The
Texas governor orders audit of new data centers after realizing over 400 gigawatts of power is a lot
The state already hosts more than 500 data centers.
The Saudi-led $55 billion takeover of EA has closed
Electronic Arts is once again a privately held company, but it's saddled with $20 billion in new debt.
Pavel Durov claims there's a potential systemic risk for platforms with user-generated content.
Perplexity has successfully overturned Amazon's injunction on its AI shopping bot
Amazon's public fight with Perplexity over online shopping started in November 2025.
We just got our first real look at how small X's ad business is
Advertisers seem to be spending a whole lot less than they used to on the platform.
Xbox's free 25th anniversary gifts include a dynamic theme and avatars
Xbox's free 25th anniversary gifts include a dynamic theme and avatars.
DOJ extracts $3.2 million from OpenAI over hiring discrimination allegations
DOJ extracts $3.2 million from OpenAI over hiring discrimination allegations.
Apple caps bug bounty program due to deluge of AI submissions
Apple caps bug bounty program due to deluge of AI submissions.
NJ antitrust suit accuses Amazon of unlawfully wielding power over delivery contractors
NJ antitrust suit accuses Amazon of unlawfully wielding power over delivery contractors .
BMW is forcing a weird Spider-Man ad onto its dashboard displays
BMW is forcing a weird Spider-Man ad onto its dashboard displays
Windows 11 Home Vs Pro: What's the difference, and is it worth the upgrade?
Most Windows 11 users don't need to bother with the Pro version of Microsoft's operating system.
CMF announces its first pair of open-ear earbuds for under $100
CMF announces its first pair of open-ear earbuds for under $100.
exFAT vs NTFS: What's the difference between these formats?
exFAT is best for cross-platform usage.
2026 Lexus ES 500e first drive: A classy sedan with a slow charge
Lexus' latest luxury sedan is priced right and drives great, but feels like it's built around outdated EV tech.
New Samsung TVs will support HDR10+ Advanced streaming on Prime Video starting this month
The main features of HDR10+ Advanced include Enhanced Overall Brightness and Intelligent Motion Smoothing.
You have no reason not to watch Babylon 5 now that it's free on YouTube
Babylon 5 is being released, episode by episode, for free, on YouTube. You should watch it
PlayStation 5 Is Rs 69,990 In India And Still Out Of Stock: Here's What Sony India's MD Said
Sony India managing director Sunil Nayyar has addressed the PS5 shortage in the country in an interview with The Economic Times, saying stocks will return but declining to say when. The comments arrive at a point where the console is both
You can now bug your WhatsApp group chats with an @all ping
Surely nobody you know will overuse this...
Never put your phone in the refrigerator here's why
Condensation plus electronics are a bad combo.
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition review: A capable ultralight laptop that's way too expensive
There's a lot to like about the Yoga Slim 7i, but the current price is a bit too steep.
Reliance Jio has launched its new Jio Home Packs starting at Rs 400 per month. The new service offers high-speed Wi-Fi, television, and OTT streaming. This launch aims to consolidate household digital expenses into a single monthly bill. This initiative targets
Apple is working on a seamless copy-paste experience between iPhones and Windows PCs
Apple is developing seamless copy-paste between iPhones and Windows PCs, but it's unclear if it will be available outside the EU.
Logitech has launched the MK250 Bluetooth Mouse and Keyboard Combo and the K250 Bluetooth Keyboard. The company says the new products are aimed at first-time wireless users and combine Bluetooth connectivity, compact design, familiar comfort and durable build quality for work,
Lava has expanded its audio portfolio in India with the launch of the Probuds Xplore 25 TWS earbuds. The new earbuds stand out with a 1.69-inch colour TFT display built into the charging case, allowing users to access key information without
POCO M8 Power Launched in India with Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, 120Hz AMOLED Display, 8000mAh Battery
POCO has expanded its M-series smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the POCO M8 Power. The new mid-range smartphone is aimed at users looking for exceptional battery life, offering a massive 8,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and
Apple Seeks Preliminary Injunction Against OpenAI in Trade Secrets Case
Apple last month sued OpenAI and the two former employees, both now working for OpenAI, alleging misappropriation of its trade secrets to benefit the ChatGPT-owner's foray into consumer hardware
Google has officially dropped the first teaser for its highly anticipated Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold, marking the tech giant's third ambitious leap into the foldable market. Slated for a global launch on August 12, 2026, at a major New York
Motorola could soon expand its G-series smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the Motorola G Max. According to a recent leak, the company is expected to introduce the smartphone around August 15, targeting the competitive mid-range segment ahead of
Boltt Teases First Smartphone Launch in India: Flipkart Availability Confirmed
Fire-Boltt is officially entering India's smartphone market under its new Boltt brand. After confirming its plans to launch smartphones earlier this year, the company has now announced the debut date of its first handset. Ahead of the launch, a dedicated Flipkart
OPPO F35 5G Series Could Debut in India in Early September: OPPO Find X9s Pro Expected to Tag Along
Oppo could soon expand its smartphone portfolio in India with the launch of the Oppo F35 series, according to a new leak. The upcoming F-series smartphones are tipped to debut in the country around the end of August or early September,
Amazon is developing a Warhammer 40,000 animated show
And of course, Henry Cavill is involved.
The Anbernic RG SP will be available on August 5
This modern-day Game Boy Advance SP remake starts at $65, but Anbernic is offering early bird pricing.
Xbox 360 games are reportedly coming to PC as well
Like Sony, Xbox may be laying the groundwork for an all-digital future.
The pros and cons of using Apple AirTags
AirTags are great, but there are competing trackers that offer handy features and unique form factors.
Gemini Spark now has Chrome web-browsing capabilities
Google's AI assistant can use your logged-in accounts and saved passwords to handle tedious web errands.
Samsung says it's banning smart TV apps that expose users' internet connections
Samsung says it's banning smart TV apps that expose users' internet connections.
Best wireless earbuds for 2026
It's safe to say the wireless earbuds space is pretty saturated. We've tested and reviewed dozens of models; these are our top picks.
Smartwatch vs smart ring for health tracking: The difference between these two wearables
Deciding between a smartwatch or a smart ring? Here's what to know.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: Nice upgrades, but not quite ultra
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's new processor, brighter screens and chassis tweaks are nice, but the updates don't do enough to earn the 'ultra' tag.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Is Samsung's Patience With Foldables Finally Paying Off
Samsung showed off its first foldable in 2019 and left a lot of people in awe, myself included. I spent the next three years waiting for a turn with one, and finally got it with the Galaxy Z Fold4 in 2022.
