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CERT-In Urges Android Users to Update Smartphones After Google Patches Critical Dolby Vulnerability
CERT-In (or the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) issued a new advisory note (CIVN–2026-0016) on Wednesday, warning Android users about a vulnerability that could be exploited by bad actors to execute code and gain access to their devices remotely. The cybersecurity watchdog advised users to download the January 2026 Android security updat...
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Haier H5E Series 4K Smart Google TVs With Bezel-Less Design Launched in India: Price, Features
Haier H5E Series 4K Ultra HD Smart Google TV has been launched in India, and is available exclusively via Flipkart in screen sizes up to 65 inches. The lineup focuses on 4K picture quality, a bezel-less design, and smart TV features powered by Google TV. It includes HDR10 support, MEMC for smoother motion, 20W speakers with Dolby Audio, dual-band W...
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Flipkart Republic Day Sale 2026: Deals on iPhone 16, Pixel 10, and More Phones Revealed
Flipkart Republic Day Sale 2026 has started revealing the deals and discounts on various smartphones, including the iPhone 16, Google Pixel 10, Motorola Edge 60 Fusion, Vivo T4 series, Nothing Phone 3a Pro, and CMF Phone 2 Pro. The sale event, which is still a few days away, will allow customers to maximise their savings while purchasing their next...
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Female Rapido Driver Helps Foreign Tourist Return To Hotel Safely At Night
"Such gestures enhance a traveller's experience and leave a positive impression of the entire country," an X user commented on the viral video.
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Govt Calls Demand for Smartphone OS Source Code Fake, Says Consulting Stakeholders
India has pushed back against a Reuters report that claimed the government was considering strict new smartphone security rules, including source code sharing. PIB Fact Check called the report fake, while Reuters has stood by its story. With no official notification or supporting documents released, the status of the reported proposals remains uncl...
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Google Account Holders Can Now Change Primary Email IDs Without Losing Data
Google account holders can now change their primary '@gmail.com' email addresses to a new address while retaining all data from their existing account, as the tech giant begins a gradual rollout of the feature.
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Samsung Galaxy A07 5G Design Surfaces on Google Play Console, Could Launch Soon
Samsung Galaxy A07 5G has been spotted on multiple certification websites recently, hinting at an imminent launch. Its 4G counterpart was unveiled in the Indian market in October, alongside the Galaxy F07 and Galaxy M07. Now, the Galaxy A07 5G has been spotted on the list of supported devices on the Google Play Console. Moreover, the design of the ...
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Upcoming Smartphones in 2026: iPhone 18 Series, Samsung Galaxy S26 Series, Realme 16 Pro Series 5G, and More
The smartphone calendar for 2026 is already shaping up to be as busy, if not more, compared to recent years. Major brands have planned big releases across price segments, driven by encouraging introductions this year. So, if buying a new smartphone is on your mind in the new year, then it might be prudent to wait a little while. From the iPhone 18 ...
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Google One, Gemini Annual Plan Prices Slashed By Half for Limited Period: Details
Google is offering a limited-time 50 percent discount on the annual Google AI Pro plan for eligible new subscribers in select regions, cutting the first-year price in half. The deal runs until January 15 and includes access to premium features like Gemini 3 Pro, Nano Banana Pro, Deep Research, and 2 TB of cloud storage. A similar 50 percent cut is ...
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Google Launches Emergency Location Service Feature for Android Smartphones in India
Google has activated its Emergency Location Service (ELS) in India for compatible Android devices. Uttar Pradesh has become state in the country to operationalise the functionality by integrating it with its 112 emergency number. Android users can send their "precise" location to emergency service providers by calling or texting the number. The fea...
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Top Tech 2025: Gadgets 360 Staff’s Favourite Picks of the Year
2025 was the year tech got personal. From AI-powered gadgets to smart homes, the next big thing arrived almost every month. Here is a list of tech our staff members actually loved and (some) even used. Keep reading to find out which ones made it to our list.
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H-1B Visa Holders Who Returned To Renew Work Permits Stranded In India
The US State Department, in an email, reportedly informed the Indian workers that their interviews were delayed due to the new social media vetting policy.
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Google Pixel Upgrade Program Launched in India With Assured Buyback of Pixel 10 Series Models
Google has announced the Pixel Upgrade Program in India. It is a new ownership programme to help users gain access to the the latest Pixel phones, such as the Pixel 10 series, with greater convenience. Under the Pixel Upgrade Program, buyers in India can purchase a Pixel phone on a monthly instalment plan with flexible payment options. They can als...
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Flex By Google Pay: Google Partners With Axis Bank to Introduce UPI-Powered, Digital Credit Card
Google Pay has introduced Flex, a UPI-powered, digital co-branded credit card built on the RuPay network, debuting with the Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card. Users can apply within the app, earn instant rewards, and manage payments and repayments directly in Google Pay. The launch is aimed at increasing everyday credit access in India.
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With Freebies, OpenAI, Google Vie For Indian Users And Training Data
OpenAI, Google and Perplexity have begun an unprecedented fight for artificial intelligence users in India, rolling out freebies in a strategy seen as a way to harvest troves of multilingual training data in the world's most populous nation.
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CERT-In Urges Android Users to Update Smartphones After Google Patches Critical Dolby Vulnerability
CERT-In (or the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) issued a new advisory note (CIVN–2026-0016) on Wednesday, warning Android users about a vulnerability that could be exploited by bad actors to execute code and gain access to their devices remotely. The cybersecurity watchdog advised users to download the January 2026 Android security updat...
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Haier H5E Series 4K Smart Google TVs With Bezel-Less Design Launched in India: Price, Features
Haier H5E Series 4K Ultra HD Smart Google TV has been launched in India, and is available exclusively via Flipkart in screen sizes up to 65 inches. The lineup focuses on 4K picture quality, a bezel-less design, and smart TV features powered by Google TV. It includes HDR10 support, MEMC for smoother motion, 20W speakers with Dolby Audio, dual-band W...
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Flipkart Republic Day Sale 2026: Deals on iPhone 16, Pixel 10, and More Phones Revealed
Flipkart Republic Day Sale 2026 has started revealing the deals and discounts on various smartphones, including the iPhone 16, Google Pixel 10, Motorola Edge 60 Fusion, Vivo T4 series, Nothing Phone 3a Pro, and CMF Phone 2 Pro. The sale event, which is still a few days away, will allow customers to maximise their savings while purchasing their next...
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Female Rapido Driver Helps Foreign Tourist Return To Hotel Safely At Night
"Such gestures enhance a traveller's experience and leave a positive impression of the entire country," an X user commented on the viral video.
-
Govt Calls Demand for Smartphone OS Source Code Fake, Says Consulting Stakeholders
India has pushed back against a Reuters report that claimed the government was considering strict new smartphone security rules, including source code sharing. PIB Fact Check called the report fake, while Reuters has stood by its story. With no official notification or supporting documents released, the status of the reported proposals remains uncl...
-
Google Account Holders Can Now Change Primary Email IDs Without Losing Data
Google account holders can now change their primary '@gmail.com' email addresses to a new address while retaining all data from their existing account, as the tech giant begins a gradual rollout of the feature.
-
Samsung Galaxy A07 5G Design Surfaces on Google Play Console, Could Launch Soon
Samsung Galaxy A07 5G has been spotted on multiple certification websites recently, hinting at an imminent launch. Its 4G counterpart was unveiled in the Indian market in October, alongside the Galaxy F07 and Galaxy M07. Now, the Galaxy A07 5G has been spotted on the list of supported devices on the Google Play Console. Moreover, the design of the ...
-
Upcoming Smartphones in 2026: iPhone 18 Series, Samsung Galaxy S26 Series, Realme 16 Pro Series 5G, and More
The smartphone calendar for 2026 is already shaping up to be as busy, if not more, compared to recent years. Major brands have planned big releases across price segments, driven by encouraging introductions this year. So, if buying a new smartphone is on your mind in the new year, then it might be prudent to wait a little while. From the iPhone 18 ...
-
Google One, Gemini Annual Plan Prices Slashed By Half for Limited Period: Details
Google is offering a limited-time 50 percent discount on the annual Google AI Pro plan for eligible new subscribers in select regions, cutting the first-year price in half. The deal runs until January 15 and includes access to premium features like Gemini 3 Pro, Nano Banana Pro, Deep Research, and 2 TB of cloud storage. A similar 50 percent cut is ...
-
Google Launches Emergency Location Service Feature for Android Smartphones in India
Google has activated its Emergency Location Service (ELS) in India for compatible Android devices. Uttar Pradesh has become state in the country to operationalise the functionality by integrating it with its 112 emergency number. Android users can send their "precise" location to emergency service providers by calling or texting the number. The fea...
-
Top Tech 2025: Gadgets 360 Staff’s Favourite Picks of the Year
2025 was the year tech got personal. From AI-powered gadgets to smart homes, the next big thing arrived almost every month. Here is a list of tech our staff members actually loved and (some) even used. Keep reading to find out which ones made it to our list.
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H-1B Visa Holders Who Returned To Renew Work Permits Stranded In India
The US State Department, in an email, reportedly informed the Indian workers that their interviews were delayed due to the new social media vetting policy.
-
Google Pixel Upgrade Program Launched in India With Assured Buyback of Pixel 10 Series Models
Google has announced the Pixel Upgrade Program in India. It is a new ownership programme to help users gain access to the the latest Pixel phones, such as the Pixel 10 series, with greater convenience. Under the Pixel Upgrade Program, buyers in India can purchase a Pixel phone on a monthly instalment plan with flexible payment options. They can als...
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Flex By Google Pay: Google Partners With Axis Bank to Introduce UPI-Powered, Digital Credit Card
Google Pay has introduced Flex, a UPI-powered, digital co-branded credit card built on the RuPay network, debuting with the Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card. Users can apply within the app, earn instant rewards, and manage payments and repayments directly in Google Pay. The launch is aimed at increasing everyday credit access in India.
-
With Freebies, OpenAI, Google Vie For Indian Users And Training Data
OpenAI, Google and Perplexity have begun an unprecedented fight for artificial intelligence users in India, rolling out freebies in a strategy seen as a way to harvest troves of multilingual training data in the world's most populous nation.
