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Google Reportedly Starts Rolling Out Gemini Assistant in Android Auto
Google has reportedly begun rolling out its Gemini assistant to Android Auto, according to a 9to5Google report. The AI-powered assistant was spotted on Android Auto versions 15.6 and 15.7 when connected to select Pixel and Samsung devices. First announced at Google I/O in May, Gemini will replace Google Assistant, offering hands-free, conversationa...
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Samsung Wallet Adds Digital Car Key Support for Mahindra EVs in India: 5 Things to Know
Samsung announced Digital Car Key support in India for Mahindra's XEV 9e and BE 6 electric SUVs. Soon, owners of these vehicles will be able to lock, unlock, and start their car with just their Galaxy smartphones. The Galaxy S series and Z series smartphones launched after 2020 are eligible for keyless entry and ignition.
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Samsung Testing Galaxy AI Call Assist Feature With Automatic Call Screening on One UI 8.5: Report
Samsung’s upcoming “Auto Answer with AI” feature, leaked images of an early One UI 8.5 build suggest. It will likely let Galaxy phones automatically handle calls when users are busy or in Do Not Disturb mode. The AI can answer after a set duration, respond in real time, and provide a transcript afterwards. Users can customise call categories ...
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Motorola Announces Android 16 Update Rollout in India; Edge Series Models to Receive Update First
Motorola announced the rollout of Android 16 in India on Wednesday. The latest software is first arriving on select Motorola Edge 60 series smartphones. The Android 16 introduces a wide range of design, security and connectivity enhancements to the Motorola smartphone. The update include a Notification Auto Grouping feature and Instant Hotspot feat...
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Qualcomm Partners BMW to Bring New Automated Driving System to BMW iX3 SUV
Qualcomm and BMW Group on Friday announced a new assisted driving system, the Snapdragon Ride Pilot, debuting on the recently launched BMW iX3 SUV. As part of the collaboration, Qualcomm designed the Snapdragon Ride SoC, while both companies jointly developed the Snapdragon Ride AD software stack.
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Pioneer VREC-H320SC Dashcam Review: Nails the Basics
The dashcam market in India is now flooded with options. Among the many is the Pioneer VREC-H320SC, which launched earlier this year. On paper, it promises an interesting set of features, including dual-channel support, 1080p video recording, a wide field of view, emergency video recording, and support for ADAS features. But is it worth buying? Let...
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Portronics Beem 540 Smart LED Projector Launched in India WIth 4,000 Lumens Brightness: Price, Specifications
The Portronics Beem 540 is a smart LED projector with 4,000 lumens of brightness, capable of projecting up to 100 inches. It supports 4K content playback and runs on Android 13. It comes with pre-installed OTT apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube. Other key features include a telescopic stand, an LED lamp, auto-focus, vertical auto keystone ...
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Google Pixel Phones Receiving Android 16-Based Monthly Software Update for July 2025: What’s New
Google on Wednesday rolled out the monthly software update for Pixel smartphones. It is based on Android 16 and is said to carry fixes for a couple of bugs discovered in previous iterations. Following the update, Pixel users can expect improved Wi-Fi connectivity and performance. Google said it is also the first Android 16 update for the Pixel 6a a...
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Sony Bravia 5 Series 4K Mini LED TVs With Up to 85-Inch Screen Launched: Price in India, Features
Sony Bravia 5 series of smart TVs has been launched in India, with sizes up to 85 inches. Powered by the XR processor, the TV features XR Backlight Master Drive, XR Contrast Booster 10, and XR Triluminos Pro. It supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and Studio Calibrated Modes, including Prime Video. The lineup also offers Acoustic Multi-Audio, Voice...
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Volvo, Google Deepen Partnership To Advance In-Car Android Experience
Volvo vehicles currently operate using Android 13, but at Google's I/O annual developer conference, the two companies are demonstrating EX90 running on Android 15.
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Xiaomi 15s Pro, Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra, Xiaomi YU7 Launch Date Announced; XRING 01 Chipset Spotted on Geekbench
Xiaomi 15s Pro will be launched in China later this week. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra and the company's latest electric car, Xiaomi YU7, will be launched alongside the new smartphone. Xiaomi's new self-developed chipset, Xring 01 SoC, will be announced during the event. The Xiaomi 15s Pro is confirmed to be the first phone to ship with this new chipset....
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Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC With AI Features, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0
Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC on Thursday. The new mobile platform succeeds the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and offers select Snapdragon Elite Gaming features. It is built on TSMC's 4nm process technology and ships with several AI capabilities. It supports Gen AI assistants and popular large language models(LLMs) running directly on device. ...
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Google Is Expanding Gemini AI to Smartwatches, Android Auto and Smart TVs
Google announced the expansion of Gemini to more Android devices on Tuesday. The announcement was part of The Android Show: I/O Edition, the company’s buildup to the Google I/O 2025 next week. The Mountain View-based tech giant stated that its in-house artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot will be equipped in smartwatches (via Wear OS), smart TVs ...
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Cool Rides: Features That Outshine the Sunroof in Summer Comfort
Sunroofs can add a touch of luxury, but they are not the most effective way to stay cool during the intense summers in India.
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Android Smartphones Get Auto-Restart Security Feature With Latest Google Play Services Update
Google is rolling out a new Android security feature that automatically restarts smartphones left unlocked for three days to protect user data from unauthorised access. This functionality is also expected to arrive on Android tablets. The move mirrors Apple's 'Inactivity Reboot' feature, launched with iOS 18.1 in October 2024, which reboots unatten...
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Google Reportedly Starts Rolling Out Gemini Assistant in Android Auto
Google has reportedly begun rolling out its Gemini assistant to Android Auto, according to a 9to5Google report. The AI-powered assistant was spotted on Android Auto versions 15.6 and 15.7 when connected to select Pixel and Samsung devices. First announced at Google I/O in May, Gemini will replace Google Assistant, offering hands-free, conversationa...
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Samsung Wallet Adds Digital Car Key Support for Mahindra EVs in India: 5 Things to Know
Samsung announced Digital Car Key support in India for Mahindra's XEV 9e and BE 6 electric SUVs. Soon, owners of these vehicles will be able to lock, unlock, and start their car with just their Galaxy smartphones. The Galaxy S series and Z series smartphones launched after 2020 are eligible for keyless entry and ignition.
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Samsung Testing Galaxy AI Call Assist Feature With Automatic Call Screening on One UI 8.5: Report
Samsung’s upcoming “Auto Answer with AI” feature, leaked images of an early One UI 8.5 build suggest. It will likely let Galaxy phones automatically handle calls when users are busy or in Do Not Disturb mode. The AI can answer after a set duration, respond in real time, and provide a transcript afterwards. Users can customise call categories ...
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Motorola Announces Android 16 Update Rollout in India; Edge Series Models to Receive Update First
Motorola announced the rollout of Android 16 in India on Wednesday. The latest software is first arriving on select Motorola Edge 60 series smartphones. The Android 16 introduces a wide range of design, security and connectivity enhancements to the Motorola smartphone. The update include a Notification Auto Grouping feature and Instant Hotspot feat...
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Qualcomm Partners BMW to Bring New Automated Driving System to BMW iX3 SUV
Qualcomm and BMW Group on Friday announced a new assisted driving system, the Snapdragon Ride Pilot, debuting on the recently launched BMW iX3 SUV. As part of the collaboration, Qualcomm designed the Snapdragon Ride SoC, while both companies jointly developed the Snapdragon Ride AD software stack.
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Pioneer VREC-H320SC Dashcam Review: Nails the Basics
The dashcam market in India is now flooded with options. Among the many is the Pioneer VREC-H320SC, which launched earlier this year. On paper, it promises an interesting set of features, including dual-channel support, 1080p video recording, a wide field of view, emergency video recording, and support for ADAS features. But is it worth buying? Let...
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Portronics Beem 540 Smart LED Projector Launched in India WIth 4,000 Lumens Brightness: Price, Specifications
The Portronics Beem 540 is a smart LED projector with 4,000 lumens of brightness, capable of projecting up to 100 inches. It supports 4K content playback and runs on Android 13. It comes with pre-installed OTT apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube. Other key features include a telescopic stand, an LED lamp, auto-focus, vertical auto keystone ...
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Google Pixel Phones Receiving Android 16-Based Monthly Software Update for July 2025: What’s New
Google on Wednesday rolled out the monthly software update for Pixel smartphones. It is based on Android 16 and is said to carry fixes for a couple of bugs discovered in previous iterations. Following the update, Pixel users can expect improved Wi-Fi connectivity and performance. Google said it is also the first Android 16 update for the Pixel 6a a...
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Sony Bravia 5 Series 4K Mini LED TVs With Up to 85-Inch Screen Launched: Price in India, Features
Sony Bravia 5 series of smart TVs has been launched in India, with sizes up to 85 inches. Powered by the XR processor, the TV features XR Backlight Master Drive, XR Contrast Booster 10, and XR Triluminos Pro. It supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and Studio Calibrated Modes, including Prime Video. The lineup also offers Acoustic Multi-Audio, Voice...
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Volvo, Google Deepen Partnership To Advance In-Car Android Experience
Volvo vehicles currently operate using Android 13, but at Google's I/O annual developer conference, the two companies are demonstrating EX90 running on Android 15.
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Xiaomi 15s Pro, Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra, Xiaomi YU7 Launch Date Announced; XRING 01 Chipset Spotted on Geekbench
Xiaomi 15s Pro will be launched in China later this week. The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra and the company's latest electric car, Xiaomi YU7, will be launched alongside the new smartphone. Xiaomi's new self-developed chipset, Xring 01 SoC, will be announced during the event. The Xiaomi 15s Pro is confirmed to be the first phone to ship with this new chipset....
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Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC With AI Features, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0
Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC on Thursday. The new mobile platform succeeds the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 and offers select Snapdragon Elite Gaming features. It is built on TSMC's 4nm process technology and ships with several AI capabilities. It supports Gen AI assistants and popular large language models(LLMs) running directly on device. ...
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Google Is Expanding Gemini AI to Smartwatches, Android Auto and Smart TVs
Google announced the expansion of Gemini to more Android devices on Tuesday. The announcement was part of The Android Show: I/O Edition, the company’s buildup to the Google I/O 2025 next week. The Mountain View-based tech giant stated that its in-house artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot will be equipped in smartwatches (via Wear OS), smart TVs ...
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Cool Rides: Features That Outshine the Sunroof in Summer Comfort
Sunroofs can add a touch of luxury, but they are not the most effective way to stay cool during the intense summers in India.
-
Android Smartphones Get Auto-Restart Security Feature With Latest Google Play Services Update
Google is rolling out a new Android security feature that automatically restarts smartphones left unlocked for three days to protect user data from unauthorised access. This functionality is also expected to arrive on Android tablets. The move mirrors Apple's 'Inactivity Reboot' feature, launched with iOS 18.1 in October 2024, which reboots unatten...
