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Nothing Phone 3a Lite Launched With Essential Key, Glyph Light and 5,000mAh Battery: Price, Specifications
Nothing Phone 3a Lite, the latest addition to the Phone 3a lineup, launched globally on Wednesday. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. The handset will go on sale today in select markets via the company's online store. It will be offered in Black and White colourways and ...
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Samsung Said to Be Developing 'Prioritise Notifications' Feature for Galaxy Phones With One UI 8.5
Samsung is said to be testing the next iteration dubbed One UI 8.5, following the wider rollout of Android 16-based One UI 8 in recent weeks,. According to a recent report, the South Korean tech conglomerate is developing a new feature to help prioritise certain notifications on Galaxy smartphones. The feature’s description further reveals that t...
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WhatsApp's Upcoming 'Mention All' Feature for Groups Is Now Available to Beta Testers on Android
WhatsApp is reportedly testing its new “@all” mention feature with select beta testers in the Android 2.25.31.9 update, gradually rolling it out to more users. The feature lets users alert all group members at once, saving time and improving coordination. In small groups, everyone can use it, while in groups with over 32 members, only admins ca...
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CERT-In Highlights Zoom Security Flaws That Could Let Hackers Access Meeting, Sensitive Information
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a notification asking Zoom for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS users to download the latest available update of the app, as multiple vulnerabilities have been found in its particular version. The security flaws allow bad actors to gain unauthorised access to Zoom Rooms and get their ...
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Xiaomi 17 Pro Series Successors to Feature Dynamic Rear Display With Additional Functionality: Report
Xiaomi Group President Lu Weibing reportedly confirmed that future Xiaomi smartphones will continue to feature the Dynamic Back Display. This feature, which was introduced in the Xiaomi 17 Pro series, shows real-time notifications and reminders. Xiaomi is also said to be ramping up its R&D investment for the feature.
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WhatsApp Begins Testing Status Update Notifications on Android: Report
WhatsApp is said to be testing a new feature on its Android beta that notifies users when selected contacts post new status updates. Users can enable alerts directly from a contact’s status via the overflow menu and mute them anytime. Notifications show the contact’s name and a small preview for image or video statuses, allowing quick updates w...
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OriginOS 6 Teaser Hints at Resemblance to iOS 26; Company Reveals AI Features on Vivo X300 Series
Vivo’s OriginOS 6 teaser on Weibo showcases a major UI overhaul for its Android 16-based system, featuring an animated lockscreen clock, translucent numbers, smoother app animations, stacked notifications, and landscape pop-up windows. The update also introduces AI-powered tools like Live Photo AI Erase. Upcoming Vivo X300 series phones will incl...
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Google Reportedly Working on Ability to Share Android Earthquake Alerts With iPhone Users
Google may soon allow Android users to share earthquake alerts with others, including iOS contacts, through messaging apps or social media, with notifications expected to carry the hashtag #AndroidEarthquakeAlerts. An APK teardown also hints at a new Tools icon on the Gemini overlay, providing quick access to features like Veo video tools and image...
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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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Nothing Phone Update Brings Call Recording Feature to Essential Space in Select Regions Including India
Nothing is rolling out the call recording feature through its Essential Space app. This new feature will be available on Nothing Phone 3, Phone 3a, and Phone 3a Pro, in specific regions including India. It can be accessed from the Essential Key or by tapping on “Start recording” notification on the screen.
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Samsung's One UI 8.5 Update Reportedly Includes New Clock Styles, Blurred Effect for Lock Screen Notifications
Samsung will reportedly bring visual changes to the Galaxy series with One UI 8.5. The update is said to offer lock screen improvements and redesigned clock styles. This design tweak is likely to improve readability and customisation. The One UI 8.5 could debut with the Galaxy S26 series early next year.
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Gmail Rolls Out Improved Notifications on Android, Displays Sender Avatars on iOS
Google has rolled out a “Mark as Read” feature for Gmail notifications on Android, letting users quickly mark emails as read without opening them. While it may have a limited impact for those who manage their inbox meticulously, it helps others track read and unread messages efficiently. Users can still open the full email if more details are n...
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WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing Feature Which Lets Users Mute ‘Everyone’ Mentions in Group Chats
WhatsApp is testing a new feature which lets users mute 'everyone' mentions in group chats, as per a feature tracker. The in-development option is said to be available below the mute toggle in the notifications settings on WhatsApp for Android. It is currently under development and is not available even to beta testers who are registered via the Go...
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WhatsApp for iOS Adds Notification Reminders for Messages, Meetings, and Deadlines
WhatsApp has rolled out a new update of its app for iOS, adding a feature that lets users schedule notification reminders for messages. This helps highlight important information and tasks in chats, preventing them from getting lost in active conversations. Currently, the feature is available to select iOS users and is expected to expand in the com...
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Sony Launches PlayStation Family App on iOS, Android for Parental Controls on Gaming Activity
Sony has launched the PlayStation Family mobile app for parents to manage their children's gaming experience. The app, available on iOS and Android, will share real-time notifications on gaming activity, allow parents to set content restrictions and playtime limits, and restrict social features.
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Nothing Phone 3a Lite Launched With Essential Key, Glyph Light and 5,000mAh Battery: Price, Specifications
Nothing Phone 3a Lite, the latest addition to the Phone 3a lineup, launched globally on Wednesday. The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. The handset will go on sale today in select markets via the company's online store. It will be offered in Black and White colourways and ...
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Samsung Said to Be Developing 'Prioritise Notifications' Feature for Galaxy Phones With One UI 8.5
Samsung is said to be testing the next iteration dubbed One UI 8.5, following the wider rollout of Android 16-based One UI 8 in recent weeks,. According to a recent report, the South Korean tech conglomerate is developing a new feature to help prioritise certain notifications on Galaxy smartphones. The feature’s description further reveals that t...
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WhatsApp's Upcoming 'Mention All' Feature for Groups Is Now Available to Beta Testers on Android
WhatsApp is reportedly testing its new “@all” mention feature with select beta testers in the Android 2.25.31.9 update, gradually rolling it out to more users. The feature lets users alert all group members at once, saving time and improving coordination. In small groups, everyone can use it, while in groups with over 32 members, only admins ca...
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CERT-In Highlights Zoom Security Flaws That Could Let Hackers Access Meeting, Sensitive Information
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a notification asking Zoom for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS users to download the latest available update of the app, as multiple vulnerabilities have been found in its particular version. The security flaws allow bad actors to gain unauthorised access to Zoom Rooms and get their ...
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Xiaomi 17 Pro Series Successors to Feature Dynamic Rear Display With Additional Functionality: Report
Xiaomi Group President Lu Weibing reportedly confirmed that future Xiaomi smartphones will continue to feature the Dynamic Back Display. This feature, which was introduced in the Xiaomi 17 Pro series, shows real-time notifications and reminders. Xiaomi is also said to be ramping up its R&D investment for the feature.
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WhatsApp Begins Testing Status Update Notifications on Android: Report
WhatsApp is said to be testing a new feature on its Android beta that notifies users when selected contacts post new status updates. Users can enable alerts directly from a contact’s status via the overflow menu and mute them anytime. Notifications show the contact’s name and a small preview for image or video statuses, allowing quick updates w...
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OriginOS 6 Teaser Hints at Resemblance to iOS 26; Company Reveals AI Features on Vivo X300 Series
Vivo’s OriginOS 6 teaser on Weibo showcases a major UI overhaul for its Android 16-based system, featuring an animated lockscreen clock, translucent numbers, smoother app animations, stacked notifications, and landscape pop-up windows. The update also introduces AI-powered tools like Live Photo AI Erase. Upcoming Vivo X300 series phones will incl...
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Google Reportedly Working on Ability to Share Android Earthquake Alerts With iPhone Users
Google may soon allow Android users to share earthquake alerts with others, including iOS contacts, through messaging apps or social media, with notifications expected to carry the hashtag #AndroidEarthquakeAlerts. An APK teardown also hints at a new Tools icon on the Gemini overlay, providing quick access to features like Veo video tools and image...
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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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Nothing Phone Update Brings Call Recording Feature to Essential Space in Select Regions Including India
Nothing is rolling out the call recording feature through its Essential Space app. This new feature will be available on Nothing Phone 3, Phone 3a, and Phone 3a Pro, in specific regions including India. It can be accessed from the Essential Key or by tapping on “Start recording” notification on the screen.
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Samsung's One UI 8.5 Update Reportedly Includes New Clock Styles, Blurred Effect for Lock Screen Notifications
Samsung will reportedly bring visual changes to the Galaxy series with One UI 8.5. The update is said to offer lock screen improvements and redesigned clock styles. This design tweak is likely to improve readability and customisation. The One UI 8.5 could debut with the Galaxy S26 series early next year.
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Gmail Rolls Out Improved Notifications on Android, Displays Sender Avatars on iOS
Google has rolled out a “Mark as Read” feature for Gmail notifications on Android, letting users quickly mark emails as read without opening them. While it may have a limited impact for those who manage their inbox meticulously, it helps others track read and unread messages efficiently. Users can still open the full email if more details are n...
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WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing Feature Which Lets Users Mute ‘Everyone’ Mentions in Group Chats
WhatsApp is testing a new feature which lets users mute 'everyone' mentions in group chats, as per a feature tracker. The in-development option is said to be available below the mute toggle in the notifications settings on WhatsApp for Android. It is currently under development and is not available even to beta testers who are registered via the Go...
-
WhatsApp for iOS Adds Notification Reminders for Messages, Meetings, and Deadlines
WhatsApp has rolled out a new update of its app for iOS, adding a feature that lets users schedule notification reminders for messages. This helps highlight important information and tasks in chats, preventing them from getting lost in active conversations. Currently, the feature is available to select iOS users and is expected to expand in the com...
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Sony Launches PlayStation Family App on iOS, Android for Parental Controls on Gaming Activity
Sony has launched the PlayStation Family mobile app for parents to manage their children's gaming experience. The app, available on iOS and Android, will share real-time notifications on gaming activity, allow parents to set content restrictions and playtime limits, and restrict social features.
