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Apple Allows Third-Party App Stores, Relaxes Payment Restrictions in Japan to Comply With MSCA Act
Apple has introduced major changes to iOS and the App Store in Japan under the Mobile Software Competition Act, effective December 18. Rolled out with iOS 26.2, the update allows alternative app marketplaces, new payment options, and user choice for default apps. Apple has also updated fees, introduced safeguards for security and child safety, and ...
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Apple To Resist 'Sanchar Saathi' Order Amid Political Outcry: Report
The Indian government has confidentially ordered companies including Apple, Samsung and Xiaomi to preload their phones with an app called Sanchar Saathi.
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YouTube Begins Testing Built-In Chat and Video Sharing Feature on Mobile App
YouTube is experimenting with the return of private in-app messaging six years after discontinuing the feature. The test, limited to users aged 18 and older in Ireland and Poland, allows people to share videos and chat directly within the YouTube mobile app. It includes strict safety measures, with all messages governed by YouTube’s Community Gui...
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Video: Delhi Red Fort Car Explosion Heard On Camera, Crowd Seen Running Away
CCTV camera footage and a mobile video from Delhi's Chandni Chowk near the Red Fort showed hundreds of people running for safety after hearing a loud explosion.
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Bus Driver Caught Watching 'Bigg Boss' While Driving At 80 kmph, Sparks Outrage Over Road Safety
The viral video shows the bus driver watching Bigg Boss on his phone below the steering wheel while driving at night.
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Reportedly Includes References to 'Apple Creator Studio'
iOS 26.2 is available in beta and is expected to be available before the end of the year. There is a reference to the Apple Creator Studio in the works. The iOS 26.2 beta 1 comes shortly after the release of iOS 26.1 with minor updates for iPhone models. It is also said to bring a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature and new Liquid Glass lock screen ...
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Rolled Out to Developers With Enhanced Safety Alerts, Reminder Alarms
Apple's iOS 26.2 beta, released on Tuesday, introduces a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature, available in the iPhone's Settings app under Notifications. For users in supported regions, tapping this option reveals toggles for Earthquake Alerts and Imminent Threat Alerts. The settings also allow users to share their approximate location with Apple to...
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Apple Releases iOS 26.1 Update With New Liquid Glass Setting, Several Security Fixes
Apple's iOS 26.1 update is now available for users to download and install. The new firmware upgrade brings a much-anticipated option for users, which will allow them to switch between the default clear Liquid Glass look and a new tinted look. It also introduces Communication Safety and Web content filters for children aged between 13 and 17 to lim...
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IMC 2025: JioBharat Phones With Safety Features, Jio AI Classroom Programme Announced
Jio has unveiled its latest series of JioBharat Phones, which now come with multiple safety features. The company said that the handsets will be most useful for the caretakers of the elderly, parents of children, and women, as they ship with location monitoring capabilities, usage manager, and up to seven-day battery backup. Additionally, the compa...
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IMC 2025: Vodafone Idea Launches Vi Protect to Tackle Fraud Calls, SMS, and Cyber Threats Using AI
Vi has introduced Vi Protect, an AI-driven initiative focused on ensuring safety and security measures against the spams and cyber threats. As part of this initiative, Vi introduced two measures at India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025. An AI-based Voice Spam Detection System and Cyber Defense and Incident Response System. The former detects and flags f...
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Redmi 15C 5G With 50-Megapixel Rear Camera, 6,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications
The Redmi 15C 5G debuts with a 6.9-inch 120Hz Dot Drop display, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, and Android 15-based HyperOS 2. It offers 4GB RAM, 256GB storage, and a 6,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The phone sports a 50-megapixel dual rear camera, an 8-megapixel selfie camera, and includes 5G, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C, and a 3.5mm jack supp...
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Google Rolls Out Gemini in Chrome Browser to Introduce AI Agentic Capabilities, Safety Features For Users
Google has begun rolling out Gemini in Chrome, the California-based tech giant said in a blog post on Thursday. This brings new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features to the Chrome browser, which is claimed to enhance user experience. The company is currently rolling out the Gemini in Chrome upgrade to all macOS and Chrome users in the US wh...
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Foreigner In Amritsar Confronts Man For Asking Phone Number From Wife: "You Are A Bit Crazy"
The incident has reignited discussions about the safety and respect of women in India, especially in tourist areas.
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Tamil Nadu Government Issues Digital Safety Rulebook For Girl Students
Aimed at creating awareness in an age where social media and instant messaging dominate communication, the guide explains various forms of cybercrime including cyber bullying, grooming, stalking, picture morphing, and mobile phone addiction.
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Apple Reportedly Plans to Release Revamped Siri With App Intents Feature Next Spring
Apple will finally begin onboarding Siri with more advanced capabilities next year, according to claims by a seasoned journalist. The Cupertino-based tech giant’s AI-based voice assistant was due to receive major upgrades in 2024 with iOS 18, but most of those plans were shelved as it fell behind competitors in the AI race. Apple is now expected ...
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Apple Allows Third-Party App Stores, Relaxes Payment Restrictions in Japan to Comply With MSCA Act
Apple has introduced major changes to iOS and the App Store in Japan under the Mobile Software Competition Act, effective December 18. Rolled out with iOS 26.2, the update allows alternative app marketplaces, new payment options, and user choice for default apps. Apple has also updated fees, introduced safeguards for security and child safety, and ...
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Apple To Resist 'Sanchar Saathi' Order Amid Political Outcry: Report
The Indian government has confidentially ordered companies including Apple, Samsung and Xiaomi to preload their phones with an app called Sanchar Saathi.
-
YouTube Begins Testing Built-In Chat and Video Sharing Feature on Mobile App
YouTube is experimenting with the return of private in-app messaging six years after discontinuing the feature. The test, limited to users aged 18 and older in Ireland and Poland, allows people to share videos and chat directly within the YouTube mobile app. It includes strict safety measures, with all messages governed by YouTube’s Community Gui...
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Video: Delhi Red Fort Car Explosion Heard On Camera, Crowd Seen Running Away
CCTV camera footage and a mobile video from Delhi's Chandni Chowk near the Red Fort showed hundreds of people running for safety after hearing a loud explosion.
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Bus Driver Caught Watching 'Bigg Boss' While Driving At 80 kmph, Sparks Outrage Over Road Safety
The viral video shows the bus driver watching Bigg Boss on his phone below the steering wheel while driving at night.
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Reportedly Includes References to 'Apple Creator Studio'
iOS 26.2 is available in beta and is expected to be available before the end of the year. There is a reference to the Apple Creator Studio in the works. The iOS 26.2 beta 1 comes shortly after the release of iOS 26.1 with minor updates for iPhone models. It is also said to bring a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature and new Liquid Glass lock screen ...
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iOS 26.2 Beta 1 Rolled Out to Developers With Enhanced Safety Alerts, Reminder Alarms
Apple's iOS 26.2 beta, released on Tuesday, introduces a new Enhanced Safety Alerts feature, available in the iPhone's Settings app under Notifications. For users in supported regions, tapping this option reveals toggles for Earthquake Alerts and Imminent Threat Alerts. The settings also allow users to share their approximate location with Apple to...
-
Apple Releases iOS 26.1 Update With New Liquid Glass Setting, Several Security Fixes
Apple's iOS 26.1 update is now available for users to download and install. The new firmware upgrade brings a much-anticipated option for users, which will allow them to switch between the default clear Liquid Glass look and a new tinted look. It also introduces Communication Safety and Web content filters for children aged between 13 and 17 to lim...
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IMC 2025: JioBharat Phones With Safety Features, Jio AI Classroom Programme Announced
Jio has unveiled its latest series of JioBharat Phones, which now come with multiple safety features. The company said that the handsets will be most useful for the caretakers of the elderly, parents of children, and women, as they ship with location monitoring capabilities, usage manager, and up to seven-day battery backup. Additionally, the compa...
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IMC 2025: Vodafone Idea Launches Vi Protect to Tackle Fraud Calls, SMS, and Cyber Threats Using AI
Vi has introduced Vi Protect, an AI-driven initiative focused on ensuring safety and security measures against the spams and cyber threats. As part of this initiative, Vi introduced two measures at India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025. An AI-based Voice Spam Detection System and Cyber Defense and Incident Response System. The former detects and flags f...
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Redmi 15C 5G With 50-Megapixel Rear Camera, 6,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications
The Redmi 15C 5G debuts with a 6.9-inch 120Hz Dot Drop display, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, and Android 15-based HyperOS 2. It offers 4GB RAM, 256GB storage, and a 6,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The phone sports a 50-megapixel dual rear camera, an 8-megapixel selfie camera, and includes 5G, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C, and a 3.5mm jack supp...
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Google Rolls Out Gemini in Chrome Browser to Introduce AI Agentic Capabilities, Safety Features For Users
Google has begun rolling out Gemini in Chrome, the California-based tech giant said in a blog post on Thursday. This brings new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features to the Chrome browser, which is claimed to enhance user experience. The company is currently rolling out the Gemini in Chrome upgrade to all macOS and Chrome users in the US wh...
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Foreigner In Amritsar Confronts Man For Asking Phone Number From Wife: "You Are A Bit Crazy"
The incident has reignited discussions about the safety and respect of women in India, especially in tourist areas.
-
Tamil Nadu Government Issues Digital Safety Rulebook For Girl Students
Aimed at creating awareness in an age where social media and instant messaging dominate communication, the guide explains various forms of cybercrime including cyber bullying, grooming, stalking, picture morphing, and mobile phone addiction.
-
Apple Reportedly Plans to Release Revamped Siri With App Intents Feature Next Spring
Apple will finally begin onboarding Siri with more advanced capabilities next year, according to claims by a seasoned journalist. The Cupertino-based tech giant’s AI-based voice assistant was due to receive major upgrades in 2024 with iOS 18, but most of those plans were shelved as it fell behind competitors in the AI race. Apple is now expected ...
