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Google Photos App Could Soon Bring New Battery Saving Feature, Suggests APK Teardown
Google Photos backups usually drain the smartphone's battery, and Google now seems to be working to address this issue. A recent APK teardown of the Google Photos app suggests that Google Photos is preparing a new battery-preserving feature that will limit frequent backups. The “Optimize backup for battery life” feature will reportedly be avai...
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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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New Year 2026 Scam Alert: This WhatsApp Greeting Could Wipe Your Bank Account
Cybercriminals are once again exploiting the festive mood, as we head into the new year, to target unsuspecting smartphone users in India. A new scam is said to be doing the rounds which claims to let users create personalised New Year greeting cards. But instead, it delivers a malicious APK file which can comprise smartphones to steal personal, de...
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CES 2026: Samsung Reportedly Plans to Unveil Brain Health Service to Detect Early Signs of Dementia
Samsung to reportedly demonstrate Brain Health feature to detect early signs of dementia at CES 2026. The feature will reportedly analyse users’ voice and sleep patterns through data collected from smartphones and wearables. Samsung is said to be partnering with medical institutions for the clinical validation of this Brain Health functionality....
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Sei Partners Xiaomi to Pre-Install DeFi Wallet on Phones, SEI Token Sees Rapid Price Moves
Sei Network’s wallet will now come pre-installed on new Xiaomi smartphones in global markets outside China and the US, giving millions of users immediate access to on-chain tools. The announcement triggered volatility in the SEI token, which saw sharp intraday swings as traders assessed the impact. User reactions on X highlighted both optimism ar...
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Government Says Sanchar Saathi App Optional, Can Be Removed; Apple Reportedly Plans to Oppose Mandatory Installation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently directed smartphone makers to preload the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. Reports suggested that OEMs would also have to ensure that users could not uninstall or disable the state-owned cybersecurity app. However, the government has now issued clarification on the same, stating that keeping it ...
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Govt Urges Smartphone Makers to Preload Sanchar Saathi App on New Devices: Report
The Ministry of telecommunications has reportedly asked smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. As per the report, the notice was sent to mobile brands operating in the country on November 28, highlighting that users should not be able to uninstall or disable the app. The government’s cybersecurity app allows users...
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Centre Orders Preloading Smartphones With This App For Cybersecurity: Report
India's telecom ministry has privately asked all smartphone makers to preload all new devices with a state-owned cybersecurity app, a government order showed, a move set to spark a tussle with Apple, which typically dislikes such directives.
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The End of Anonymous WhatsApp? What the SIM-Binding Rule Means for User Privacy in India
The DoT has issued a new directive that will impact users who access messaging apps across multiple devices. Under the updated rule, instant messaging platforms are required to enable SIM-based login verification. This means services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal must ensure that users have the same active SIM used during account registrat...
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Google Maps Updated With Power Saving Mode; Know How to Use It on Your Pixel 10 Series Smartphone
Google introduced a new Power Saving Mode in Google Maps earlier this month. This feature, designed to conserve battery life during navigation, started reaching more devices. Google Maps switches to a black-and-white interface in this mode. It displays essential information. The feature is only available in Pixel 10 series smartphones.
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Nothing OS 4.0 Update Rolls Out With Android 16, Improved Animations and Extra Dark Mode
Nothing OS 4.0 is now rolling out in a phased manner. It brings various redesigned elements and AI-enabled features Nothing Phone models. The firmware update is currently being rolled out to the Nothing Phone 3. However, the company plans to release the Android 16-based firmware update for the CMF Phone models, too. It brings various new features t...
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Samsung Partners AU Small Finance Bank to Add Tap & Pay Support For AU Visa Credit Cards
Samsung and AU Small Finance Bank are coming together to introduce the Tap & Pay feature for AU Visa Credit Card users through Samsung Wallet. The company said that this allows people to make credit card payments directly from their Galaxy smartphones, without having to carry cards in physical form. This comes as part of the slew of new features th...
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OnePlus 16 to Reportedly Come With a 240Hz Dynamic Refresh Rate Screen
With the launch of the OnePlus 15 on the horizon, rumours about its successor have already begun surfacing. According to a recent report, a future model from the company could feature a display with a 240Hz refresh rate. This potentially translates into a considerable upgrade over the OnePlus 15, which is confirmed to debut a new 165Hz panel. It is...
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New Aadhaar App Explained: What It Is, Key Features, How to Download, and More
Aadhaar is a 12-digit number issued to each individual by the UIDAI. It is a crucial document that is required to access several government-linked benefits and schemes. While the government issues a physical Aadhaar card to all holders, its digital copy streamlines the authentication process and cuts down on the use of physical documents.And one of...
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Samsung Wallet Announces Support for Unlocking Mahindra e-SUV Using Smartphones
Samsung has announced that it will soon introduce a new Digital Car key functionality in its native Wallet app, which will allow Mahindra electric SUV owners to unlock and lock their cars from their Galaxy devices. Owners will no longer need a physical key fob or a key to access their Mahindra SUV. While the company has not revealed the names of th...
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Google Photos App Could Soon Bring New Battery Saving Feature, Suggests APK Teardown
Google Photos backups usually drain the smartphone's battery, and Google now seems to be working to address this issue. A recent APK teardown of the Google Photos app suggests that Google Photos is preparing a new battery-preserving feature that will limit frequent backups. The “Optimize backup for battery life” feature will reportedly be avai...
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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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New Year 2026 Scam Alert: This WhatsApp Greeting Could Wipe Your Bank Account
Cybercriminals are once again exploiting the festive mood, as we head into the new year, to target unsuspecting smartphone users in India. A new scam is said to be doing the rounds which claims to let users create personalised New Year greeting cards. But instead, it delivers a malicious APK file which can comprise smartphones to steal personal, de...
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CES 2026: Samsung Reportedly Plans to Unveil Brain Health Service to Detect Early Signs of Dementia
Samsung to reportedly demonstrate Brain Health feature to detect early signs of dementia at CES 2026. The feature will reportedly analyse users’ voice and sleep patterns through data collected from smartphones and wearables. Samsung is said to be partnering with medical institutions for the clinical validation of this Brain Health functionality....
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Sei Partners Xiaomi to Pre-Install DeFi Wallet on Phones, SEI Token Sees Rapid Price Moves
Sei Network’s wallet will now come pre-installed on new Xiaomi smartphones in global markets outside China and the US, giving millions of users immediate access to on-chain tools. The announcement triggered volatility in the SEI token, which saw sharp intraday swings as traders assessed the impact. User reactions on X highlighted both optimism ar...
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Government Says Sanchar Saathi App Optional, Can Be Removed; Apple Reportedly Plans to Oppose Mandatory Installation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) recently directed smartphone makers to preload the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. Reports suggested that OEMs would also have to ensure that users could not uninstall or disable the state-owned cybersecurity app. However, the government has now issued clarification on the same, stating that keeping it ...
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Govt Urges Smartphone Makers to Preload Sanchar Saathi App on New Devices: Report
The Ministry of telecommunications has reportedly asked smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on new devices. As per the report, the notice was sent to mobile brands operating in the country on November 28, highlighting that users should not be able to uninstall or disable the app. The government’s cybersecurity app allows users...
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Centre Orders Preloading Smartphones With This App For Cybersecurity: Report
India's telecom ministry has privately asked all smartphone makers to preload all new devices with a state-owned cybersecurity app, a government order showed, a move set to spark a tussle with Apple, which typically dislikes such directives.
-
The End of Anonymous WhatsApp? What the SIM-Binding Rule Means for User Privacy in India
The DoT has issued a new directive that will impact users who access messaging apps across multiple devices. Under the updated rule, instant messaging platforms are required to enable SIM-based login verification. This means services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal must ensure that users have the same active SIM used during account registrat...
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Google Maps Updated With Power Saving Mode; Know How to Use It on Your Pixel 10 Series Smartphone
Google introduced a new Power Saving Mode in Google Maps earlier this month. This feature, designed to conserve battery life during navigation, started reaching more devices. Google Maps switches to a black-and-white interface in this mode. It displays essential information. The feature is only available in Pixel 10 series smartphones.
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Nothing OS 4.0 Update Rolls Out With Android 16, Improved Animations and Extra Dark Mode
Nothing OS 4.0 is now rolling out in a phased manner. It brings various redesigned elements and AI-enabled features Nothing Phone models. The firmware update is currently being rolled out to the Nothing Phone 3. However, the company plans to release the Android 16-based firmware update for the CMF Phone models, too. It brings various new features t...
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Samsung Partners AU Small Finance Bank to Add Tap & Pay Support For AU Visa Credit Cards
Samsung and AU Small Finance Bank are coming together to introduce the Tap & Pay feature for AU Visa Credit Card users through Samsung Wallet. The company said that this allows people to make credit card payments directly from their Galaxy smartphones, without having to carry cards in physical form. This comes as part of the slew of new features th...
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OnePlus 16 to Reportedly Come With a 240Hz Dynamic Refresh Rate Screen
With the launch of the OnePlus 15 on the horizon, rumours about its successor have already begun surfacing. According to a recent report, a future model from the company could feature a display with a 240Hz refresh rate. This potentially translates into a considerable upgrade over the OnePlus 15, which is confirmed to debut a new 165Hz panel. It is...
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New Aadhaar App Explained: What It Is, Key Features, How to Download, and More
Aadhaar is a 12-digit number issued to each individual by the UIDAI. It is a crucial document that is required to access several government-linked benefits and schemes. While the government issues a physical Aadhaar card to all holders, its digital copy streamlines the authentication process and cuts down on the use of physical documents.And one of...
-
Samsung Wallet Announces Support for Unlocking Mahindra e-SUV Using Smartphones
Samsung has announced that it will soon introduce a new Digital Car key functionality in its native Wallet app, which will allow Mahindra electric SUV owners to unlock and lock their cars from their Galaxy devices. Owners will no longer need a physical key fob or a key to access their Mahindra SUV. While the company has not revealed the names of th...
