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WhatsApp Username Feature Reportedly Rolling Out to Some Users on iOS, Android
- Wednesday April 8, 2026
- Written by Dhruv Raghav, Edited by David Delima
WhatsApp has started rolling out the usernames feature, allowing users to create unique usernames, according to a report. This is said to be a privacy and security measure, which will let users share their usernames instead of phone numbers with others. The feature is reportedly live on WhatsApp for Android and iOS apps. The instant messaging platf...
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www.gadgets360.com
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
- Sunday March 22, 2026
- Written by Shaurya Tomer, Edited by David Delima
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Owners Can Now Install One UI 8.5 Beta 4 in Select Regions
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Written by Nithya P Nair, Edited by David Delima
The One UI 8.5 beta 4 is said to be rolling out to Galaxy S25 devices in select regions. The update is around 1.5GB in size and includes the February 5, 2026, security patch. It fixes problems related to search history in the Phone app and Bluetooth headset call switching. The Android 16-based update also brings a Direct Voicemail feature for the G...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Govt Calls Demand for Smartphone OS Source Code Fake, Says Consulting Stakeholders
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Written by Akash Dutta, Edited by Ketan Pratap
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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www.gadgets360.com
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UCO Bank Balance Check Number: How to Check UCO Balance Online Using Different Methods
- Monday December 8, 2025
- Written by Sucharita Ganguly, Edited by David Delima
UCO Bank allows customers to check their account balance easily using several online methods. These include net banking, mobile banking apps like UCO mBanking+ and UCO mPassbook, UPI apps, WhatsApp banking, SMS, and a missed call service. Each option is designed to offer quick, secure, and round-the-clock access to balance details. Customers can ch...
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www.gadgets360.com
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'Sanchar Saathi' Discussed With Phone Makers, Apple Didnt Participate: Minister
- Tuesday December 2, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
Sanchar Saathi app-related matters have been discussed with all mobile phone players, except Apple, in a working group, Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani said on Tuesday.
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www.ndtv.com
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Android Devices Vulnerable to New ‘Sturnus’ Malware That Attacks Bank Apps, Bypass E2E Encryption: Report
- Wednesday November 26, 2025
- Written by Dhruv Raghav, Edited by Rohan Pal
Android devices are vulnerable to a newly identified Android Banking Trojan, called Sturnus, according to a report. The malware was found by MTI Security researchers. It is said to be targeting Android users primarily in the Southern and Central European countries. It is designed to give remote access to attackers, replicate banking apps' login pag...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Google Announces New AI Safety Tools for India, Expands Access to SynthID
- Thursday November 20, 2025
- Written by Akash Dutta, Edited by Ketan Pratap
Google announced new India-focused AI safety initiatives, including a screen-sharing scam alert for apps such as Google Pay, Navi and Paytm, and a new Enhanced Phone Number Verification system to replace SMS OTPs. Scam Detection via Gemini Nano is rolling out to Pixel phones. Google Play Protect and SynthID access are also being expanded to strengt...
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www.gadgets360.com
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HMD Terra M Launched With Up to 10-Day Battery Life, MDM Support and IP69K Rating: Availability, Features
- Wednesday November 19, 2025
- Written by Sucharita Ganguly, Edited by David Delima
HMD Terra M is an ultra-rugged smart feature phone designed for frontline workers, government agencies, defence forces, and enterprise teams under the company’s HMD Secure division. Launching in Q1 2026, the device offers MIL-STD-810H durability, IP68/IP69K protection, a 2.8-inch glove-friendly display, Push-to-Talk and emergency keys, and 4G con...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Trump, Xi Speak On Call Over Agreement To Keep TikTok Online In US
- Friday September 19, 2025
- World News | Reuters
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping spoke by phone on Friday, Chinese state media reported, as they seek an agreement to help keep the video app TikTok online in the US and ease tensions between two superpowers locked in a standoff over trade.
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www.ndtv.com
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WhatsApp Username Feature Reportedly Rolling Out to Some Users on iOS, Android
- Wednesday April 8, 2026
- Written by Dhruv Raghav, Edited by David Delima
WhatsApp has started rolling out the usernames feature, allowing users to create unique usernames, according to a report. This is said to be a privacy and security measure, which will let users share their usernames instead of phone numbers with others. The feature is reportedly live on WhatsApp for Android and iOS apps. The instant messaging platf...
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www.gadgets360.com
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How to Bypass Android's 24-Hour Delay and Install Third-Party Apps on Your Phone
- Sunday March 22, 2026
- Written by Shaurya Tomer, Edited by David Delima
Google has revamped the security policies on Android, with regard to apps that are downloaded through sources other than the Google Play Store. Among the major changes to ensure security is the implementation of a 24-hour waiting period to sideload apps from developers who are not verified. The company claims this measure aims to curb scams and mal...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Owners Can Now Install One UI 8.5 Beta 4 in Select Regions
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Written by Nithya P Nair, Edited by David Delima
The One UI 8.5 beta 4 is said to be rolling out to Galaxy S25 devices in select regions. The update is around 1.5GB in size and includes the February 5, 2026, security patch. It fixes problems related to search history in the Phone app and Bluetooth headset call switching. The Android 16-based update also brings a Direct Voicemail feature for the G...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Govt Calls Demand for Smartphone OS Source Code Fake, Says Consulting Stakeholders
- Monday January 12, 2026
- Written by Akash Dutta, Edited by Ketan Pratap
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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www.gadgets360.com
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UCO Bank Balance Check Number: How to Check UCO Balance Online Using Different Methods
- Monday December 8, 2025
- Written by Sucharita Ganguly, Edited by David Delima
UCO Bank allows customers to check their account balance easily using several online methods. These include net banking, mobile banking apps like UCO mBanking+ and UCO mPassbook, UPI apps, WhatsApp banking, SMS, and a missed call service. Each option is designed to offer quick, secure, and round-the-clock access to balance details. Customers can ch...
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www.gadgets360.com
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'Sanchar Saathi' Discussed With Phone Makers, Apple Didnt Participate: Minister
- Tuesday December 2, 2025
- India News | Press Trust of India
Sanchar Saathi app-related matters have been discussed with all mobile phone players, except Apple, in a working group, Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani said on Tuesday.
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www.ndtv.com
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Android Devices Vulnerable to New ‘Sturnus’ Malware That Attacks Bank Apps, Bypass E2E Encryption: Report
- Wednesday November 26, 2025
- Written by Dhruv Raghav, Edited by Rohan Pal
Android devices are vulnerable to a newly identified Android Banking Trojan, called Sturnus, according to a report. The malware was found by MTI Security researchers. It is said to be targeting Android users primarily in the Southern and Central European countries. It is designed to give remote access to attackers, replicate banking apps' login pag...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Google Announces New AI Safety Tools for India, Expands Access to SynthID
- Thursday November 20, 2025
- Written by Akash Dutta, Edited by Ketan Pratap
Google announced new India-focused AI safety initiatives, including a screen-sharing scam alert for apps such as Google Pay, Navi and Paytm, and a new Enhanced Phone Number Verification system to replace SMS OTPs. Scam Detection via Gemini Nano is rolling out to Pixel phones. Google Play Protect and SynthID access are also being expanded to strengt...
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www.gadgets360.com
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HMD Terra M Launched With Up to 10-Day Battery Life, MDM Support and IP69K Rating: Availability, Features
- Wednesday November 19, 2025
- Written by Sucharita Ganguly, Edited by David Delima
HMD Terra M is an ultra-rugged smart feature phone designed for frontline workers, government agencies, defence forces, and enterprise teams under the company’s HMD Secure division. Launching in Q1 2026, the device offers MIL-STD-810H durability, IP68/IP69K protection, a 2.8-inch glove-friendly display, Push-to-Talk and emergency keys, and 4G con...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Trump, Xi Speak On Call Over Agreement To Keep TikTok Online In US
- Friday September 19, 2025
- World News | Reuters
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping spoke by phone on Friday, Chinese state media reported, as they seek an agreement to help keep the video app TikTok online in the US and ease tensions between two superpowers locked in a standoff over trade.
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www.ndtv.com