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Andhra Pradesh plans law to regulate children's social media access

State plans draft law to restrict social media access for children under 13 and introduce age-based controls, verification tools, and digital literacy initiatives

Tech Wrap April 9: Meta Muse spark, WhatsApp usernames, iOS 26.4.1 released

Meta's Muse Spark AI model to power Meta AI. WhatsApp tests usernames in beta. Apple iOS 26.4.1 update. Dyson HushJet Mini Cool unveiled. WhatsApp iOS update adds native CarPlay app

OnePlus may be working on gaming handheld that looks like a phone: Details

OnePlus may be exploring a gaming handheld device, with a leaked render suggesting a smartphone-style design featuring built-in grips and extra gaming controls

Google rolls out notebooks in Gemini to organise chats, files and more

Google is rolling out notebooks in Gemini, giving users a single space to organise chats, files and projects, with syncing to NotebookLM for easier research, study and long-term task management

Android XR update lets any app, image, video appear 3D on Samsung Galaxy XR

Google rolls out Android XR update with 3D app support, hand tracking upgrades and expanded immersive experiences for Galaxy XR users

Samsung Galaxy A57, Galaxy A37 sale starts April 10: Check price, offers

Samsung starts sale of Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G in India on April 10 with bank cashback, upgrade bonus and no-interest EMI plans of up to 24 months. Check details here

WhatsApp iOS update adds native CarPlay app for messaging, calls: Report

WhatsApp's latest iOS update brings a native CarPlay app, letting users message and call directly from their car dashboard with a simpler interface designed to reduce distractions while driving

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra may launch in April: Check expected specs, design

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra renders surface ahead of expected April launch, hinting at colour finishes and flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon chip

YouTube may let users create Shorts using AI Avatar of themselves: Details

YouTube is reportedly rolling out AI avatars that let users create Shorts using a digital version of themselves, so they don't need to record every time and can still appear in videos

X gets Grok-powered auto translation, AI image editing tools: What's new

X rolls out auto-translation and AI photo editor powered by Grok, with global availability for translation and iOS support for editing tools

Apple releases iOS 26.4.1 for bug fixes: What's new, eligible iPhones, more

iOS 26.4.1 brings a fix for iCloud syncing issues and enables Stolen Device Protection by default for enterprise devices, adding stronger security against unauthorised access and data misuse

'Muse Spark' will power Meta AI assistant on app and web: What's changing

Muse Spark now powers the Meta AI assistant on its app and web, with Meta confirming an upcoming rollout across its apps and AI-powered devices

WhatsApp tests usernames to let users chat without sharing phone numbers

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing usernames that let users chat without sharing phone numbers, improving privacy while making it easier to connect using unique handles instead of contacts

US court rebuffs Anthropic in latest round of AI battle with Trump admin

Anthropic filed the two separate lawsuits in San Francisco and the Washington appeals court last month, asserting the Trump administration was engaging in an "unlawful campaign of retaliation"

A debate unscrolled: India weighs social media curbs for children

The question of whether or not to ban or regulate social media for children and teenagers has no easy answers

Tech Wrap April 8: MSI laptops launched, Vertical tabs in Chrome, OPPO F33

MSI Prestige 13 AI+ and Raider 18 Max launched in India. Google Chrome updated with vertical tabs. OPPO F33 series to be launched on April 15. Amazon to end support for older Kindles.

Government ban on non-STQC CCTVs to boost domestic surveillance firms

Government's STQC certification norms and ban on non-compliant CCTV cameras expected to accelerate domestic manufacturing, strengthen cybersecurity, and reduce dependence on Chinese suppliers

Cyber resilience is a mindset, says Rubrik co-founder on AI risks

Rubrik co-founder Arvind Nithrakashyap discusses cyber resilience, AI-driven risks, India's cybersecurity landscape, and how organisations are preparing for future quantum computing threats

Android 17 beta introduces system-level gaming controller remapping: Report

Android 17 beta brings system-level controller remapping, allowing users to customise gamepad controls across all games without relying on third-party apps

Spotify's AI-powered Prompted Playlist now lets you add podcasts: What's it

Spotify's Prompted Playlist now includes podcasts, letting users create personalised playlists with both music and podcast episodes based on their interests, mood and listening