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Sweta Kumari

Sweta Kumari

Sweta Kumari

Sweta Kumari covers consumer technology and the digital ecosystem at Business Standard, reporting on everything from smartphones and apps to artificial intelligence and emerging tech trends. Her work tracks major developments across software, social media platforms, and AI tools, while also reviewing new gadgets such as smartphones, smartwatches, tablets and more. She closely follows product launches and innovations, helping readers stay up to date with the latest in technology.

Sweta Kumari covers consumer technology and the digital ecosystem at Business Standard, reporting on everything from smartphones and apps to artificial intelligence and emerging tech trends. Her work tracks major developments across software, social media platforms, and AI tools, while also reviewing new gadgets such as smartphones, smartwatches, tablets and more. She closely follows product launches and innovations, helping readers stay up to date with the latest in technology.

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Soon, you can customise chat themes on WhatsApp Web client: What's new

WhatsApp is reportedly testing chat themes for its web client, allowing users to customise wallpapers, message bubbles, and chat colours directly from browsers

Soon, you can customise chat themes on WhatsApp Web client: What's new
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 1:04 PM IST

OpenAI to alert 'Trusted Contact' if it detects potential self-harm risk

OpenAI has introduced a 'Trusted Contact' feature in ChatGPT that can alert a chosen person if conversations suggest serious self-harm or emotional distress

OpenAI to alert 'Trusted Contact' if it detects potential self-harm risk
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 11:47 AM IST

Amazon rolls out Instagram Reels-like vertical feed on Prime Video app

Amazon Prime Video rolls out Clips, a TikTok-style short video feed that helps users discover movies and shows faster through personalised previews and quick scrolling

Amazon rolls out Instagram Reels-like vertical feed on Prime Video app
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 10:41 AM IST

Google replaces Fitbit app with AI-powered Google Health platform: Details

Google is replacing the Fitbit app with the new Google Health app, adding Gemini-powered AI coaching, redesigned wellness tools, and deeper health tracking features

Google replaces Fitbit app with AI-powered Google Health platform: Details
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 4:51 PM IST

Whoop! Google launches screenless 'Fitbit Air' health-and-fitness tracker

Google has launched Fitbit Air, a lightweight screenless fitness tracker with heart rate, sleep and SpO2 tracking, alongside its new AI-powered ecosystem

Whoop! Google launches screenless 'Fitbit Air' health-and-fitness tracker
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 1:31 PM IST

Perplexity brings on-device AI workflow to Macs with 'Personal computer'

Perplexity's new 'Personal Computer' feature brings AI agents directly to Macs, allowing them to work across local files, apps, and web tools to automate everyday tasks

Perplexity brings on-device AI workflow to Macs with 'Personal computer'
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 12:04 PM IST

Samsung says Galaxy Watch can predict fainting episodes before they happen

Samsung said a clinical study found the Galaxy Watch6 could detect warning signs of fainting several minutes in advance using AI and heart rate variability data

Samsung says Galaxy Watch can predict fainting episodes before they happen
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 4:47 PM IST

OnePlus Nord CE6 series launched in India: Check price, specs, offers

OnePlus has launched the Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite in India with 144Hz displays, large capacity batteries, OxygenOS 16, and gaming-focused features

OnePlus Nord CE6 series launched in India: Check price, specs, offers
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 3:34 PM IST

Disney+ could expand beyond streaming into a broader 'super app' ecosystem

Disney may be planning to turn Disney+ into a larger digital hub that could eventually connect streaming, parks, cruises, shopping and other Disney experiences

Disney+ could expand beyond streaming into a broader 'super app' ecosystem
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 1:29 PM IST

WhatsApp tests widget to show Status updates on Android home screen

WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new Android Home Screen widget that could let users view recent status updates and upload their own without opening the app

WhatsApp tests widget to show Status updates on Android home screen
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 12:35 PM IST

Adobe plugs AI in Acrobat to turn boring PDFs into workspaces: What's new

Adobe has introduced AI-powered PDF Spaces and a new productivity agent in Acrobat, adding smart summaries, audio overviews, collaboration tools, and custom AI assistants

Adobe plugs AI in Acrobat to turn boring PDFs into workspaces: What's new
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 11:11 AM IST

Meta strengthens age checks with AI after EU flags concerns over safeguards

Meta has introduced AI-powered age detection tools and expanded Teen Account protections after EU regulators raised concerns over underage users access to Instagram and Facebook despite safeguards

Meta strengthens age checks with AI after EU flags concerns over safeguards
Updated On : 06 May 2026 | 4:25 PM IST

Chrome for Android can now hide exact location from websites: How it works

Google is adding approximate location sharing to Chrome on Android, allowing users to give websites broader area access instead of precise GPS location data

Chrome for Android can now hide exact location from websites: How it works
Updated On : 06 May 2026 | 4:05 PM IST

Amazon expands Alexa+ beyond Echo with Bose audio devices: Details here

Amazon has expanded Alexa+ support to Bose speakers and soundbars, letting users discover music, create playlists, book services, and control smart devices with voice commands

Amazon expands Alexa+ beyond Echo with Bose audio devices: Details here
Updated On : 06 May 2026 | 3:21 PM IST

Threads gains another X-like feature with web DMs: Here is how it works

Threads has introduced direct messaging on the web, allowing desktop users to send one-on-one and group chats as Meta expands conversation features on the platform

Threads gains another X-like feature with web DMs: Here is how it works
Updated On : 06 May 2026 | 10:47 AM IST

Next Call of Duty may skip Sony PS4, Microsoft Xbox One: What it means

Call of Duty 2026 may drop support for older consoles, allowing developers to focus on newer systems, though the company says the game is not being developed for PS4

Next Call of Duty may skip Sony PS4, Microsoft Xbox One: What it means
Updated On : 05 May 2026 | 4:49 PM IST

OpenAI reportedly picks MediaTek over Qualcomm for its maiden AI smartphone

OpenAI's first AI smartphone may enter mass production in 2027, with reports suggesting it could use a customised MediaTek chip and focus on agent-based, task-driven interactions

OpenAI reportedly picks MediaTek over Qualcomm for its maiden AI smartphone
Updated On : 05 May 2026 | 2:39 PM IST

Instagram introduces 'AI creator' tag to mark accounts posting AI content

Instagram has introduced 'AI creator' labels to show if content is made with AI, but creators don't have to use them, so many posts may still appear without clear tags

Instagram introduces 'AI creator' tag to mark accounts posting AI content
Updated On : 05 May 2026 | 12:56 PM IST

iPhone 18 Pro series to iOS 27, big upgrades Apple may introduce this year

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro series, expected in September 2026, may get a new chip, camera upgrades and better battery life, alongside iOS 27 features like a Siri-powered camera mode

iPhone 18 Pro series to iOS 27, big upgrades Apple may introduce this year
Updated On : 05 May 2026 | 12:32 PM IST

Google set to redesign Gemini app across Android and Apple iOS: What's new

Google is rolling out a redesigned Gemini app with a new interface, pill-shaped prompt box, unified tools section and updated navigation, though the release is currently limited

Google set to redesign Gemini app across Android and Apple iOS: What's new
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 4:35 PM IST