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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.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel Buds 2a are now available in India on the Google Store online. Offers include bank cashback, exchange bonus and no-interest EMI plans
Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new feature that lets users reserve their preferred usernames early, ensuring fair access and preventing popular names from being claimed first
Google's AI Try-On now includes shoes, letting users preview sneakers or heels on themselves, rolling out to select users and more regions soon
Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing Question Stickers in Status updates, allowing users to ask questions and receive private replies directly from their contacts
JBL expands its premium audio lineup in India with the Tour ONE M3 headphones which can also be purchased with a SMART Tx transmitter with Auracast support
Meta updates Facebook's algorithm to improve Reels recommendations, adds Instagram-like friend bubbles, AI search suggestions, and more new features
Apple releases iOS 26.1 public beta 2 with refined UI, a new alarm gesture, and improved audio controls for users testing the next iOS update
Apple's iOS 26.1 developer beta 2 adds a new alarm gesture and refines the interface with minor design tweaks and usability improvements
Vivo V60e 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo, 200MP camera, and 90W charging launched in India starting at Rs 29,999
Reportedly, OxygenOS 16 will be available for OnePlus and Nord series smartphones, and Pad series tablets. The rollout is likely to be gradual with OnePlus 13 series expected to be first to receive it
I have been using an iPhone 13 since its launch in 2021, but after testing the iPhone 17, I can say the upgrades in camera, battery, and Apple Intelligence finally make it worth the switch
The iOS rollout follows the feature debut on Android in September, enabling users on instant messaging platform to translate messages in chats, groups, and channels from 6 languages
Instagram has introduced its Map feature in India, adding new privacy indicators, clearer location-sharing controls, and tools for exploring local content
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G will sport a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for protection
Google expands Gemini 2.5 Flash Image with new formats, faster editing, and better character consistency, now available for developers through AI Studio and Vertex AI
YouTube Music is reportedly testing a "Translate" button for live lyrics, enabling Premium users to view machine-generated translations across different languages
Reportedly, WhatsApp is experimenting with an Instagram-like Status redesign for iOS, adding quick-share buttons for Facebook and Instagram to make cross-platform posting faster and simpler
Meta brings 100+ communities to Threads, offering topic-based spaces with custom emojis, public membership tags, and new ways to connect over shared interests
Reportedly, WhatsApp will let people reserve usernames early, giving everyone a fair chance to pick names and stopping beta users from grabbing the popular ones first
Spotify adds track-level exclusions to its Taste Profile, letting listeners prevent one-off or situational songs from affecting recommendations and playlists