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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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Google Android Show 2026 set for today: Where to watch and what to expect

Google Android Show 2026 will stream on 12 May ahead of I/O 2026. Check the livestream time in India, where to watch and expected updates

Google Android Show 2026 set for today: Where to watch and what to expect
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 4:54 PM IST

Samsung phones may soon block apps that spam users with ad notifications

Samsung's One UI 8.5 update adds a feature that can automatically detect and block apps sending excessive advertisement notifications on Galaxy devices

Samsung phones may soon block apps that spam users with ad notifications
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 3:45 PM IST

Google reports its first discovery of a zero-day exploit made with AI help

Google says threat actors likely used AI tools to identify and develop a zero-day exploit, marking what it describes as the first known case of its kind

Google reports its first discovery of a zero-day exploit made with AI help
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

WhatsApp rolls out 'Plus' subscription plan on Android, iOS: Check features

WhatsApp has started rolling out WhatsApp Plus to select users, adding custom themes, app icons, premium stickers, extra pinned chats, and personalised ringtone options

WhatsApp rolls out 'Plus' subscription plan on Android, iOS: Check features
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

Apple releases iOS 26.5 with end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging: What's it

Apple's latest iPhone update brings encrypted RCS messaging in beta, new Pride wallpapers, Maps changes, App Store subscription tweaks, and over 50 security fixes

Apple releases iOS 26.5 with end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging: What's it
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 11:35 AM IST

Google rolls out Snapseed 4.0 with redesigned editing tools on Android

Google is rolling out Snapseed 4.0 for Android with a redesigned interface, film-style filters, batch editing, and several upgraded editing tools

Google rolls out Snapseed 4.0 with redesigned editing tools on Android
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

Apple releases iOS 26.5 RC 2: New features, eligible iPhone models and more

Apple has released iOS 26.5 Release Candidate 2 for eligible iPhones, bringing encrypted RCS messaging in beta, Apple Maps updates, and new Pride Edition wallpapers

Apple releases iOS 26.5 RC 2: New features, eligible iPhone models and more
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 2:40 PM IST

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