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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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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

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

Oura app update adds birth control tracking, menopause insights: What's new

Oura has introduced new features for birth control tracking and menopause insights, using real-time biometric data to offer more personalised health insights across different life stages

Oura app update adds birth control tracking, menopause insights: What's new
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

xAI may bring Grok Voice to Apple CarPlay for in-car AI use: What to expect

xAI's Grok Voice mode has been reportedly spotted in the iOS app with a CarPlay placeholder, signalling possible support for in-car AI voice interactions in an upcoming update

xAI may bring Grok Voice to Apple CarPlay for in-car AI use: What to expect
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

WhatsApp may adopt Apple's Liquid Glass UI for chats on iOS: What to expect

WhatsApp is testing a translucent 'Liquid Glass' chat interface for iPhone, aligning with Apple's iOS design language, though the feature remains in beta and is yet to roll out widely

WhatsApp may adopt Apple's Liquid Glass UI for chats on iOS: What to expect
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 12:16 PM IST

Mac mini M4 entry model disappears from Apple Store in India: Discontinued?

Apple has pulled the 256GB Mac mini M4 from its India store after weeks of stock issues, likely due to high demand, supply constraints and a possible product refresh

Mac mini M4 entry model disappears from Apple Store in India: Discontinued?
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 11:10 AM IST

Cars with Google built-in get Gemini for natural interactions, car control

Google is bringing Gemini AI to cars with Google built-in, replacing Assistant and enabling more natural voice interactions, real-time information, and easier control of vehicle functions

Cars with Google built-in get Gemini for natural interactions, car control
Updated On : 01 May 2026 | 4:47 PM IST

Instagram to stop recommending repost-heavy accounts across the app: Report

Instagram reportedly limits the reach of reposted content, extends recommendation rules beyond Reels to photos and carousels to prioritise original creators and reduce duplicate posts

Instagram to stop recommending repost-heavy accounts across the app: Report
Updated On : 01 May 2026 | 2:56 PM IST

Spotify labels human artists with badge as AI content grows on platform

Spotify rolls out Verified badge and new artist details to improve transparency and help users identify authentic artists on its platform

Spotify labels human artists with badge as AI content grows on platform
Updated On : 01 May 2026 | 2:48 PM IST

OnePlus Pad 4 with Qualcomm chip launched in India: Price, specs, features

Priced from Rs 54,999, the OnePlus Pad 4 features a 13.2-inch 3.4K display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, 13,380mAh battery, and AI tools for productivity and multitasking

OnePlus Pad 4 with Qualcomm chip launched in India: Price, specs, features
Updated On : 01 May 2026 | 11:29 AM IST

Netflix updates mobile app with Clips vertical video feed: What's new

Netflix introduces Clips, a vertical short-video feed, alongside a redesigned mobile interface aimed at simplifying navigation and improving content discovery during short viewing sessions

Netflix updates mobile app with Clips vertical video feed: What's new
Updated On : 01 May 2026 | 10:51 AM IST

Apple to add Siri camera mode with improved visual AI in iOS 27: Report

Apple may bring Siri into the iPhone camera with iOS 27, adding a new mode for real-time object recognition, search and actions, making visual AI easier to access directly in the app

Apple to add Siri camera mode with improved visual AI in iOS 27: Report
Updated On : 30 Apr 2026 | 4:10 PM IST

Motorola unveils three flip-style foldable models in Razr series: Details

Motorola's 2026 flip-style Razr series encompasses three models -Razr Ultra, Razr+, and Razr. All three models are currently limited to the US, but availability is expected to expand to more countries

Motorola unveils three flip-style foldable models in Razr series: Details
Updated On : 30 Apr 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

Google Photos will let you virtually try on outfit combinations using AI

Google Photos' new AI feature creates a digital wardrobe from your pictures, helping you organise outfits, mix and match looks, and even try them on virtually before getting dressed

Google Photos will let you virtually try on outfit combinations using AI
Updated On : 30 Apr 2026 | 11:51 AM IST

Google Gemini can now generate PDFs, Docs and more from chat: What's new

Google's Gemini update now lets users create downloadable files like PDFs, Word docs and spreadsheets directly from prompts, cutting out manual formatting and app switching

Google Gemini can now generate PDFs, Docs and more from chat: What's new
Updated On : 30 Apr 2026 | 10:45 AM IST