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People are getting their news from AI - and it's altering their views

Studies show that large language models do more than simply pass along information. Their responses can subtly highlight certain viewpoints while minimizing others, often without users realizing it

Apple-Google Siri tie-up signals AI sector maturity, dominance of a few

Apple's move to use Google's Gemini to power Siri highlights how rising costs and complexity in AI are pushing even the biggest tech firms towards collaboration and reliance on a few dominant players

Need more women in senior AI roles for balanced outlook: AnitaB.org CEO

As artificial intelligence adoption accelerates, women leaders can bring diversity, inclusivity and safeguards against bias and job losses, leaders from AnitaB.org say

Tech Wrap Jan 14: Apple Creator Studio, Vivo X200T launch, Google Veo 3.1

Apple Creator Studio bundles FCP, Logic Pro, more. Vivo X200T to launch soon. Google updates Veo 3.1 AI video model. Microsoft Lens app retiring. iOS 26.3 beta 2 update

Gemini app gets a dedicated Documents tab for Deep Research, Canvas: Report

Gemini app reportedly adds a Documents history that lets users easily find Deep Research reports and Canvas files in one place, making long text and code projects easier to manage and revisit

Google Veo 3.1 levels up with 4K video and creator-friendly vertical format

Google rolls out Veo 3.1 with improved image-to-video creation, adding vertical video support, 1080p and 4K resolution support, and better control over characters and scenes

Samsung likely working on two XR glasses for launch in 2026: What to expect

Reportedly, Samsung is working on two XR glasses for launch in same markets, hinting at parallel versions with different hardware or design choices

Samsung may bring crease-less display to Galaxy Z Fold 8: What to expect

Samsung is reportedly testing new folding display technology that could remove the visible crease on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, potentially launching before Apple's anticipated foldable iPhone

Google Meet adds automatic room check-in on phones: Here is how it works

Google Meet has added automatic room check-in on Android and iOS, using proximity detection to simplify joining meetings in conference rooms via Companion mode

Microsoft revises timeline for retiring Lens app on Android and iOS devices

Microsoft has revised the timeline for retiring the Lens app, confirming new cutoff dates for downloads, support, and scanning, while directing users to OneDrive as the alternative

Amazon may auto-upgrade Prime users to Alexa+ as it expands beyond speakers

Amazon is rolling out Alexa+ more widely, adding browser access, deeper Fire TV integration and auto-upgrades for some Prime users

Pixel 10a launch likely in February with specs close to Google Pixel 9a

Google Pixel 10a is reportedly set to launch in February, with expectations of a Tensor G4 chip, a 5,100mAh battery and largely unchanged specifications from the Pixel 9a

Apple releases iOS 26.3 public beta 2: Check what's new, how to update

Reportedly, iOS 26.3 public beta 2 adds backend changes hinting at encrypted RCS messages, while retaining features like iPhone-to-Android transfer tools and notification forwarding

Vivo X200T coming soon: Zeiss imaging, MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ expected

Vivo will launch the X200T smartphone in India soon, featuring Zeiss cameras, a circular rear design, OriginOS 6 and flagship-grade specifications positioned between the X200 and X200 FE

Taiwan seeks OnePlus CEO Pete Lau arrest over alleged illegal hires: Report

Beijing claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and has never renounced the use of force to bring the island under its control. Taiwan rejects China's sovereignty claims

Apple Creator Studio bundles FCP, Logic Pro, Pixelmator, and more at ₹399/m

Creator Studio is Apple's new subscription bundle that groups its creative apps and adds new AI-based tools across video editing, music production, image editing and productivity apps

How seriously Indian states are funding artificial intelligence ambitions

A review of FY26 state Budget speeches shows wide variation in how Indian states plan to adopt AI and how little most are willing to spend on it

Tech Wrap Jan 13: Gemini powered Siri, CMF Headphone Pro, NoiseFit Pro 6R

Gemini-powered Siri confirmed. Nothing CMF Headphone Pro launched. NoiseFit Pro 6R launched. BGMI 4.2 update to release on Jan 15. Google may be testing XR glasses companion app. WhatsApp update

Google tests companion app for XR glasses ahead of rollout: Details here

Google's Android XR glasses companion app has reportedly surfaced in Android Canary builds, offering an early look at camera controls, display settings, and on-device Gemini features

Krafton India to release BGMI 4.2 update on January 15: What to expect

BGMI 4.2 update arrives on January 15 with a Primewood Genesis theme, adding interactive structures, new vehicles, Flora Wings, revised parachuting mechanics, and more