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Microsoft's AI-powered Designer app is now available on iOS and Android

Microsoft Designer is available as a free mobile app and as an app on Windows. With Designer app, users can edit and create images using artificial intelligence

Google Gemini on Android can now answer questions on lock screen

Google Gemini for lock screen is gradually rolling out and will answer "basic questions" from the lock screen. The new feature can be turned on or off from Gemini on Lock Screen settings

Lenovo Tab Plus review: A big screen tablet with focus on audio and design

Lenovo Tab Plus is a midrange tablet good for basic everyday use, especially for tasks where audio takes precedence. Otherwise, it is generic and could have done better with performance-oriented chip

Google extends UltraHDR support to 3rd-party apps: What is it, how it works

Ultra HDR is an image format developed by Google that allows non-HDR displays to view HDR content in SDR, and with full dynamic range on supported displays

Microsoft intends to offer Apple devices to employees in China: Report

Microsoft's move to switch to iOS-devices stems from the lack of availability of Google Play Store in China that limits its employees' access to security apps such as Microsoft Authenticator

OnePlus Ace 3 Pro with 6100 mAh 'Glacier Battery' goes official: Details

The OnePlus Ace 3 Pro is a flagship smartphone, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, paired with up to 24GB RAM and 1TB storage. It may launch in India soon

iOS 18: RCS messaging is inconsistent between Google Android, Apple iPhone

RCS conversations with iPhones is a simple straightforward process, but there are inconsistencies in Messages app in iOS 18 beta version that should be ironed out before the public version rolls out

Made by Google: Pixel 9 series with next-gen AI features coming on Aug 13

Made by Google event is scheduled for August 13 where US-based technology giant will announce the Pixel 9 series. Ecosystem devices such as next-generation Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds are expected, too

Soon, Android users could check calls and texts in Start menu on Windows 11

The updated Phone Link is rolling out to select users enrolled on Windows Insider with Android compatibility. iOS compatibility to arrive at a later date

Vivo X Fold3 Pro review: A flagship-grade foldable device that's pocketable

The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is a noteworthy foldable smartphone with high-quality displays, a flagship-grade imaging system, and AI features, making it a versatile device suitable for diverse users

YouTube Music tests 'Ask for Music' AI feature: What is it and how it works

With Ask for Music AI feature, YouTube Music will allow users to search for music through voice commands and prompts and will make search conversational in nature

Tech wrap Jun 19: Copilot+ PCs, WhatsApp new feature, Android 15 beta, more

HP's Copilot+ AI PCs available for pre-order in India. WhatsApp to soon allow setting HD quality media sharing as default. Google releases Android 15 beta 3. Oppo Reno 12 series launched globally

Android 15 nears final version, Google improves passkey sign-in with beta 3

The third public beta of Android 15 operating system introduces a simplified one-step sign-in process for passkey authentication

Google brings Gemini app for Android to India with local language support

Dedicated Google Gemini app is coming to India with support for English as well as nine Indian languages including Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Tamil, Urdu and more

New Microsoft update enables direct file sharing from Windows 11 to Android

The feature will include Android in the share menu of Windows and files can be shared directly. It is available for Windows 11 insiders and it is not clear when it will be available to all

Soon, Google Play Store may automatically launch newly installed apps

The 'App Auto Open' feature is still under development

WhatsApp to add voice message transcription in different languages

The feature was spotted in beta versions and is still being developed. The transcription is expected to be available in five languages, with the possibility of others being added in the upcoming days

Google Chrome is introducing 'Listen to this page' for Android: Know more

The feature is reportedly launching server-side with Chrome 125 and will let you listen to the content of the web page in the background.

WhatsApp may make chats migration simple between iOS and Android devices

WhatsApp allows chats migration between iOS and Android devices, but the current process is not easy and requires a learning curve for a successful attempt. It could change soon though

After EU, Apple could be forced to open ecosystem in Japan, India: Report

Reportedly, Japan has passed a law that could force big technology companies to allow third-party app stores. India, too, has proposed an antitrust law, laying out strict compliance obligations