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Google to make you wait for 10-seconds before opening any distracting apps

Google's new Pause Point feature on Android will force users to wait 10 seconds before opening distracting apps, aiming to reduce doomscrolling habits

Is AI changing how humans write, communicate, and express online?

As AI-generated writing floods the web, researchers say humans may now be subconsciously adapting to machine-like language patterns online

Meta seeks to avoid EU fine with free WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots

As part of ongoing discussions with the European Commission, general-purpose AI chatbots operating in the EEA will be given free access to the WhatsApp business API for one month.

Samsung rolls out One UI 9 Beta to Galaxy S26 series in India this week

Samsung's One UI 9 Beta, based on Android 17, brings new AI tools, accessibility upgrades, security features, and deeper Google Gemini integration to Galaxy S26 devices

Meta may soon introduce AI agents in Instagram to shop, post on your behalf

Meta is reportedly developing a new AI assistant called Hatch that could help users manage tasks, shopping and content across Instagram, Facebook and other platforms

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

OpenAI unveils Daybreak cyber platform to find and fix vulnerabilities

OpenAI says its new Daybreak platform can help automate vulnerability detection, patch validation, and threat analysis as AI-driven cybersecurity tools become more advanced

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

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

Apple to end support for Intel-based apps on Macs in 2027: What it means

Apple has confirmed that Rosetta support for Intel-based Mac apps will begin winding down after macOS 27, pushing users toward Apple silicon-native software

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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