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Apple App Store to get a new flexible annual payment plan: What it means

Apple has introduced a new App Store subscription model that allows users to pay for annual plans in monthly instalments, making long-term subscriptions more manageable without a high upfront cost

WhatsApp will not work on these Android smartphones from September: Report

WhatsApp will stop working on older Android phones from September 2026, as it raises system requirements and adds new features, with users advised to back up chats or upgrade devices

Apple's next TV 4K launch delayed as Siri upgrade pushes timeline: Report

Apple is delaying the next Apple TV 4K launch as it waits for a more advanced Siri upgrade, pushing the expected timeline to late 2026 alongside major software updates

XChat is now available on iPhone, iPad to rival WhatsApp: How it compares

X launches XChat as a WhatsApp rival with no ads, encrypted chats, disappearing messages and large groups, aiming to offer a privacy-focused messaging experience

OpenAI explores AI phone in partnership with MediaTek, Qualcomm, Luxshare

In a move beyond software, OpenAI is reportedly partnering with Qualcomm, MediaTek and Luxshare to develop an AI-focused smartphone with production expected by 2028

How Tim Cook's strategic brilliance redefined Apple beyond Steve Jobs era

Tim Cook ushered Apple into its most profitable era. His strategic approach, market pragmatism, and risk appetite pushed the company's market value to $4 trillion during his tenure

Samsung flags possible losses in phone business on rising memory costs

Rising DRAM and NAND prices could push Samsung's smartphone business into losses, even as its semiconductor division posts strong growth, according to a report

Frequent Windows update-led shutdowns set to reduce soon: What's changing

Microsoft is rolling out an update for Windows 11 to give users more control, reduce forced restarts, and make updates less disruptive with clearer options and fewer monthly interruptions

Google strengthens AI push with $40 billion investment in Anthropic

Anthropic's Claude Code tool has gained strong traction among developers. The company's annual run-rate revenue surpassed $30 billion this month, up from about $9 billion at the end of 2025

YouTube TV Multiview may soon support all channels with custom layouts

YouTube TV may soon allow users to create custom Multiview setups with all channels, moving beyond sports-only grids and offering more flexible, personalised viewing options

WhatsApp rolls out in-app prepaid recharge feature in India: How it works

WhatsApp enables prepaid mobile recharge in India via PayU integration, allowing users to recharge Jio, Airtel and Vi numbers without leaving the app

Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro review: Premium, portable, and a bit predictable

Samsung's latest Galaxy Book leans into portability and a stunning AMOLED display, but real-world use highlights some familiar trade-offs associated with thin-and-light laptops

Meta introduces revamped Meta Account system to unify apps and devices

Meta is rolling out Meta Account, a new system to manage apps and devices in one place, offering simpler logins, shared settings and improved security across its platforms

Instagram tests new 'Instants' app for one-time photo sharing: How it works

Instagram is testing a new "Instants" app that lets users share quick, unedited photos that disappear after one view, aiming to bring back more casual and real-time interactions

OpenAI says you can do more with GPT-5.5 even if you are not prompt expert

OpenAI's GPT-5.5 in ChatGPT and Codex reduces the need for detailed prompts by planning, executing and verifying tasks independently, making AI workflows more accessible for everyday users

Google to host 'The Android Show' on May 12 ahead of I/O 2026: Details

Google's Android Show on May 12 is expected to showcase Android 17 updates, deeper Gemini integration and early previews of XR, AI-driven features and more

Nothing brings Essential Voice to turn speech into clean text: How it works

Nothing introduces Essential Voice, a feature that converts speech into clean, ready-to-use text, adds translation and shortcuts and aims to reduce typing with faster voice input

Meta rolls out parental monitoring of kid's AI chats on FB, IG, Messenger

Meta has rolled out parental supervision tools that show what topics teens discuss with its AI across apps, aiming to improve visibility, safety, and meaningful parent-teen conversations

With Workspace Intelligence, Google adds AI tools to Sheets, Meet, Chrome

Google has announced new Workspace updates with AI-powered tools, including Workspace Intelligence, improved Sheets features, meeting summaries and automation tools to simplify everyday work ta

X introduces Grok AI-powered 'Custom Timelines' for personalised feeds

X has introduced Custom Timelines, allowing users to pin topics to their home feed, with Grok powering personalised content based on interests and activity, now in early access on iOS