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XChat app to go live on April 25 for iPhone, iPad users: Check features

X is set to launch XChat, a standalone messaging app with encrypted chats, disappearing messages and large group support, moving beyond its existing in-app messaging system

Snapchat adds Place Loyalty on Snap Map to track visits and rank users

Snapchat has introduced Place Loyalty on Snap Map, a feature that tracks how often users visit places and ranks them into tiers, offering insights into frequent locations while keeping data private

Apple fixes iOS bug that retained notifications from deleted apps: Details

Apple has fixed a bug in iOS that could retain notifications from deleted apps, after a report suggested Signal message alerts could still be accessed even after the app was removed

Threads brings Live Chats for real-time group discussions: How it works

Threads has introduced Live Chats, letting users join public conversations during live events like sports and music releases, enabling real-time interaction instead of post-event reactions

Enterprise AI adoption held back by skills gap, says Nutanix AI chief

Nutanix Chief AI Officer Debojyoti Dutta says enterprises are struggling to deploy AI at scale due to a shortage of skilled professionals, even as adoption shifts from pilots to production

Asus Zenbook Duo 2026 hands-on impressions: Two screens, massive potential

With a dual-screen design and flexible form factor, the Zenbook Duo aims to change how you work on the go

Meta to track employee activity on computers to train its AI agents: Report

Meta may track employee mouse and keyboard activity to train AI agents, aiming to improve how systems handle real-world computer tasks, though privacy concerns remain

OPPO Find X9 Ultra, Find X9s set to launch in India in May: What to expect

OPPO to launch Find X9 Ultra and X9s in India this May, expanding its flagship lineup with a camera-focused Ultra model and an X9s smartphone for a more balanced flagship

Pixel phones face battery drain issue after April update, Google probes

Pixel users report battery drain after the April 2026 update, with devices losing power quickly. Google has acknowledged the issue and is investigating a possible fix in the next update

OpenAI releases ChatGPT Images 2.0 model for detailed, multi-image outputs

OpenAI releases ChatGPT Images 2.0 model for detailed, multi-image outputs OpenAI launches ChatGPT Images 2.0 with better accuracy, multi-image output and safer image generation, making it more useful

WhatsApp reportedly testing paid 'Plus' tier with more features: What's new

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a paid 'Plus' tier with themes, stickers, icons, and more pinned chats, while core features like messaging, calls, and privacy remain free for all users

Apple bets new CEO John Ternus will bring back Jobs-era decisiveness

Apple also is betting that Ternus has a more decisive leadership style, something closer to that of co-founder Steve Jobs

Microsoft releases Xbox mode in Insider Canary build for Windows 11: Report

Microsoft has reportedly rolled out Xbox mode to Windows 11 Insider Canary users, bringing a console-like full-screen gaming interface to PCs

This EU rule may let you replace your phone battery yourself from 2027

From February 2027, the EU will require many devices to have removable batteries, a shift that could make phones easier to repair, extend their lifespan, and influence global design standards

Products launched during Tim Cook's reign that shaped Apple's evolution

Apple has announced Tim Cook's exit as CEO, marking the end of an era defined by major launches like AirPods, Apple Watch, and Apple Silicon Macs

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold no longer on sale, successor may launch soon

Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold has sold out globally, but reports suggest the company may already be working on a successor with a redesigned hinge

Tech Digest April 17: Gucci Android XR glasses, AI Mode on Chrome, Netflix

Gucci to launch Android XR-based smart glasses in 2027. AI Mode in Chrome gets side-by-side browsing. Netflix on iPhone is getting Vertical videos. OpenAI updates Codex app. Pixel Glow lighting

YouTube mobile app may get timestamp sharing feature for videos: Report

YouTube may add timestamp sharing on mobile, letting users share specific video moments instantly, replacing Clips and making sharing faster and simpler

OPPO Find X9 Ultra to get Apple AirDrop support with Quick Share: Report

OPPO may add AirDrop-like support to Quick Share on Find X9 Ultra, enabling direct file sharing between Android and Apple devices without third-party apps

Google integrates Gemini's Personal Intelligence with Nano Banana imaging

Google brings Personal Intelligence to Gemini, letting users create personalised AI images using Google Photos, with faster results, fewer prompts and more control over output