EU proposes 16-year minimum age for social media and AI platforms

The European Parliament is calling for stronger online protection for children, proposing an EU-wide minimum age of 16 for accessing social media, video-sharing platforms and AI companions, while allowing 13–16-year-olds to access these services only with parental consent.

Fastrack Cosmix with 1.32″ AMOLED display, Cosmic Drive inspired case launched

Fastrack has introduced the Fastrack Smart Cosmix smartwatch in India, expanding its Fastrack Smart lineup. The model uses a space-helmet-inspired Cosmic Tribe case with aerodynamic curves and a metal frame that follows the brand’s Cosmic Drive design language.

Amazon unveils Leo Ultra gigabit-speed terminal as enterprise preview begins

Amazon on Monday outlined new enterprise-focused hardware and services for Amazon Leo, formerly known as Project Kuiper, and opened an enterprise preview program.

LG Smart TVs now support cloud gaming with Xbox app in India

LG Electronics India Limited has launched the LG Gaming Portal, enabling console-free gaming on LG Smart TVs. The portal integrates with Xbox, providing access to over 4,000 cloud-streamed games and 600 free single- and multiplayer titles. The Xbox app serves as a single platform for users to access high-performance cloud gaming.

Android Auto gets Gemini AI for Maps insights, messaging edits, Gmail access and more

Google has introduced Gemini AI to Android Auto for users who have switched from Google Assistant to Gemini on their phones. According to Guemmy Kim, Senior Director of Product & User Experience for Android for Cars, Gemini enables natural, back-and-forth interactions and handles more complex requests without requiring drivers to recall specific voice commands.

Google rolls out Nano Banana Pro powered by Gemini 3 for advanced AI image generation

Google has introduced Nano Banana Pro, a new image generation and editing model built on Gemini 3 Pro, designed to leverage advanced reasoning and real-world knowledge. Naina Raisinghani, Product Manager at Google DeepMind, stated that the model improves the visualization of information compared to previous solutions.

Telegram adds Live Stories streaming, repeated messages, and gift auctions

Telegram has released a new update that brings live-streaming to Stories, adds automated scheduling options for messages, and introduces an auction-based system for distributing limited-edition gifts. The update also includes refreshed interface elements on Android and iOS, along with new tools for creators who use external streaming software.

Sony INZONE H9 II wireless Noise Cancelling gaming headset launched in India

Sony India has introduced the INZONE H9 II (WH-G910N), the second-generation variant of its flagship gaming headset. The model brings updates to noise cancellation, audio handling, microphone clarity, comfort, and wireless performance, shaped using feedback from Fnatic for competitive gaming across PC and console platforms.

vivo S50 Pro mini with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 teased

vivo has started teasing the launch of S50 Pro mini in the S50 series in China as the successor to the S30 Pro mini which was introduced back in May. vivo’s Han Boxio has confirmed some of the features of the phone.

Samsung and UN GCNI launch ‘DigiArivu’ to boost digital and STEM education in Tamil Nadu

Samsung has partnered with the United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) to launch ‘DigiArivu – Empowering Students Through Tech’, an educational initiative focused on enhancing digital and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in Tamil Nadu.

TECNO integrates Jio True 5G features for optimized 5G SA performance

Update: To celebrate TECNO becoming the first smartphone brand to meet Jio’s 5G Standards – Best Mobile for Signal, TECNO has announced that starting 1st December, first 10,000 Spark Go 5G buyers will receive a complimentary 1-month Jio Truly Unlimited 5G prepaid plan valued at ₹349.

Jio expands free 18-month Gemini AI Pro subscription to all

Reliance Jio, in partnership with Google, has significantly expanded its Gemini Pro Plan offering. Coinciding with the global launch of Google’s newest AI model, Gemini 3, the 18-month free subscription to the Gemini Pro Plan, valued at ₹35,100, is now rolling out to all active Jio Unlimited 5G users, moving beyond the initial, age-restricted “Jio … Continue reading “Jio expands free 18-month Gemini AI Pro subscription to all”

TRAI mandates pre-tagging of SMS variables to curb phishing and misuse

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a new Direction instructing all Access Providers to mandatorily pre-tag every variable field used in SMS content templates for commercial communication.

Google rolls out Gemini 3 with Deep Think mode, enhanced coding and agentic actions

Google has introduced Gemini 3, the next generation of its AI model series, bringing upgrades in long-form reasoning, multimodal interpretation, interface generation, developer tools, and agent-based task execution.