Zoom expands enterprise agentic AI platform with AI Companion 3.0 and workflow orchestration

Zoom Communications has expanded its enterprise agentic AI platform with new workflow orchestration capabilities across Zoom Workplace, Zoom Phone, and Zoom CX. Continue reading “Zoom expands enterprise agentic AI platform with AI Companion 3.0 and workflow orchestration”

Google expands Chrome AI features for productivity, learning and image editing

Google has announced the rollout of new built-in AI capabilities for Google Chrome users in India. The update also expands availability to Canada and New Zealand. The features are powered by Gemini 3.1 and are designed to help users find information, summarise content and complete tasks directly within the browser. Continue reading “Google expands Chrome AI features for productivity, learning and image editing”

Microsoft rolls out Copilot Cowork to automate workflows in Microsoft 365

Microsoft has introduced Copilot Cowork, a tool that allows users to move beyond generating responses or drafts and enables execution of tasks directly across Microsoft 365 applications. Copilot Cowork is designed to convert user intent into actionable work while keeping full control in the user’s hands. Continue reading “Microsoft rolls out Copilot Cowork to automate workflows in Microsoft 365”

Google Play Store now warns users about battery-hogging apps

Google has introduced the excessive partial wake lock metric to help developers identify background behaviors that contribute to battery drain. Developed in collaboration with Samsung and refined using developer feedback, the metric completed its beta phase last year and is now available to all developers, providing insights into how apps hold partial wake locks during user sessions. Continue reading “Google Play Store now warns users about battery-hogging apps”

OpenAI Codex desktop app now available on Windows

OpenAI has released the Codex desktop app for Windows, following its macOS launch last month. The app provides a dedicated environment for managing multiple coding agents, running tasks in parallel, and coordinating long-running projects. Continue reading “OpenAI Codex desktop app now available on Windows”

Google updates Android with flexible billing, lower Play Store fees, and resolves Epic Games dispute

Google has announced updates to the Android ecosystem, covering billing flexibility on Google Play, a new Registered App Stores program, revised developer fee structures, and resolution of its dispute with Epic Games. The update was shared by Sameer Samat, President of Android Ecosystem. Continue reading “Google updates Android with flexible billing, lower Play Store fees, and resolves Epic Games dispute”

NotebookLM gets Cinematic Video Overviews powered by Gemini 3 and Veo 3

Google has announced Cinematic Video Overviews for NotebookLM, expanding its AI-based video creation tools. The feature moves beyond narrated slide-style Video Overviews and generates animated, visually detailed videos based on user sources. Continue reading “NotebookLM gets Cinematic Video Overviews powered by Gemini 3 and Veo 3”

Google Home gets new automation starters, Nest x Yale Lock controls, and Gemini upgrades

Google has released a new update for the Google Home. The update introduces new automation starters and conditions, expanded controls for Nest x Yale Lock, multiple improvements to Gemini for Home in Early Access, and a software update for Nest Wifi Pro. Continue reading “Google Home gets new automation starters, Nest x Yale Lock controls, and Gemini upgrades”

Samsung Wallet adds digital home key for smart door unlocking

Samsung Electronics has launched Digital Home Key, a new feature within Samsung Wallet that enables Galaxy users to unlock compatible smart door locks using their smartphones. Starting in March 2026, the feature extends Samsung Wallet’s digital key support from vehicles to homes. Continue reading “Samsung Wallet adds digital home key for smart door unlocking”

WhatsApp rolls out chat-based insurance services with major insurers in India

WhatsApp today introduced a chat-based option for users in India to buy and renew life insurance policies. Several insurers are now using the messaging platform to provide policy-related services, reducing the need for branch visits, paperwork, or multiple online portals. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out chat-based insurance services with major insurers in India”

Google Translate gets new AI features for idioms, tone, and context understanding

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Google has introduced new AI-powered features in Google Translate to help users find the right words and accurately convey tone in conversations, whether informal chats or professional meetings. Continue reading “Google Translate gets new AI features for idioms, tone, and context understanding”

Zoom Virtual Agent 3.0 launched with new execution architecture and AI capabilities

Zoom Communications has introduced Zoom Virtual Agent 3.0 (ZVA), the latest version of its virtual customer service automation platform. The update brings a new execution architecture and expanded AI capabilities designed to support end-to-end issue resolution, structured handoffs to human agents, and cross-system workflow execution across voice and chat. Continue reading “Zoom Virtual Agent 3.0 launched with new execution architecture and AI capabilities”

YouTube Premium Lite gets Background Play and Downloads

YouTube has announced a feature update for its Premium Lite subscription tier, integrating background play and offline downloads into the service, which were not available at the launch. Continue reading “YouTube Premium Lite gets Background Play and Downloads”

Canva acquires MangoAI and Cavalry to expand AI and pro creative suite

Canva has announced the acquisitions of MangoAI and Cavalry to expand its AI capabilities and professional creative suite. Continue reading “Canva acquires MangoAI and Cavalry to expand AI and pro creative suite”