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Amazon India expands Health and Insurance benefits for 90,000 delivery associates

Amazon India has announced an expansion of its health and insurance benefits, extending coverage to approximately 90,000 delivery associates across its last-mile operations network. This rollout is part of a recently announced investment of over ₹2,800 crore (approximately $300 million) directed toward associate safety, health, and financial well-being, as well as the scaling of its logistics network. Continue reading “Amazon India expands Health and Insurance benefits for 90,000 delivery associates”

Samsung One UI 9 beta to roll out starting with Galaxy S26 series

Samsung has announced the rollout of its One UI 9 beta program. Built upon the newly released Android 17, the beta phase will begin this week, starting with the Galaxy S26 series. The update focuses on expanding customization options, introducing new creative tools, enhancing accessibility, and bolstering device security. Continue reading “Samsung One UI 9 beta to roll out starting with Galaxy S26 series”

Garmin Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170 GPS running watches with AMOLED displays announced

Garmin has introduced the Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170, two running-focused smartwatches designed to support training, recovery tracking, and everyday fitness use. Continue reading “Garmin Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170 GPS running watches with AMOLED displays announced”

Sony BRAVIA 3 II series 55″, 65″, 75″ and 85″ 4K 120Hz Google TVs launched in India

Sony India has launched the Sony BRAVIA 3 II TV series in India, expanding its premium television lineup with AI-powered picture processing, immersive audio formats, and next-generation gaming features. Continue reading “Sony BRAVIA 3 II series 55″, 65″, 75″ and 85″ 4K 120Hz Google TVs launched in India”

India smartphone market declines 4.1% YoY in Q1 2026: IDC

India’s smartphone market declined in Q1 2026, with shipments falling 4.1% year-over-year to 31.0 million units, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The decline reflects a structural shift in demand patterns rather than a short-term slowdown, as premium segments continued to show strength. Continue reading “India smartphone market declines 4.1% YoY in Q1 2026: IDC”

Samsung opens registrations for 2026 Vision AI TVs ahead of India launch

Samsung India has opened registrations in India for its upcoming 2026 Vision AI television lineup ahead of launch later this month. The 2026 range will expand Samsung’s Vision AI Companion (VAC) features across its 4K UHD and above TV lineup. Continue reading “Samsung opens registrations for 2026 Vision AI TVs ahead of India launch”

HONOR Magic8 Pro one of the first to get Android 17 Beta 3

Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR has announced that its flagship smartphone, the HONOR Magic8 Pro, is among the first devices in the industry to support Android 17 Beta 3. This release is primarily designed to allow developers to test new features, refine application compatibility, and ensure smooth integration with the device’s hardware prior to the official operating system rollout. Continue reading “HONOR Magic8 Pro one of the first to get Android 17 Beta 3”

OpenAI unveils Daybreak AI platform for cyber defenders

OpenAI has introduced Daybreak, a new “frontier AI for cyber defenders” initiative focused on helping organizations build safer software that is resilient by design. The company describes Daybreak as its vision for changing how software is built and defended by integrating cyber defense directly into the software development lifecycle. Continue reading “OpenAI unveils Daybreak AI platform for cyber defenders”

realme 16T 5G to launch in India on May 22nd

realme has announced the upcoming launch of the realme 16T 5G, scheduled to debut in the Indian market on May 22, 2026, as the successor to last year’s realme 15T. The manufacturer is positioning the new device as a high-endurance smartphone, primarily highlighting its large battery capacity and related hardware optimizations. Continue reading “realme 16T 5G to launch in India on May 22nd”

Google Gemini gets AI study guides and flashcards from handwritten notes

Google has started rolling out Digitize your paper notes with Gemini, a new feature in the Google Gemini app that allows users to convert handwritten notes into AI-generated study guides and flashcards for exam preparation. Continue reading “Google Gemini gets AI study guides and flashcards from handwritten notes”

OpenAI launches Deployment Company to scale enterprise AI adoption

OpenAI has announced the OpenAI Deployment Company, a new business focused on helping organizations build, integrate, and deploy AI systems across critical operations and workflows. Continue reading “OpenAI launches Deployment Company to scale enterprise AI adoption”

Apple and Google roll out end-to-end encryption beta for cross-platform RCS

Apple and Google have collaborated on a cross-industry initiative to implement end-to-end encryption (E2EE) within Rich Communication Services (RCS). This update aims to improve the security and privacy of the cross-platform messaging standard, which serves as the modern replacement for traditional SMS. Continue reading “Apple and Google roll out end-to-end encryption beta for cross-platform RCS”

OPPO India and Discovery launch Filmmaker Accelerator Program for emerging creators

OPPO India, in collaboration with Discovery, has announced the Filmmaker Accelerator Program, a new initiative designed to discover and support emerging Indian content creators through mobile visual storytelling. Continue reading “OPPO India and Discovery launch Filmmaker Accelerator Program for emerging creators”

Bombae Hairplay Pro all-in-one hair styling system launched

Bombay Shaving Company has introduced the Hairplay Pro, a hairstyling system designed for at-home use that aims to replace traditional multi-tool and heat-based styling routines. The launch also reflects the brand’s expansion from body grooming solutions to head hair care and broader hair expression products. Continue reading “Bombae Hairplay Pro all-in-one hair styling system launched”

SanDisk Crayola USB-C Flash Drive with up to 256GB capacity, up to 300MB/s read speeds launched in India

SanDisk and Crayola have launched the SANDISK Crayola USB-C Flash Drive, the first officially licensed Crayola USB flash drive. It is designed to store schoolwork, artwork, photos, games, and other digital files in a crayon-shaped form factor inspired by Crayola’s 120+ year legacy of creativity. Continue reading “SanDisk Crayola USB-C Flash Drive with up to 256GB capacity, up to 300MB/s read speeds launched in India”