Smartphone privacy settings: Your phone does not need to secretly record your conversations to serve hyper-specific ads, modern algorithms already predict your behavior using search history, scrolling patterns, location data, and thousands of invisible digital signals.
Snapchat streak restore: Snapchat has a native in-app feature that helps restore Snapstreaks instantly. Open Snapchat, locate the chat with the person whose streak you lost, and look for a "Restore" button.
Google fake call detection feature: Google’s fake call detection feature is designed to help identify potentially suspicious calls and alert users during conversations.
AI-generated fake images: If an image feels too shocking or unbelievable, pause before forwarding it. Tools such as reverse image search can help verify where a picture first appeared online.
During summer, smartphones naturally heat up faster – especially during gaming, navigation, video streaming, or outdoor use. High temperatures can affect battery performance and make devices drain power more quickly.
The battle for dominance in artificial intelligence is increasingly shifting from technology to capital markets, with OpenAI and Anthropic emerging as the frontrunners in what could become the biggest IPO race in history.
Claude AI down: The outage affected both free and paid users in several regions, including India, raising concerns among developers, students, and professionals who use Claude for everyday tasks.
Smartphone location tracking: On iPhone, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services. Tap any app and change access to “Never” or “While Using the App” instead of “Always.”
WhatsApp new feature: Leaks revealed Apple is testing an anti-snatching feature to auto-lock stolen iPhones, while WhatsApp is building a blurred "spoiler mode" to hide texts.
Lava Bold N2 5G: Teasers show the device in a glossy dark blue colour, with a gold-coloured variant also expected. The back panel features a square-shaped camera module housing two sensors and an LED flash.
Meta subscription plan: Instagram Plus subscribers may get Story rewatch insights – showing how many times a Story was rewatched – unlimited audience lists, extended Story visibility beyond 24 hours, and the option to preview Stories without appearing in the viewer list.
Why screenshots reduce image quality: The biggest reason screenshots reduce image quality is resolution loss. When you take a screenshot, your device only captures the version currently shown on your display - not the original high-quality file.
Hack of the day: UPI scams often do not happen because someone hacks a bank account. Instead, fraudsters trick users into approving a payment request or sharing details over a phone call.
Hack of the day: WhatsApp offers IP address protection in calls, a setting that routes calls through WhatsApp servers instead of creating a direct connection.
Xiaomi 17T India launch: The smartphone is expected to launch at a starting price of around Rs 59,999. It may come in two storage options - 12GB RAM + 256GB storage and 12GB RAM + 512GB storage.
Laptop screen cleaning tips: Use a clean, dry microfiber cloth first. Gently wipe the screen in small circular motions to remove dust and fingerprints.
World's largest Internet user base country: China comes out on top with approximately 1.30 billion internet users while India ranks second with 806 million users.
Altman said OpenAI had been “roughly right” about the pace of technological progress in AI, but “pretty wrong” about the social and economic consequences.
Smartphone battery saving tips: Turn off features you are not using, such as Bluetooth, hotspot, GPS, or 5G in areas with weak network coverage. Poor mobile signals force phones to constantly search for connectivity, which drains battery faster.
Fake QR code scam: Unlike regular web links, QR codes hide the destination URL until after you scan them, making it harder to spot a fake site at first glance.
Vivo T5x 5G vs OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite: Both are closely matched budget 5G smartphones with strong battery life, capable cameras, and smooth daily performance.
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