Social media giant X, formerly known as Twitter, has officially announced its decision to challenge the Karnataka High Court's recent order that upholds the Indian government's authority to issue content takedown orders under the IT Act. The court's verdict has sparked a debate on the regulation of social media, specifically concerning cases of offenses against women. X contends that the government's use of a secretive online portal to demand content removal without due process and judicial review violates the constitutional rights of Indian citizens to free speech and expression. The platform also raises concerns about the implications of this order and asserts its right to defend free expression.
Samsung has started rolling out the highly anticipated One UI 8 update for a wide range of Galaxy devices, including flagship models like the S23 series and the fifth generation Fold and Flip phones. Despite its originally expected October release, the update is already reaching users in South Korea and is expected to expand to other countries, including India, in the coming weeks. This update introduces various refinements and improvements, such as enhanced performance, UI tweaks, and closer integration with Galaxy devices. Users can manually check for the update through their phone's settings, and the official release for other countries is expected after October 2.
Samsung has officially released One UI 8, the latest version of its operating system, for eligible smartphones. Touted as being based on Android 16, the update introduces advanced AI capabilities and a user-friendly experience tailored to different device form factors. Users can also expect personalized and proactive suggestions to boost their productivity. Eligible models for the update include the Galaxy S25 series and other popular Samsung models.
Get ready for the future of smartphones – the Samsung Galaxy S26 series. With leaks already surfacing, the highly sought-after lineup is set to launch in early 2026 and is already causing a buzz. The series will include the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Pro, and Edge, each with their own unique features and designs that will push the boundaries of smartphone technology. From a revamped stylus to ultra-thin bezels and powerful processors, here's everything you can expect from each variant.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched BSNL's 4G services across 98,000 sites in India, marking a major milestone in the country's telecom sector. With this, BSNL becomes the fifth country in the world to have a self-reliant telecom infrastructure developed entirely in-house. The move is expected to benefit over 90 million subscribers and challenge private players with its more affordable recharge plans and improved coverage.
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MediaTek's latest chipset, the Dimensity 9500, promises to elevate mobile experiences with its powerful AI, gaming, and imaging features. Featuring a third-generation All Big Core CPU design and the Arm G1-Ultra GPU, the chipset delivers outstanding performance and energy efficiency. With these upgrades, smartphones are set to compete with gaming consoles, and AI capabilities will be more prevalent and power-friendly.
As the Navratri festival begins, Google has introduced a new feature called Nano Banana to its Gemini 2.5 Flash model. This feature utilizes AI to create stunning images, including the popular AI retro saree look that has taken over social media. Now, users can use this feature to create unique, personalized images to wish their friends and family a Happy Navratri. The feature is completely free and allows for unlimited image creations, making it the perfect tool to add a touch of technology to your festivities.
Samsung aims to take the lead in the smartphone market with the launch of their upcoming Samsung S26, powered by their in-house developed 2-nanometer processor. With production of their new Exynos 2600 SoC set to start in September, Samsung hopes to overcome previous difficulties and attract orders from other chip developers such as Qualcomm, Nintendo, Tesla, and Valens. This could lead to better utilization of Samsung Foundry's production facilities.
A leaked One UI 8.5 firmware has revealed that the next major version of Samsung's One UI will be One UI 9.0. While previous updates have been mostly focused on fixes and optimizations, One UI 9.0 is expected to bring a fully new innovative experience to the Android OS. Although it is still early to determine the exact release date, it is likely to debut with next year's Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip folding smartphones. Stay tuned for more details as they become available.