Instagram has launched Instants, a new feature for sharing spontaneous, unfiltered photos with friends that disappear after viewing. With private archives, DM replies, teen safety controls, and an optional companion app, Instants aims to make sharing real-time moments quicker and more personal.
Google may be testing a major change to its free cloud storage policy, with some new users reportedly receiving only 5GB by default instead of 15GB. To unlock the full storage at no cost, users may need to link a phone number, a move aimed at limiting spam accounts and multiple free sign ups
X has introduced a new "History" tab for iOS users, allowing them to revisit unfinished videos, articles, liked posts and bookmarks in one place. Announced by Nikita Bier, the feature aims to improve long-form content consumption as X pushes to evolve into an "everything app."
Google faced a brief server outage on Tuesday, May 12, affecting thousands of users in India. Around 3,300 complaints were reported on Downdetector at about 10:20 am IST, with users seeing an internal server error while searching. The issue was later resolved, and Google services returned to normal.
SpaceX has partnered with Anthropic to provide computing power from its Colossus 1 facility in Memphis, helping the Claude AI maker meet rising demand. The deal marks a shift for Elon Musk, who previously criticised Anthropic but now says he will support AI firms working for humanity's benefit
Instagram ending end-to-end encrypted DMs from May 8, 2026, could improve safety checks and harmful content detection, but it also raises privacy concerns as chats may no longer remain fully protected between only the sender and receiver.
Google has launched Fitbit Air, a screenless and lightweight fitness tracker built for 24/7 health monitoring. With advanced sensors, AI-powered health coaching, one-week battery life and support for both Android and iOS, the wearable aims to offer focused wellness tracking without smartwatch-style
Google's May 2026 Pixel update fixes wireless charging slowdowns, camera freezing, and display flickering across Pixel 7a to 10a models. It also includes the May security patch, but does not address the ongoing battery life problem reported by some users.
A massive Microsoft 365 Copilot rollout is bringing AI tools to 743,000 workers, helping employees draft emails, summarise meetings, create documents, analyse data, and improve productivity while maintaining strong digital security.
Oppo's major restructuring brings OnePlus and Realme closer under a unified sub-brand strategy. While both retain their identities, the move aims to share resources, reduce costs, and boost global growth, with OnePlus focusing on premium devices and Realme targeting budget users.
WhatsApp has banned around 9,400 scam-linked accounts in India over the past 12 weeks as part of a crackdown on rising cyber fraud. The action, coordinated with government agencies, highlights growing efforts to combat digital scams and strengthen user safety.
YouTube is testing a new AI-powered search feature called "Ask YouTube," allowing users to search in natural language and get AI-generated answers, videos, and follow-up responses. Currently available in YouTube Labs for US Premium users, the feature aims to make search more conversational.
Reliance Industries plans a ₹1.6 lakh crore investment to build a massive 1.5 GW AI-focused data centre cluster in Visakhapatnam, powered by renewable energy. The project aims to position India as a global AI hub while boosting digital infrastructure, jobs, and clean energy growth.
OpenAI is developing an AI-powered smartphone focused on a single intelligent agent instead of apps. Designed with Jony Ive, the device will rely on voice and gestures, feature a custom AI chip, and could launch by 2028, marking a major shift in mobile technology.
A global ChatGPT outage on April 20 disrupted millions of users for nearly three hours, highlighting growing dependence on AI tools and raising concerns over reliability during peak hours.
