Grok Bot has launched in beta as an AI agent that can use its own cloud computer to work across apps, websites and inboxes. It can handle multi-step tasks, learn workflows and run multiple agents, potentially making repetitive work faster and easier.
Apple Pay could launch in India in October with support for Visa and Mastercard cards, while UPI integration may arrive later as Apple and NPCI work to resolve technical and authentication challenges.
YouTube will raise YPP entry requirements for new creators from February 1, 2027, doubling the watch-hour and Shorts-view thresholds for ad and Premium revenue. Existing YPP members and the 500-subscriber fan-funding tier will remain unaffected.
Meta has unveiled Muse Glimmer, a 30-billion-parameter open-weight AI model designed for agentic task completion, multi-step reasoning, tool use and multimodal inputs. The model can run locally on consumer hardware and is released under the Apache 2.0 license.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is expected to launch in September with a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Exynos 2500 chipset, 50MP triple camera setup, 4,900mAh battery, 45W charging and Android 17-based One UI 9.
OnePlus has started the ColorOS 17 Closed Beta programme in India for select devices, including the OnePlus 15 and 15R, marking the company's shift from OxygenOS to ColorOS with Android 17.
Apple has released iOS 27 Beta 5 for developers with refreshed app icons, Liquid Glass changes, enhanced Siri voice controls, improved search options and several system tweaks ahead of the public release.
Google Drive for desktop is ending its Google Photos backup feature on August 10, 2026. Users can continue backing up computer folders through Google Photos' dedicated "Back up folders" option, while existing photos and videos will remain safe.
WhatsApp faced a global outage on Monday, with users in India and several other countries reporting problems sending photos, videos, GIFs and stickers. Text messaging appeared to work normally, while Meta has reportedly linked the disruption to technical issues affecting its systems.
Motorola Moto G Max is set to launch in India on August 14 with a 6.72-inch 120Hz display, Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 chipset, 50MP Sony LYTIA 600 camera and a massive 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery.
iPhone 18 series could bring a major shift in Apple's launch strategy, with Pro models expected in September 2026. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is tipped to feature a 2nm A20 Pro chip, 12GB RAM, variable aperture and advanced satellite connectivity.
Redmi Note 17 5G has launched in India with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, 8000mAh battery, 120Hz AMOLED display and HyperOS 3 based on Android 16. Priced from Rs 27,999, the smartphone offers upgraded performance, long-term software support and advanced camera features.
Google has teased the Pixel 11 Pro Fold ahead of its Made by Google event on August 12. The foldable is expected to feature the Tensor G6 chipset, a 4,800mAh battery and a redesigned camera bar, with pre-orders for the Pixel 11 series opening on launch day.
DJI has launched the Mic Mini 2S, a compact wireless microphone featuring 32-bit float internal recording, up to 28 hours of onboard storage, four-transmitter support and AI noise cancellation. The microphone is designed for creators, filmmakers, podcasters and livestreamers.
CMF by Nothing has entered the open-ear audio market with the Clip Pro wireless earbuds featuring a C-shaped clip design, 10.8mm drivers, LDAC support, smart dial case and up to 32.5 hours of battery life. The earbuds focus on comfort, safety and all-day listening without blocking the ear canal.
