Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at its February 25 Unpacked event. An accidental Amazon India listing and leaked dummy units suggest a flatter stem design and refreshed look. The Buds 4 may feature an open fit style, while the Pro model retains ear tips. Both are tipped to support ANC. The Pro could offer an IP57 rating and 26 hours of battery life. Pricing may start at EUR 179 (roughly Rs. 19,200).
Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the developer behind acclaimed remakes and remasters like Demon's Souls, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection, and Shadow of the Colossus. Sony said roughly 70 employees would be laid off as a result of the studio's closure. Bluepoint will shut operations in March.
Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 has been launched in global markets with Bluetooth calling support and a 1.5-inch AMOLED display. The rugged smartwatch has a 10 ATM water resistance rating and is said to deliver up to 50 hours of battery life with GPS tracking. It supports 187 sports modes and features 64GB of onboard storage. It monitors heart rate, blood-oxygen saturation (SpO2), stress and skin temperature.
Apple’s C1X model, which is found on the iPhone Air, “suddenly” malfunctioned, a Reddit user complains. The user said that, on Thursday, he woke up to find his iPhone Air not receiving cellular reception. Upon running mobile diagnostics, the user found that a hardware issue had been detected. They claimed that the phone had no physical damage. Apple launched the iPhone Air in September 2025, claiming the phone to be the thinnest iPhone model ever. The handset features Apple’s C1X modem, which is claimed to be faster and more efficient than the C1 modem found on the iPhone 16e.
Xiaomi is reportedly preparing to launch the Redmi Buds 8 Active as a more affordable option below the Redmi Buds 8 Lite. Leaked renders suggest a semi-in-ear design with a similar stem and case design, offered in Blue, Black, and White. The earbuds are expected to feature a 14.2mm driver, AAC support, AI call noise reduction, Bluetooth 5.4, and multipoint connectivity. They may offer up to 37 hours of total battery life and launch at EUR 19.99 (roughly Rs. 2,100).
Samsung Electronics today announced the beta program for its latest version of Bixby. With the latest update, users can ask the on-device assistant for what they need through natural language. Additionally, it expands access to up-to-date answers from the open web. Samsung's updated Bixby experience in One UI 8.5 is currently available in select markets like Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US. Samsung has planned a wider rollout in the coming months.
The Poco X8 series is rumoured to launch soon in global markets as the successor to the 2025 Poco X7 lineup. Ahead of its anticipated debut, specifications of the Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max models have surfaced in a fresh leak. According to a tipster, the purported handsets from the Xiaomi sub-brand will feature 1.5K 120Hz OLED screens, up to IP69K ingress protection ratings, and up to 100W fast charging support.
WhatsApp on Friday announced a new feature for its app, which is aimed at reducing interruptions in group conversations. Dubbed Group Message History, it simplifies group onboarding without compromising user privacy by eliminating the need for manually forwarding older messages, while adhering to end-to-end encryption policies. The instant messaging platform says group administrators have a choice of whether to share the previous message history with new members.
A new global map of small mare ridges suggests the Moon’s tectonic activity is younger and more widespread than previously believed. Researchers identified more than 1,100 previously unknown ridges, showing the lunar crust is still shrinking. These features, formed by thrust faults similar to lobate scarps, indicate moonquakes could occur across much broader regions. The findings may reshape how space agencies assess seismic risks for future lunar missions, including Artemis.
Nothing Phone 4a series will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets, the tech firm announced on Thursday via a social media post. The lineup, which is expected to include the Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro, is confirmed to be launched in India by the tech firm on March 5 at 4pm IST. The Phone 4a series will be available for purchase in the country via Flipkart. Recently, a report highlighted that the standard model will be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset. It might pack a 5,400mAh battery.
Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri is a lighthearted comedy starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday. While the film had an underwhelming run at the box office, it is now transitioning to digital platforms. Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The movie was released in theaters on Christmas 2025.
Adobe, on Thursday, announced that it will offer free access to its flagship productivity and creativity apps to students in India via accredited higher education institutions, including 15,000 schools and 500 colleges. Additionally, the company has announced that it will start offering an AI training curriculum and certifications to students in collaboration with NASSCOM FutureSkills Prime in the country. Both announcements were made at the AI Impact Summit 2026, which is taking place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
Meta is reportedly planning to launch its first smartwatch later this year, focusing on health tracking and a built-in Meta AI assistant. A recent report suggests the device, code-named Malibu 2, could debut alongside updated Ray-Ban Display smart glasses and may replace the neural wristband used for gesture controls. The move would revive Meta’s shelved smartwatch project from 2022. The report also notes Meta has delayed its Phoenix mixed-reality glasses to 2027 amid a broader AR roadmap review.
Infinix Xpad 30E has been launched in select markets with an 11-inch full-HD+ LCD screen and a 7,000mAh battery with 18W charging support. It has a MediaTek Helio G80 chipset paired with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. It features a 5-megapixel rear camera unit. It sports an 8-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video chats.
The Elder Scrolls 6 is still "a while" away from its launch, Bethesda director Todd Howard has said. Howard, however, has confirmed that the game will mark a return to the studio's "classic style" after projects like Fallout 76 and Starfield. The Elder Scrolls 6 was revealed in 2018.
The Nothing Phone 4a series is scheduled to be launched early next month. In recent weeks, specifications of the Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro have surfaced, courtesy of the rumour mill. A recent report has once again shed light on what the successor to the Phone 3a series could offer. Both handsets are expected to share the same battery, chipset, and one of the cameras, while the implementation of the Glyph interface and colour options will differ.
Psycho Saiyaan is a romantic thriller that shows how love converts into a dark obsession and an emotional mess. It marks the OTT debut of Tejasswi Prakash. The show will start streaming on Amazon MX Player on February 25, 2026. The series can also be streamed for free on the MX Player app and website, in addition to being available on Prime Video.
AI Impact Summit 2026, which began on February 16, is witnessing multiple announcements from tech companies, apart from hosting conversations and meetings between industry leaders. On the fourth day of the summit, taking place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Pine Labs, the digital merchant payment gateway company, has announced that it is collaborating with Sam Altman-led OpenAI to embed the AI giant's APIs into the core of its global merchant ecosystem. This is said to help the company build agentic commerce for merchants.
Xiaomi has launched the Xiaomi QLED TV X Pro 75 in India with a 75-inch 4K QLED display, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Filmmaker Mode. It includes DLG 120Hz support, MEMC for smoother motion, and Auto Low Latency Mode for gaming. The TV packs a 34W speaker system with Dolby Audio and DTS technologies. Powered by a quad-core A55 chip with 32GB storage, it offers PatchWall, voice control, and wide connectivity options.
Samsung Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 are said to be in the works. Ahead of the official announcement, a new leak has suggested the India launch timeline and key specifications of the phones. They said to feature full-HD+ AMOLED displays with 120Hz resolution, 12-megapixel selfie cameras and 5,000mAh battery units with 45W charging support. The Galaxy A57 is said to run on the Exynos 1680 chipset, while the Galaxy A37 is tipped to feature the Exynos 1480 chipset.
The story of 56 Days begins with a chance encounter at a supermarket, where Ciara and Oliver’s whirlwind romance quickly deepens. 56 Days was released on 18 February on Amazon Prime Video in India and worldwide. There are 8 episodes in the series, and all were released the same day for fans. The series is available in English and Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam languages.
Indian streaming platform JioHotstar has announced partnership with OpenAI on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit on Thursday. As part of the move, a ChatGPT-powered voice and text assistant will be integrated directly into the JioHotstar app. As per the ChatGPT maker, the new multilingual discovery tool can help users find content through natural language conversations.
Google DeepMind on Wednesday announced Lyria 3, its latest artificial intelligence (AI) music generation model. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the new model is integrated into the Gemini app for Android and iOS, and is designed to help users generate high-quality music tracks using simple text prompts, leveraging multimodal generative AI. Lyria 3 is positioned as a creator-focused tool aimed at simplifying music production for social media, video, and digital storytelling.
MakeMyTrip has partnered with OpenAI to expand its use of artificial intelligence in travel planning and booking. The company will integrate OpenAI’s APIs into its app to add new features to Myra, its trip planning assistant. The collaboration aims to address high-intent conversational travel queries and provide structured booking options for flights, hotels, and related services. MakeMyTrip said Myra handles over 50,000 conversations daily across multiple languages, with strong adoption in Tier-2 and smaller cities.
Vivo V70 Elite has been launched in India by the Chinese smartphone maker as the latest addition to the company’s V series. The phone has been unveiled alongside the new Vivo V70. Both smartphones are set to go on sale in the country via Flipkart and the Vivo India online store. Both handsets carry triple rear camera units, headlined by a 50-megapixel main shooter. The new Vivo V70 series phones are backed by 6,500mAh batteries. While a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip powers the Elite model, the standard model ships with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC.
OpenAI is gearing up to open new offices in Bengaluru and Mumbai. The ChatGPT maker already has an office in New Delhi. The company also confirmed that India now accounts for over 100 million weekly ChatGPT users. It is collaborating with the Tata Group to develop an AI-ready data centre infrastructure in India. It has also announced the expansion of its OpenAI Certifications in India, and TCS will be a participating organisation in this initiative.
Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will be taken offline on April 17, 2026, Activision has announced. The mobile game's servers will be shut, marking an end for the title that launched in 2024. Warzone Mobile was delisted from app stores last year after it failed to meet Activision's expectations.
Funky is a Telugu film that falls under the comedy genre, making its debut on OTT platforms following its theatrical release. Directed by Anudeep KV, it is his latest comedy piece after Jathi Ratnalu. Funky revolves around the life of a girl named Komal, who is a film director at a very early stage of her career. It will be released on March 13, 2026, on Netflix.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot bug reportedly allowed the AI assistant to summarise confidential emails for several weeks without permission. Microsoft reportedly acknowledged the issue, which was first detected in January. The bug, identified as CW1226324, reportedly affects the Copilot "work tab" chat feature. The company has not disclosed how many users are affected by the bug, but it is said to have begun rolling out a fix in early February.
Microsoft’s Project Silica demonstrates that digital data can be stored in ordinary borosilicate glass for over 10,000 years. Using femtosecond lasers, researchers encode information as microscopic 3D voxels, achieving densities of 4.8 terabytes on a 2mm sheet. Unlike magnetic tapes or hard drives that degrade within decades, glass resists heat, moisture, and dust. Designed for long-term archives rather than everyday storage, this breakthrough could preserve cultural and scientific records for millennia.
AI Impact Summit 2026 was kicked off by the government on February 16 and is scheduled to conclude on February 21. The ongoing AI Impact Summit is witnessing various tech firms, industry leaders, and subject-matter experts from across the world coming together to hold discussions and showcase innovations. On the sidelines of the event, Sarvam and HMD announced that the Indian AI firm and Finnish company are entering a collaboration to introduce Sarvam’s AI-powered conversational assistant to HMD and Nokia feature phones.
OnePlus may be developing OxygenOS 17 based on Android 17, with leaks suggesting a focus on smoother performance and improved efficiency. The update could bring more fluid animations, fewer frame drops, and better interface transitions. Camera zoom may also become more seamless with reduced lag. Reports mention deeper optimisations such as improved CPU and memory management, better background app retention, faster app launches, and battery enhancements. Since OnePlus has not confirmed anything, these details should be taken cautiously.
Reliance Jio has announced a new limited-period JioHome Cricket Offer in India. It is aimed at the telecom service provider’s broadband and entertainment subscribers. The promotion bundles high-speed internet with access to live cricket streaming and targets users looking to upgrade their home connectivity during the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Positioned as a value-focused package, the JioHome Cricker Offer combines broadband, TV, and OTT benefits under a single subscription.
Apple has long been rumoured to be developing support for video playback in CarPlay, and the feature has now officially arrived via the new iOS 26.4 beta update. The development was spotted after the Cupertino-based tech giant updated its official developer documentation. The feature will allow compatible vehicles to display video content through the CarPlay interface.
The Vivo V70 Series 5G is all set be launched in India today. Arriving as the successor to 2025's V60 and the V60e, the upcoming lineup is expected to comprise two models — the Vivo V70 and the all-new Vivo V70 Elite. In the days leading up to its launch, the company has revealed several details about the upcoming handsets. They are teased to feature the narrowest bezels, measuring 1.25mm, in the under Rs. 50,000 price segment in the country.
New research suggests Saturn’s largest moon Titan and its iconic rings may share a violent origin. Simulations indicate Titan formed after a massive collision between two moons about 100 to 200 million years ago, resurfacing Titan and altering its orbit. The resulting instability likely shattered smaller moons, sending icy debris inward to create Saturn’s surprisingly young rings. Scientists say future missions could uncover evidence confirming this dramatic chapter in Saturn’s history.
Google Pixel 10a has been launched in India. The smartphone will go on sale in the country at 9pm local time today via Flipkart and the Google India online store. The handset is scheduled to go on sale in India on March 6 in Lavender, Obsidian, Fog, and Berry colour options. The new Pixel 10a is backed by a 5,100mAh battery. It features 30W wired and wireless charging support. It is powered by Google's Tensor G4 chipset, along with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It carries a dual rear camera setup.
One of the most anticipated Telugu horror films, Eesha, finally has an OTT release date. Written and directed by Manne Srinivas, this psychological horror-thriller centers on four friends who embark on a mission to debunk superstitions. After completing a successful theatrical run, this film will drop on February 20, 2026, exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.
OpenAI announced on Wednesday that it will collaborate with multiple higher education institutions in India to provide help and support to students in the country. The first cohort of institutes that the company will collaborate with will include the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) New Delhi, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), and Pearl Academy.
Google has announced America-India Connect, a collaborative infrastructure initiative anchored by Google's five-year $15 billion AI infrastructure investment in India. With this, the company aims to establish a new international subsea gateway in Visakhapatnam. It will create three new subsea paths connecting India to Singapore, South Africa, and Australia, and four strategic fibre-optic routes linking the US, India, and multiple locations across the Southern Hemisphere.
Veerappan The Bandit King is an upcoming thriller series that reflects on the life of the notorious and dangerous Veerappan. Directed by AMR Ramesh, the series stars Kishore in the lead role and explores the outlaw's life, covering everything from his childhood to the end of his reign of terror. The first season will premiere with six episodes exclusively on the Waves OTT platform starting February 27, 2026. The series will be available to stream in Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi.
Avowed is now available on PS5 a year after its release on PC and Xbox Series S/X, Microsoft and Obsidian Entertainment have announced. The game's PS5 version arrives alongside a major 2.0 patch that adds new features like photo mode, new playable species, and new game plus mode.
Physicists have proposed a new concept called spacetime quasicrystals, orderly structures that never repeat but exist across space and time. If proven, they could help explain the universe’s deep structure, quantum gravity, and hidden dimensions, while preserving key laws of relativity even at extremely small scales.
Hot Spot 2 Much is about to wrap up its theatrical run and make its way to OTT platforms. A spiritual sequel to the 2024 film Hot Spot, the movie was written and directed by Vignesh Karthick. It delivers an intense social drama with a gripping narrative structured into three distinct stories. Hot Spot 2 Much is set for a multi-streamer release and will be available on Amazon Prime Video, Aha, and Lionsgate Play starting February 20, 2026.
Nothing has released an awareness video via various social media platforms to warn customers that the Indian market has been flooded with counterfeit Nothing and CMF products. Akis Evangelidis, Co-Founder and President of Nothing India, said in the video that the London-based tech firm is working with law enforcement agencies to "identify and dismantle counterfeit supply chains” in the country. He claimed that the Delhi Police have seized more than 1,100 counterfeit charging adapters and true wireless stereo (TWS) with Nothing and CMF branding.
Directed by Uday Mahesh, Lucky The Superstar is an upcoming Tamil comedy-drama film set to debut soon on digital screens, offering a blend of humor and entertainment. The plot is light-hearted and revolves around a lost puppy whose transformative impact on people's lives makes him the heart of the movie. This film drops on February 20, 2026, exclusively on JioHotstar.
ESA’s CHEOPS mission has uncovered a surprising rocky planet at the outer edge of the LHS 1903 system. Located 116 light-years away, the discovery defies expectations that outer planets are gas giants. Scientists say the finding offers rare evidence that planets can form in gas-depleted environments, challenging current planetary formation models.
Microsoft has announced Game Pass wave 2 lineup for February. The game subscription service will soon add Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, EA Sports College Football 26, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition, among other games. Ubisoft's Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is now available on Game Pass, as well.
Nothing Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro prices in Europe have surfaced online, along with the specifications and features of the two upcoming smartphones. Recently, the London-based tech firm confirmed that the Nothing Phone 4a series will be launched in India on March 5 at 4pm local time. The handsets are confirmed to be available for purchase in the country via Flipkart. Nothing’s Phone 4a series is expected to be offered in pink, black, blue, silver, and white colour options. The phones will reportedly go on sale in March.
Samsung’s first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026 is all set to take place on February 25, where it will unveil the next-generation Galaxy S series. Pre-reservation for the upcoming lineup, ubiquitously known as the Galaxy S26 series, has already commenced in India. The tech giant has now confirmed that early customers will be able to avail of a free storage upgrade on pre-reserving the handsets, in addition to other benefits like a daily voucher and a high exchange value lock-in.
