To strengthen its presence in the mid-range smartphone segment, Samsung on Thursday announced it will launch the Galaxy A07 5G in India in the first week of February. Once launched, the Galaxy A07 5G will join Samsung’s popular A Series lineup. Designed specifically for Indian consumers, the smartphone highlights key features such as a dual rear camera setup, a powerful processor, and a large, vibrant display, making it a complete package for the mid-range segment. Camera Samsung has set a new benchmark for smartphone cameras with its recent launches. Following this trend, the Galaxy A07 5G features Samsung’s Iconic Track Camera Deco design, equipped with a high-resolution dual-camera setup, including a 50MP autofocus primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor. The rear camera of A07 features an F1.8 aperture, supported by the depth camera that allows users to capture in-depth portrait shots with a natural bokeh effect. On the front, the Galaxy A07 5G features an 8MP camera, designed to deliver clear selfies and video content with minimal noise. Display For immersive content and a smooth user experience, the Galaxy A07 5G comes with a 6.7-inch HD+ display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate. The high-quality screen ensures fluid scrolling and seamless transitions while watching videos or browsing social media. Samsung has also integrated High Brightness Mode (HBM) up to 800 nits, offering clear visibility even under direct sunlight. Battery Another highlight of the Galaxy A07 is its long-lasting battery. The device is powered by a 6,000mAh battery, 20 per cent larger than its predecessor, and supports 25W fast charging, making it ideal for use on the go. Samsung has also emphasised the phone’s optimised power management, designed to ensure consistent and uninterrupted performance throughout the day. Samsung Galaxy A07 launch date According to Samsung, further details on the Galaxy A07 5G launch date, pricing, and exclusive offers will be announced soon.
30 January,2026 05:52 PM IST | Mumbai | Tarun VermaApple on Monday, January 26, unveiled the new AirTag, a powerful accessory that helps users keep track of and find the items that matter most with Apple’s Find My app. Apple’s latest AirTag now comes with an expanded finding range and a louder speaker to make sure tracking now becomes even more simplified. Since the introduction of the Apple AirTag in 2021, users have shared stories of being reunited with lost luggage, keys, bicycles, bags, and more. The latest AirTag has been designed exclusively for tracking objects while also offering industry-leading protections against unwanted tracking. Enhanced Findability The new AirTag now comes with enhanced range and findability. Integrated with Apple’s second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, Apple has now integrated the same chip in the AirTag as in the iPhone 17 lineup which makes the new AirTag easier to locate than ever before. Thanks to the enhanced technological integration, the user will now be able to track their lost items from up to 50 percent farther away than the previous generation AirTag. Enhanced privacy Amid the data piracy concerns, Apple, with their new AirTag, has gone a level above any other brand. The new AirTag doesn’t physically store location data or history on the device. Also, it has integrated features that ensure end-to-end encryption of all the communication with the Find My network. Compatibility As far as compatibility, the new AirTag requires a compatible iPhone with iOS 26 or later or an iPad with iPadOS 26 or later. Apple, while launching the latest generation AirTag, highlighted that the user must have an Apple account and be signed into their iCloud account to use the device. They also added that certain features of AirTag require ‘Find My’ to be enabled in iCloud settings. Price The best thing about the latest AirTag is that it is available for the same price as its predecessor. Priced at Rs 3,790 for a single AirTag and Rs 12,900 for a four-pack, this is a gadget that could be your way to live a more hassle-free life. Whereas, the Apple-designed AirTag FineWoven Key Ring is available at Rs 3,900. The ring comes in fox orange, midnight purple, navy, moss, and black. The AirTag now also comes with free personalized engraving, which means that you can engrave your initials or anything on the AirTag to make it more personalized.
27 January,2026 10:18 PM IST | Mumbai | Tarun VermaAs debates around screen time and digital well-being intensify in Indian households, Snapchat has announced new updates to its Family Center feature for India. The new feature launched by the social media giant aims at giving parents clearer visibility into how teenagers use the platform. The changes made by the social media platform are designed to provide more contextual information to families, without removing privacy controls for young users. Snapchat’s latest updates introduce three key additions: Insights into time spent on the app More detailed information on new friend connections New safety and educational resources for parents. Under the new upgrade, parents can now view the average daily time their kid has spent on the social media app over the past week. Breakdown of screentime The data provided by the usage data is further broken down by features, such as chatting and snapping with friends, using the camera, exploring Snap Map, or viewing content on 'Spotlight' and 'Stories'. Snapchat in an official statement said, “The intent is to help families discuss online habits using concrete information rather than assumptions.” Updated Family Center configuration The latest update of Snapchat comes with an advanced ‘Family Center’ feature that has been designed to reflect the dynamics of real-world relationships by providing visibility into what teens are doing and allowing parents to adjust key settings, without showing the content of their private conversations. It has also expanded visibility around new contacts. While parents could already see their teen’s friend list and recent additions, they will now also be able to view contextual details about new connections. This feature will also show whether the person shares mutual friends, appears in the teen’s contacts, or belongs to shared communities. Snapchat introduces new safety features Additionally, Snapchat has also introduced new safety and educational resources, including a step-by-step explainer video to help parents understand how to use Family Center tools and settings more effectively. Snapchat’s Head of Public Policy Uthara Ganesh said, “The updates are intended to support more informed conversations between parents and teens, while maintaining a balance between safety and privacy.” He further added that the latest rollout by Snapchat reflects a broader push by digital platforms to address growing concerns around adolescent screen time, online safety, and mental well-being. Moreover, this update can be a great asset to parents in terms of monitoring their children’s activity.
24 January,2026 04:28 PM IST | Mumbai | Tarun VermaClearing rumours about shutting down in India, Chinese smartphone brand OnePlus has clarified that its operations will continue as usual. The company added that all business activities are proceeding normally amid circulating online misinformation, news agency IANS reported. In a post on social media platform X, OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu addressed circulating misinformation regarding the company’s operations in India. OnePlus clarified that rumours of shutting down in India are false, assuring customers and partners that operations, sales, and services continue normally across the country without disruption.India CEO Robin Liu urged stakeholders to trust official communication, as… pic.twitter.com/5VSJWQheLA — Mid Day (@mid_day) January 21, 2026 Liu wrote, "I wanted to address some misinformation that has been circulating about OnePlus India and its operations. We’re operating as usual and will continue to do so. Never Settle." “Recent unverified reports claiming OnePlus is shutting down are false,” he said, adding, “OnePlus India’s business operations continue as normal. We urge all stakeholders to verify information from official sources before sharing unsubstantiated claims,” Liu added. OnePlus and Oppo’s closeness The clarification from OnePlus came amid heightened scrutiny of smartphone makers in India, as increasing competition has led to consolidation and highlighted the brand’s close links with Oppo, IANS reported. Founded in 2013 as an independent brand, OnePlus has long been connected to Oppo through shared investors and supply chains under the BBK Electronics group. Positioned in the mid-premium segment of the Indian smartphone market, OnePlus saw its market share rise from 3 per cent to 4 per cent during the festive third quarter of 2025 (Q3), a period that witnessed 10.7 per cent year-on-year growth. Samsung remained the market leader, followed by Oppo and OnePlus. Indian smartphone market recorded a five-year high in 2025 The smartphone market in India reached a five-year high during the third quarter of 2025, growing 4.3 per cent year-over-year (YoY) to 48 million units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) data, IANS reported. India’s smartphone shipments abroad totalled nearly USD 79.03 billion from 2021 to 2025, with CY25 delivering the highest 12‑month export tally on record. Apple’s iPhone consignments accounted for roughly 75 per cent of the total during this period, valued at over USD 22 billion. Vaishnaw, while expressing his views on the rising growth of the smartphone market in the country, added that India's electronics exports are expected to expand further due to the semiconductor manufacturing push. (With inputs from IANS)
21 January,2026 08:59 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentTo make sure that Samsung stays far ahead of their competitors before launching the next generation Samsung Galaxy S26, Samsung Electronics on Friday unveiled details of the new Exynos 2600 application processor (AP). The Exynos 2600 AP is widely expected to power the upcoming flagship Galaxy S26 smartphone. Furthermore, the South Korean tech giant said in its website post that the Exynos 2600, boasting the industry's first 2-nanometre gate-all-around (GAA) production technology, is currently under "mass production" status, reports Yonhap news agency, as reported by news agency IANS. Application processors, also known as APs, are often described as the brains of mobile devices. The APs optimise the handling of the core computing tasks that run operating systems and applications. The company, while releasing the statement about their latest APs, wrote, "The Exynos 2600 delivers enhanced AI and gaming experiences by integrating a powerful CPU, NPU and GPU into a single compact chip," as per IANS. Compared with its predecessor, the Exynos 2500, the new 2600 AP boasts up to 39 per cent improved CPU capability and 113 per cent higher generative AI performance, according to Samsung. Samsung Electronics further added, "Thanks to these improvements, you can perform more on-device AI tasks, such as intelligent image editing and AI assistant functions, quicker and more efficiently," reported IANS. Samsung to launch S26 in February 2026 Amid all the buzz created around their next-generation smartphone, Samsung Electronics plans to hold a launch ceremony for the Galaxy S26 smartphone in February 2026 in the United States. Earlier this month, Samsung Electronics also hinted at a new Exynos application processor (AP) widely expected to power the upcoming flagship Galaxy S26 smartphone. Samsung also uploaded a clip titled "The next Exynos" on YouTube, featuring the Exynos 2600. While the Exynos is the company's proprietary mobile chipset, the latest generation AP could reshape the smartphone segment altogether. Furthermore, the industry sources said, “Samsung Electronics began commercial production of the Exynos 2600 last month, making it the first AP manufactured using the 2-nanometre process technology,” as per IANS. Compared with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the new Exynos 2600 AP is expected to deliver a 30 per cent improvement in NPU performance and a 29 per cent gain in graphics processing capability. (With inputs from IANS)
19 December,2025 11:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTech giants OpenAI, Google and Perplexity, in view of stepping up for the competition in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital markets, have launched free access to their premium artificial intelligence tools in India. The move is aimed at rapidly expanding their user base in the country, where low data costs and a massive smartphone population are driving strong demand for AI-powered services, as reported by news agency IANS. Considering that India has become a key battleground for AI firms due to its large smartphone user base of around 730 million and some of the cheapest mobile data rates in the world, the companies eye a significant user acquisition. Indians consume 21GB of data every month Users in the country consume about 21 gigabytes of data every month, paying just 9.2 cents per gigabyte, making heavy usage of AI tools far more affordable than in many other countries. OpenAI has taken a similar route by making its ChatGPT Go plan free for one year in India. The plan, which allows higher usage than standard versions of ChatGPT, is usually paid for in over 100 countries and was earlier priced at $54 in India. The free offer, launched nationwide in November, is available only to Indian users. The smart move by OpenAI has surely helped the tech giant to take a massive lead in the AI sector. Also, the data from market intelligence firm Sensor Tower shows daily active users of ChatGPT in India surged 607 per cent year-on-year to 73 million as of last week, as reported by news agency IANS. Furthermore, this figure is more than double the number of daily users in the United States. India has now become the largest market by daily users for both chatbots. Perplexity Pro Plan is now free for users in India Perplexity has also stepped up its India push by offering its Pro plan, which costs USD 200 a year globally, free for one year to customers of Airtel. The company said that the Pro plan gives users unlimited access to its most advanced research tools. Following the offer, India now accounts for more than one-third of Perplexity’s global daily active users, up from just 7 per cent last year. User engagement data suggests ChatGPT currently leads in India. In November, about 46 per cent of its monthly users opened the app daily, compared with 20 per cent for Perplexity and 14 per cent for Gemini. (With inputs from IANS)
19 December,2025 01:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn 2025, mobile applications have moved beyond being mere digital tools to become intelligent companions, transforming the way users interact with technology. From planning vacations and finding a coffee spot to booking international tickets, nearly everything can now be done on a gadget. With AI integrated into apps, experiences have become highly personalised, efficient, and immersive. Social and content-driven platforms, meanwhile, have shifted focus from passive scrolling to authentic engagement and smarter interactions. Based on the habits of users who rely on AI-powered assistants to solve daily problems, we highlight some of the most interesting applications that you did not know existed. These highly underrated apps not only enhanced user experience but also contributed to a broader digital transformation, making everyday life simpler and more productive. NowYouKnow An app designed for modern explorers, NowYouKnow redefines how users discover the world, whether nearby or across the globe. The social-led travel and discovery platform offers a refreshing alternative to crowded review sites and impersonal algorithm-driven suggestions. Built on the belief that the best experiences come from people you trust, it displays recommendations from mutual contacts who have visited a place and shared authentic experiences. With no sponsored posts, the app ensures tourist suggestions remain genuine and unmanipulated. GuideGeek Planning a trip can be time-consuming, with multiple filters and preferences to consider. GuideGeek is an AI-integrated travel suggestion platform that creates the perfect itinerary based on users’ budgets and needs. Whether it’s a month-long vacation or a weekend getaway, the app provides tips and advice on where to go and when, making travel planning seamless—even while enjoying time with friends. Tiimo Named the Apple iPhone App of the Year, Tiimo is designed with inclusivity in mind. The app uses visual timelines, gentle reminders, and AI-powered assistance to help users structure tasks without feeling overwhelmed. Unlike traditional to-do list apps, Tiimo is ideal for individuals with ADHD, autism, or anyone seeking a calmer, more intuitive approach to productivity. Its visual time awareness system combines planning, flexible scheduling, and supportive reminders to help users manage daily life efficiently. CapCut Many hesitate to post Instagram reels due to complex video editing, but CapCut has made editing effortless. One of the most downloaded apps of 2025, it leverages AI to simplify short-form video creation. Features such as background removal, automatic captions, smart transitions, and beat syncing make video editing easy with just a click, catering to the explosive growth of social media content. Microsoft Co-Pilot Standing out in the productivity space, Microsoft Co-Pilot uses advanced generative AI to enhance user experience across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Designed to simplify everyday work, the app amplifies productivity by understanding users’ files, conversations, and workflows. Its context awareness delivers highly relevant suggestions in real time, making official tasks faster, smarter, and more efficient.
17 December,2025 04:36 PM IST | Mumbai | Tarun VermaMeta has introduced its latest AI-technology innovation in the form of smart sunglasses. The tech giant, in collaboration with Oakley, has launched its Meta-integrated eyewear, the ‘Oakley HSTN’. The launch marks a new shift in the wearable technology segment that could reshape the smart-wearable market. Marking a significant expansion of smart wearable technology in the country, the newly launched sunglasses — officially called Oakley Meta HSTN — come with a built-in camera, open-ear speakers and AI-driven features aimed at athletes and active users. The companies said the device represents the merging of Oakley’s sport-centric design with Meta’s advances in AI and spatial computing. Global President of Oakley, Caio Amato, speaking about the Oakley Meta glasses in India, said, “For 50 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of what is possible, obsessed with solving unsolved problems.” He added, “Together with Meta, we are setting new bounds of reality – it is not only about pushing forward performance, but also about amplifying human potential as never before. And this is just the first chapter of a new era for sports.” Features The Meta AI-integrated Oakley Meta sunglasses feature Ultra HD 3K video recording, allowing hands-free capture of moments through simple voice commands. Users can not only record videos and take pictures while wearing the sunglasses, but Meta’s AI integration also allows browsing through WhatsApp, Instagram and other applications using hand gestures. Battery and performance Designed for outdoor and fitness activities, the AI-integrated sunglasses come with an IPX4 water-resistance rating and open-ear speakers that let users listen to audio while maintaining environmental awareness. As a wearable accessory, the sunglasses offer a decent battery performance with up to eight hours of regular use, 19 hours on standby, and fast-charging support. The portable case provides an additional 48 hours of charge. Integrated with fitness applications such as Strava and Garmin, the device aims to streamline activity tracking. AI voice integration Meta and Oakley have integrated AI voice interactions with Hindi language support, allowing users to issue commands, take photos or videos, and manage calls and messages in Hindi. Price and availability The Oakley Meta HSTN is priced at Rs 41,800. Pre-orders began on November 25, and the sunglasses are now available across multiple retail stores.
17 December,2025 04:27 PM IST | Mumbai | Tarun VermaCloud data centre capacity in India has reached approximately 1,280 MW, largely serving critical sectors such as banking, power and other critical public infrastructure, and according to industry estimates, it will grow by four-five times by 2030, the Parliament was informed on Friday during the Parliament Winter Session. Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Jitin Prasada, speaking about the expansion of data centres across the country, said, “The expansion of data centres in the country is being propelled by the growing digitalisation and rapid adoption of AI across both government and private sectors, accompanied by the increasing adoption of cloud services." Global technology companies are already investing significantly in India’s AI and data centre ecosystem, news agency IANS reported. Google has already announced a USD 15 billion AI Hub in Visakhapatnam, making it their largest investment in India. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is also setting up an USD 8.3 billion data centre in Maharashtra. Minister Jitin Prasada stated that India is building a secure, scalable and AI-ready cloud infrastructure to support digital governance, private sector collaboration and citizen empowerment while addressing the Upper House of the Parliament. He further asserted, “The growing demand for cloud services across government, private and social sectors is driven by the country’s digital transformation and increasing use of AI-enabled applications." To meet the cloud requirements of the government, a national cloud infrastructure has been established under the Digital India initiative. The “GI Cloud”, known as MeghRaj, provides secure, scalable and elastic cloud facilities for delivery of e-governance services. While highlighting the features of GI Cloud-MeghRaj, the minister further stated, “The salient features of the ‘GI Cloud-MeghRaj’ include elasticity, scalability, pay-per-use metering, self-service provisioning, rapid deployment of applications, on-demand service provisioning, etc." Jitin Prasada, further stated, “The National Data Centres deliver cloud services to government departments and are designed to safeguard the cloud services from potential threats by implementing a layered security framework comprising established practices and procedures.” (With inputs from IANS)
12 December,2025 08:43 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentApple Watch users in India will now have access to a groundbreaking hypertension notification feature designed to alert users if they have signs of chronic high blood pressure. Launched on December 4, Apple described this as a significant step in preventive health technology, particularly in a country where lifestyle-related diseases are on the rise. Hypertension is one of the leading causes of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease, affecting nearly 1.3 billion adults worldwide. Despite its prevalence, it often goes undiagnosed due to a lack of symptoms or irregular medical check-ups. Even during clinical visits, a single blood pressure reading may fail to capture the condition accurately, and that is where the latest feature in the Apple Watch will come into play. The latest feature in the Apple Watch uses its optical heart sensor to analyse how a user’s blood vessels respond to each heartbeat. While running passively in the background, the algorithm reviews data over a 30-day period and notifies users if it identifies consistent indicators of hypertension. These alerts can prompt timely behavioural changes or medical intervention, potentially reducing the risk of long-term complications, making it a life-saving feature. Apple, while briefing about this life-saving feature on the Watch, also asserted that if users receive a hypertension notification, it is recommended that they log their blood pressure for seven days using a third-party blood pressure cuff and share the results with their doctor at their next visit. Apple, while emphasising this feature, also highlighted that, “Like all of Apple’s health features, hypertension notifications are grounded in rigorous scientific validation. The feature was developed with advanced machine learning and training data from multiple studies involving over 100,000 participants.” World Heart Federation’s president, Professor Dorairaj Prabhakaran, while highlighting this feature, said that “Hypertension is one of the most widespread yet under-diagnosed health conditions. Integrating opportunistic detection into a device people wear daily will democratise access for early detection and help people have more informed conversations with their doctors.” However, Apple further highlighted that the latest hypertension notifications will only be available on Apple Watch Series 9 and later and Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later. The tech giant also emphasised that this feature is not intended for use by people under 22 years old, those who have been previously diagnosed with hypertension, or during pregnancy.
09 December,2025 04:51 PM IST | Mumbai | Tarun VermaUsers worldwide were left grappling with widespread internet disruptions on Friday after Cloudflare — a range of internet services provider to thousands of websites — suffered yet another outage. The incident led to access issues in several major platforms, including Canva, and even Downdetector, the highly-used service to track outages. Several Indian websites and several services, as well as news websites, faced the disruption, too. This marks Cloudflare's second disruption in less than a month. A similar technical issue in November had temporarily knocked out a range of services, including Spotify, ChatGPT, and US President Donald Trump's Truth Social platform. To date, Cloudflare has not released an official statement providing details on the cause or extent of the most recent outage. The unexpected shutdown saw irate users throng social media platform X, with several hashtags about the outage trending within no time. Netizens expressed anger over repeated disruptions, highlighting how the service failures had impacted their work, business operations, and online activities. Adding to users' frustrations, even Downdetector — a platform on which people rely to confirm when there are outages — was hit, leaving many unsure of the extent of the disruption. As the rate of the outages has raised some questions, users are calling for fast action and more transparent communications from Cloudflare to avoid such situations in the future. Last month, Cloudflare witnessed a major global disruption due to an internal configuration mistake. Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince had denied cyberattack speculations. The outage disrupted several major platforms, including X, ChatGPT, Canva, Discord, and many other websites and apps around the world. In a post-mortem, Prince explained that the problem began when the company made a change to permissions on a ClickHouse database cluster. The update was meant to improve access to data, but a faulty query caused the system to pull in far more information than it should have. This error made a key “feature file” used by Cloudflare’s Bot Management system grow too large. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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