Kartavya Kant Tiwari

Google is expanding Call Recording in the Pixel Phone app to more countries. The feature, which first returned to select markets last year, is now reaching additional regions outside the US. According to recent reports, users in parts of Europe have started seeing the option enabled on their devices. Google has confirmed that the rollout will continue across supported markets by the end of February, subject to local regulations governing call recording and user consent requirements. Pixel Call Recording Now Available in Germany, Italy, Spain and More Countries A recent report by 9to5Google states that users in several European countries have begun receiving the feature, indicating a broader global rollout beyond the US. Google has also confirmed that Call Recording will reach all supported regions by the end of February, provided local regulations permit it. Google initially announced the return of Call Recording in September, but the wider rollout started in November. At that stage, t...

Nothing 4a series is scheduled to be launched in India by the London-based tech firm in the first week of March. The upcoming lineup is expected to include two models, dubbed Phone 4a Pro and Phone 4a. The company recently announced the launch date of the Phone 4a series. Leading up to its unveiling, the company has started teasing the specifications and features of the handsets. Nothing has revealed the name of the chipmaker that will be supplying the chipsets for the Phone 4a series. Recently, various details about the two models surfaced online, including their prices. Nothing Phone 4a Series Specifications, Features (Expected) In a post on X, the Carl Pei-led smartphone maker confirmed that its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a series will be equipped with Snapdragon chipset. However, the exact name of the SoC remains under wraps. Moreover, the tech firm has yet to reveal other specifications and features about the soon-to-be-launched lineup, including its battery, camera configuration, ba...

Google launched the Pixel 10a in India and global markets as the latest addition to its Pixel smartphone lineup. The handset will be available for pre-order in the country via an e-commerce platform and the company's online store, and will go on sale next month. The Pixel 10a is offered in four colour options. The new Google Pixel 10a is backed by a 5,100mAh battery. The Mountain View-based tech giant says the Pixel 10a sports an aluminium frame, and it has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. Google Pixel 10a Price in India, Availability Google Pixel 10a price in India is set at Rs. 49,999 for the sole 8GB+256GB RAM and storage configuration. As part of the introductory offer, the tech giant is providing an instant cashback of Rs. 3,000 with select HDFC Bank cards, up to a 24-month interest-free EMI option, and a Rs. 3,000 exchange bonus. The phone is also part of the Google Pixel Upgrade Programme. The new smartphone will be available to pre-order in India at 9pm IST via...

Vivo's upcoming X300 FE has surfaced in a fresh leak that sheds more light on its expected market variants ahead of launch. The latest update focuses on the handset's possible storage configurations and launch colour options. Earlier reports have already hinted at its chipset, charging support, and connectivity features, but this leak adds new details. The Vivo X200 FE successor is also expected to be a rebranded version of the Vivo S50 Pro Mini and could debut in India later this year. Vivo X300 FE Colour Options, Specifications (Expected) Tech blogger Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) has claimed in an X post that the Vivo X300 FE could be offered in two configurations. The base variant may have 12GB of RAM and 256GB of built-in storage. The handset may also be launched in a 12GB+512GB storage variant. The handset is tipped to launch in black and blue colour options, although more colourways could be introduced by the company. The Vivo X300 FE, with the model number V2537, recently appeare...

Apple introduced an eSIM-only model of its iPhone in the US with the launch of iPhone 14, eliminating the physical SIM tray. Now, the Cupertino-based tech giant appears to be getting ready to implement a similar strategy in new markets with the upcoming iPhone 18 lineup. The removal of the SIM tray is expected to bring more internal space in the upcoming series, and this could contribute towards battery size of the iPhone 18 lineup. The iPhone 17 models do not support physical SIM cards in select countries and regions. Apple's eSIM-Only iPhone Models Could Arrive in Europe A report by Techmaniacs (in Greek) states that Apple is planning to launch eSIM-only iPhone 18 models in Europe. By eliminating the physical SIM tray, Apple could free up the internal space in all iPhone 18 series smartphones for a larger battery. The global variant of iPhone 18 Pro Max is rumoured to feature a battery rated between 5,100mAh and 5,200mAh, a five percent increase over the iPhone 17 Pro Max's b...

Google on Friday released the first public beta of Android 17, giving public users and developers an early look at the next major version of its mobile operating system. As per the Mountain View-based tech giant, the update introduces a range of refinements focused on performance, privacy, and developer tools. Google also highlighted a fundamental shift in the way new releases are introduced to the developer community, replacing the traditional "Developer Preview" with a continuous Canary channel. Android 17 Beta 1 Update: What's New According to Google, Android 17 continues its push toward performance optimisation and smoother user experiences. The first beta includes under-the-hood improvements aimed at better background task management and enhanced power efficiency. The tech giant says its new update includes system-level changes that help apps run more efficiently, particularly in multitasking scenarios. Android 17 Beta 1 also expands privacy and security controls. Th...