A leak has surfaced detailing key specifications of Google's Pixel 11a before the Made by Google event. The handset is tipped to carry a Tensor G6 processor, a 120Hz display and 8GB of RAM, positioning the mid-range device as a modest but meaningful step up from its predecessor.
Apple has increased orders for vapour chamber components destined for its foldable and 20th-anniversary iPhone models. The move suggests wider adoption of advanced cooling across future premium devices, helping sustain performance under heavy workloads as processors and displays draw more power in thinner enclosures.
The iPad Pro remains among the most capable tablets available, but its price puts it beyond many buyers. Android alternatives have improved sharply, with flagship models combining fast processors, high-resolution screens, AI features, stylus support, desktop-style multitasking and long battery life. Many also work with keyboard accessories, making them viable for productivity, creative work and note-taking.
Cloud storage remains convenient, letting users move photos, videos and documents between devices without managing hardware. But the economics have shifted in 2026: SSD prices have fallen while subscription tiers have risen sharply, with a standard 1TB cloud plan now costing upwards of Rs 2,000. An SSD carries an upfront cost but no recurring fee.
San Francisco robotics startup Foundation Future Industries has openly targeted battlefield deployment, breaking from the technology industry's customary non-weaponisation pledges. Backed by Eric Trump, who serves as investor and chief strategy adviser, the company has confirmed plans to equip its fleet of bipedal humanoid robots with lethal capabilities — a marked escalation in the autonomous weapons race.
Google has begun integrating third-party apps into AI Mode in Search, extending it beyond answering questions. The initial rollout covers Canva, Instacart and YouTube Music and is limited to users in the United States, letting them link accounts and complete tasks such as building playlists or adding groceries to a cart directly within AI Mode.
India's smartphone shipments fell 10 percent year on year in the second quarter of 2026, the steepest June-quarter decline in six years, according to Counterpoint Research. Rising memory and component costs pushed device prices up, weakening budget and mid-range demand and lengthening replacement cycles. Memory prices have risen nearly fourfold since September 2025.
A memorandum of understanding between the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce and the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has enabled a systematic crackdown on film piracy. The effort has produced key arrests and shielded new Telugu releases from widespread online leaks during their crucial opening weekends.
Choosing an inverter air conditioner now involves more than tonnage and star rating. Dual and single inverter units differ in compressor technology, cooling efficiency, noise and long-term running costs. Dual inverter models promise faster cooling and lower consumption, while single inverter versions offer dependable performance at a lower purchase price.
A codename linked to the Pixel 11a, 'Formosan', has appeared in a beta build of Google's Phone app, suggesting development of the next affordable Pixel is already underway. The reference was reportedly found in version 230.0.946661649 alongside codenames tied to devices expected to form the flagship Pixel 11 series. Google has not announced the handset.
Asus will launch the Pad T3201 in India on August 6, marking its return to the conventional Android tablet market after a long absence. The tablet carries a 12.2-inch dual-layer OLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 8300 processor and a 9,000mAh battery with fast charging. It runs Android 16 and ships with a protective folio case.
Meta could lease computing capacity to Anthropic under a potential deal reported to be worth around $10 billion. The discussions remain at an initial stage and no agreement has been confirmed by the companies involved.
At Rs 3,299 the Oppo Enco Air5 enters one of the most competitive segments in wireless earbuds, where active noise cancellation, multipoint connectivity, long battery life and companion apps are now standard. It covers those bases on paper and supports Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair, performing solidly across music, calls and device switching.
OnePlus is preparing to widen its N series in India with the N6x, after a dedicated Amazon India microsite went live carrying a 'Coming Soon' message. The teaser confirms the name and impending arrival and indicates Amazon will be a sales channel, though launch date, price, design and specifications remain undisclosed.
A Samsung patent describes a clamshell smartphone that can fold both inward and outward using a 360-degree hinge. The illustrated device resembles the Galaxy Z Flip series but adds curved display sections across the exterior, with the flexible main screen protected when closed. Such concepts frequently never reach commercial production in their patented form.