Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 will reportedly be released in November on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles. The military shooter, however, will not be available on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch, according to a recent leak. Black Ops 7 is yet to get an official launch date from Microsoft. The game is, however, confirmed to show up at Gamescom Opening Light Live on August 19, where a full reveal is … [Read more...]

Oppo K13 Turbo was unveiled in India on August 11 alongside the Oppo K13 Turbo Pro. The Pro variant went on sale in the country on August 15, and the standard model will be available for purchase starting today. The Oppo K13 Turbo series handsets are equipped with built-in cooling fans for active cooling, alongside air ducts and 7,000 sq mm VC cooling units. The smartphones are backed by a … [Read more...]

Apple is reportedly working on a redesigned smartwatch model that could launch in 2026. This Apple Watch model is said to feature a new design with a fresh exterior. However, the highlight is that the smartwatch might come with double the onboard sensors that track a wearer's heart rate, steps, exercises, and other health markers. The Cupertino-based tech giant is already expected to launch its … [Read more...]

A significant security update rolled out by Microsoft with the Windows 11 24H2 (KB5063878) release is causing widespread issues for users, with reports surfacing that the update can render SSDs and HDDs inaccessible and may potentially corrupt user data. Last week’s Patch Tuesday (August 2025) saw Microsoft release several critical security updates for Windows 10 (KB5063709 / KB5063877 / … [Read more...]

Google introduced Flight Deals last week as a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that can help travellers find the cheapest flight tickets. The Mountain View-based tech giant says that the new product, which is currently available in beta, is designed for flexible travellers who do not mind changing their dates, destination, and flight type. Flight Deals allows users to find their preferred … [Read more...]

In a significant breach of both cybersecurity defenses and secrecy, a trove of sensitive hacking tools and technical documentation, believed to originate from a North Korean threat actor, has recently been leaked online. The dump, revealed through an extensive article in Phrack Magazine, includes advanced exploit tactics, a detailed system compromise log, and most notably, a state-of-the-art … [Read more...]

YouTube Music has been spotted testing a new feature called Your Daily Discover, which seems to be designed to make it easier to discover music based on your personal listening habits. While the platform already suggests tracks like covers and audiobooks automatically, this new feed offers a more focused way to explore new music. The Your Daily Discover section reportedly appears on the app's … [Read more...]

Lava Play Ultra 5G is set to be launched in India soon as the company's first gaming-centric budget smartphone. While specifications remain under wraps, the launch date of the upcoming handset has been confirmed by the brand, and it will take place this week. The moniker suggests that it will support 5G capability, while teaser images also hint towards the inclusion of a 64-megapixel “AI Matrix” … [Read more...]

Google Chrome for Android smartphones was recently updated to version 139. One of the key enhancements with the latest release affects the Tab Groups feature. Google has also introduced a fix for issues with the Copy Link shortcut. The new features are already available to some users who have installed the latest update on their Android smartphones. Google says a Chrome update will … [Read more...]

As families across the country prepare for the return to school, cybercriminals are exploiting the seasonal rush with a fresh wave of sophisticated shopping scams. Leveraging peaks in online spending, scammers are deploying malicious campaigns that prey on unsuspecting users searching for supply deals and exclusive offers. The emergence of these scams coincides with growing reports of … [Read more...]

Open-world survival craft games have really hit their stride in the past few years. If you're not familiar with them, they're titles which plonk you down in a giant world and tell you to use any means necessary to keep yourself alive. There's also some construction mixed in with the hunting, gathering, and farming, which lets you go from someone with barely anything to their name to owning a huge … [Read more...]

If you've seen even just a handful of my articles in the past, you'll know that I am a huge advocate for all things related to e-ink displays. I can never put my finger on why, but there's something about the paper-like displays that makes them look a lot classier than their LCD brothers. You can turn a project from "looks like someone hung a screen on a wall" to "cool art installation" just by … [Read more...]

The Oppo F31 series is said to be in development as the successor to the Oppo F29 series, which debuted in March. As per a tipster, the lineup will be launched next month, comprising two models — Oppo F31 and Oppo F31 Pro. Both of the handsets are tipped to be equipped with 7,000mAh batteries. Further, the Oppo F31 series may carry the same damage-proof 360-degree Armour Body as its … [Read more...]

The iPhone 17 series is expected to be launched next month. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a new leak has shed light on the frame design and internal components of the iPhone 17 Pro Max. As per a tipster, the purported handset may transition back from titanium to aluminium for the chassis, resulting in a potentially lighter build. The leaked frame also indicates a shift in the substrate design … [Read more...]

Throughout my career as a software developer and a freelance tech blogger, remote access has been essential. For years, I relied on TeamViewer, but as my work evolved, I needed something faster, more reliable, and secure. I had been aware of Parsec for a while, but I had always pigeonholed it as a tool exclusively for gamers. However, as my frustration with TeamViewer grew, I decided to give it a … [Read more...]

Your home network connects everything from your laptop to your smart TV. It keeps the internet running, but without the proper setup, it can be an open invitation for unwanted access. It’s easy to assume the setup is safe, yet you won’t know for sure until you review your settings. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]

Redmi is all set to launch a new smartphone in India this week. Dubbed as Redmi 15 5G, the latest smartphone from the company is turning out to be an interesting smartphone, all thanks to the recent teasers and leaks. The Redmi 15 5G is said to be the first smartphone in this segment to feature a Silicon-carbon battery. Moreover, the company revealed some of its key specifications just before the … [Read more...]

The more I build out my home lab, the more I love it. Being able to tinker with operating systems, services, and networking gear is a fulfilling hobby for me, and the parts that work out make my home better to live in. I've learned a ton over the years, but the one thing that I've not loved is what it does to my electricity bill. Old ex-enterprise hardware can be power-hungry, and quite honestly, … [Read more...]

First launched in 2018, the open-source SerenityOS offers its users a stripped-back GUI-based operating system that melds a 1990s desktop aesthetic with a focus on productivity for power users. It isn't Linux, but SerenityOS is a UNIX-like OS, built on a custom core and uses no licensed components. So, while it can run MP3s, other media and related codecs currently covered by licenses are not … [Read more...]

The first-ever World Humanoid Robot Games have come to a close with some new world records, but don't expect them to beat humans in a 100-meter dash any time soon. The three-day robotics event in Beijing, China that saw humanoid robots compete in everything from boxing to cleaning concluded this weekend. According to the World Humanoid Robot Games, more than 280 teams from 16 countries, including … [Read more...]