TECHNOLOGY

Amazon is auto-upgrading U.S. Prime members’ Echo devices to Alexa Plus, its next-gen AI assistant. The move, happening throughout January 2026, is not opt-in and has sparked backlash among users.

At CES 2026, Amazon announced its first major Fire TV redesign in five years, boasting a 20–30% speed boost, expanded Alexa+ features, and the launch of the lifestyle-focused Ember Artline TV.

Garena Free Fire MAX players can claim new redeem codes for December 31, 2025, to get free in-game rewards like skins, diamonds, and more—here’s how to redeem them and maximize your loot.

OpenAI has debuted the "Your Year with ChatGPT" feature, offering hundreds of millions of users a data-rich summary of their chatbot interactions throughout 2025. CEO Sam Altman reflects on Google's missed opportunity to overtake OpenAI in 2023, while the company faces scrutiny over concerning AI-driven user outcomes.

Samsung will debut its 2026 Micro RGB TV lineup—ranging from 55 to 115 inches—at CES in Las Vegas, marking a major expansion for its award-winning display tech and a potential shift toward more affordable, premium TVs.

Google has unveiled its new AI Plus subscription plan in India, priced at Rs 399 per month—with a launch offer of Rs 199. The plan brings advanced AI tools like Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro, expanded app integration, and increased storage, rivalling OpenAI’s ChatGPT Go.

Google launches the Android 16 QPR2 update for over 20 Pixel models, signaling a move towards more frequent OS updates and promising quicker feature access for all Android users.

iQOO has officially launched its new flagship, the iQOO 15, in India with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, triple 50MP rear cameras, and a massive 7,000mAh battery. The device starts at ₹72,999 and comes in two memory variants.

Apple’s iPhone 17, powered by its in-house N1 chip, posts median Wi-Fi speed jumps of up to 40% over last year’s model, outpacing top Android phones—even though it doesn’t support the fastest Wi-Fi 7 channels.

The November 2025 Pixel Feature Drop introduces AI-powered chat summaries, expanded scam detection, themed packs, and significant battery life improvements for Pixel 6 and newer devices, rolling out first in English to select countries.