TECHNOLOGY

At Google I/O 2026, Google unveiled the lightning-fast Gemini 3.5 Flash model, launched Gemini Omni for advanced world modeling, and introduced the proactive Gemini Spark agent, now rolling out to nearly a billion global users.

Apple is set to overhaul its Camera app and Siri in iOS 27, introducing deep customization, new AI features, and a revamped interface—marking its biggest iPhone software shake-up in years.

OpenAI is accelerating its push into hardware with a custom AI-focused smartphone, aiming for mass production in early 2027 and ambitious shipments of 30 million units by 2028.

Reports suggest Apple is preparing to launch multiple “Ultra” products—including a foldable iPhone Ultra, a MacBook Ultra with M6 chip, and AirPods Ultra—starting as soon as September 2026, though details remain unconfirmed.

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Images 2.0, a major update to its image-generation model with advanced text rendering, multilingual capabilities, and reasoning steps, bringing it closer to rivals like Google's Gemini 3 Pro Image.

Apple marks its 50th anniversary today, reflecting on a journey that began with the Apple I in 1976 and led to groundbreaking products like the iPhone, iPod, and Apple Watch.

Apple is rolling out the new Apple Business platform on April 14, 2026, offering free mobile device management, integrated business email, custom domain support, and advanced customer outreach tools for companies of all sizes.

Google is expanding its Gemini-powered AI features in Chrome to India, Canada, and New Zealand, complete with support for over 50 languages and deep integration with Google apps, but without the advanced browser task automation available in the US.

Apple has officially unveiled the MacBook Air with M5 and the MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, bringing significant performance leaps, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and expanded storage options across both lineups.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra debuts globally at Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in San Francisco, with pre-orders soon after. India gets early access, with prices starting at Rs 1,29,999. The phone features a 6.9-inch QHD+ display, new privacy tech, and a 200MP camera.