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AI travel bots gain traction as users seek faster itinerary planning

Ixigo, MakeMyTrip and Yatra are strengthening multilingual AI assistants as travellers increasingly prefer conversational and intent-driven travel planning experiences

Meta AI gets Gemini Live-like conversational feature, live visual feed

Meta AI's new capabilities allow the chatbot to hold real-time contextual conversations with the user and take live camera feed as input, similar to what Google offers with its Gemini Live interface

Android Auto to get a boost with immersive navigation, Gemini Intelligence

Google is bringing a redesigned Android Auto interface, immersive Maps navigation, Gemini AI features, full HD video playback, and Dolby Atmos support to supported vehicles later this year

Googlebook platform combines Android and ChromeOS with Gemini at centre

Google has introduced Googlebook, a new AI-focused laptop category that combines Gemini Intelligence, Android integration, ChromeOS features, and cross-device workflows into one experience

With iOS 27, Apple could let iPhone users fully customise the Camera app

Apple is reportedly preparing major iOS 27 upgrades, including a customisable Camera app, chatbot-style Siri, AI-powered search, and redesigned system apps

Android 17 widgets vs Nothing Essential apps: What are the key differences

Google's Gemini-powered "Create My Widget" expands custom widgets beyond phones and adds deeper system integration, while Nothing's Essential apps remain more limited in scope and functionality

Google previews Android 17 features ahead of I/O: Check what's coming

Google's Android 17 update brings Gemini-powered AI features, smarter sharing tools, redesigned Android Auto, encrypted RCS chats, and new creator-focused upgrades across phones, cars, watches,

Google to make you wait for 10-seconds before opening any distracting apps

Google's new Pause Point feature on Android will force users to wait 10 seconds before opening distracting apps, aiming to reduce doomscrolling habits

Decoding Gemini Intelligence: How automated workflows will change Android

Google's Gemini Intelligence signals a major shift in how smartphones may work in the future, moving Android beyond chatbots toward AI systems that can actively complete tasks across apps

Is AI changing how humans write, communicate, and express online?

As AI-generated writing floods the web, researchers say humans may now be subconsciously adapting to machine-like language patterns online

Meta seeks to avoid EU fine with free WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots

As part of ongoing discussions with the European Commission, general-purpose AI chatbots operating in the EEA will be given free access to the WhatsApp business API for one month.

Samsung, OnePlus phones to get AirDrop-compatible Quick Share: Check models

Google is expanding Android's Quick Share with AirDrop compatibility to Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, and Honor devices for easier file sharing with Apple products

Gemini Intelligence may push apps into Android's background: Explained

Google's Gemini Intelligence layer shifts Android from an app-driven system to one that executes tasks across apps and the web, raising questions about the future role of apps on smartphones

Google previews Gemini Intelligence, AI upgrades and Googlebook: Highlights

Google showcased Gemini Intelligence, Android 17, Googlebook AI laptops, upgraded Android Auto, creator tools, and new security features at Android Show 2026

Samsung rolls out One UI 9 Beta to Galaxy S26 series in India this week

Samsung's One UI 9 Beta, based on Android 17, brings new AI tools, accessibility upgrades, security features, and deeper Google Gemini integration to Galaxy S26 devices

Anthropic in talks with investors to raise $30 bn at $900 bn valuation

The new discussions coincide with a push by Anthropic to ramp up fundraising amid the breakout success of its AI software

Why IT services firms are loosening their purse strings amid AI shift

As the model shifts to AI-led transformation, the $300 bn sector will see more M&As, consolidation & layoffs

Meta may soon introduce AI agents in Instagram to shop, post on your behalf

Meta is reportedly developing a new AI assistant called Hatch that could help users manage tasks, shopping and content across Instagram, Facebook and other platforms

Google Android Show 2026 set for today: Where to watch and what to expect

Google Android Show 2026 will stream on 12 May ahead of I/O 2026. Check the livestream time in India, where to watch and expected updates

AI ads face ASCI test as draft rules target deepfakes, misleading claims

The guidelines also state that AI-driven paid or sponsored product suggestions would need to be specifically labelled as "sponsored by". ASCI has sought feedback by June 13