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WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform, has reportedly started rolling out a native app for Apple CarPlay to beta testers enrolled in the iOS beta programme. The new app is said to allow drivers to check the contact they recently interacted with on WhatsApp. However, it might not let users open chat windows, which could be a driving hazard, forcing them to stop thei...

Instagram appears to be testing a paid subscription called Instagram Plus that focuses on enhancing Stories. The feature, spotted by Matt Navarra, is being tested in the Philippines at PHP 65 (roughly Rs. 100) per month with a free trial. It may allow users to manage story audiences, view rewatch insights, extend story duration, and boost visibility through features l...

Apple has started rolling out the iOS 26.5 beta 1 update for developers, allowing them to test the new firmware version, provide feedback, and report bugs and other issues before it is rolled out to a wider user base. The update reportedly introduces a new "Suggested Places" section in Apple Maps, which is said to provide recommendations to users for trending places t...

Oppo has confirmed that the Find X9 Ultra will debut globally on April 21, alongside a China launch event where the Find X9s Pro will also be unveiled. The Ultra is positioned as a camera-focused flagship with a Hasselblad-backed system and a battery exceeding 7,000mAh. The Find X9s Pro is confirmed to feature dual 200-megapixel cameras. Both phones are expected to of...

Lava Bold N2 Pro has launched in India, and the entry-level phone features a 50-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel front camera. It supports 4G, runs Android 15. The handset has a 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging via USB-C. It uses Unisoc T7250 chip with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. Lava Bold N2 Pro is available in Aurora Gold and Eclipse Grey colourways.