Stories by Usman Qureshi
TikTok Introduces ‘Footnotes’ to Enhance Content Transparency
TikTok has launched a new feature called Footnotes in the United States, aiming to provide users with additional context on videos.
Microsoft’s New Copilot for Gaming Brings AI Features to Xbox
Microsoft is expanding its AI capabilities into the gaming world with Copilot for Xbox currently being tested in the Xbox mobile app.
OpenAI Ventures into Social Media to Rival X and Threads
OpenAI is reportedly developing a new social media platform that could rival Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) and Meta's Threads.
Android Devices Get Automatic Reboot Security Feature
To bolster user data protection, Google has introduced a new security feature for Android devices: automatic reboot after inactivity.
Notion Launches AI-Enhanced Email Client for Gmail Users
Notion is expanding its productivity suite with Notion Mail, an AI-driven email app designed to enhance Gmail inbox management.
Apple Surpasses Samsung in Q1 2025 Global Smartphone Sales
Apple has claimed the top position in worldwide smartphone sales for the first quarter of 2025, surpassing long-standing leader Samsung.
Samsung Suspends One UI 7 Release Due to Critical Bugs
Samsung has suspended the worldwide deployment of its One UI 7 update following reports of issues affecting Galaxy S24 devices.
Apple Boosts iPhone Production in India, Vietnam to Counter U.S. Tariffs
In response to escalating U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, Apple is said to be intensifying its manufacturing efforts in India and Vietnam.
Mother Arrested in UK for Confiscating Children’s iPads
A mother was arrested and detained for several hours after confiscating her children's iPads to encourage them to focus on schoolwork.
Google Details the Pixel 9a Design Process
Google has offered an inside look at the Pixel 9a design process, offering a glimpse into the philosophy that shaped its newest smartphone.
Google Lays Off Hundreds in Android and Pixel Divisions
Google has laid off several hundred employees across its Platforms and Devices division, which encompasses key products like Android.
Apple’s AI Ambitions Stalled by Chip Shortages, Trade Tariffs
Apple's efforts to advance its AI capabilities have encountered significant obstacles, stemming from disagreements over chip procurement.