Home Blog Page 3

Rockstar Games’ GTA 6 Launch Delayed Once Again, Now Arriving November 2026

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
Rockstar Games’ GTA 6 Launch Delayed Once Again, Now Arriving November 2026

Rockstar Games, during Take-Two’s latest earnings call, confirmed that the GTA 6 launch has been delayed once again to deliver the “level of polish you have come to expect and deserve.” Set to launch on November 19, 2026, the upcoming addition to much acclaimed Grand Theft Auto series was first revealed through a trailer back in December of 2023.

In a blog post and on X, Rockstar Games said, “Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026.” “We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve,” it added.

The company while apologising for the GTA 6 launch delay, also thanked the players for their “patience and support.” “While the wait is a little longer, we are incredibly excited for players to experience the sprawling state of Leonida and a return to modern day Vice City,” it said.

The first delay was announced in May this year, when the game was set to launch on May 26, 2026, delayed by over 6 months to its initial launch timeline of fall of 2025. A week after the delay was announced, the company revealed the GTA 6 Trailer 2 and also showcased key details about the game including its characters, their descriptions, key locations on the map, and more.

If a similar pattern is followed, then the GTA 6 trailer 3 reveal might be imminent but nothing is confirmed as of now as the company’s announcements have been quite unpredictable off late. Fans expressed their disappointment in comments of the X post, while also taking shots at the developer stating they know another delay is coming. Meanwhile, Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two, told IGN in a call that the delay was simply for “Rockstar to have time to polish the game. “We wanted to give Rockstar the appropriate amount of time to polish the title and make sure it can be the very best it can be,”” he said.

“I’m highly confident,” he told IGN while saying that the new date for GTA 6 launch won’t be changed again. “And at the same time, there have been limited circumstances where more time was required to polish a title and make sure that it was spectacular and that time has been well-spent, when our competitors go to market before something was ready, bad things happen. That said, I’m highly confident on the new date.”

iQOO Confirms OriginOS 6 Update for iQOO Neo 7 and Neo 7 Pro Beyond Software Update Policy

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
iQOO Confirms OriginOS 6 Update for iQOO Neo 7 and Neo 7 Pro Beyond Software Update Policy

iQOO India head just confirmed the arrival of OriginOS 6 update for iQOO Neo 7 and Neo 7 Pro. This update arrives beyond the promised number of major Android OS software updates for the device which was launched earlier in 2023.

As confirmed by iQOO India head Nipun Marya on X, the OriginOS 6 update for iQOO Neo 7 and Neo 7 Pro will release in first half of 2026, alongside other devices such as the iQOO 11, iQOO Z10R 5G, iQOO Z9 5G, and more. The iQOO Neo 7 series devices were promised 2 major OS updates and 3 years of security patches, out of which the first promise has already been fulfilled.

The iQOO Neo 7 series came with Android 13 based FunTouch OS 13 out of the box and is currently running on Android 15. OriginOS 6 is a huge upgrade over FunTouch OS and bringing it to a 2 year old device whose software cycle has been completely already is a great move. It’s not often that brands exceed their promises, but iQOO has done exactly that for Neo 7 users.

Read More: OriginOS 6 Launched Globally: Features, Supported Models

At the foundation of OriginOS 6 lies the Origin Smooth Engine, which coordinates key system components—computing, storage, and display—to enhance overall responsiveness. The new 8+1 Ultra-Core Computing architecture prioritizes critical tasks, improving Appcold-start speed by 18.5% and frame-rate stability by 10.5%.

Memory Fusion technology increases data loading speed by 106%, while Dual Rendering improves animation performance by 35% and keeps frame rates 11% steadier under load.

vivo has also refreshed its visual design language with the new Origin Design system, unifying colour, shape, font, layout, and material depth into a cohesive aesthetic. 


Official: WhatsApp Usernames Feature is Coming in 2026

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
Official: WhatsApp Usernames Feature is Coming in 2026

WhatsApp usernames feature is coming next year as the company has confirmed the same officially. The feature will allow individuals and businesses to possess a username that can be used to contact them on WhatsApp instead of phone numbers which remains the sole method of contacting someone on WhatsApp as of now.

WhatsApp confirmed through a developer document that it will be “launching usernames later in 2026.” The platform confirmed that the WhatsApp usernames feature will be an optional one for users and businesses. If a username is adopted by a WhatsApp user, their username will be displayed instead of their phone number in the app.

Business usernames are not intended for privacy, however. “If you adopt a business username, it will not cause your business phone number to be hidden in the app,” WhatsApp noted.

“A user username is a unique, optional name that WhatsApp users can set in order to display their username instead of their phone number in the app. Usernames can be used in lieu of profile names when personalising message content for individual users,” it added.

Read More: WhatsApp for Apple Watch Released: Here’s Everything to Know About it

WhatsApp users are limited to 1 username, but are able to change them periodically. Changing a username does not affect the user’s phone number or business-scoped user ID, and does not affect the user’s ability to communicate with other WhatsApp users or businesses on the WhatsApp Business Platform.

As for businesses, a business-scoped user ID (“BSUID”) will be used as a unique user identifier that can be used to message a WhatsApp user when someone doesn’t know the businesses’ phone number. Further, a business username is mapped to a single business phone number across all of WhatsApp, i.e. a phone number can have only one username at a given time, and no two WhatsApp phone numbers (consumer or business) can have the same username.

WhatsApp Username Reservation

Before the username feature is made available, WhatsApp will give users the option to claim a username that WhatsApp has reserved for them. Alternatively, one can adopt a different username that aligns with their branding requirements. A reserved username can be claimed through WhatsApp Manager, Meta Business Suite, or via API. Claimed usernames that are approved will become active once the username feature is made available.

“If your reserved username is already in use with your Facebook Page or Instagram account, you must link business phone number to your Facebook Page or Instagram account before you will be able to claim the username. To link your page or account, you must have full control of the page or account, or basic partial access,” noted the platform.

Google Debuts AI Mode Shortcut in Chrome for Android and iOS

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
Google Debuts AI Mode Shortcut in Chrome for Android and iOS

Google has released a new AI Mode shortcut in Chrome for and iOS, allowing users to quickly use the feature instead of going to the Google website first. However, the shortcut is limited to the US for now. Google also announced new Agentic capabilities in AI mode, allowing for booking of event tickets.

“We’re making it easier to access AI Mode, our most powerful AI search experience, when you’re on the go in Chrome on and Android,” said Google in a blog post. Available today in the U.S., you’ll now see an AI mode button under the search bar when opening a “New Tab” page in Chrome.

Google notes the AI mode shortcut in Chrome for Android and iOS will also soon be coming to 160 new countries and other languages, including Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and more across all your devices, from desktop to mobile.

Read More: Google Starts Rolling Out Gemini in Chrome, Agentic Browsing Assistant Coming Soon

Next, Google announced that new agentic capabilities are launching in AI Mode where you can now get help booking event tickets or beauty & wellness appointments. This feature is available to all users opted into Labs in the U.S., with higher limits for Google AI Pro & Ultra subscribers.

Back in August, Agentic capabilities in AI mode were announced by the company where you could make restaurant reservations without any manual intervention. For example, you can ask about getting a dinner reservation with friends that includes multiple constraints and preferences — like party size, date, time, location and preferred cuisine — and AI Mode will streamline this process. Searching across multiple reservation platforms and websites, it will find real-time availability for restaurants that meet your specific needs — and then present you with a curated list of restaurants with available reservation slots to choose from,” explained Google.

Google Introduces Gemini in Google Maps: All New Features

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
Google Introduces Gemini in Google Maps: All New Features

Google has released Gemini in Google Maps to give it the navigation experience a “powerful boost.” ” We’re introducing the first hands-free, conversational driving experience in Google Maps, built with Gemini and our comprehensive information about the real world,” said Google in a blog post. Here’s everything it has to offer.

With Gemini in Google Maps, t’s even simpler to find places along your route, check for available EV chargers or on Android, share your ETA with friends. No fumbling required — now you can just ask.

You can get help with multi-step tasks, like: “Is there a budget-friendly restaurant with vegan options along my route, something within a couple miles? … What’s parking like there?” Followed by, “OK, let’s go there.” You can even ask “Oh, by the way, can you also add a calendar event for soccer practice tomorrow for 5 p.m.?”

With your permission, Gemini connects with your Calendar and adds the event automatically. You can ask for something more specific, like “What dishes are popular there?” Further, Gemini in Google Maps makes it easier to report traffic disruptions. Simply say, “I see an accident,” “Looks like there’s flooding ahead” or “Watch out for that slowdown” to report disruptions instantly.

Gemini in Google Maps navigation starts rolling out in the coming weeks on and everywhere Gemini is available, with Android Auto on the way.

Read More: Google to Offer 18-Month Free Google AI Pro Plan for Reliance Jio Users in India

Now with Gemini, in addition to traffic lights and stop signs, Goo also show you landmarks like gas stations, restaurants and famous buildings that are easy to spot along your route. You’ll hear clear directions like “turn right after the Thai Siam Restaurant,” and see it highlighted on your map as you approach.

Gemini does this by analyzing Google Maps’ fresh, comprehensive information about 250 million places and cross-referencing it with Street View images to curate the most useful landmarks visible from the street, so guidance is accurate and helpful. Landmark-based navigation is rolling out now on Android and iOS in the U.S.

Next, Google Maps can now give you a heads up of traffic in your route, even if you’re not actively navigating. It proactively notifies you of disruptions on the road ahead — like when there’s an unexpected closure or heavy traffic jam. Proactive traffic alerts are rolling out now in the U.S. on Android.

Finally, there’s the Lens built with Gemini feature using which you can ask Gemini about a place when you reach there, in a conversational manner. “Powerful combination of Gemini capabilities and Google Maps’ understanding of places around the world gets you the answers you need, helping you decide in a moment if a spot is worth the wait,” said Google. Lens built with Gemini starts rolling out gradually later this month in the U.S. on Android and iOS.

Lava Agni 4 Design, Launch Date Confirmed: Everything to Know

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
Lava Agni 4 Design, Launch Date Confirmed: Everything to Know

Lava Agni 4 design and launch date has been confirmed by the brand and it’s coming later this month. The Agni 4, successor to last year’s Agni 3, is expected to boast of a high-end MediaTek flagship chipset, an aluminium frame, and much more. Here’s everything to expect from the next Agni series device from Lava.

The homegrown smartphone brand will debut the Lava Agni 4 in India on November 20. Further, the Lava Agni 4 design was also confirmed via X, showing the device in two finishes: Lunar Mist and Phantom Black. The Agni 4 design matches the one leaked earlier in July this year. It gets a pill-shaped camera module on the back housing two sensors.

Lava Agni 4 frame

All the buttons reside on the right spine, including the volume rocker, a power key, and an extra button that will likely act as a button to quick launch camera or other apps on the device. The frame is made of aluminium, which means it should ideally have a premium feel in the hand. The secondary screen we saw in the Agni 3 has been removed this time, but other features, such as the build quality, seem to have been upgraded.

Read More: Lava Shark 2 Launched in India with a Unisoc Processor

As for specs, reports online suggest it will sport a 6.67-inch 1.5K flat with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chip, paired with at least 8GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 128GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The handset should run on 15 out of the box.

There will be a 50MP main sensor on the back, paired with an 8MP ultra-wide angle sensor. It may have a 16MP sensor on the front for selfies. It could pack a 5000mAh battery with 66W fast wired charging. The device could feature stereo speakers, an IP64 rated body, along with the usual connectivity features such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and 5G.

Motorola Edge 70, Moto G57 Power 5G, Moto G57 5G Launched

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
Motorola Edge 70, Moto G57 Power 5G, Moto G57 5G Launched

Motorola 70, Moto G57 5G and the Moto G57 Power 5G have been announced in the European and Middle East markets. The Edge 70 is merely 5.99mm thick and pairs aircraft-grade aluminium frame with a nylon-inspired finish. Here’s everything else the Motorola devices have to offer.

Motorola Edge 70: Price, Specifications

Edge 70

The motorola edge 70 will be available, starting this week, in select markets across Europe and the Middle East with a starting price of €799 (approx Rs 81,000). It comes in Pantone Lily Pad, Pantone Bronze Green, and Pantone Gadget Grey.

The Edge 70 5G packs a 6.67″ pOLED Display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, 10-bit colours, 300Hz touch sampling rate, HDR 10+ support, Gorilla Glass 7i protection, 446 ppi, and 2712×1220 pixels resolution. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, paired with 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 512GB of uMCP storage.

There is a dual rear camera setup, including an OIS-assisted 50MP f/1.8 primary sensor, a 50MP f/2.0 ultra-wide angle sensor. At the front, it gets a 50MP f/2.0 sensor with auto-focus support. The device packs a 4800mAh battery with support for 68W wired charging and 15W wireless charging.

It also has Dolby Atmos-tuned stereo speakers and an in-display optical fingerprint sensor. The handset is IP68 + IP69 and has the MIL-STD-810H certification. The handset runs on Android 16-based Hello UI and will get 3 major OS updates and security patches until 2031. Connectivity options on the handset include Bluetooth v5.4, Wi-Fi 6E, Dual-SIM 5G, GPS, NFC, and a USB-C port for charging.

Also Read: Moto G67 Power 5G Launched in India: Price, Specifications, Availability

Moto G57 5G, Moto G57 Power 5G: Price, Specifications

Moto G57 5G series

The moto g57 power is now available in Europe on motorola.com and through regular retail partners at a recommended price of €279 (approx Rs 28,400). It comes in Pink Lemonade, Corsair, and Fluidity.

The moto g57 is also now available in Middle East on motorola.com and through regular retail partners at a recommended price of €249 (approx Rs 25,300).

The Moto G57 and G57 Power 5G sport a 6.72-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display with a 1080 x 2400 Pixel resolution. It has a punch-hole cutout at the center. In addition, the display has a 120Hz Refresh Rate, 391 ppi, 8-bit colours, 1050 nits peak brightness, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection.

The handsets are the first smartphones in the world to come with the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 Mobile Platform Chipset under the hood. The phones run on Android 16 on the software side. You get 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage on the G57 Power 5G. The G57 5G gets 4GB RAM and 128GB storage.

There is a dual camera setup on the back of the device. This includes a 50MP Sony LYT-600 primary camera with f/1.8 Aperture and an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide angle sensor. On the front, this Motorola device has a 8MP selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture.

A 5200mAh battery with 30W Fast charging support backs the Moto G57 5G while the Power variant has a 7000mAh battery with 30W fast charging. The phones have connectivity features like 5G SA/ NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS/GLONASS/QZSS/Galileo, NFC, a 3.5mm Headphone jack and a USB Type-C port for charging. They get stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, MIL-STD-810H certification, IP64 rating, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner as well.

Moto G67 Power 5G Launched in India: Price, Specifications, Availability

The Mobile Indian Network
-
0
Moto G67 Power 5G Launched in India: Price, Specifications, Availability

Moto G67 Power 5G has been announced in India as the brand’s latest budget offering with a Snapdragon under the hood. The device gets a huge 7000mAh battery under the hood which remains its USP. It runs on 15 out of the box and is also IP rated. Here’s everything else to know about the device.

Moto G67 Power 5G: Price, Availability

Moto G67 Power 5G is priced at Rs 15,999 for the single 8GB + 128GB model and will be available from November 12 at 12PM IST via Motorola’s website, Flipkart, and other retail stores across the country. It comes in Parachute Purple, Blue Curacao, and Cilantro. One can also avail a Rs 1,000 bank discount with Axis bank and SBI bank cards.

Moto G67 Power 5G: Specifications

Moto G67 Power 5G features a 6.7-inch flat screen with an FHD+ Resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, 391 ppi, and support for 1050 nits of peak brightness. The screen also has Gorilla Glass 7i protection.

The handset is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 Processor with 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. Running on Hello UI (Android 15), the company guarantees 1 year of OS upgrades and 3 years of security updates for the device.

There’s a 50MP f/1.8 Sony LYT-600 primary rear camera, paired with an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide angle sensor and a flicker sensor. It gets a 32MP f/2.2 sensor on the front for selfies.

The G67 Power 5G gets a 7000mAh cell with 30W fast wired charging. Connectivity options on the handset include Bluetooth v5.1, Dual-Band Wi-Fi, 5G, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB-C port for charging. It further gets stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos technology and IP64 protection.

Moto G 5G 2026, Moto G Play 5G 2026 Launched in the US with MediaTek Chips

Abhishek Malhotra
-
0
Moto G 5G 2026, Moto G Play 5G 2026 Launched in the US with MediaTek Chips

Moto G 5G 2026 and Moto G Play 5G 2026 have been announced in the US as successors to the 2025 models launched earlier this year in January. The new devices come powered with MediaTek processors, Android 16 out of the box, IP52 rating, and much more. Here’s everything they offer.

Moto G 5G 2026, Moto G Play 5G 2026: Price

The Moto G 5G 2026 comes in Pantone Slipstream and Cattleya Orchid shades and is priced at USD 199.99 (approx Rs 17,800) for the sole 4GB + 128GB model. It will be sold online at motorola.com starting December 11, followed by Best Buy and Amazon.com from January 15.

The Moto G Play 5G 2026 comes in a single Pantone Slipstream colour and is priced at USD 169.99 (approx Rs 15,000) for the single 4GB + 64GB version and will be available to buy at motorola.com starting November 13. It will also be available via Best Buy in the near future.

Moto G 5G 2026, Moto G Play 5G 2026: Specifications

Moto G 2026 Moto G Play 2026

The Moto G 5G 2026 and Moto G Play 5G 2026 sport a 6.7-inch IPS LCD HD+ display with a 1604 x 720 Pixels resolution. It has a punch-hole cutout at the center. In addition, the display has a 120Hz Refresh Rate, 263 ppi, and Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

The handsets pack MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Chipset under the hood. The phones runs on Android 16 on the software side. You get 4GB of LPDDR4x on both, and 64GB storage on the G Play 5G 2026 and 128GB 2.2 storage on the Moto G 5G 2026. Both of them support expandable storage up to 1TB as well.

There is a dual camera setup on the back of the Moto G 5G 2026. This includes a 50MP primary camera with f/1.8 Aperture and a 2MP f/2.5 macro sensor. On the front, this Motorola device has a 32MP selfie camera with an f/2.4 aperture.

The Moto G Play 5G 2026 gets a single 32MP f/2.2 rear camera and an 8MP f/2.0 selfie sensor on the front.

A 5200mAh battery backs up the devices with 30W Fast charging support on the Moto G 5G 2026 and 18W charging on the G Play 5G 2026. The phones have connectivity features like 5G SA/ NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS/GLONASS/QZSS/Galileo, NFC, a 3.5mm Headphone jack (only in Moto G 2026) and a USB Type-C port for charging. They also get stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner as well. Finally, they also have a water-repellent design.

Portronics Apollo 30 Bluetooth Speaker Launched in India

The Mobile Indian Network
-
0
Portronics Apollo 30 Bluetooth Speaker Launched in India

Portronics Apollo 30 speaker has been announced in India with a 30W audio output along with Karaoke mic support and RGB Ring LED lights. Here’s everything else you’d want to know about the new speaker from Portronics.

Portronics Apollo 30: Price, Availability

The Portronics Apollo 30 is priced at Rs 2,299 and comes with a 12-month warranty. It is available on Portronics.com, Amazon.in, Flipkart.com, and leading offline retail stores across India.

Portronics Apollo 30: Features

The Apollo 30 claims to deliver a “room-filling sound” with its 30W output, making it apt for house parties, karaoke nights, and outdoor gatherings. It features Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, ensuring stable pairing and faster wireless performance across devices. The addition of a wireless karaoke microphone lets users sing, perform duets, and enjoy without the hassle of tangled cables.

The Apollo 30 features dynamic RGB ring LED lights that pulse in sync with the music. The speaker’s modern black matte finish with orange grab handle ensures both style and portability—so you can carry your music wherever you go. The top control panel provides access to all key functions—from play/pause, lighting modes, and volume adjustments to echo control.

In addition, the Apollo 30 features a high-capacity battery offering up to 5 hours of playtime and a Type-C port. The built-in echo and volume controls on the microphone let users fine-tune their vocals for clarity and balance, making it an ideal pick for singers, entertainers, and families alike.

The company recently also announced the Portronics Beem 540 Smart LED portable projector. The projector offers a native 720p (1280 × 720) while supporting 1080p input. With a brightness rating of 6000 lumens and a contrast ratio of 2000:1, users can expect vibrant colors and clear images even in moderately lit environments. The LED light source ensures a lamp life of up to 40,000 hours, making it a long-lasting option for frequent use.

1234...4,821Page 3 of 4,821

© 2024 All Rights Reserved. The Mobile Indian.