Science And Technology

From iPhone 17 and Vivo X300 to Oppo Find X9, iQOO 15, and Realme GT 8 Pro, several flagship smartphones in 2026 deliver performance, cameras, and battery life comparable to the Google Pixel 10. With powerful chipsets, advanced photography features, and fast charging support, these devices emerge as some of the best premium alternatives available right now., Technology & Science, Times Now

Honor has teased the red "Red Rabbit" colourway of the upcoming Magic V6 foldable ahead of its global launch at MWC 2026. The company is highlighting the phone's slim hinge, triple-camera setup, and premium design.

Google is pressing ahead with another massive data centre in Texas, promising "advanced air-cooling technology" to curb water use. The move forms part of its $40 billion, two-year investment in the state, even as communities question the environmental cost of America's AI infrastructure boom.

Apple is expanding its age-verification framework to comply with new laws across the US and overseas. The company will block downloads of 18+ apps in select countries until users confirm they are adults, while introducing developer tools designed to share age ranges without exposing personal data.

WhatsApp tests a SIM-verification feature to comply with India's DoT directives, potentially impacting user access and login practices.

Samsung is preparing for its first major launch of 2026 with the Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for February 25 (today) in San Francisco. The company is expected to unveil the Galaxy S26 lineup, including the Samsung Galaxy S26, Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, alongside new AI focused features., Technology & Science News, Times Now

Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, is facing allegations from global leaders that the company's products harm young users

Despite earlier indications of a hiring slowdown, OpenAI is actively expanding its workforce, particularly through overseas recruitment. , Technology & Science, Times Now

Researchers say the new method, using ultra-fast lasers, could end data rot and the need for constant storage upgrades.

Anthropic has built its AI model Claude using free data and books from library, claims Elon Musk citing multiple community posts.