TECHNOLOGY

Here’s a roundup of key gadget updates from 6 February 2026: 1. Asus Zenbook and Vivobook Pre-Orders Begin in IndiaAsus has opened pre-orders for its new Zenbook and Vivobook laptops in India. Powered by AMD Ryzen AI processors, the laptops will officially launch on 12 February 2026. Pre-Order Offer: Customers booking the Zenbook S16 or Zenbook 14 can get benefits worth ₹5,999 for just ₹1, including a 2-year extended warranty and 3-year accidental damage protection. Offer valid until 11 February. Availability: Asus stores, eShop, Amazon, Flipkart, and authorized retailers. Zenbook S16 Features All-metal chassis: 1.1 cm slim Display: 16-inch ASUS Lumina OLED, 3K resolution Sound: Dolby Atmos with 6 speakers Weight: 1.5 kg Battery Life: Up to 23 hours with fast ...

Following Apple’s footsteps, Samsung is reportedly preparing to launch a Qi2 wireless charger for its upcoming Galaxy S26 series. Leaked images suggest that the charger will resemble Apple’s MagSafe and support 25W wireless charging. However, using it may require a special case for proper alignment. What We Know About Samsung’s Qi2 ChargerThe wireless charger, likely to launch with Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26, features a circular, slim design similar to Apple’s MagSafe. Unlike Apple’s version, Samsung’s charger comes in black housing with a fabric-wrapped cable. The box branding clearly indicates “Qi2 25W”, confirming support for 25W wireless charging. To achieve this, a 45W or higher PPS adapter is required. Need for a Special CasePhotos of the charger’s packag...

Iran is approaching one month of a nationwide internet blackout, raising questions about whether its citizens could remain permanently disconnected from the global web. The Iranian government is reportedly preparing to operate two separate internet systems: a filtered internet for approved users and a national internet for the general population, allowing the authorities to maintain strict control over online access. When the Shutdown BeganThe blackout started on the night of 8 January 2026, following widespread anti-government protests. Initially expected to last only a few days, the shutdown has now extended to a full month. The move completely cut off ordinary Iranians from global internet services. Latest Updates from Cloudflare RadarNetwork monitoring platform Cloudflare Radar r...

Indian startup Brave Ark has introduced a unique 2-in-1 Android device in India under the same name. Designed to function both as a tablet and a computer, the device is priced at ₹34,999. As part of its launch offer, the first 200 customers will receive a free backlit keyboard. Versatile Device for Study, Content Creation, and Professional WorkThe new gadget runs on Android 15 and features a PC mode, making it suitable for students, content creators, and professionals alike. It sports a large 12.95-inch display and a massive 14,550mAh battery, significantly larger than batteries in recently launched Realme and Redmi tablets. Pricing and AvailabilityThe device comes in a Galactic Blue color and is available exclusively on Amazon India. The included backlit keyboard connects magnetical...

American AI company Anthropic has launched its most powerful AI tool yet, Opus 4.6, claiming it can handle tasks ranging from coding to document creation and presentations with high performance. The model is designed to deliver professional-grade results even for large-scale projects. Cloud Opus 4.6: Stronger Coding CapabilitiesThe newly updated Cloud Opus 4.6 promises improved coding efficiency. Anthropic says the model can handle complex coding tasks better than its predecessors and is capable of producing results comparable to professional developers. Anthropic’s AI Model LineupAnthropic currently offers three AI models: Opus, Sonnet, and Haiku. Opus is the most powerful model, built for high-performance tasks. Sonnet is designed for medium-scale work. Haiku is the light...

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has unveiled a bold vision for the future of workplaces, where AI-driven teams will become central to corporate operations. To facilitate this transformation, OpenAI has launched Frontier, a new enterprise platform designed to create and manage AI employees for companies. The announcement raises questions about the role of human workers as AI agents take on more responsibilities. Frontier: Building AI Employees for EnterprisesFrontier is designed specifically for large enterprises to deploy AI agents that operate like human employees. These agents are trained on company-specific processes, receive feedback to improve performance, and have defined identities and security protocols. Altman explains that the future belongs to companies that leverage AI extensively, wi...

Amid widespread speculation about a Starlink smartphone, Elon Musk has clarified that no such phone is currently under development. The comments come after Musk previously expressed interest in the idea, which had fueled rumors about a satellite-connected smartphone entering the market. Musk’s latest statement confirms that Starlink is not actively working on any smartphone project at this time. The company continues to focus exclusively on providing satellite internet services, aiming to extend connectivity to remote and underserved regions worldwide. No Active Smartphone ProjectEarlier remarks by Musk had sparked discussions that Starlink might create a smartphone capable of connecting directly to its satellite network. However, Musk has now made it clear that there is no active pr...

Gone are the days when losing your vehicle’s Registration Certificate (RC) meant multiple trips to the RTO office. With platforms like VAHAN 4.0 and DigiLocker, vehicle owners can now download a digital RC within minutes, directly on their mobile phones or computers. What is VAHAN 4.0?VAHAN 4.0 is a government-developed platform by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) designed to simplify vehicle registration and related processes. It uses a unified database across India, allowing easy and transparent data sharing between RTOs of different states. Uses of VAHAN 4.0VAHAN 4.0 facilitates a range of services, including: Vehicle registration Ownership transfer Road tax payment Issuance of fitness certificates Permits Hypothecation management (linking or ...

The CEO of Anthropic, Dario Amodei, has delivered a startling prediction that has shaken the software industry: within the next 6–12 months, the role of software engineers could largely disappear as AI takes over the entire process of software development and coding. Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Amodei warned that the time when human software engineers are indispensable is rapidly approaching its end. He revealed that even engineers at Anthropic now rely heavily on AI models to write code. According to him, the next six months to a year will mark the moment when AI can handle coding tasks from start to finish, effectively replacing human programmers. Software Engineers Face a Short TimelineReports indicate that Amodei gave software engineers an implicit 6–12 m...