TECHNOLOGY

Have you ever wondered why keyboard letters are not arranged in alphabetical order? Contrary to popular belief, the arrangement is not meant to speed up typing. In fact, the design of modern keyboards dates back to the mechanical limitations of early typewriters, and it was created to slow typing speed to prevent jams. The Problem with Early TypewritersIn the 1870s, the first typewriters had keys arranged as ABCDE in a row. These machines were entirely mechanical, and rapid typing often caused the typebars to jam. The repeated stoppages delayed work and reduced efficiency. Enter the QWERTY LayoutTo solve this problem, Christopher Latham Sholes introduced the QWERTY layout. He strategically placed the most frequently used letters, such as E, T, A, and I, far apart from each other. Thi...

Elon Musk’s AI company xAI is working on a revolutionary project that could transform office environments forever. A recent viral podcast by former xAI engineer Suleman Ghori revealed that the company is developing the “Human Emulator”—an AI system capable of performing office tasks just like a human employee. Unlike traditional chatbots, these digital humans can operate a keyboard and mouse, open files, write emails, and use any software with human-like dexterity. Ghori described the system as so realistic that even xAI employees often cannot tell the AI apart from real coworkers. In some cases, managers assigned tasks to these AI agents without realizing they were not human. Following the podcast, Ghori announced his departure from xAI. AI as Full-Fledged Team MembersThese AI emplo...

YouTube has officially announced that its auto dubbing feature is now available to all users, allowing videos in foreign languages to be watched in viewers’ preferred language. In India, for example, users can now watch videos—from Korean to English—in 27 different languages, including Hindi. Expressive Dubbing for Natural FeelUnlike traditional dubbing, YouTube’s new Expressive Speech technology focuses not only on words but also on emotions. Available in eight languages including Hindi, this feature ensures that the dubbed voice retains the original creator’s energy, pitch, and expression. So if a creator speaks enthusiastically, the dubbed version conveys the same excitement and emotion, making it feel much more natural. Smart Filters and Audience ControlYouTube’s smart filters au...

Samsung Galaxy A07 5G LaunchSamsung has launched its new mid-range smartphone, Galaxy A07 5G, in India. The device comes equipped with a 6000mAh battery, 25W fast charging, and a 50MP main rear camera. The smartphone is priced in the ₹15,999–₹17,999 range depending on RAM configuration. Specifications: Display: 6.7-inch HD+ LCD, peak brightness 800 nits Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 RAM: 4GB / 6GB Storage: 128GB, expandable up to 1TB via microSD Operating System: Android 16 with One UI 8 SIM Slots: Dual SIM + microSD Camera: Rear 50MP + 2MP | Front 8MP Battery & Charging: 6000mAh, 25W fast charging Pricing: 4GB / 128GB – ₹15,999 6GB / 128GB – ₹17,999 OPPO Reno 15c Sale BeginsOPPO’s latest smartphone, Reno 15c, is now available for pur...

Chinese robotics company MirrorMe Technology has claimed that its humanoid robot, Bolt, is the fastest running humanoid robot in the world. In laboratory tests, Bolt reportedly covered 10 meters in just one second, showcasing an unprecedented speed for a bipedal robot. A video demonstrating Bolt’s performance has also been released. Humanoid robots are designed to walk and run on two legs, mimicking human movements. Bolt, weighing 75 kilograms and standing at 5 feet 7 inches, displays remarkably human-like motion, using its arms and head to maintain balance while sprinting. MirrorMe shared footage on social media platform X showing a race between a human and Bolt. While the human stumbled mid-race, Bolt effortlessly covered the distance, highlighting its superior speed and agility. ...

A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed that 96% of WhatsApp users receive unwanted messages on a daily basis. These messages are either promotional in nature or outright spam. The survey was conducted across 324 districts, with participation from 42,000 people. The findings come in the wake of the Supreme Court reprimanding WhatsApp over privacy concerns. According to the survey, only 4% of users reported that they do not receive any spam messages. Meanwhile, 54% said they receive 1–3 unwanted messages daily, 30% receive 4–7 messages, and 11% reported getting 8 or more spam messages every day. Interestingly, a large portion of these messages is being sent via WhatsApp Business accounts. Daily Spam Message Frequency: 46% of users: 1–3 messages 31% of users: 4–7 messages ...

Anthropic, the American AI company, has updated its AI tool Claude Cowork with 11 new plug-ins, enabling it to go beyond answering questions to performing specific tasks automatically on a computer. Currently available in research preview, Claude Cowork is designed to handle tasks in fields like law, sales, marketing, and data management, sparking excitement—and concern—in both American and Indian markets. Experts warn that such AI tools could potentially disrupt traditional software service providers and IT companies in the future, replacing human involvement in many routine tasks. With a simple prompt, Claude Cowork can now execute tasks that previously required multiple human workers. What is Claude Cowork?Claude Cowork is an agent-based AI workspace. Initially, it functioned only...

The Bharat Taxi app has officially launched today, and we decided to put it to the test to see how it fares against popular ride-hailing platforms like Ola and Uber. Our experience revealed that booking a ride on Bharat Taxi is almost as fast as on Ola or Uber, and the time taken for the ride to reach us was comparable. In terms of pricing, Bharat Taxi was neither the cheapest nor the most expensive—it offers competitive rates that sit in between the two established apps. Booking ExperienceBooking a ride on Bharat Taxi was straightforward and seamless. The app’s animations and smooth interface make it hard to believe it is a cooperative-based ride-hailing platform. In our test, the ride was confirmed in just 5-10 seconds, similar to Ola, while Uber took about 1 minute to confirm a ride....

In the first 15 days of 2026, 800 people have reportedly gone missing—an alarming average of over 50 people per day, mostly women and children. In such situations, enabling Emergency & SOS features on your smartphone can be life-saving. Both iPhone and Android devices offer these features, allowing users to share their location and critical details with trusted contacts or emergency services with just a few button presses. Emergency SOS on iPhoneiPhone users can activate the Emergency SOS feature to instantly share their location and other details. Here’s how: Open Settings and search for Emergency SOS. Enable Call with 3 Button Presses. This allows you to press the power button three times to automatically call emergency numbers. To make emergency calls silent, turn on Ca...

The Google Pixel 10a has been revealed, giving fans their first look at the upcoming smartphone. Pre-orders for the Pixel 10a will begin on 18 February 2026. Based on the images and teaser released, the new phone shows minimal design changes compared to the Pixel 9a, though a new color variant is expected. Design and ColorThe blue shade variant of the Pixel 10a closely resembles the Pixel 9a. Google has shared the first images via YouTube and the Google Store, highlighting that this will be the most durable Pixel “A” series phone yet. The phone is expected to deliver high-quality photography and will feature built-in Gemini AI. Launch TimingThe Pixel 9a was launched in March last year, while the Pixel 10a is arriving in February, giving Google an edge over Apple, whose iPhone 17e lau...