When Android phones first arrived, there wasn’t a built-in flashlight feature. So, flashlight apps were extremely popular—and profitable. One particular flashlight app got caught doing something not so bright, and the US government had to get involved. This is the story of an app called “Brightest Flashlight Free.” At a time when Android users relied

For most people, the Linux terminal is where you troubleshoot issues or run sudo commands—not a place where you do your day-to-day work. I used to think the same way until I stumbled into the world of TUI (Terminal User Interface) apps—terminal-based tools with real interfaces. I tried a few, and while most didn’t stick,

It’s not hyperbole to call DualShot Recorder an overnight sensation. It took only 12 hours from the time it was released to hit number one on the App Store’s list of top paid apps. It was a surprise success — but what’s even more surprising is the app’s origin story: it all started with a

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. Some of the world’s biggest tech companies have begun plotting out their next pivot—and it’s all taking place on your TV screen. Earlier this month, Google announced that its Photos app would be accessible

People show their mobile phones during the nationwide test of the new ‘Cell Broadcast Alert System’, in Patna on Saturday Phones shrieked. Screens flashed. A commuter lunged for an emergency chain. Theatre audiences froze. Patients gripped chairs. With tensions in West Asia already on edge, many feared the worst as confusion swept cities — before

In a major nationwide technological exercise, the Government of India conducted a large-scale test of its mobile-based disaster alert system, sending emergency siren alerts simultaneously to millions of mobile phones across the country. The initiative is part of an advanced public safety infrastructure aimed at improving real-time communication during emergencies such as natural disasters, industrial

Many are in a vice-like grip of mobile phones and constant scrolling. | Photo Credit: Getty Images While reminiscing about issues in communication, it is often said that “in those days mobile phones were not there”. Now, the world over, be it in deep Africa or posh Europe, almost everyone holds a mobile phone. If

Disney is exploring a super app to break silos and unify Walt Disney World, Disneyland, DCL, as well as streaming services, movies, merchandise and more, according to reporting by Bloomberg. Here’s the latest, along with our commentary about this ‘what’s old is new again’ initiative. Attempting to make his mark on the company and make

Indian consumers largely adopt electric vehicles based on cost and utility. As state policies shape prices, buyer profiles now see sharp divergence across regions. In Bengaluru, a young professional walked into a car dealer’s showroom set on buying a hybrid. It felt like the safer choice. But by the time the salesperson broke down the

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It’s 2026, and Android still doesn’t have some basic features like cutting off internet access for certain apps. Now there are third-party apps that make this sort of firewall possible on Android. However, they come with one big trade-off: they need to run constantly in the background as a VPN tunnel. For one, you cannot

AI dictation apps have come a long way in a short time. For years they were slow and inaccurate — unless you spoke with a particular accent and enunciated clearly. Advances in large language models (LLMs) and speech-to-text models have changed that, producing systems that can decipher speech more accurately while retaining enough context to

Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro is reportedly looking to streamline the app experience for Disney fans, simplifying the company’s currently divided digital landscape. CEO Josh D’Amaro Exploring a Disney ‘Super App’ Disney executives are reportedly weighing a major expansion of Disney+ that could transform the streaming platform into a broader digital hub for the company’s films,

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Affordable ergonomics Comfortable for long periods Dynamic lumbar support Adjustable recline options Pro V2 model offers noticeable engancements Cons Self-assembly instructions could be improved Our Verdict The Sihoo Doro C300 and C300 Pro V2 don’t just check ergonomic boxes – they integrates them into a design that’s practical, adaptable,

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority There’s a reason why Google Clock isn’t called Google Alarm. While it offers numerous time-keeping and convenience features, from a timer and stopwatch to a world clock and integration with music services, it makes oversleeping a little too easy for my liking. And boy, do I like sleeping! I shouldn’t

Electric Vehicle Unshielded HV Cables Market The Electric Vehicle Unshielded Hv Cables Market reached a valuation of 13.48 billion in 2026 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 15.02% during the forecast period from 2026 to 2035, ultimately attaining an estimated value of 41.3 billion by 2035. Market growth is being driven by

Researchers at AIIMS have found something that a lot of parents probably don’t want to hear: letting your baby watch your phone might actually increase the risk of autism. The study, presented by the Department of Pediatric Neurology, shows a real connection between screen exposure in very young children and autism diagnosis later on.Children under

Beijing —  A sleek SUV offers mechanical foot massages, a luxury minivan has rotating seats to help passengers hop into its third row – and a surprising proportion of models offer in-car karaoke with professional-grade speakers. Others have headlights that can project movies onto a wall to make anywhere a drive-in cinema. Here, intelligent driving features