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India Today
3 days ago
- India Today
Apple iOS 26 update: Public beta release date, list of supported devices, top features, and more
iOS 26 is almost ready for public testing. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is expected to roll out the public beta sometime around July 23. The update was first announced at WWDC earlier this year and has already gone through several rounds of developer testing. This public beta will give regular users a chance to try out new features and the updated look before the official release, which is likely to happen in September alongside the iPhone 17 series launch. Those interested can join the Apple Beta Software Program for free, although it's always smart to back up your device before installing beta software, since early versions may have 26: Public beta release date and list of supported devicesOn the compatibility front, iOS 26 drops support for some older models like the iPhone XR and iPhone XS, but will still run on iPhone 11 and newer, including the iPhone SE 2nd and 3rd Gen models. If you want access to the new Apple Intelligence features, you'll need an iPhone 15 Pro or one of the current iPhone 16 the public beta goes live — expected around July 23 this week — users will be able to download it by enroling on Apple's beta website and enabling the beta option in their device settings. Just remember — this is still a preliminary version, so expect a few bugs here and 26: What's new? The biggest visual change in iOS 26 is the new Liquid Glass design, which brings a fresh new look to the entire interface. Apple has updated app icons, added smoother animations, and improved customisation options on the Home and Lock screens. Apps like Camera, Photos, and Safari have also received layout tweaks to make them easier to use. It's the most noticeable redesign of iOS since iOS 7, and it feels more modern without being Intelligence is another area getting attention in this update. Built-in AI tools will now handle things like live translation for audio and text, along with smarter suggestions based on what's on your screen. The iOS 26 update also brings ChatGPT support for those who want extra help with on-screen information. Users can create custom emojis with Genmoji, generate fun images using Image Playground, and enjoy new shortcuts based on how they use their and Phone have also received some useful improvements. The Phone app now combines recents, favourites, and voicemails in one place, and features like Call Screening and Hold Assist are being added to make calls less of a hassle. Messages will let you create custom backgrounds, add polls to chats, and will now show typing indicators in group chats. Unknown senders will also be filtered into a separate 26 introduces a new Apple Games app to make it easier to find and manage games, and CarPlay is getting extra features like pinned conversations, support for widgets, and compact call views.- Ends
India Today
03-07-2025
- India Today
Your Apple Watch will soon alert you when its battery is running out faster than usual
Apple is introducing a smart new battery monitoring feature to the Apple Watch. This new feature will arrive with the upcoming watchOS 26 update and will notify users when their watch is consuming power faster than usual. Along with the notification, the feature will also provide quick access to battery-saving settings, allowing users to switch to Low Power Mode or make other adjustments before the device runs out of battery. advertisementAs spotted by 9to5Mac, this new feature in watchOS 26 works by analysing the long-term usage patterns of a user's Apple Watch and comparing them with its current battery performance. If the watch detects that the battery is draining significantly faster than the historical average—say, reaching 50 per cent by 7 PM when it's typically closer to 75 per cent—it will send a proactive alert. This notification will reportedly not only flag the anomaly but also provide users with a direct shortcut to enable Low Power Mode, helping them extend the remaining charge until they can connect to a report notes that this feature will not rely on generic benchmarks; instead, it learns from how the user typically uses their device. This means that even small deviations—such as increased GPS usage or poor cellular connectivity—might trigger the A similar notification feature is also likely to arrive with iOS else is coming to watchOS 26?Apple is also overhauling the visual experience with a new design language called Liquid Glass. This new UI will give supported apps, widgets, and interface elements a frosted, semi-transparent look. This new UI is planned for all Apple devices. Another upcoming feature for Apple Watch is Workout Buddy, powered by Apple Intelligence. This feature will use real-time sensor data to offer personalised encouragement during fitness sessions and can even highlight performance milestones, such as the user's fastest mile. The watch will send motivational phrases generated by Fitness+ trainers and can disable voice feedback if users prefer a quieter is also enhancing the Smart Stack, the Watch's layered widget system, starting with watchOS 26. It will consider contextual cues such as location or time of day to present more relevant information. Additionally, the redesigned Workout app adds corner-based buttons for easier navigation and integrates music and podcast controls directly within the 26 availabilitywatchOS 26 is currently available in developer beta and is expected to roll out to the public this autumn, likely alongside the next-generation Apple Watch. It will be available for Apple Watch Series 6 and newer, including Apple Watch Ultra models and the second-generation SE.- Ends
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Tata Plans ₹500cr Trust for Families of Crash Victims
Tata Sons , the holding company of the Tata Group, has sought board approvals to set up a trust that will extend financial support to the families of the victims of the Air India crash in Ahmedabad. At an interim board meeting Thursday, chairman N Chandrasekaran apprised the board of the proposed trust structure, multiple sources told ET. Approvals have been sought for an estimated ₹500-crore allocation to the entity, said one of the sources cited above. Tata Sons had earlier considered setting up separate trusts — one for families of Indians and the other for foreign nationals who died in the crash. According to sources, the funds will be used for compensation payouts to the families of the 271 victims, medical care, and renovation of the affected medical school, where several facilities were gutted by the smouldering fuselage of the ill-fated aircraft that fell from the skies moments after take-off. The rest of the corpus will be earmarked for the long-term needs of the affected families. The trust, which is expected to be registered soon, will support both Indian citizens and foreign nationals, including several British passengers on board the flight. The initiative is being led by PB Balaji, group CFO of Tata Motors, who brings extensive experience in regulatory, financial, and corporate governance matters. The trust will also include individuals from outside the Tata Group to ensure robust governance and compliance, sources said. Tata Trusts is also likely to contribute to the fund. The board meeting was attended by Tata Trust nominees Noel Tata, Venu Srinivasan, and Vijay Singh. There are significant legal complexities related to claims from the crash, sources added. Tata Sons did not comment. PB Balaji is overseeing the framework and implementation of the trusts to ensure they remain compliant, transparent, and sensitive to the specific legal and cultural contexts of the affected families. The trust will be structured to provide sustained financial support to immediate family members, covering essentials such as children's education, healthcare, and daily living expenses. This goes beyond a one-time ex-gratia payment. The approach echoes the Tata Group's response to the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks in 2008, when a trust was set up to offer long-term financial and emotional support to employees and their families of the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, operated by the Tata-owned Indian Hotels Company Ltd.
Pink Villa
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Aditya Roy Kapur gets rejected by Nia Sharma on Laughter Chefs: Highlights to look forward to in new episode
Dino cast is set to be seen on Laughter Chefs. Their banter with the Laughter Chefs team is going to be hilarious and unmissable. The makers have dropped the promos for the upcoming episodes. Karan Kundrra taking a dig at Sara Ali Khan, Nia Sharma making a surprising comment on Aditya Roy Kapur's looks, Bharti Singh teasing Anupam Kher, and more are some of the moments to look forward to in the episodes. Karan Kundrra takes a dig at Sara Ali Khan Colors TV uploaded a promo offering a glimpse of the upcoming episode. In the first promo shared by the channel, Karan Kundrra encourages Sara Ali Khan to cook as they are partners. Sara thinks of making a face pack of Besan (gram flour) and leaves all surprised. While peeling onions, Sara questions Karan if there is a better way to peel them. Sara leaves Bharti Singh in shock when she says that it is possible to fry in a strainer. Watch Sara Ali Khan and Karan Kundrra's banter here- Karan Kundrra then teases Sara Ali Khan and says, "Sara ne heroine bane ka faisla liya hai voh bohot correct liya hai (Sara has taken the correct decision of becoming an actress)." Sara asks, "Kyu? (Why)." Karan replies, "Kyuki maine dekh liya teko kaam karte hue (Because I have seen you working)." Sara then says, "Meri puri image kharab ho rahi hai (My image is getting ruined)." Nia Sharma comments on Aditya Roy Kapur In another promo, Bharti Singh welcomes Metro... In Dino star cast on the show. Bharti questions Aditya Roy Kapur if he knows how to cook, and he quickly responds, "Bilkul nahi (Not at all)" Bharti then pairs Sudesh Lehri and Nia Sharma together. Nia Sharma is shocked and doesn't wish to pair up with Aditya. She says, "I know he is good looking but mai achaar dalu? Muje khana chahiye (I know he is good looking but what will I do of that? I want food)." Bharti Singh teases Anupam Kher Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi assigned the dish "Bhajia platter" which should have 26 petals. Bharti then teases Anupam Kher, saying, "Special 26 kiya hai aur 26 petal nahi bana paa rahe hai (He has done Special 26 but can't make 26 petals)." Watch Laughter Chefs promo here- Anupam Kher, and director Anurag Basu will be seen on Laughter Chefs. The movie is slated to release on July 4, 2025.
Daily Tribune
16-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Approves Major Power Station Project
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa has officially approved Law No. (26) of 2025, which confirms Bahrain's agreement with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to finance a new power station project. The law, endorsed by both the Shura Council and the Council of Representatives, gives the green light to the construction of the new Jasra Power Station, which will operate at 400 kilovolts. The agreement includes a framework agreement, an agency agreement, and a guarantee agreement between the Government of Bahrain and the IsDB. These agreements were originally signed on September 9, 2024. The new power station is expected to enhance the country's electricity infrastructure, helping to meet growing demand and support future development. Under the law, the Prime Minister and relevant ministers are tasked with carrying out the necessary steps to implement the agreements. The law will take effect the day after it is published in the Official Gazette.
