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Indian govt orders smartphone makers to preload state-owned cyber safety app

December 02, 2025 8:52 am

The government said the app was essential to combat "serious endangerment" of telecom cyber security from duplicate or spoofed IMEI numbers, which enable scams and network misuse.

Builder.ai founder: 'Our platform provides a solution for any business to operate, manage and scale their technology needs'

March 12, 2020 7:27 pm

Builder.AI wants to make it easy for businesses to create an app, without having to bother about the coding. We spoke to the CEO of the company on how this exactly works.

Trust these smartphone apps for hassle-free travel experience

August 14, 2019 7:48 pm

Travelling to a new place and are worried about what's in store? Just ensure you have these travel apps and you are all set to go!

Your smartphone apps are tracking your every move, and they’re not keeping it secret

December 15, 2018 9:24 am

The app developers can make money by directly selling their data, or by sharing it for location-based ads, which command a premium.

Apps boosting 'healthy lifestyle' can slow artery ageing: Study

June 11, 2018 11:56 am

A study has found that using a smartphone application to promote a healthy lifestyle slows down artery ageing by boosting compliance to a proper diet along with physical activity. The apps act as a powerful weapon against arterial ageing.

Five popular smartphone camera modes and what they are meant to do

April 25, 2018 11:54 am

Wondered what HDR mode, Panorama mode in the camera options are meant to do? Allow us to give you a brief insight.

Language app Babbel translates European success to US market

February 20, 2018 5:05 pm

Language app Babbel has raised profits in the US market, putting it closer to its competitor, Silicon Valley-based Duolingo.

Now, a smartphone app can help prevent heart attack

March 11, 2016 1:33 pm

This smartphone app can help people know the warning signs of a heart attack in advance and take corrective measures.

Smartphone APPs: Don’t click ‘yes’ for all permissions

February 19, 2016 1:39 am

With apps seeking more access to improve their focus on advertising content, users must be careful of the privacy intrusion they are allowing in the process.

Yahoo Aviate to make lives and phones smarter

June 25, 2014 9:15 pm

Aviate makes your phone smarter by offering intelligent information throughout the day.

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