Shruti Dhapola looks after the Indian Express Technology section and writes primarily on the subject of consumer technology. She reviews smartphones, fitness trackers and covers how the internet is evolving around us, including policies related to technology. She also covers topics such as artificial intelligence, online privacy, creator economy as well as big tech companies such as Google, Facebook, Apple, etc.

January 19, 2021 15:44 IST
Recently Urmila Matondkar, Ameesha Patel, Tabu Vikrant Massey and Esha Deol found that their Instagram accounts were hacked via a common phishing scam over 'Copyright claims': Here's how to stay safe on Instagram.
Wed, Jan 20, 2021
January 18, 2021 14:50 IST
It is possible for a WhatsApp user to know exactly what all data WhatsApp collects about them. Here's what we got when we generated our account information report from WhatsApp.
Mon, Jan 18, 2021
January 14, 2021 19:46 IST
Wikipedia will turn 20 years on January 15. Co-founder Jimmy Wales said that “The idea that Wikipedia shouldn't take sides on any major issue... is really a core value for us that's served us very well.”
Thu, Jan 14, 2021
January 14, 2021 16:09 IST
The new WhatsApp privacy policy has resulted in a furore, with many expressing fears about the ‘increased’ data sharing with Facebook. It has also led to disinformation being spread against the messaging platform prompting WhatsApp
Thu, Jan 14, 2021
January 13, 2021 19:25 IST
What is Parler, and why have big tech companies taken such a strong action against what is a relatively unknown social network outside of the United States? We explain
Thu, Jan 14, 2021
January 13, 2021 15:33 IST
YouTube is the latest platform to ban US President Donald Trump for violating policies and inciting violence. A look at how Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other big tech platforms have all banned Trump.
Wed, Jan 13, 2021
January 13, 2021 04:16 IST
In a clarification on its privacy policy update, WhatsApp has made a distinction between private and business messages. What does the update change for you, and does it call for switching to another app?
Fri, Jan 22, 2021
January 12, 2021 16:49 IST
Signal App: While Signal has many features that one would have seen on WhatsApp or other messaging apps, the new user interface can leave some users confused. We explain in detail how to set up, use Signal, and the key features.
Wed, Jan 13, 2021
January 08, 2021 16:49 IST
Many users are switching to Signal as WhatsApp has updated its privacy policy. But what is Signal? And how does the messaging app work? We take an in-depth look.
Mon, Jan 11, 2021
January 06, 2021 21:08 IST
Given that WhatsApp has rolled out payments in India and other countries, it is not surprising to see this part of the privacy policy getting expanded further.
Tue, Jan 19, 2021
January 06, 2021 17:07 IST
Xiaomi Mi 10i review: The phone sports a 108MP camera and a price tag starting at Rs 20,999. Here's what we thought of its performance.
Thu, Jan 07, 2021
January 06, 2021 09:16 IST
The Mi 11 has already launched in China, though there is speculation that a Mi 11 Pro variant could be introduced later on. Xiaomi typically has more than one model in its flagship Mi series each year.
Wed, Jan 06, 2021
January 05, 2021 13:13 IST
Xiaomi’s Mi 10i, a 5G-ready phone has officially launched in India at a starting price of Rs 20,999. Here's our in-depth look at the phone, including some detailed camera samples from the device.
Tue, Jan 05, 2021
January 01, 2021 15:48 IST
Microsoft has not confirmed what source code was accessed by the hackers. However, the fact that the hackers got in so deep is quite worrying, given source code is crucial to how any piece of software works.
Sun, Jan 03, 2021
December 31, 2020 11:35 IST
When the global lockdowns first began in March and April, there was a spike in data usage across the world. But despite the challenges, the networks managed a solid recovery in terms of speeds in the second half of 2020.
Thu, Dec 31, 2020
December 30, 2020 12:15 IST
Xiaomi Mi QLED TV 4K review: This is a 55-inch smart TV with a QLED screen, and a more premium offering from the brand. But how does it perform? Here's what we thought after using.
Wed, Dec 30, 2020
December 24, 2020 14:23 IST
Banned: That was what happened to hundreds of Chinese apps in India in 2020, including the big names like TikTok, PUBG Mobile, CamScanner, Shein and others. We take a look at the year of the banned.
Thu, Dec 24, 2020
December 21, 2020 18:31 IST
Redmi 9 Power review: This is the latest smartphone to join the 6000 mAh battery bandwagon, but how does it perform? Here's what we thought after using it for over a week.
Tue, Dec 22, 2020
December 21, 2020 11:09 IST
The pandemic in 2020 meant many of us were working from home (WFH) and even more dependent on collaborative tools like Microsoft Teams or Slack or video-conferencing services such as Zoom and Google Meet.
Mon, Dec 21, 2020
December 19, 2020 04:20 IST
One of the biggest cyberattacks to have targeted US government agencies and private companies, the 'SolarWinds hack' is being seen as a likely global effort. How was it carried out, and what kind of data has been compromised? Why have US government officials and politicians named Russia?
Tue, Dec 29, 2020
December 18, 2020 18:58 IST
This is not the first time that Apple and Facebook have clashed over the issue of privacy. Apple CEO Tim Cook has in the past been critical of Facebook’s business model.
Fri, Dec 18, 2020
December 17, 2020 11:38 IST
Google Search will now show results in the relevant Indian language, even if the user types in their language using English or Roman characters. It also showcase new a language processing model for Indian languages called MuRIL.
Thu, Dec 17, 2020
December 16, 2020 13:09 IST
WhatsApp revealed that users will be able to buy affordable health insurance coverage from SBI General using the platform by the end of the year.
Wed, Dec 16, 2020
December 15, 2020 13:43 IST
Facebook-Reliance Jio partnership: Ambani also talked about the Jio-Facebook partnership stressing on WhatsApp in particular and the role it would play with the company’s ‘Jio Mart’ service. Both Jio and WhatsApp have a base of over 400 million customers in India.
Tue, Dec 15, 2020
December 15, 2020 11:26 IST
The former UK deputy prime minister also defended Facebook’s approach to dealing with hate speech in India, which has come under the scanner in light of some new reports, and said the company removes “huge amounts of content,” often even “before anyone reports it.”
Tue, Dec 15, 2020




