Nandika Ravi
Nandika has over five years of experience as a multimedia journalist, news editor, and reporter. At OMNI News, she built the network's digital presence on social media platforms, chased and reported on news stories relevant to Canada's immigrant communities, and collaborated daily with seven different language teams. She also spearheaded special projects with CityNews Toronto and produced Pinoy Nation. Following this, she honed her skills as the senior news editor at Insauga.com, a hyper-local Canadian news website catering to 18 cities and communities across southern Ontario. Her core competencies include multimedia journalism, breaking news, crafting weekly columns, social media content creation, and podcast production. Nandika holds a BA in Communication and Journalism from India and a post-graduate diploma in Mass Communication and Media Studies from Seneca College. Now, she's ventured into the world of tech as a News Editor and writer for Android Central, churning out daily news stories and informing readers with her weekly column, "News Weekly." When not breaking tech news, you can catch her sipping coffee at cozy cafes, exploring new trails with her boxer dog or leveling up in the gaming universe.
Latest articles by Nandika Ravi
![Nothing Phone 2a Blue](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DEdwrQczEoHk9PfC42Fo5J-320-80.jpg)
Nothing appears ready for a 'landmark' smartphone launch, Phone 3 to come this year with AI
By Nandika Ravi published
Another flagship on its way! Nothing CEO announced via an internal email stating that the Nothing Phone 3 is on its way, set to debut by the end of Q1 this year. The phone will come packed with Nothing's in-house AI systems.
![A customized home screen on the OnePlus 13 with a mountain wallpaper from the Backdrops app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yvL4fzCNNRMgcc6cCBh9FN-320-80.jpg)
News Weekly: Samsung S25 full renders leak, OnePlus 13 and 13R launches, and more
By Nandika Ravi published
News Weekly A round-up of the biggest Google/Android-related news that stood out this week.
![Android System Update](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Hq9ezpRjMLcmMnnwm3USyW-320-80.jpg)
Samsung rolls out a new update ahead of the big One UI 7 launch
By Nandika Ravi published
All patched up! January's patch addresses issues with Samsung’s messages, notification manager, and Bootloader.
![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cameras](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MQrYufS9as73w4WJyzPu4-320-80.jpg)
Galaxy S25 Ultra to bring a key camera improvement over the Galaxy S24 Ultra, according to leak
By Nandika Ravi published
A shot in the dark We're just weeks away from Samsung's yearly Unpacked event that is set for Jan. 22 and it's raining S25 leaks. The most recent one gives us the scoop on the S25 Ultra's video recording abilities.
![The Pixel 9 battery life](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mdjwk9zUDLj8BpV4L2ZGwX-320-80.jpg)
Google chalks out best ways to keep your Pixel battery going for the long run
By Nandika Ravi published
Long lasting battery Google put out a detailed post on how users can optimize their Pixel phone's battery with best practices.
![OnePlus 13](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mtfdDp93RESkrPGoi3NQfD-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus 13 and 13R debut with a host of AI capabilities and upgraded camera systems
By Nandika Ravi published
OnePlus 13 and 13R Set to provide next-gen experience photography, gaming, and connectivity
![Google Pixel Watch with Google Assistant](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mzNWKh8RtChrrPVuEEWQRm-320-80.jpg)
Wear OS may get a far better assistant than its current one
By Nandika Ravi published
Google Assistant who? This new Wear OS update could get you access to Gemini and its extensions on your wrist.
![Samsung's Galaxy A16 5G.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R6HD4TExwcTTtf2xnVJyG6-320-80.jpg)
News Weekly: Massive OnePlus 13R leak, a new Samsung phone lands in the US, and more
By Nandika Ravi published
News Weekly A round-up of the biggest Google/Android-related news that stood out this week.
![Onn Google TV 4K Pro remote next to Chromecast with Google TV remote](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KAne2eH563RuozAuGPnJjV-320-80.jpg)
Google is making some serious changes to TV shows on Google TV
By Nandika Ravi published
No more TV The company announced on Tuesday (July 22) that it will no longer allow the purchase of TV shows and seasons from Google TV and other Android devices.
![The Google Pixel 9 Pro.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9buZxQrsjgWuGrwLRNrBmB-320-80.jpg)
News Weekly: Global Microsoft outage, first look at new Pixel 9 series, and more
By Nandika Ravi published
News Weekly A round-up of the biggest Google/Android-related news that stood out this week.
![Nothing Phone 2a Plus teased](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/h2xmiDiMcCjdnAn2ThNzGH-320-80.jpg)
Nothing teases a new phone launching soon, but it's probably not the one you're hoping for
By Nandika Ravi published
Plus Nothing is set to launch a bigger and better version of the Phone 2a at the end of this month, teasing it on X.
![PETERBOROUGH, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 15: A close-up of a packaged Amazon Prime item in the Amazon Fulfilment centre on November 15, 2017 in Peterborough, England. A report in the US has suggested that o](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YCWewjLhCU4yUUgKoUgLzU-320-80.jpg)
Amazon boasts record Prime Day sales fueled by electronics and back-to-school shopping
By Nandika Ravi published
Ka-ching! Amazon just wrapped its Prime Days, and the company said that the event broke sales records compared to previous years
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WhatsApp finally makes it easier to text your 'Favorite' people
By Nandika Ravi published
Top 8 Starting Tuesday (July 16), users can choose their favorite contacts or groups on the app, making it easier to find those they frequently text.
![Google Wallet example animation](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pJkNBLr3oxWmbuRhWfBzBP-320-80.jpeg)
Google Wallet will soon let you store 'everything else' in the app
By Nandika Ravi published
Everything else Google seems to be working on a handy feature allowing users to scan and store text-based documents in their digital wallet.
![Amazon Prime Box](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kuNDnfxYYqJSTdkS9qQWDM-320-80.jpg)
Don't let Prime Day scams dampen your shopping spree. Here's what to look for
By Nandika Ravi published
Don't become bait Prime Days are almost here, and there's a heightened need to watch for scammy deals that could tear into your pocket.
![Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 lifestyle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XYaYNeHA6skB59AJKwzj2Z-320-80.jpg)
News Weekly: Samsung's XR headset, Galaxy Watch 7 series missing a feature, and more
By Nandika Ravi published
News Weekly A round-up of the biggest Google/Android-related news that stood out this week.
![Amazfit Helio Ring](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/G2ZpkehgXDK3ECRtaXQxSL-320-80.jpg)
Amazfit Helio Ring may launch in India soon, in time for Prime Day
By Nandika Ravi published
A new market The Amazfit Helio Ring recently arrived in the U.S., and sources say it's set to debut in the Indian market next week.
![Galaxy Ring sizes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bEbLPW9qouw4sR4rLK6XNL-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Ring launches with AI-powered fitness tracking
By Nandika Ravi published
Finally here! The Samsung Galaxy Ring has arrived, and here's what the wearable can help you track.
![BioActive Sensor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wz6zqJ7cMTc9eqmrVjFcqb-320-80.png)
Galaxy Watch 7 to get a new sensor that boosts health tracking
By Nandika Ravi published
More power to the Watch 7 The sensor can track workouts 30% better, Glycation End Products in the blood stream, and more.
![Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 outdoors with the cover screen on](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kieckGt5dGPbAnp27hourn-320-80.jpg)
News Weekly: Samsung's devices leak ahead of Unpacked, a new Pixel 9 colorway and more
By Nandika Ravi published
News Weekly A round-up of the biggest Google/Android-related news that stood out this week.
![Samsung Unpacked 2024 ad](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tcyq44jCevuwixo5VKx8kg-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2024: How to watch and what to expect
By Nandika Ravi published
Samsung's year of wearables? Samsung will launch its anticipated Galaxy Ring and foldables next week, and here's the insider's scoop.
![WhatsApp logo on Android](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2JerTCzhFTikA2hNMih6cF-320-80.jpg)
WhatsApp could soon let users create AI images of themselves
By Nandika Ravi published
More AI? WhatsApp's future update could bring another feature through its Meta AI that allows users to create personalized avatars of themselves.
![Netflix Home](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2UuBnPiM9TPJE49PMxiggf-320-80.jpg)
Netflix is cutting its cheapest ad-free plan for some users
By Nandika Ravi published
Pick a new plan Several Reddit users spotted notices on their Netflix profiles stating their current ad-free plans will be discontinued soon.
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