Vishnu Sarangapurkar
Vishnu is a freelance news writer for Android Central. Since 2018, he has written about consumer technology, especially smartphones, computers, and every other gizmo connected to the internet. When he is not at the keyboard, you can find him on a long drive or lounging on the couch binge-watching a crime series.
Latest articles by Vishnu Sarangapurkar
Instagram is giving you a reset button for your feed recommendation
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar last updated
Reset time Instagram tries to engage you in scrolling through numerous reels or feeds through its recommendations based on your interests, which can now be fully reset.
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE might actually be a thing, according to one analyst
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
GALAXY Z Flip 7 FE Most foldable phone fans have been waiting for affordable models for a long time now, and 2025 appears to be the year for them.
The Galaxy S25 might introduce a game-changing feature for smoother gameplay
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
smoother gameplay The Galaxy S25 could be a gaming beast with Qualcomm's new technology.
Galaxy A26 leak reveals Samsung's 2025 budget phone
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Budget Galaxy phone Samsung usually releases its budget Galaxy A phones towards the end of the year, and 2024 appears no different.
Lucky few get a head start on their YouTube Music 2024 Recap
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Early recap! YouTube Music Recap is one of the events most music enthusiasts look forward to every year. Some users, however, appear to have been lucky this year.
Android Auto beta teases the long-awaited radio station support again
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Android Auto Radio The latest APK findings of Android Auto hint at new radio categories being added in the backend.
Samsung tipped to have a late January timeline for the Galaxy S25 series in the US
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Launch delayed? Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 series on January 17 in the U.S. However, the successors are likely to arrive a week later next year.
Google wants to make smart homes even smarter with Gemini
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Gemini Home Automation The search giant previously announced that its Google Home would be getting smarter with AI, and the day is here.
One UI 7 first beta tipped to soon hit Galaxy devices in South Korea and the US
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
One Step Away The Galaxy S24 and S23 series are likely to be the first to get the first beta of One UI 7 in the rumored mid-November timeframe.
Instagram commits to user experience by removing the annoying 'rug pull' feature
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Good riddance Users have experienced an annoying reload of the feed whenever they open the Instagram app and are invested in a showcased video. This annoyance, however, has been removed now.
WhatsApp could get a Google Lens-like feature to search images
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Reverse Image Search WhatsApp might soon roll out a reverse image search feature powered by Google.
Pixel Weather app introduces immersive vibration feature
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Weather Vibrations Google recently rolled out the Pixel Weather app for older Pixel phones after announcing it for the Pixel 9 series. The app is now getting a nifty new feature.
Google Play Protect's new feature tipped to remove the worry about side-loading apps
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Secure Play Protect The Google Play Protect feature is essential on your Android phone as it blocks malicious apps. The new feature in testing might ease things a bit.
Some Galaxy S25 models might still opt for an Exynos chip instead of Snapdragon 8 Elite
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Exynos Again!? Samsung has launched the Galaxy S24 series with an Exynos chip in some regions other than the U.S., and that is likely to happen with the successor models, too.
Pixel 9 series users can expect notable bug fixes with the November security patch
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Early firmware Other Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel 8 models also get the latest firmware with general improvements.
Samsung Galaxy S24 and S23 start receiving November update
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Security Patch Amidst Samsung gearing up for the first One UI 7 beta release, the company is delivering prompt security patches.
Google could bring Quick Share to iPhones and Macs
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Quick Share Quick Share, formerly launched as Nearby Share, has been featured on Android devices and Windows platforms for some time.
WhatsApp's new customization feature makes managing your chats much easier
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
More new filters Following the previous introduction of the capability to add contacts privately and across multiple devices, WhatsApp makes a new announcement.
Gemini split-window expanding to more large-screen devices
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Gemini Split mode Over the past few months, Gemini has received numerous nifty upgrades, and the new one even makes it better for use on large-screen Android devices.
The OnePlus 13 is a massive upgrade thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite, huge battery, and more
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Early OnePlus phone OnePlus has upgraded the OnePlus 13 with several features, such as a new IP69 rating, a larger battery, and an updated design.
Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro with new Snapdragon 8 Elite go official in China
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
First Elite phone As always, Xiaomi has debuted its flagship phones in China with the Snapdragon SoC, and OnePlus is likely to follow.
New OnePlus 13 details confirm ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and other display specs
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Ultrasonic OnePlus 13 is all set to debut in China on October 31. Ahead of the launch, the company confirms interesting details.
Google is reportedly launching a new Gemini model in December
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Gemini 2.0 Incoming? It looks like Google is gearing up to compete with ChatGPT's next version.
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