The Windows 11 January 2026 security update continues to cause reported FPS drops of 15-20% or more, stuttering, and graphical issues in games, especially on NVIDIA GPUs.

NVIDIA has confirmed the link and recommends uninstalling the update as a workaround.

Microsoft has not officially acknowledged the gaming performance problem a month after release.

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Android 17 Beta 1 Update Is Now Live

Changes:
- Mandatory Adaptive Apps
- Professional Camera Tools
- Handoff API
- Customizable Search Bar
- Gemini Integration
- New Connectivity Profiles
- Lock-free MessageQueue
- Generational Garbage Collection
- VVC Support
- Background Audio Hardening
- UI tweaks

Key features
- Adaptive roadmap for better app behavior during rotation and window resizing on folding screens and desktop style windowed environment
- Pro-level camera and media tools for smoother transitions and better audio across apps
- Performance upgrades to reduce CPU load and improve battery life
- Smarter notification handling resulting in low memory usage
- Available for Pixel devices starting from Pixel 6 to Pixel 10 Pro Fold

Size - 800 to 830MB

Aadhaar cards may soon get a MAJOR redesign in India

UIDAI is reportedly planning a new Aadhaar format that will show only:
• Photo
• Secure QR Code

No visible personal details like address, DOB, or Aadhaar number on the front.

This means:
🔐 Better privacy protection
📱 Instant verification via QR scan
🛡️ Reduced misuse & data exposure

If implemented, this could be the biggest privacy-focused upgrade to Aadhaar since launch.

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Sony has patented a new asset streaming system that aims to reduce the size of PS5 and PS6 games to combat rising SSD prices, potentially shrinking initial downloads from 100GB+ to around 100MB.

High-detail assets would stream from Sony servers on demand while core game logic runs locally on the console, lowering SSD storage needs.

It remains only a patent and is not confirmed for release.

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WhatsApp for Android is testing a major UI change 👀

In the latest beta version 2.26.6.9, the Status section is being moved directly to the top of the Chats home screen — right under the search bar (Ask Meta AI or Search), instead of staying inside the Updates tab.

From the screenshot:

• Status bubbles appear at the top of homepage
• Updates tab may focus more on Channels
• Faster one-tap access to Status
• Higher visibility = more Status engagement

This is a major UX change in WhatsApp’s navigation strategy and could reduce reliance on the Updates tab entirely, If this rolls out, the Updates tab may become more Channel-focused..

Spotted in recent beta builds. Rollout expected gradually.

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Pin Tab option now available on Chrome for Android

• Google had announced Pin tab feature in December 2025
• It is now available for Android users
• This is a part of Google's efforts to give desktop like experience

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Motorola has silently increased the prices of Moto Edge 70 by ₹3000

Launching price: ₹28,999 (incl.offers)
New price: ₹31,999 (incl.offers)

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Samsung Internet v30 from One UI 9 FINALLY has an updated Chromium 143

(Up from 136)

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X launched a major anti-bot and anti-spam crackdown

"If a human is not tapping on the screen, the account and all associated accounts will likely be suspended—even if you’re just experimenting."

What it means:

• Detects non-human behavior (e.g., automated scripts, bots, extensions without real manual input like taps/touches/chaotic scrolling).
• Targets automation lacking genuine human interaction patterns.
• Suspensions hit the main account + linked ones.
• Even casual testing risks bans.

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HiOS 16 by TECNO is very under-rated.

They have attempted to emulate various user interface elements from different designs while adding their unique flair to it.

This Vision Art theme actually forces every app to adopt the theme.

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Android 17 Release Timeline:

1. Stable Android 17 - Expected around June 2026, likely announced at Google I/O 2026
2. Android 17 QPR1 - September 2026
3. Android 17 QPR2 - December 2026
4. Android 17 QPR3 - March 2027 (Final quarterly update before Android 18 Beta begins)


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