Rituparna Sengupta

Google patent shows communicative drones for helping people during medical emergencies

Google is probably working on a communicative drone for helping people at the time of certain medical emergencies.

Optus partners with Uber for free in-car Wi-Fi service

Optus will run a six week in-car trial of 4G Wi-Fi service for select Uber vehicles in Sydney and Melbourne.

Best ways to take advantage of Telstra's free data day on April 3

As a gesture to apologise for the network's service disruption on March 17, Telstra CEO Andy Penn has announced the company will be providing free internet data to all its customers on Sunday, April 3.

WhatsApp for Android update adds quick reply from notification, multiple contact selection and more

The upcoming WhatsApp software update for Android users will come with support for quick replies from the notification panel.

A row of Galaxy S6 edge smartphones are seen on display at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event before the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona March 1, 2015.

Top 5 Android Smartphones 2016 to watch for: HTC One M10, Huawei P9, Samsung Galaxy Note 6, Moto X 2016, OnePlus 3

The coming months will witness the launch of five of the most anticipated Android-powered handsets.

A member of the audience takes a photograph using their Samsung smartphone of Scottish actor Ewan McGregor during a promotional launch in Sydney May 1, 2013.

Australian smartphone sales in 2015 fell by 1 Million - predicted to rise in 2016

With almost 50% of iPhone users yet to to upgrade to the iPhone 6 or 6S, a new study notes the difficulty in getting consumers to upgrade their smartphones.

Hack a Chromebook for $100,000 from Google

Google doubles top reward for hacking a Chromebook to $100,000.

A magnifying glass is held in front of a computer screen in this picture illustration taken in Berlin May 21, 2013.

CBA, NAB, ANZ, Westpac banking apps targeted by Android malware

The Android malware, known as Android/Spy.Agent.S, targets Australian banking apps and steals users account details.

Sony shares what’s new on Android 6.0 Marshmallow update with new video: Camera, messaging and security improvements

The Marshmallow video incorporates new features of Android 6.0 OS from Google along with Sony’s own improvements.

Facebook patent details software idea that detects internet slang

The software would enable Facebook to look for frequently used slang terms and group them into a “social glossary.”

Huawei aims to surpass Samsung and Apple in 5 years

5 years down the line, Huawei aims to be the top smartphone seller in the world.

People look at their mobiles in front of the 2016 Mobile World Congress edition banner in Barcelona March 5, 2015.

MWC 2016: Announcements to expect from Samsung, LG, Sony and Huawei

The world's largest mobile trade show kicks off on Feb. 22 in Barcelona, Spain.

Australian teleco Optus and Huawei attained 1.4Gbps in live 4.5G trial - five years away from a 5G Australia

Optus teamed up with Chinese tech giant Huawei for a live trial of 4.5G technology this week in Newcastle, which resulted in download speeds of 1.41Gbps and theoretical maximum speeds reaching 1.43Gbps.

A man talks on a phone in front of a giant advertisement promoting Samsung Electronics' new smartphone Galaxy S6 in central Seoul, South Korea, April 28, 2015.

Samsung will livestream Galaxy S7 launch event in 360 degrees for PCs, Smartphones and VR - here's how to watch it

Be a part of the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge launch event on Feb. 21 in Barcelona through 360 degree live streaming.

Apple iPhone 7 may introduce wireless charging from up to 15 feet

The Apple iPhone 7 may include a revolutionary wireless charging technology by Energous Corporation dubbed the WattUp.

Lumia 650 review: The Microsoft smartphone lacks the best feature of Windows 10 Mobile

Targeted at business users, the latest Lumia 650 does not feature Continuum, the best feature of Windows 10 Mobile.

A model introduces the Samsung Electronics' Galaxy Tab tablet computer to the media during its unveiling ceremony at the company's headquarters in Seoul November 4, 2010.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 spotted on GFXBench; Tablet may debut at MWC 2016

Samsung may announce the Galaxy Tab S3 lineup at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2016.

Apple iPad Air 3 vs iPad Air 2: A comparison of specs and features

Apple iPad Air 3 will be a significantly upgraded version of the iPad Air 2.

Honor 7 vs Honor 5X: A battle between two mid-range Huawei Honor siblings

The Huawei Honor 5X went on sale last week, while the Honor 7 Premium Edition will soon hit the European market. But which phone should you get?

Presidents Day Sale: Microsoft cuts $200 on Dell XPS 13; Get free game and $75 gift card with Xbox One

Microsoft is offering a US$200 discount on the Dell XPS 13 Signature Edition laptop, along with a free game and gift card on select purchases of Xbox One consoles.