Written by Mohit Singhania | Updated June 24, 2025
Some days, it feels like the tech world is running ahead — and we’re just trying to keep up.
You wake up, and there’s a new Android version. iOS is on another beta. CEOs are dropping memos that sound more like warnings. AI tools keep popping up — some feel useful, others just add to the noise.
And somewhere in between, you’re still wondering — is any of this actually making life better?
This isn’t a “top 10 updates you missed” kind of post. This is just one person trying to make sense of it all — with some chai, some doubt, and a need to stay informed.
Here’s what really happened in tech today.
Android 16 Is Here – But Maybe Not for You
Google released Android 16 yesterday, and like every new Android update, it sounds promising — smoother UI, better security, new privacy stuff, even smarter AI integration. But here’s the truth: most of us won’t get it right away. And some of us never will.
Pixel phones get it first, of course. Then maybe some of the newer Samsung, OnePlus, and Nothing devices. But if you’re using anything even slightly older, your phone’s already off the invite list.
It’s that familiar feeling again — like tech is always moving, but not necessarily with us.
If you want the complete lowdown — who’s getting it, who’s not, and what’s actually new — I’ve broken it all down in one place:
Here’s the full masala report on TechMasala
Amazon CEO’s AI Memo – No Threats, Just Pressure
Andy Jassy, Amazon’s CEO, sent out a company-wide memo — and it didn’t sound angry, but it hit hard. He basically said: AI is the future, and if you don’t adapt, you’ll be left behind.
It wasn’t said with fire. It was said with silence. The kind of silence that creeps into workplaces when change is coming — and not everyone’s ready for it.
This memo may be about Amazon, but the pressure it carries is felt across tech — especially here in India. The kind of pressure that makes you question if you’re skilled enough, fast enough, or just… enough.
I broke it down in plain words, without the corporate sugarcoat —
Here’s the full desi take on what that memo really means
MIT Brain Study – When Convenience Starts to Cost You
MIT scientists did something bold. They scanned people’s brains while they used ChatGPT… and found that critical thinking dropped. Like, literally. The areas of the brain responsible for memory and analysis were less active.
That’s not a small thing. That’s a real, physical change in how we think — or don’t.
I use ChatGPT too. It helps. But this study hit close. Maybe we’re trading too much thinking for convenience. Maybe the price of speed is something deeper — something we don’t feel until later.
I took a closer look at what the research actually says, and what it means for how we use AI every day —
Here’s the full reflection and breakdown on TechMasala
Perplexity Launches Video on X – Is This the New Format?
Perplexity quietly launched an AI video generator on X. You send it a prompt, it replies with a short video — audio, visuals, all packed in 8 seconds. No app, no editing — it just works.
It’s not flashy. It’s not viral. But it’s strange how normal it feels. AI making media on the fly. Today it’s explainer videos. Tomorrow? Who knows.
Sometimes the biggest shifts don’t come with fireworks. They come silently, in features you barely notice — until they’re everywhere.
Read the LiveMint article on how it works
iOS 26 Beta 2 – Cleaning Up the First Mess
Apple released Beta 2 of iOS 26, and let’s be honest — Beta 1 was a visual mess. Icons were hard to see, blur effects were too thin, and it felt like they were testing on us in real-time.
Beta 2 fixes most of that. The UI’s clearer. The blur is now bearable. They’ve added package tracking in Wallet, a Live Radio widget for Music, and fixed tab issues in Safari.
It’s still a beta. Still buggy. But at least it feels less like Apple is experimenting blind.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked – What’s Really Coming
July 9. That’s the date. Samsung’s next big event. Foldables, smart rings, AI wearables. The Galaxy Z Fold 7. The Galaxy Ring. The Watch7. Buds 3.
Leaks are everywhere. The chip (Exynos 2500) is already announced. It feels like Samsung is doing a soft reveal before the actual one — like even they’re tired of surprises.
It’s exciting, sure. But maybe also exhausting? Every month feels like another launch, another spec sheet, another thing we don’t need — but still kinda want.
Full leak summary on India Today
Vivo X200 FE – All Style, Some Substance
Vivo launched the X200 FE. Looks good. Slim bezels. Clean display. Premium finish. But the internals? Mid-range.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, decent camera, long battery life — the usual. It’s a phone that looks rich, but performs safely. It won’t disappoint. But it won’t wow either.
Sometimes, that’s okay. Not every phone needs to be a revolution. Some just need to get through the day without overheating or hanging. This one might do that.
Specs and first impressions on Gadgets360
Chromebook Plus Gets AI Tools – But Who’s It Really For?
Google is adding Gemini AI features to Chromebook Plus models — auto-summarizing documents, editing photos magically, even helping draft essays.
It’s smart. It’s useful. But here’s the question — are students in India really buying Chromebooks? Or is this update only for that niche few in schools that already have them?
Maybe this is the start of something. Maybe it’s too late. But one thing’s clear — Google’s all in on AI. Whether we are or not.
Final Words
No, this wasn’t your usual roundup.
Because tech isn’t just about what launched. It’s about what changed.
And if you’re feeling even a little overwhelmed by it all — trust me, you’re not alone. I’m right there with you. Watching it unfold. Trying to understand. Trying to keep up.
Thanks for reading.
— Mohit
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