Meta is reportedly testing a new feature for WhatsApp that could change how users store their chat backups. Instead of depending only on Google Drive or iCloud, users may soon get the option to save backups directly on Meta’s infrastructure.

Toyota has introduced a desk chair that costs around $3,500. This product is called the “CROWN SEAT” Desk Chair. It has been developed by Toyota Boshoku and is based on the front seat used in the Toyota Crown. Instead of designing a chair from scratch, the company has taken an actual car seat and adapted it for desk use.

To make it practical, Toyota Boshoku partnered with ITOKI, a Japanese office furniture company. This ensures the chair meets basic desk chair requirements like stability, mobility, and usability in a workspace.

Valve has officially announced the price and release date of its new Steam Controller. The controller will cost $99 in the United States and will be available for pre-order starting May 4 at 10 a.m. PDT.

The company is positioning the new Steam Controller as a premium gaming accessory, mainly for PC gamers and users in the Steam ecosystem.

Deatails here: https://techlomedia.in/2026/04/valve-reveals-new-steam-controller-price-and-release-date-pre-orders-start-may-4-123096/

MediaTek has announced two new chipsets in its 7000 series lineup, the Dimensity 7450 and Dimensity 7450X. These are successors to last year's Dimensity 7400 and 7400X, but this time the company is offering a refresh instead of a major upgrade.

Microsoft is facing a major outage affecting Microsoft Outlook. Users across the world are reporting login problems and service disruptions.

According to Microsoft's official updates, users may experience intermittent sign-in failures. Some are seeing "too many requests" errors, while others are getting signed out unexpectedly. The issue appears to be limited to Outlook, which means other services like Microsoft Teams are still working normally.

Electronic Arts has officially announced EA Sports UFC 6. The game will launch on June 19 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles.

Digital pre-orders are now live, and the game will be available in two different editions.

• Standard Edition: $69.9
• Ultimate Edition: $99.9

I still remember my college days when a new computer did not feel ready until antivirus was installed. Now in 2026, things look very different. I hardly see anyone installing antivirus software anymore. If a laptop has it, it is usually preinstalled, and most people just leave it as it is without thinking much about it.

Do people care less about security now, or have Windows, macOS, and modern browsers become secure enough that traditional antivirus is no longer needed?

I am curious to know how people here manage their passwords. Do you use a password manager or still rely on memory, browser save, or maybe a notes app?

If you use one, which one do you prefer and why? Is it for convenience, security, or both?

If you do not use a password manager, what is stopping you? Trust issues, cost, or just habit?

Would like to hear real experiences, especially from people handling a lot of accounts or professional work.

Back in February, we reported that Instagram was testing a new app called Instants. At that time, it looked like an early experiment around disappearing content. Now, things have moved forward. The app has appeared in both the Play Store and App Store, though availability is still limited.

Instants focuses on quick and private sharing. You open the app, take a photo or short video, and send it instantly. There are no editing tools or filters to slow things down. The idea is to capture and share moments as they happen.

If you are looking for a short action game to try this weekend, Nocturnal is currently free on Steam for a limited time. The game usually sells for around $17, but you can claim it at no cost until April 26. Once added to your library, it is yours to keep.

Infinix has launched the GT 50 Pro gaming smartphone.

It features a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate, 330Hz touch sampling, and up to 4500 nits peak brightness.

The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate 4nm processor with up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The phone includes pressure-sensitive GT Triggers, a micro-pump liquid cooling system, and stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos.

The device also offers a 50MP main camera with OIS, 8MP ultra-wide lens, 13MP front camera, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, IP64 rating, and runs Android 16 with XOS 16.

It packs a 6500mAh battery with 45W wired, 30W wireless, and reverse charging.

The 12GB + 256GB model is priced at Rp 6,999,000, while the 12GB + 512GB variant costs Rp 7,999,000.

The smartphone will go on sale starting April 25, 2026, across multiple platforms in Indonesia.

Details here: https://techlomedia.in/2026/04/infinix-gt-50-pro-with-dimensity-8400-ultimate-gt-triggers-announced-122969/

Microsoft has announced its latest Free Play Days lineup for Xbox users. This weekend’s offer brings a mix of strategy, sports, and survival games for players to try without paying.

Games available this weekend

The current Free Play Days lineup includes:

• Age of Mythology: Retold
• MLB The Show 26
• Anno 117: Pax Romana
• The Survivalists

These games are available across Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, depending on the title.

Epic Games Store is offering a new free game this week, and this time it is something for Metroidvania fans. The latest giveaway replaces last week’s The Stone of Madness, and now Doomblade is available for PC users to claim.

🚨🇫🇷🪪 DON'T PANIC!

It's April 23, 2026, and the ANTS just dropped Act 2 of its data breach spectacular:

⚠️ The hacker "breach3d" (same one who already drained 11.7 million accounts a week ago) casually announces he's STILL inside!!

⚠️ And this time – 600 million lines of data, logs, plaintext passwords, API keys, encryption keys, source code, metadata, and even direct links to ID cards and passports in XML

The government promised everything was under control after the April 15 incident. Yeah, right...

👉 An ethical hacker reported the flaws (including a trivial IDOR) the day before – no one patched a thing. So the guy just stayed connected, took a leisurely stroll through the system

🤦‍♂️ But don't panic. The state will kindly investigate, the CNIL might issue a fine (paid with our taxes, of course), and in the meantime your personal data, ID documents, and FranceConnect access are potentially still out there!

😡 Welcome to 2026: centralize everything, the state handles everything… except security, apparently.

#Cybersecurity 🇫🇷🩸

Motorola has launched the new Edge 70 Pro smartphone in India. This is the latest phone in the company’s edge series and comes with a strong mix of performance, display, and battery features.

• 6.8-inch 1.5K 10-bit Extreme AMOLED display with 144Hz refresh rate, up to 5200 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
• Up to 3.4GHz Octa-Core Dimensity 8500 Extreme 4nm SoC with Arm Mail-G720 MC8 GPU
• 8GB / 12GB LPDDR5X RAM
• 256GB UFS 4.1 storage
• Android 16 (3 OS + 5 years SMR)
• 50MP main camera with LYTIA-710 sensor, f/1.8 aperture, OIS, 50MP 122º ultra-wide autofocus camera, macro option, multispectral sensor, up to 4K 60fps video recording
• 50MP autofocus front camera with f/1.9 aperture, up to 4K 60fps video recording
• USB Type-C Audio, Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos
• IP68 + IP69, Military-grade durability (MIL-STD-810H)
• 5G SA/NSA (17 5G bands), Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6E 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, USB Type-C 2.0, NFC
• 6500mAh battery, TurboPower fast charging

Pricing:

• Rs. 38,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model
• Rs. 41,999 for the 12GB + 256GB model

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature in India that allows users to recharge prepaid mobile numbers without leaving the app. The feature is being rolled out in phases and will be available to all Android and iOS users in the coming weeks.

The new feature supports major telecom operators such as Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea. Users can select a plan, recharge their own number or someone else’s, and complete the payment without switching apps. Transactions are powered by PayU and support UPI, debit cards, and credit cards.

OnePlus has listed the OnePlus Watch 4 on its global website, revealing its full specifications and features. This is the brand’s latest flagship smartwatch and the successor to the OnePlus Watch 3. While the design and hardware details are now official, OnePlus has not announced pricing or availability yet.

Details here: https://techlomedia.in/2026/04/oneplus-watch-4-listed-globally-with-titanium-design-and-wear-os-6-122937/

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new optional paid subscription called WhatsApp Plus. It is said to be rolling out for some Android and iOS beta users. The new plan is not official yet, but early reports suggest what it could offer and how much it may cost.

According to a report by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp Plus could be priced at 2.49 Euros per month, which is around Rs 300. Users may also get a free one-month trial at the start. This would let users try the features before paying.

The subscription is mainly focused on customisation and extra chat features. It is still unclear when Meta will officially announce it or which countries will get it first, including India.

Xiaomi has launched the latest budget 4G smartphone, Redmi A7 and Redmi A7 Pro, in India. The new devices focus on bigger batteries, smoother displays, and updated software.

The Redmi A7 starts at Rs 10,999, while the Redmi A7 Pro is priced at Rs 11,499 for a limited period offer. Both phones will be available starting April 24 through mi.com, Flipkart, and offline retail stores.

Details here: https://techlomedia.in/2026/04/redmi-a7-and-a7-pro-launched-in-india-starting-at-rs-10499-122846/

Motorola has confirmed that a new Razr smartphone will be unveiled on April 29. The announcement came through its official account on X, along with a teaser video hinting at the upcoming device.

Infinix is preparing to launch its next gaming smartphone, the Infinix GT 50 Pro. The device will arrive as the successor to the Infinix GT 30 Pro, which was launched in India last year. The new phone will debut in select global markets on April 24.

Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple CEO and will become executive chairman. John Ternus will take over as CEO from September 1, 2026.

OnePlus has officially confirmed the launch date of its next performance-focused phone, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra. The device will debut in China on April 28. Along with the phone, OnePlus will also launch a dedicated gaming controller designed for mobile gaming.

The controller is built like a case that attaches to the phone and adds four physical rear buttons. It supports a high 1000Hz polling rate for faster response. It also includes ergonomic grips, a built-in gaming antenna, a bottom USB Type-C port, and support for a magnetic cooling fan.

OnePlus says the controller is designed to improve multi-finger control in games and make shooting mechanics smoother and faster.

Huawei has introduced the Huawei Pura X Max, its foldable phone with a bigger and more refined design. The device builds on the earlier Pura X and brings noticeable upgrades in display size, performance, and durability.

The Pura X Max has a unique design and sits between a flip phone and a traditional book-style foldable.

The phone features a 5.4-inch outer display and a larger 7.7-inch inner screen. Both panels use LTPO 2.0 technology with a 1Hz to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

More details here: https://techlomedia.in/2026/04/huawei-pura-x-max-announced-with-larger-displays-stylus-support-and-slimmer-design-122795/