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WhatsApp’s web app has always felt a little incomplete. You could send messages, share files, and keep up with group chats, but if you wanted to actually call someone? You had to either grab your phone or download the desktop app. That’s finally changing. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp Web calls are now rolling out, starting with beta users who can place voice and video calls directly from their browser. The feature works pretty much how you’d expect. Open up a one-on-one chat and you’ll see voice and video call buttons at the top. Click one and you’re in. It also…

The new silicon will power upcoming Cisco Nexus 9000 (N9000) and Cisco 8000 systems, purpose-built for the extreme performance, density, and efficiency demands of AI training and inference workloads. Cisco  has announced a major step in its strategy to turn the network into an AI innovation platform with the launch of the Silicon One G300, a 102.4 terabits-per-second (Tbps) switching chip designed for massive AI cluster deployments. The new silicon will power upcoming Cisco Nexus 9000 (N9000) and Cisco 8000 systems, purpose-built for the extreme performance, density, and efficiency demands of AI training and inference workloads. The G300 introduces Intelligent…

In an official blog post, OpenAI announced that it has begun testing ads in ChatGPT for free and Go users in the US. The ads will be shown only to logged-in adult users, while users under the age of 18 will not see them. ChatGPT users with Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, and Education subscriptions will not see any ads. OpenAI also confirmed that the ads will not influence the answers in a chat. Free ChatGPT users can also choose to disable ads, but doing so will come with a reduced free message limit. Ads shown in a chat will also…

OpenAI turns to ads to keep the Free and Go tiers alive. Here is what you need to know. Source link

The renewed partnership reflects a shared commitment to leverage institutional synergies to advance Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda, building a more inclusive, secure, and competitive digital economy. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)  has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening inter-agency collaboration to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation. At a strategic meeting, Dr. Dimie Shively Warowie, PhD, Director of Corporate Planning and Strategy, representing NITDA’s Director-General Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, engaged with the Director of the Telecommunication Development Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)  to explore areas of mutual cooperation. Discussions centered on delivering universal, meaningful, and affordable connectivity for all Nigerians…

Oppo has unveiled a new K-series smartphone in India. The Oppo K14x has gone official with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and a 6.75-inch display. It succeeds the K13x from last year, which was also equipped with the Dimensity 6300 SoC. The Oppo K14x sports an LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and an HD+ resolution, along with a peak brightness of up to 1,125 nits. Under the hood, it is powered by the Dimensity 6300 SoC, the same chipset used on its predecessor. The chipset is paired with up to 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS…

Meta seems to be preparing a number of improvements to its AI agent. Source link

The discussions focused on opportunities to implement strategic projects that could strengthen public policies and ensure precise execution. The Minister of the Digital Economy of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Augustin Kibassa Maliba, met on February 5, 2026, with investors from the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, and India to explore potential collaborations in the country’s digital and infrastructure sectors. Representatives of Dirasset International, a Tunisian company, along with the Bayayi Group, which operates in distribution, agriculture, logistics, and insurance, presented their expertise in urban planning and territorial development to the minister. The discussions focused on opportunities to implement strategic…

Image Credits: DragonTouch When I look at most “smart family” devices, I’m usually trying to figure out what problem they’re actually solving. The Dragon Touch Digital Calendar is refreshingly clear about its purpose. It’s designed to be a shared visual hub for family life—one screen that keeps schedules visible, routines consistent, and daily logistics easier to manage without adding more noise.This isn’t a product that asks you to change how your family works. Instead, it adapts to existing habits: checking the calendar, planning meals, tracking chores, and displaying photos that make a space feel personal. After reviewing its feature…

Samsung has just released the fourth beta build of the upcoming One UI 8.5. This version of the company’s Android skin will make its debut with the Galaxy S26 series, which is most likely getting unveiled on February 25. The fourth beta was rumored to land in mid-January, but if that was ever the plan, then it was obviously delayed for a few weeks. Still, it’s out now for the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra in Samsung’s home country of Korea. One UI 8.5 Beta 4 The update is 1.5GB in size and the new firmware…