Varun Mirchandani
News Writer
Author/Co-Author of 228 articles
Varun is an experienced technology journalist and editor with over eight years in consumer tech media. His work spans detailed reviews, features, and benchmark reports across laptops, PC components, gaming peripherals, and smart home devices. From the CPU to the GPU to the cabinet and the mouse in your hand, Varun has extensive knowledge of everything that goes into making the PC the Master Race. Though full disclosure, he still owns a PlayStation 5 to enjoy day-one exclusives (and hold out hope for GTA 6).
Over the years, he has also written extensively about smartphones, wearables, and networking technologies, offering readers clear, data-driven insights grounded in hands-on testing. When not analysing hardware performance charts, Varun enjoys fragging enemies in Valorant and scoring goals for fun in EA FC with Real Madrid.
Google expands Search Live globally with voice and camera AI
Google has expanded Search Live globally, bringing AI-powered voice and camera search to over 200 countries and multiple languages.
Ads in Apple Maps are now official, and they’re coming this summer
Apple has confirmed ads are coming to Apple Maps this summer in the US and Canada, with sponsored results appearing in search.
Samsung unveils new 2026 TVs with Mini LED upgrades and smarter AI
Samsung has launched its 2026 TV lineup with new Neo QLED and Mini LED models, focusing on AI-powered picture enhancements and broader pricing options.
Spotify wants you to explore music like never before with SongDNA
Spotify has launched SongDNA in beta, a feature that maps connections between songs, artists, and samples for deeper music discovery.
The future of Windows could include fewer ads and distracting upsells
Microsoft may finally be addressing one of the most frustrating parts of Windows 11: the constant ads and upsells. According to Scott Hanselman, one of the engineering minds leading the charge for the new Windows fixes, the company is now working toward making Windows 11 a more “calmer and more chill OS with fewer upsells”, […]
Apple is reportedly sitting on new products because Siri AI isn’t ready
Apple may be delaying new HomePod and Apple TV launches due to unfinished Siri AI features, even as current inventory runs low.
Apple’s plans to enhance the iPhone camera are tangled in a legal mess
Apple’s plans to improve iPhone 18 Pro camera software with Halide-like features are now caught up in a lawsuit involving the app’s co-founders.
You can turn the Galaxy S26 into a webcam, and it’s actually useful
The Galaxy S26 supports a native USB webcam mode, letting users connect their phone to a PC and use its camera without third-party apps.
Reddit wants to check if you’re using the iPhone’s Face ID camera
Reddit is exploring Face ID-style verification methods to combat bots, raising questions about privacy and user identity on the platform.
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy foldables could get a charging speed boost
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Wide Fold may support 45W charging, while the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to remain at 25W.
iPhone 18 Pro could level up its camera game with Halide-inspired features
Apple reportedly explored acquiring Halide to enhance iPhone 18 Pro camera software, hinting at pro-level features coming to its native camera app.
Notion’s AI Meeting Notes can now run in the background
Notion’s AI Meeting Notes now run in the background, letting users switch apps or lock screens while transcription continues uninterrupted.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shows Galaxy Z Flip and a superhero budget problem
The Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shows Peter Parker using a Galaxy Z Flip, raising questions about his “broke” persona.
Quantum battery promises instantaneous refill and remote charging for your gadgets
Scientists have developed a quantum battery prototype that can charge almost instantly and may enable wireless, long-distance charging in the future.
BMW reveals next-gen i3 with bold design and cutting-edge EV tech
BMW has unveiled the new i3, a Neue Klasse electric sedan with next-gen design, improved range, and advanced EV technology.
The hot AI video generator that got everyone talking may now take a while to arrive
ByteDance has reportedly delayed the launch of its viral Seedance 2.0 AI video generator following copyright disputes with Hollywood studios.
