Vishnu Sarangapurkar
Vishnu works as a freelance News Writer for Android Central. For the past four years, he's been writing about consumer technology, primarily involving smartphones, laptops, and every other gizmo connected to the Internet. When he is away from keyboard, you can see him going on a long drive or chilling on a couch binge-watching some crime series.
Latest articles by Vishnu Sarangapurkar
![Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) in Mint](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Wsz292gmpAdy25ceMPiqgU-320-80.jpg)
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, mid-range tablet for the US
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Cheaper Galaxy Tablet Samsung has refreshed its cheaper Android tablet this year, after launching it back in 2022.
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Pebblebee announces new trackers that support Google's Find My Device network
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Made for Google New item finders from Pebblebee are believed to help track everyday items "quickly and securely, even when they're offline."
![Leaked renders of the Pixel 8a.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nvF3cJYeeEGW93qF45oi6c-320-80.jpg)
The Pixel 8a may have just appeared in a Google Fi Wireless ad
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Pixel 8a spotted Google might be preparing for the Pixel 8a launch as some users glimpse the device in Google Fi ads.
![Galaxy Watch 4 on wrist](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RK67PmdfrQxXWJxqXhmeD4-320-80.jpg)
An affordable Galaxy Watch FE could be on the way, according to new leak
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Affordable Galaxy Watch Until now, very minimal details of the Galaxy Watch FE are known, and new information points to a potential release later this year.
![Galaxy Z Fold 6 renders](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kucofyCpAUaiBcfB7LgGbY-320-80.jpg)
Galaxy Z Fold 6 is tipped to weigh less and appear thinner than its predecessor
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Thinner Galaxy foldable After visiting the Galaxy Z Fold 6 renders a couple of months ago, new information suggests the expected screen dimensions and weight of the book-style foldable from Samsung.
![Motorola Edge 50 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rHBUZmjMQT4SL5jd7oxRpE-320-80.jpg)
Motorola brings new mid-range Edge 50 Pro 125W fast charge support
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Edge goes official Motorola unveils an interesting-looking mid-range phone that packs a 144Hz refresh rate display, IP68 rating, and is powered by Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
![Google Pixel Watch worn on a wrist](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2zEGV5H892cNBd744CrBTh-320-80.jpg)
Pixel Watch April 2024 update goes live with new features and bug fixes
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Rollout begins Google just dropped the April 2024 update for the original Pixel Watch owners bringing a new Vibration Watch feature that plays with device’s haptics.
![Lighted Glyphs on the back of the Nothing Phone (2)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/F7utDYfLZ9XYPhH5hbyT3A-320-80.jpg)
Latest Nothing OS 2.5.3 update to Phone 2 brings April 2024 security patch
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Nifty OS update Nothing has rolled out its latest firmware for the Phone 2, with notable new features and improvements.
![OnePlus 12 home page against colorful background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eTYvoXTAaPFaaDtW2nksDG-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus 12 receives new firmware with the March 2024 security patch
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
An incremental update OnePlus has announced the latest firmware release with new features and improvements for multiple regions.
![OnePlus Nord CE 4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bXiTCYENu4jwjw2twWHzA-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus Nord CE 4 is the new mid-range handset featuring 100W fast charging
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Hello Nord OnePlus has a new mid-range handset for the Indian market that borrows flagship parameters like the Marble Odyssey finish and Aqua Touch display.
![WhatsApp logo on an Android phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TvZiRZSruCSJMJF38W3JoS-320-80.jpg)
WhatsApp redesigns few features for better aesthetic and navigation
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Easier on the thumb WhatsApp is constantly making and testing changes to its app over the past few months; a new one now wants to make it more accessible.
![Motorola Edge 50 Ultra render](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/scHcPa5APSzZHX7Hc27apc-320-80.jpg)
New Motorola Edge 50 Ultra leak reveals an attractive flagship
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Ultra on the Edge Motorola is having an exciting launch in the early week of April as not one but three models are expected.
![WhatsApp logo on an Android phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TvZiRZSruCSJMJF38W3JoS-320-80.jpg)
WhatsApp for Android may soon get better video playback controls following iOS debut
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Tap to skip WhatsApp for iOS got a new update early this week, allowing users to control the platform's videos by double-tapping the screen.
![The camera island on the back of the Nothing Phone (2a) with the glyph lights illuminated](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4T9zkW2cPKeM34fPv2VaqM-320-80.jpg)
Nothing Phone 2a gets its third update already
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
More refinements Nothing released its first budget phone, the Phone 2a, on March 5, 2024. It looks like the company wants to make the experience smoother for its users.
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Shopping gets seamless as Google rolls out new tools
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Shop with AI Google is bringing many new tools to enhance the shopping experience, including options like AI-generated photorealist images for a search query.
![Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vrP4P5eoRLs5B2ykEY8BtE-320-80.jpg)
Samsung brings a refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 Lite with minor changes
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Refreshed Galaxy Tablet After two years, Samsung finally introduced a new iteration, the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite.
![Motorola Edge 50 Fusion](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/53T5ZidvFeqd4CMqYNSjQm-320-80.jpg)
Motorola Edge 50 Fusion renders leak ahead of anticipated April launch
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
New Moto Edge While we just heard about the Edge 50 Pro launch, a new leak reveals that a new Edge 50 Fusion is launching next to it.
![WhatsApp status update tray](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qvzV6VgJamh5Tip8oHJjPC-320-80.jpg)
WhatsApp could soon bring an Instagram-like Stories feature
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Longer Statuses WhatsApp has been testing several new features over the past few weeks. The latest Android beta brings a highly requested Status update feature.
![Motorola Edge 50 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rHBUZmjMQT4SL5jd7oxRpE-320-80.jpg)
Motorola Edge 50 Pro with Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 is launching early next month
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Premium Edge Phone Motorola is gearing up to launch its next mid-range phone in India on April 3. It packs a host of impressive specs for its segment.
![Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) in Mint](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2mUzX3xLKx96HmJkbLi3RU-320-80.jpg)
Samsung's next affordable tablet leaks in a fresh Mint color
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
New mid-range Galaxy tablet The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, introduced in 2020, got a successor in 2022, and it's due for the next iteration, which is likely to launch soon.
![OnePlus 12R review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8cuz3GmxjpJBbsD84fkgrS-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus 9 series and 8T get their last Android version updates
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
keeping up with things While the OnePlus 12 is in the limelight, the company continues to roll out the latest Android version to its older flagships.
![OnePlus Ace 3v](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dcrXkbDkrye46WZzW3q5c8-320-80.jpg)
OnePlus Ace 3V debuts with the latest Snapdragon 7 series chip and a bigger battery
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Upcoming Nord Phone After multiple leaks and renders, OnePlus has finally unwrapped its next mid-range Ace 3V in China, and it is already available for presale.
![WhatsApp logo on a phone screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3MLW4pP4msh72zT9ah2AGi-320-80.jpg)
WhatsApp on Android may soon let you transcribe voice notes
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
transcribe voice notes WhatsApp wants you to read voice notes if you find yourself in noisy environments and unable to hear them.
![Menu to add a payment card, transit pass, loyalty card, or gift card to Google Wallet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iSNZtYCjj8zGf6UCJZgbrC-320-80.jpeg)
Google Wallet rolls out support for Apple Wallet passes
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
new file format Google Wallet will soon make its users add digital passes in "pkpss" format, which Apple Wallet introduced for its digital passes.
![Leaked renders of the Pixel 8a.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4mrpgmzJRQvxGdGB9a4f9Z-320-80.jpg)
Google Pixel 8a spotted at the FCC listing ahead of Google IO 2024
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Certification time Google I/O 2024 is set for May 14, where we will see the search giant's software and AI prowess next to some hardware announcements, and Pixel 8a might be one of them.