Ever wondered why keyboards don’t follow the simple ABCD order? The answer goes back to the history of typewriters. The QWERTY layout was designed to arrange commonly used letters in a way that helped reduce mechanical jams in early typewriters. Over time, the layout became widely adopted and eventually became the standard we use today. So, the keyboard isn’t randomly arranged — it’s a design that survived from the typewriter era.

Lost your phone? Don’t wait to secure your #UPI accounts. 🔒 First, block your SIM by contacting your mobile operator. Then contact your bank and UPI app provider to temporarily disable UPI services linked to the lost number or device. Also report the loss and secure your banking accounts. Once your number is restored on a new SIM, you can reactivate UPI services.

Forgot your #WiFi password? You can find it directly on your phone if the device is already connected to the network. On Android, go to Settings → Network & internet/Wi-Fi → your connected network → Share. Authenticate with your PIN, fingerprint or face unlock to view the password or share it through a QR code. On iPhone, go to Settings → Wi-Fi → tap the connected network → Password, then authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID or your passcode.

Planning to buy the iPhone 17 during Flipkart’s Big Billion Days? 📱 It could be available at an effective price of ₹79,999 with eligible bank discounts and exchange benefits. #iPhone17 #FlipkartBBD #iPhone

Tired of unwanted #WhatsApp calls from unknown numbers? You can silence them without blocking every unknown contact. Go to WhatsApp → Settings → Privacy → Calls and turn on Silence Unknown Callers. Calls from unknown numbers won’t ring your phone, but they’ll still appear in your call list.

The #SamsungGalaxyS25 is set to get a major price cut during Flipkart’s #BigBillionDaysSale 12GB + 128GB: ₹62,999 → ₹52,999* 12GB + 256GB: ₹69,999 → ₹59,999* Additional discounts include a ₹5,000 coupon, ₹4,000 off with Flipkart Axis/Flipkart SBI credit cards, and an extra ₹1,000 discount for pass buyers.

Google is changing #Gemini model access from October 9, with different limits depending on your plan. - Free: Access to Flash-Lite only - #AI Plus: Loses access to Pro models and gets Flash models - AI Pro & Ultra: Continue to get access to Pro models The changes mean access to Gemini’s more capable models will increasingly depend on your subscription tier. #Google

Want more privacy from targeted ads? You can turn off ad tracking on your phone in a few steps. On #iPhone - go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking and turn off Allow Apps to Request to Track. You can also manage tracking permissions for individual apps. On #Android - you can reset or delete your Advertising ID through your privacy settings. The exact steps may vary by device.

Running out of storage because of WhatsApp? You can quickly find the largest files taking up space and remove the ones you no longer need. Go to #WhatsApp → Settings → Storage and Data → Manage Storage. From there, check files larger than 5MB and media that has been forwarded multiple times. Review and delete unnecessary videos, photos and documents to free up storage.

Apple’s first foldable iPhone, reportedly called #iPhoneDuo is expected to be available on October 23, with pre-orders starting October 16. A new report claims #Apple is facing production challenges that could lead to limited initial inventory. However, Apple has not confirmed any production shortage, so the claim remains unverified.

Amazon has launched three new Kindles, bringing thinner and lighter designs, new colours, flush displays and longer battery life. The new 12th-gen Kindle gets a 6-inch display, up to 6 weeks of battery life and 30% faster book opening. The new Paperwhite offers up to 12 weeks of battery life, while the Kindle Colorsoft 2nd Gen gets a slimmer design and new colour options. Prices start at $150 for the new Kindle. #Amazon #kindle

Looking for a new smartphone under ₹20,000? Here are 5 options with capable processors, high-refresh-rate displays and big batteries worth checking out. #Smartphones #BestPhones #Under20000

Airbnb is bringing AI-powered search to its app, allowing users to describe what they want in more natural language instead of relying only on traditional filters. The company is also adding social features and expanding into services such as meal delivery, laundry and equipment rentals in select markets. The update is part of Airbnb’s broader push to make AI a central part of how users discover and plan stays. #Airbnb

Want to keep a specific #WhatsApp conversation private? You can lock individual chats using WhatsApp’s Chat Lock feature. How to lock a chat: 1. Long-press the chat you want to lock. 2. Select Lock chat. 3. Confirm using your fingerprint, PIN or Face ID. 4. The chat will move to a separate Locked chats folder. Locked chats are protected by your device authentication, and their notifications hide the message content.

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new Restricted Chat feature that could give users more control over sensitive conversations. The feature may prevent media from being automatically saved to the gallery, block chat exports and #MetaAI features, and keep the conversation limited to the primary device instead of linked devices. It is reportedly being tested with select WhatsApp beta users on Android. #WhatsApp has not confirmed when it will roll out to all users.

OpenAI has fired three researchers following an internal investigation into the handling of sensitive company information, the company confirmed. The Wall Street Journal reported that the researchers allegedly shared confidential information with an external AI safety evaluation organisation. OpenAI has not publicly confirmed the researchers’ names or disclosed what information was involved. The WSJ identified them as Jasmine Wang, Tomek Korbak and Mikita Balesni. #OpenAI #AI #ChatGPT

Want to check if your Google Account is signed in on another device? Go to Google Account → Security → Your devices → Manage all devices. Here, you can see devices where your account is currently or recently signed in. If you spot an unfamiliar device, review its details and sign it out. Also consider changing your password if you suspect unauthorised access. #Google

Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal’s brain-monitoring wearable Temple is getting closer to its launch. The device will be available in six launch colours — True Gold, Rose Gold, Dark Mirror, Real Jade, Deep Blue and Purple Funk. Pre-orders could open as early as next week, with early-access waitlist members getting priority. The final price and complete specifications are yet to be revealed. #Zomato #DeepinderGoyal #Temple

Shopping for clothes online could get easier with ChatGPT. 🛍️ OpenAI has introduced a virtual try-on feature that lets users upload a selfie or full-body photo and see how eligible clothes and accessories may look on them before buying. You can also upload a screenshot of a product and ask ChatGPT to try it on you. Alongside this, ChatGPT is getting Favorites, allowing users to save products they discover and revisit them later. #ChatGPT #OpenAI #AI

Think someone else is using your Wi-Fi? You can remove unknown devices by logging into your router’s admin page/app, opening the Connected Devices / Device List section and blocking or removing devices you don’t recognise. If you find an unfamiliar device, it’s also a good idea to change your Wi-Fi password and use WPA2 or WPA3 security. After changing the password, reconnect only your own devices. #Wifi #wificonnection