Devender Gupta

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Devender Gupta

Devender Gupta is the Editor at The Indian Byte, overseeing editorial strategy and ensuring every story meets the highest standards of journalism.

Articles by Devender Gupta

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Airtel 5G Hotspot Restriction: What It Means for Users
TechnologyJul 21, 2026

Airtel quietly updated its terms to block unlimited 5G data sharing via mobile hotspot sparking confusion among subscribers. Here is what is happening and how it compares to Jio and Vi.

MakeMyTrip Files Confidentially for India IPO: What We Know
Startups & BusinessJul 21, 2026

Nasdaq-listed MakeMyTrip has filed confidential IPO papers with SEBI for its Indian subsidiary, 15 years after its US listing. The offer for sale structure could value the online travel giant at over USD 1 billion.

Armory Lands Rs 100 Crore Defence Order for AI-Powered Counter-Drone System Built in 14 Months
TechnologyJul 19, 2026

Gurugram-based defence-tech startup Armory wins Rs 100 crore MoD contract for its SURGE AI-powered counter-drone system, built in just 14 months.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8: Full Specs Leak Ahead of July 22 Unpacked
TechnologyJul 19, 2026

Galaxy Unpacked 2026 leaks reveal Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 with wider display, Z Fold 8 Ultra 200MP camera, and Z Flip 8 in pink. Launch July 22.

Cant Remember a YouTube Video? Heres How to Find It
TechnologyJul 18, 2026

Spent 20 minutes hunting for a YouTube video you watched yesterday? These proven methods using watch history, search filters, browser logs, and third-party tools will help you find any video in under a minute.

OpenAI first device leaks a screenless AI speaker designed to feel alive heres what we know
TechnologyJul 17, 2026

OpenAI is developing a portable screenless smart speaker with a camera, sensors, and mechanical moving parts, designed as a humanlike AI companion for the home.

I Fixed YouTube PiP Not Working With These Simple Steps
TechnologyJul 17, 2026

YouTube Picture-in-Picture stopped working on your phone or desktop? I tested every fix across Android, iPhone, and browsers so you can get PiP back in under 5 minutes.

AI startup Emergent turns unicorn with USD 130 million Series C funding
TechnologyJul 16, 2026

The agentic AI platform founded by brothers Mukund and Madhav Jha is now valued at USD 1.5 billion. It lets users build software using natural language and has seen 12 million apps created on its platform.

Someone built a live flight radar with an ESP32 and touchscreen, and you can too
TechnologyJul 16, 2026

A maker upgraded their ESP32 flight radar to a 7-inch touchscreen display with real-time aircraft tracking, WiFi configuration, and OpenSky API integration. Here is how it works and how you can build one.

PhysicsWallah acquires majority stake in Sarrthi IAS for Rs 72 crore, doubles down on UPSC prep
Startups & BusinessJul 16, 2026

The listed edtech company raised its stake in the UPSC coaching platform from 40 to 51 percent, gaining majority control. Sarrthi IAS reported Rs 77 crore revenue in FY26.

I Tried Every Fix for YouTube Keeps Pausing Heres What Worked
TechnologyJul 16, 2026

YouTube videos pausing randomly? I tested every fix across desktop, Android, and iOS. Here are the verified solutions that actually stop YouTube from auto-pausing.

I turned my smartphone into a boring phone, and it worked better
TechnologyJul 15, 2026

After two weeks of stripping my iPhone down to calls, texts, maps, and a camera, I discovered that the dumb phone trend is not about hardware. It is about removing the slot machine from your pocket.

I Tested the Best PS4 Emulators for PC and Here Are My Results
TechnologyJul 13, 2026

After Sony pulled back on PC ports of its exclusives, PS4 emulation has become the only way to play games like Bloodborne on a gaming rig. I tested every major PS4 emulator to find out which ones actually work in 2026.

I Use These Hidden HyperOS Settings to Turn My Phone Into a Productivity Machine
TechnologyJul 13, 2026

Xiaomi's HyperOS is packed with features most users never touch. After months of tweaking, here are the settings that transformed my Xiaomi phone from a distraction device into a genuine productivity tool.

iOS 27 Apple Mail brings AI Search Smart Replies and Siri features - how they work
TechnologyJul 13, 2026

Apple's Mail app gets its biggest upgrade in years with iOS 27, adding AI-powered search, Siri integration, smart replies, and contextual suggestions to your inbox.

I Stopped Plex From Buffering by Changing Just a Few Settings
Technology & GadgetsJul 13, 2026

Plex buffering was ruining my movie nights until I tweaked these six settings on my server and client devices. The fix took 10 minutes and cost nothing.

4 Simple Emby Tweaks I Always Make to Give It a More Premium Feel
Technology & GadgetsJul 11, 2026

Emby is a powerful media server but its default interface looks dated. These four tweaks transform it into something that feels as polished as Plex or Netflix without spending a dime.

4 Lesser-Known Nothing OS Features I Wish I Turned On Sooner
Technology & GadgetsJul 11, 2026

Nothing OS looks clean out of the box but some of its best features are buried in settings. These four tweaks make daily use noticeably better.

I tested OpenAI's GPT-5.6 for a week here is how it actually changes my workflow
Technology & GadgetsJul 10, 2026

OpenAI just dropped GPT-5.6 with Sol, Terra, and Luna models. After a week of using it for real work I found the one model that actually saves me time every day

I tried every major Linux distro for gaming in 2026 and this one ran my Steam library best
TechnologyJul 9, 2026

I spent a month testing Ubuntu, Fedora, Pop OS, Nobara, and Bazzite to find which Linux distro gives the best gaming performance in 2026.

I tested five Windows backup tools so you do not have to here is the one I trust
TechnologyJul 9, 2026

I spent a week testing Veeam, Macrium Reflect, Acronis, EaseUS Todo Backup, and Windows built-in backup to find which one actually protects your data.

I switched from Windows to Linux for my home server and cut my power bill in half
TechnologyJul 9, 2026

Moving my home server from Windows to Linux dropped my power consumption from 65W to 28W idle. Here is exactly what I changed and how much it saved.

I recovered data from a dead Windows laptop using a Linux live USB and it saved my work trip
TechnologyJul 9, 2026

When my Windows laptop refused to boot during a work trip, a Linux live USB stick got me back into my files within minutes.

I cleaned up my slow Windows 11 PC without reinstalling here is exactly what I did
TechnologyJul 9, 2026

My Windows 11 machine was painfully slow. Instead of wiping and reinstalling, I used these steps to bring it back to life without losing my data.

I switched my daily driver to Linux Mint after 10 years on Windows and here is what I learned
TechnologyJul 9, 2026

After a decade on Windows, I moved my daily workflow to Linux Mint. The experience surprised me in ways I did not expect.