TECHNOLOGY
iQOO Z9x set to launch in India on May 16: Expected specifications, features, and more
The iQOO Z9x is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset and will be unveiled later this month
TECHNOLOGY
Google dials up on AI to deal with cyberattacks, introduces Threat Intelligence
The new Google Threat Intelligence provides faster protection against cyber threats by combining Mandiant, VirusTotal, and Gemini with GenAI-powered capabilities.
TECHNOLOGY
This is the highest-selling smartphone of 2024, claims report
According to the latest Counterpoint Research report, seven out of the 10 best-selling smartphones in the world are iPhones.
TECHNOLOGY
Apple’s first foldable iPad with a 20.3-inch screen may come in 2025, foldable iPhone in 2026
Apple's mass production of foldable devices with new MacBooks, iPads, and iPhones is expected to begin by the end of next year.
TECHNOLOGY
WhatsApp testing a new feature that makes it easy to react to images and videos
The popular messaging platform is set to include a new quick reaction toggle to react with six different emojis while watching media on the app.
TECHNOLOGY
Spotify set to launch Hi-Fi feature soon: What to expect
Spotify Hi-Fi, the lossless audio streaming service was first announced in 2021, and according to the latest leaks could be in its final stages of launch.
TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft introduces Passkey support for all consumer accounts
Microsoft has announced Passkey support for all consumer accounts, which means users can use the PIN, Face lock, and other options instead of passwords.
TECHNOLOGY
Tesla cancelled 21-year-old's 'dream' internship three weeks before she was set to join
Elon Musk’s Tesla started its layoffs in January 2024 and now is revoking summer internship offers for many college students.
TECHNOLOGY
Google makes it easier for users to separate real government apps from fake ones
Google has introduced the “Government Apps” badge so that users can identify legitimate government apps and avoid installing fake ones.
TECHNOLOGY
Amazon-backed Anthropic launches Claude AI on iPhone to take on ChatGPT
Anthropic has launched the Claude AI iOS app, a chatbot similar to ChatGPT, that can also analyse images. The app is availale to download from App Store.
TECHNOLOGY
iOS 18 may bring better integration between the Calendar and Reminder apps
With the upcoming iOS 18 update, Apple may provide feature integration between the Calendar and Reminder apps.
TECHNOLOGY
Google will hide faces of those you don't want to see in Photos app
This new “Show less” feature will hide unwanted faces in the Memories section, without completely blocking them in group photos.
TECHNOLOGY
Bill Gates remains a crucial figure behind-the-scenes at Microsoft, claims report
A new report suggests that Bill Gates is still one of the key figures in Microsoft’s key affairs even after exiting the company in 2020.
TECHNOLOGY
Google blocked more than 2 million apps from the Play Store: Key details
Google took significant measures in 2023 to prevent policy-violating apps on the Google Play Store and has now focused on app transparency and privacy practices.
TECHNOLOGY
ChatGPT-4 outperforms psychologists in emotional, social intelligence tests, claims study
A recent study of Frontiers in Psychology found that ChatGPT-4 outperformed human psychologists in understanding and responding to human emotions.
TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft rolls out offline mode in OneDrive: How it works and other details
Microsoft’s One Drive finally gets a new offline mode for the web version, similar to Google Drive and iCloud.
TECHNOLOGY
Google set to roll out audio emojis for Android phones
The audio emoji feature s currently available in the latest beta update. Once it’s enabled, just call someone and users should see a shortcut appear for Audio Emoji on the call screen.
BUSINESS
Google removes many 3D animals, other models from Search: All the details
3D animals and other AR models were first introduced in Google Search in 2019, but most of these models have been removed
TECHNOLOGY
Watch: Boston Dynamics made this dog-like robot break into a few dance moves
Boston Dynamics shared a video of its dog-like robot named Spot dancing in a dog costume opposite another robot dog
TECHNOLOGY
Meta ‘promises’ to pay creators for viral posts on Threads: Key details
Meta has launched an invite-only bonus program for Threads that rewards creators for viral posts. As of now, the program is limited to the US.
TECHNOLOGY
This 'fake' Google Chrome update may target bank accounts on Android phones
A new Trojan malware named Brokewell collects a phone’s data and can also spy on banking apps as well. Google says that
TECHNOLOGY
HMD to launch its first self-branded smartphone in India soon: All the details
HMD Global, which previously held the license to market and sell Nokia smartphones, is expected to launch its first smartphone in India soon, under its branding.
TECHNOLOGY
Google Play Store now allows you to download two apps simultaneously
Previously, Google Play Store only allowed one download at a time, with other download requests put on hold. The feature is now available for all Android users
TECHNOLOGY
Apple may give a complete makeover to Photos, Mail, other apps with iOS 18
iOS 18 will make its debut at the WWDC 2024 event in June, and we can see a revamp of several iOS system apps.
