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23 Apr 2024

Apple

Meta opens Quest OS to third-party developers to rival Apple

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced its decision to make its proprietary operating system, Meta Horizon OS, available to third-party hardware manufacturers.

23 Apr 2024

Microsoft

Microsoft's compact AI models for smartphones rival GPT-3.5 in performance

In a significant shift from the tech industry's usual emphasis on larger, high-powered AI systems, Microsoft has ventured into the domain of compact and cost-effective AI technologies.

23 Apr 2024

Australia

Elon Musk described as 'arrogant billionaire' by Australian PM

An Australian federal court has granted a two-day injunction to the country's eSafety commissioner, ordering Elon Musk's X, to hide posts related to a recent stabbing incident in Sydney.

23 Apr 2024

Android

WhatsApp's new feature will let you share files without internet

WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature that will allow users to share files without an internet connection.

23 Apr 2024

Garena Free Fire MAX

Garena Free Fire MAX codes for today: How to redeem

Garena Free Fire MAX has released its fresh batch of redeem codes for today, giving players a chance to unlock a variety of exciting rewards.

23 Apr 2024

Research

Memory formation triggers inflammation and DNA damage in brain cells

A recent study, published in Nature, has unveiled that the formation of long-term memories can trigger inflammation and cause DNA damage in brain cells.

22 Apr 2024

Microsoft

Microsoft revamps web-based app installation process for its store

Microsoft is introducing a more streamlined version of the Microsoft Store, to simplify the web-based installation of Windows Store apps.

22 Apr 2024

Cybersecurity

Proton Mail introduces 'Dark Web Monitoring' feature: How it works

Proton Mail has launched a unique cybersecurity feature, called 'Dark Web Monitoring,' exclusively for its premium users.

22 Apr 2024

Smartwatches

Boat Storm Call 3 smartwatch debuts in India at ₹1,100

The Indian smartwatch market has welcomed a new entrant, the Boat Storm Call 3.

Ask Dalí: Spanish artist's AI persona responds via lobster telephone

Art enthusiasts visiting the Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, can now interact with a digital representation of the famed Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.

Pioneering AI risk research institute closes after nearly 20 years

The Future of Humanity Institute (FHI), a leading entity in existential risk research related to artificial intelligence (AI), has announced its closure.

Zydus Lifesciences launches overactive bladder medication in the US

Zydus Lifesciences Ltd. has introduced a new medication for overactive bladder (OAB) treatment in the US.

22 Apr 2024

Tinder

Tinder introduces 'Share My Date' feature: How it works

Tinder, the popular dating app, has introduced a new feature called 'Share My Date.'

Alien life likely to be purple and not green: Research

The quest for extraterrestrial life has taken an intriguing twist with scientists now proposing that alien life may be purple rather than green.

22 Apr 2024

TikTok

TikTok Shop expands with pre-owned luxury fashion in the UK

TikTok's e-commerce division, called TikTok Shop, is expanding its reach by launching a secondhand luxury fashion category in the UK.

United Airlines utilizing AI to improve flight operations, passenger experience

United Airlines is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its operations and passenger experience.

22 Apr 2024

Garena Free Fire MAX

Garena Free Fire MAX unveils redeem codes for April 22

Garena Free Fire MAX has released its latest redeem codes dated April 22, offering players a chance to unlock a variety of exciting rewards.

22 Apr 2024

TikTok

TikTok's upcoming AI-driven feature can clone your voice

TikTok is developing an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) feature that will convert text to speech, according to TheSpAndroid.

Scientists clone black-footed ferrets from cells dating back to 1988

In a significant conservation achievement, scientists have successfully cloned two black-footed ferrets, Noreen and Antonia.

21 Apr 2024

China

China's AI data centers to outpace Korea's human water consumption

China's burgeoning artificial intelligence (AI) sector is leading to the creation of numerous data centers with high water usage.

This AI security camera shoots intruders, launches tear gas attacks

OZ-IT, a Slovenia-based start-up, has launched an innovative autonomous security camera named "PaintCam Eve" or EVA.

21 Apr 2024

Apple

LeBron James spotted with potential new Beats Pill speaker model

Basketball superstar LeBron James was recently seen carrying, what appears to be an unannounced model of the Beats Pill speaker.

21 Apr 2024

Samsung

Samsung extends free display replacement program to newer models

Samsung has broadened its free display replacement program, initially launched to address a green line issue affecting certain Galaxy devices.

21 Apr 2024

Indian Government

Over 50% of India's leading companies disclose carbon emissions: Report

In a stride toward India's net-zero emissions goal by 2070, a recent PwC India survey revealed that over half of the country's top 100 companies, are voluntarily reporting carbon emissions.

US moves forward with revised bill to ban TikTok

The US House of Representatives has advanced a revised bill, that could potentially lead to the ban or mandatory sale of popular social media platform, TikTok.

This AI camera generates poetry based on visual inputs

Researchers have developed an innovative device, the Poetry Camera, which merges artificial intelligence (AI) with poetry.

21 Apr 2024

Apple

Apple's revamped calculator app for Mac launching at WWDC 2024

Apple is set to unveil a revolutionary update to its calculator app for Mac computers at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in 2024.

21 Apr 2024

Google Maps

How to disable 3D buildings feature on Google Maps 

Google Maps has long offered the ability to display buildings in 3D during navigation.

21 Apr 2024

Google Wallet

Google Wallet may require PIN for Wear OS-based payment transactions

Google Wallet, the widely-used payment app on Wear OS, may soon necessitate users to input a PIN code before executing tap-to-pay transactions.

21 Apr 2024

Garena Free Fire MAX

Garena Free Fire MAX releases redeem codes for April 21

Garena Free Fire MAX has released its daily redeem codes for April 21, 2024.

21 Apr 2024

Apple

Apple Watch X renders reveal slimmer case, magnetic band-attachment system

Apple is reportedly planning a significant revamp of its smartwatch line-up this year.

20 Apr 2024

OpenAI

OpenAI denies Elon Musk's lawsuit allegations, seeks dismissal in court

OpenAI has refuted allegations made by one of its initial investors, Elon Musk.

20 Apr 2024

X

X to contest Australian regulatory order to remove stabbing-related posts

X has announced its intention to legally challenge an order issued by an Australian regulatory body.

This AI tool can transform novels into audiovisual content

Silverside AI, a San Francisco-based artificial intelligence lab, has launched an innovative tool called Hypnovels.

20 Apr 2024

Microsoft

Microsoft tests new widget features in Windows 11 update

Microsoft is currently experimenting with a new feature in its latest preview build of Windows 11, known as build 26200.

20 Apr 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp working on new feature to streamline contact management

WhatsApp is currently developing a new feature aimed at enhancing the user experience, by simplifying contact management.

20 Apr 2024

Apple

What to expect from Apple's iPhone 16 smartphone series

Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series is just a few months away.

20 Apr 2024

Google

Google Messages developing parental control feature: How it'll work

Google is reportedly developing a new feature for its default messaging app, Google Messages, according to PiunikaWeb.

20 Apr 2024

Google

Android 15 will predict lifespan of your phone's storage chip

Google is developing a new feature for Android that will provide users with information about the health of their phone's storage, as highlighted by Android Authority.

20 Apr 2024

Apple Watch

Huawei Watch Fit 3 looks strikingly similar to Apple Watch

Huawei recently unveiled its new smartphones under the Pura branding.