WhatsApp is rolling out a feature designed to protect users from unwanted calls on the messaging platform. The Meta-owned app will allow users to simply toggle a setting that will silence calls from spam and nuisance callers. These calls typically come from numbers that are not part of a user’s contact list, and the new
Nokia G42 5G and Nokia G310 5G have recently appeared on the Bluetooth SIG database revealing some of the key specifications of these new G-series smartphones. As per the listing, the phones will support Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Both smartphones will reportedly ship with an LCD display with HD+ resolution and Gorilla Glass 3 protection. However,
Jun 20, 2023Ravie LakshmananNetwork Security / Vulnerability Taiwanese company ASUS on Monday released firmware updates to address, among other issues, nine security bugs impacting a wide range of router models. Of the nine security flaws, two are rated Critical and six are rated High in severity. One vulnerability is currently awaiting analysis. The list of
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 6 Classic are expected to launch at the end of July during the next Galaxy Unpacked event. The South Korean manufacturer recently confirmed that the next Unpacked event will be held in Seoul, South Korea. Apart from the Galaxy Watch 6 series, Samsung is also expected to unveil
Singapore’s Marina Bay waterfront. Nicky Loh | Bloomberg | Getty Images As governments deliberate on whether artificial intelligence poses risks or dangers and whether it needs regulating, Singapore is taking more of a wait-and-see approach. “We are currently not looking at regulating AI,” Lee Wan Sie, director for trusted AI and data at Singapore’s Infocomm
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that will let users connect to WhatsApp support to seek help or register any grievances within the app itself. The 2.2322.1.0 version of WhatsApp beta for Windows is expected to bring along an in-app chat support feature to add an additional layer of convenience for its users and
The European Union last year finalised a common charging port for mobile phones, tablets, headphones, and cameras. Now, it has revised EU rules on batteries sold in the region, including making them replaceable. The new law passed by the EU parliament mandates designing portable batteries in appliances in such a way that consumers can easily
Apple has been granted a patent by the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) that could allow the company to create an accessory that would enable an iPhone to be used as a VR headset. The application for the patent was filed at the end of 2021, nearly a year and a half before Apple
In this article SPOT Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The collaborative efforts between Spotify and Harry and Meghan has resulted in just one, 12-episode series of the podcast “Archetypes.” Chris Jackson | Chris Jackson Collection | Getty Images Spotify executive Bill Simmons described Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, as “grifters” after
Microsoft said on Friday that the outages that affected certain services of the company through some of the earlier days of this month were the result of cyberattacks, but said it saw no evidence of any customer data being accessed or compromised. “Beginning in early June 2023, Microsoft identified surges in traffic against some services
A Twitter video app for smart TVs is in the social media company’s plans, owner Elon Musk said in a tweet on Saturday, a move that would be in line with the company’s new plans to focus on growing video content on the platform. In response to a tweet suggesting that a Twitter video app
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 are expected to debut next month as the company’s next generation of foldable smartphones. While Samsung hasn’t officially revealed any details regarding these phones, a tipster recently leaked promotional materials for the phones online, along with images of the Galaxy Watch 6, which is expected
Jun 19, 2023Ravie LakshmananNetwork and Cloud Security Microsoft on Friday attributed a string of service outages aimed at Azure, Outlook, and OneDrive earlier this month to an uncategorized cluster it tracks under the name Storm-1359. “These attacks likely rely on access to multiple virtual private servers (VPS) in conjunction with rented cloud infrastructure, open proxies,
iPhone 15 — the purported successor to the iPhone 14 series of smartphones — is expected to be unveiled later this year. This year, Apple is rumoured to introduce notable hardware changes such as the inclusion of a USB Type-C charging port and faster wireless charging without MagSafe. Now, a market analyst has claimed that
French President Emmanuel Macron attended the country’s premier technology event Viva Tech. Macron told CNBC France will “invest like crazy” into A.I. Nathan Laine | Bloomberg | Getty Images PARIS — France is making a major push to position itself as Europe’s hub for artificial intelligence, throwing its weight behind the fast-growing and much-hyped technology.
The Binance logo is displayed on a screen in San Anselmo, California, June 6, 2023. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Cryptocurrency exchange Binance said it will leave the Netherlands after the company’s application to register under the Dutch crypto authorization regime was rejected. Referring to a virtual asset service provider, Binance on Friday said that
Apple has been granted a patent for technology that will allow the company to build smartphones and mobile devices such as tablets, that are resistant to scratches and abrasion. Most smartphones today, including recent iPhone models, feature rear panels that are made out of plastic or glass, with a metal or plastic frame. These materials offer
Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Watch 6 Pro and Galaxy Watch 6 alongside the new foldable smartphones next month at its Galaxy Unpacked event in Seoul, Korea. Ahead of the event, alleged renders of the Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic have leaked online showing multiple colour options. The Galaxy Watch 6
Changpeng Zhao, founder and chief executive officer of Binance, waves as he arrives on stage for a panel session on the second day at the Vivatech Conference in Paris, France, on Thursday, June 16, 2022. The conference, also known as VivaTech, runs though to June 18. Photographer: Nathan Laine/Bloomberg via Getty Images Bloomberg | Bloomberg
Microsoft announced new features and improvements to its AI-powered chatbot Bing Chat on Friday. Now, iPhone and iPad users can access Bing Chat through a dedicated iOS widget. This would allow users to directly engage with the chatbot without opening the app. Bing Chat already have a widget on Android. Additionally, Microsoft has expanded text-to-speech