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15 Jun 2024

Android

Google Messages introduces redesigned share UI: Here's what's new

Google Messages has begun rolling out a revamped share user interface (UI), following initial testing in October last year.

15 Jun 2024

Drones

Florida deploys drones to combat mosquito population: Here's how

Florida has initiated the use of drones to control its mosquito population, particularly in challenging terrains.

15 Jun 2024

Google

Google Search head encourages innovation despite errors in AI-generated results

Liz Reid, the head of Search at Google, recently addressed the company's employees about the ongoing development of artificial intelligence (AI).

AI-generated Pixar-style animation goes viral: Here's why

A Pixar-style animation clip featuring an ancient Egyptian girl has taken the internet by storm this week.

15 Jun 2024

Singapore

Indian IT professional jailed for deleting Singapore-based company's data post-termination

An Indian IT professional, Kandula Nagaraju, has been sentenced to two years and six months in jail by a Singapore court, for deleting a Singapore-based company's server data.

15 Jun 2024

OnePlus

OnePlus Nord 3 update improves gaming stability, adds new features

OnePlus has rolled out a new software update, OxygenOS 14.0.0.520, for its Nord 3 smartphone.

15 Jun 2024

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE revealed in renders: Check design, specifications

Samsung's much-anticipated affordable flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S24 FE, has been revealed in a series of official-looking renders.

15 Jun 2024

Cybercrimes

Mumbai: Senior citizen loses ₹8 lakh in online 'gift fraud'

A 68-year-old tuition teacher from Mumbai has reportedly been defrauded of over ₹8 lakh by an online scammer, who posed as a pilot with an international airline.

Centre, CP Plus join forces to develop advanced thermal cameras

In a significant stride toward indigenous technology, the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has transferred its Thermal Smart Camera technology to CP Plus—an Indian brand that specializes in security and surveillance products.

15 Jun 2024

Google Calendar

Arc browser's 'Live Calendar' feature offers timely reminders for meetings

Arc, the web browser from The Browser Company, has unveiled a new feature called "Live Calendar."

15 Jun 2024

Space News

Scientists trace 12 billion years of supermassive black hole growth

Astronomers from Penn State University have used X-ray observations and sophisticated supercomputer models, to map the evolution of supermassive black holes over a 12-billion-year period.

15 Jun 2024

NASA

NASA postpones spacewalk outside ISS due to 'spacesuit discomfort'

NASA has postponed a planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS) due to an unspecified "spacesuit discomfort."

15 Jun 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp to soon transcribe voice notes in multiple languages

WhatsApp, the popular messaging app, is working on a new feature that will allow users to transcribe voice messages directly within the app, as reported by WABetaInfo.

15 Jun 2024

Intel

Intel struggles to resolve crashing issue in i9 desktop chips

Intel's top-tier desktop gaming processors, the 13th and 14th generation Core i9 "Raptor Lake" and "Raptor Lake S" chips, are reportedly grappling with a unique issue that causes games to crash.

15 Jun 2024

Apple

EU may charge Apple, Meta for breaching tech regulations

Apple is under scrutiny by the European Commission for potential violations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), according to Financial Times.

15 Jun 2024

Solar System

Ancient meteorite sample reveals secrets of early solar system

An international team of scientists has uncovered evidence of the early solar system within an ancient meteorite that landed on Earth.

15 Jun 2024

United Kingdom

London hospitals postpone 1,600 operations and appointments after Russian cyberattack

London hospitals had to delay nearly 1,600 operations and outpatient appointments due to a cyberattack, per the National Health Service (NHS).

15 Jun 2024

Garena Free Fire MAX

Garena Free Fire MAX unveils redeem codes for June 15

Garena Free Fire MAX, a popular battle royale game in India, has introduced redeem codes for June 15.

14 Jun 2024

Japan

SoftBank's 'emotion-cancelling' AI filter protects workers from angry callers

SoftBank, a leading Japanese tech company, has developed an innovative voice-altering technology that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to transform angry callers into sounding calm and composed.

14 Jun 2024

Android

Yahoo News app integrates AI for personalized content and summaries

Yahoo News has unveiled a significant update to its news aggregation app, following its recent acquisition of news and recommendation app, Artifact.

14 Jun 2024

Microsoft

Microsoft president testifies on security lapses after China-linked hack

Microsoft's president Brad Smith has testified before a US House panel on homeland security, addressing concerns about the company's security practices and its relationship with China.

14 Jun 2024

LinkedIn

LinkedIn introduces AI-powered tools to enhance job search experience

LinkedIn has launched a suite of AI-powered tools designed to aid job seekers.

14 Jun 2024

Apple

iOS 18 to introduce new functions for iPhone's Action button

Apple recently announced iOS 18 with a host of features, including enhancements to the Action button currently exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max.

14 Jun 2024

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6's specifications, price leaked ahead of launch

Samsung's highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold6 has had its specifications leaked ahead of its official unveiling at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10.

14 Jun 2024

Mars

Martian meteorites unlock secrets of the Red Planet's hidden layers

A team of scientists from the University of California, San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography is studying meteorites from Mars that have landed on Earth.

14 Jun 2024

Google

Google extends warranty for Pixel 8 phones with display issues

Google has announced an extension to its repair program for Pixel 8 phones, specifically addressing vertical lines and flickering displays.

14 Jun 2024

Microsoft

Microsoft postpones launch of its controversial AI feature 'Recall'

Microsoft has announced a delay in the release of its Recall feature, designed for the upcoming Copilot+ PCs.

Earth's inner core rotation decelerates for first time in decades

The rotation of Earth's inner core is slowing down, according to a recent study led by a team from the University of Southern California (USC).

Picsart collaborates with Getty Images to develop custom AI model

Picsart, a photo-editing start-up backed by SoftBank, has announced a strategic partnership with Getty Images to develop a custom artificial intelligence (AI) model.

14 Jun 2024

Spotify

Spotify launches 'Creative Lab' to develop tailored ads for brands

Spotify has unveiled its first in-house creative agency, Creative Lab, in a bid to entice more advertisers to its platform.

14 Jun 2024

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE launched at $200: Check features

Samsung has officially unveiled its much-anticipated Galaxy Watch FE, a budget-friendly addition to its smartwatch range.

14 Jun 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp introduces 32-user video calls, screen-sharing with audio, speaker spotlight

WhatsApp has announced a significant update to its calling features.

14 Jun 2024

Android

Garena Free Fire MAX releases redeem codes for June 14

Garena Free Fire MAX, a popular battle royale game, has launched a new set of redeem codes for today.

13 Jun 2024

Sony

PS5 users can now join Discord calls directly from console

Sony is enhancing the Discord integration on its PlayStation 5 console, allowing users to join voice calls directly from their gaming console.

AI for mayor? US town sees chatbot enter election race

Victor Miller, a mayoral candidate from Cheyenne, Wyoming (US state), has made a groundbreaking campaign promise.

13 Jun 2024

Apple

Apple Genmoji: How to use this cool generative AI feature

Apple recently unveiled "Genmoji," an artificial intelligence (AI) powered tool that allows users to create unique, personalized emojis.

13 Jun 2024

Apple

iOS 18 shows time even when iPhone's battery is dead

Apple's upcoming iOS 18 update is set to include a subtle yet practical feature for users with drained batteries, according to 9to5Mac.

NASA explains the strange emergency alert heard during ISS livestream

NASA recently found itself in an awkward situation when an emergency signal, intended for training purposes, was inadvertently broadcast on its live stream.

13 Jun 2024

Lawsuits

Gaming giant Steam faces £656M lawsuit in UK: Here's why

Valve Corporation, the parent company of Steam, the world's largest PC gaming platform, is facing a £656 million lawsuit in the UK.

NASA astronauts to collect microbe samples during ISS spacewalk today

Two NASA astronauts are set to embark on the first spacewalk of 2024 today at the International Space Station (ISS).