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Author: Jim Hendler

Jim Hendler is a ReturnByte journalist who closely follows the advancement of Internet technologies and social media. Follow him on Twitter at @jahendler
WhatsApp users rely on the pin message feature to keep useful details at the top of their chat screen. Now, you can do that for three messages. News 

New Feature Allows Users to Pin Up to 3 Messages in WhatsApp Chats

Jim Hendler

WhatsApp has realized that many people use the messaging app to take notes and remind them. You get the ability to send yourself a message, which is more useful than most people think, and you can also pin chats up, especially important notes that you want to see at the top and not scroll down or look for them every time. So WhatsApp now makes the deal sweeter by letting you pin up to three messages in a chat. The update was shared this week by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg,…

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WhatsApp status updates have supported text since its release but video is slowly becoming a core part of the feature that users want. News 

WhatsApp will soon enable users to share a 1-minute video on their status update.

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WhatsApp has brought several updates over the past few months and continues to do so to improve the user experience. The platform has been extensively updated, from the introduction of WhatsApp channels to major interface changes, further suggesting that there is still more to be done. In one such move, WhatsApp recently unveiled a long-awaited feature that allows users to upload a minute-long clip to their status. This follows long-standing requests from several users who have urged the platform to extend the previous 30-second limit on video uploads. Following the…

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NASA’s James Webb Telescope and Hubble Space Telescope to study the Universe’s expansion rate and reveal the truth behind the discrepancy indicated by the so-called Hubble Tension. (ESA/Hubble & NASA, M. Sun⁣) Space 

NASA’s James Webb Telescope and Hubble Space Telescope to investigate the truth behind the Universe’s expansion rate in Hubble Tension.

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Scientists are grappling with a puzzling discrepancy known as the “Hubble Tension,” which suggests that the universe is expanding at a faster rate than previously thought. To address this issue, NASA’s James Webb Telescope and Hubble Space Telescope are teaming up to analyze high-resolution data and uncover the root of the problem. Cosmologists are working to resolve the inconsistencies and improve the accuracy of our understanding of the universe’s expansion. The expansion rate of the universe According to a NASA report, the Hubble Space Telescope has been studying the current…

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OpenAI's GPT Store faces spam and copyright woes, raising concerns amid plans for developer monetisation. (AFP) News 

Moderation concerns arise as OpenAI’s GPT Store inundated with spam and copyright-infringing GPTs

Jim Hendler

The ChatGPT Store by OpenAI is currently dealing with a flood of spam and copyright issues. The platform, created for personalized chatbots utilizing OpenAI’s generative AI technology, is struggling to manage an increase in unusual bots that may be infringing on copyrights, highlighting a lack of strict moderation. Among the problematic bots are those that claim to produce art based on Disney and Marvel properties, act as conduits for paid third-party services and tout the ability to circumvent AI plagiarism detection tools, Techcrunch reports. Cases of bots simulating conversations with…

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Get ready for a rare cosmic event! The "Devil Comet" and a total solar eclipse align soon. (NASA) News 

Rare alignment on April 8! Comet known as “Devil” to align with total solar eclipse, creating a stunning celestial event.

Jim Hendler

Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, also known as the “Devil Comet,” is set to make a stunning appearance during the Great North American Total Solar Eclipse on April 8. Skywatchers are eagerly awaiting this rare celestial event, but it remains uncertain if the comet will be visible to the naked eye during the daytime eclipse. “Journey of the Devil’s Comet” Called a “dirty snowball” by the late Harvard astronomer Fred Whipple, Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks is currently passing through our celestial neighborhood, reaching perihelion — closest approach to the Sun — on April 21, likely…

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WhatsApp for Android is poised to catch up with iPhone with the introduction of voice message transcription. (Bloomberg) News 

Voice transcription feature may be added to WhatsApp for Android, converting voice messages to text.

Jim Hendler

WhatsApp users on Android may soon be delighted as a new feature seems to be coming to the platform – voice message transcription. This feature, already present on WhatsApp for iPhone since last year, allows users to easily convert voice messages into text, enhancing communication accessibility and convenience. Now, it is set to be introduced on WhatsApp for Android. Transcription of voice messages in WhatsApp Voice messages have long been a popular feature on WhatsApp, allowing users to quickly convey messages without typing. However, sometimes recipients are unable to listen…

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Apple's MagSafe charging tech has shown a new way of wireless charging iPhones, Infinix is bringing this tech to its new mid-range phone. News 

Infinix Introduces 100W Fast Charging and MagSafe Charging Similar to iPhone in Mid-Range Phone

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These are exciting times for smartphone buyers, especially if you’re looking for a mid-range phone with premium features. We recently talked about the availability of wireless charging on Motorola’s mid-range 5G phone, and now another brand is pushing the envelope on high-tech features. Infinix has announced its new Infinix Note 40 Pro series, which includes a Plus version. The new Infinix phones use MediaTek chipsets and serve both 4G and 5G networks depending on your location and budget. But the biggest update focuses on the charging technology that Infinix has…

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A geomagnetic storm alert has been issued, which could trigger a solar storm. Check details. (NASA SDO) News 

Solar storm warning: Coronal Mass Ejection expected to trigger Geomagnetic storm, possibility of stunning auroras

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Solar storm warning: A significant Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) was observed on the Sun’s surface on March 17. The CME is currently heading towards Earth and may result in a geomagnetic storm, posing a potential risk of a solar storm. This event follows closely after a recent CME passed by Earth, causing a minor G1-class geomagnetic storm. Stay informed about this solar storm alert. Solar storm warning According to a SpaceWeather report, NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory recorded a massive eruption on the sun’s surface that ejected the CME. This CME…

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WhatsApp offers UPI payment feature in India but most people continue to use other apps like Google Pay and PhonePe. The new update could change that. News 

WhatsApp to introduce UPI Scan To Pay feature for easy in-app payments

Jim Hendler

WhatsApp offers UPI payments to its users in India and competes with other UPI apps like Paytm, Google Pay and PhonePe. However, the messaging app has been struggling to get more users to use its payment feature in the country, which may soon change thanks to an upcoming update. The latest WhatsApp beta version for Android users gets a shortcut to the QR code for UPI payments, which may come to all users of the messaging app in the coming months. Details of the upcoming feature have been shared this…

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Twitter or X has started supporting video and audio calls for all its users recently and we tell you how to get started. News 

X, a competitor of WhatsApp, now allows users to make video and audio calls.

Jim Hendler

The social media platform Twitter, now known as X, continues to evolve. While the microblogging site had previously offered voice and video calling options exclusively to Premium users, Elon Musk, the owner of X, has now made these features available to all users on the platform. With this update, users with an X account can make free calls to other users directly through the platform. The decision to introduce the feature on X makes the app a competitor to platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram, which allow users to call…

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WhatsApp update lets beta users to pin multiple chats and messages, making important conversations easier to access. (Bloomberg) News 

New WhatsApp update will improve user experience by enabling pinning of multiple chats and messages

Jim Hendler

Meta-owned WhatsApp is currently experimenting with a new feature that enables users to pin multiple chats and messages at the same time. This feature is currently being tested and is only accessible to beta testers using WhatsApp version 2.24.6.15. With this update, users can pin up to five chats and three messages, giving them more control over important conversations and information. WhatsApp improves the management of conversations This feature allows users to prioritize important conversations and messages by keeping them at the top of their conversation list. WABetaInfo reports that…

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Prosecutors in Virginia are probing whether Facebook-parent Meta's social media platforms facilitated and profited from the illegal sale of drugs, the Wall Street Journal reported News 

Report: US Investigating Meta for Involvement in Illegal Drug Sales

Jim Hendler

U.S. prosecutors in Virginia are investigating whether Facebook parent Meta’s social media platforms facilitated and profited from illegal drug sales, the Wall Street Journal reported Saturday, citing documents and people familiar with the matter. Prosecutors issued subpoenas last year and have asked questions as part of a criminal grand jury investigation, the report said, adding that they have also requested information on drug content or illegal drug sales through Meta’s platforms. The Food and Drug Administration has also helped in the investigation, the paper added. It noted that investigations do…

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eSIM is now slowly becoming a viable option for people who like to change phones regularly and don't want the hassle of a physical SIM. News 

What We Know About Hackers Targeting eSIM Profiles to Steal Data and Money

Jim Hendler

SIM card fraud is common, a big concern, and widely used by hackers, but now it’s also evolving with changes in technology. According to new reports, these hackers are now relying on eSIM profiles to transfer your primary number to steal data and money. An eSIM is a digital version of a SIM that can be programmed remotely, and bad actors use this ability to bypass the physical card and access it using the eSIM. As we all know mobile numbers can be used to get all kinds of information…

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WhatsApp has been testing this privacy feature on Android for a while but now more users are seeing it roll out. But does it really work? News 

WhatsApp has implemented a feature that prevents users from taking screenshots of profile pictures

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WhatsApp has added a new layer of privacy to its users, ensuring that their profile picture is not misused by taking screenshots. WhatsApp has already prevented people from taking screenshots of one-view photos or videos, and now the same feature has been rolled out to your photos in the messaging app as well. Taking a screenshot is a serious invasion of a person’s privacy, and in most cases you won’t even notice when someone does that to your photo. But if this happens with your profile picture on WhatsApp, the…

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You can now use GIFs on Slack messages. Check details. ( Slack/X) News 

Slack launches GIF finder to enhance communication; learn how to use this new feature

Jim Hendler

Slack, a popular communication tool for businesses and teams, has introduced a new GIF feature to add a fun element to work interactions. GIFs, known for their ability to convey emotions and actions, are now available for sharing with colleagues on Slack, alongside emojis. Learn more about Slack’s new GIF finder feature and how it can enhance team communication. Slack integrates GIFs Slack officially announced the integration of GIFs into its tool via X-message. The GIF Finder feature allows users to choose the perfect GIF from a variety of options.…

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Nothing Phone users have got a new way to record calls and it is available for all the Phone models that the brand has launched. News 

Learn more about how the Nothing Phone allows discreet recording of phone calls.

Jim Hendler

At a time when most Android devices have a built-in call recording feature, Carl Pei’s tech company Nothing has joined the ranks and announced the addition of a new feature that will allow users to record calls discreetly. Carl Pei announced on the official social media that the new feature will help users record calls on their devices without having to alert other participants in the call. He added that the feature will be available to all Nothing phone users, including those with Nothing Phone 1, Phone 2 and the…

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TikTok and Instagram already compete in the short-video space, but photos could become the battleground once again. News 

TikTok aims to compete with Instagram by launching its own photo sharing service

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TikTok and Instagram can renew their competition in a new avatar. As we all know, Instagram has moved from photos to videos because it wanted to compete with TikTok in the short video space, and Reels have proven to be a success. But now TikTok plans to go the other way and is reportedly working on its own photo-sharing app. It’s interesting to hear TikTok eyeing the photo segment, and its intent might make a lot of sense now that other so-called photo apps have shifted focus to other features.…

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Asteroid 2015 FM34 belongs to the Apollo group of Near-Earth Asteroids, according to NASA. (Pixabay) Space 

NASA reveals 350-foot asteroid set to pass by Earth today; Find out its proximity

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In the past few weeks, Earth has once again witnessed several asteroids passing by closely. These celestial objects are influenced by the gravitational pull of planets like Jupiter, causing them to veer off course and potentially pose a threat to our planet. NASA has used its sophisticated telescopes and satellites to track an asteroid that is projected to come very close to Earth on March 12. Asteroid 2015 FM34: Details NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) has named the asteroid Asteroid 2015 FM34. A space rock orbits at a…

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Know about the WhatsApp encryption indicator feature. (unsplash) News 

Report says WhatsApp is working on adding encryption indicator for chats in upcoming update

Jim Hendler

WhatsApp has been focusing on improving user security by introducing new features and upgrades. There are rumors that the app is developing a new feature to display encrypted chats, which is crucial for maintaining user privacy and protecting conversations. While chat encryption is already included in the app, WhatsApp is now working on increasing its visibility and expanding the feature for enhanced user privacy. Stay tuned for more information on the new encryption indicator feature that may be included in an upcoming WhatsApp update. WhatsApp encryption indicator feature According to…

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WhatsApp chats and other contents are encrypted and now the messaging app tells you its security level with a clear label. News 

WhatsApp introduces encryption label at the top of chat window

Jim Hendler

WhatsApp chats are end-to-end encrypted, but most people would say that the messaging app doesn’t show it to everyone. But soon you will see the settings change as the encryption badge will now appear on the profile icon at the top of the chat screen. The new feature is being tested with beta users according to the latest information and we can confirm the details independently. WABetainfo was the first to report the feature being tested, and Android beta users will see the new change in the coming days. WhatsApp…

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