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Musk started the X Premium and Premium+ subscription for its users with a host of new features, including support for the Grok AI chatbot. News 

Elon Musk Announces Free X Premium Subscription for All Users: Read His Statement Here

Adriana Marais

Elon Musk seems to have woken up from the right side of his bed on Thursday, sharing good news for all X users. Musk has announced a new way to help more people try the X Premium and X Premium+ packages. X Premium is available on a monthly/yearly basis which offers you benefits such as a verified account, edit button, long posts and articles, and more. Most paid subscribers have used these features so far, but soon free X users with a certain number of followers will also be able…

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iPhone users can forget password which requires a reset but attackers are now using this trick to steal data and gain access to the device. News 

Learn more about the password reset requests targeting iPhone users that could be exploited by hackers to steal data.

Adarsh V.K,

People often forget passwords and quickly decide to set a new one using the password recovery process provided by most tech platforms, including Apple. But iPhone users are being warned about a major security issue that hackers are using to attack the device. New reports this week talk about a new attack that uses the password recovery mechanism and floods the iPhone user with several messages of this nature, causing them to worry. These people don’t have to worry about clicking these notifications, but when you see 100 of these…

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Google recently introduced its AI-powered search for all users who can activate the feature but these people are now facing some dangerous issues. News 

Be aware of the significant scam issue in Google’s AI-Powered Search

Adriana Marais,

Google has already faced questions about the credibility of its artificial intelligence model Gemini, and now the company is facing additional problems, this time related to AI-powered search. Most people have recently gained access to Search’s AI avatar, and some of the results you’ll see for that item reportedly contain links to dangerous sites or other platforms with scams. The biggest concern with the new look search is that people can accidentally end up installing malware by clicking on any of these suspicious sites that can steal their data and…

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You can ask Copilot to help you expand your message to better achieve your goals. Microsoft says you can even ask it to make you sound like a pirate News 

AI Updates Enhance Microsoft Teams Copilot

Adriana Marais,

Microsoft is improving the functionality of AI-based Copilot in Microsoft Teams by adding new ways to invite an assistant for summaries, meeting discussions and more. Copilot can already summarize Teams sessions, but over the next few months it will combine spoken transcripts and written conversations into one screen, making it easier to keep track of missed meetings. According to the Microsoft 365 blog, the Teams application is getting a lot of updates produced by artificial intelligence. One of the updates is an improved Microsoft Copilot that can summarize your meetings.…

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Google Messages app comes pre-installed on millions of Android phones but its feature limitations force people to use other apps. News 

Learn more about the upcoming feature in Google Messages that will allow users to send multiple photos.

Adriana Marais

Google Messages is a standard Android messaging app used by millions. But most people struggle with its limitations when it comes to sharing photos. If you want to share more than one photo, do it one at a time. Google Messages lets you send multiple photos at once, according to a new claim. According to reports, the photo sharing feature of Google Messages might get some updates soon. Currently, the RCS-based communication service (Rich Communication Services) does not allow users to add multiple photos taken with the phone’s camera at…

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Attackers exploit a potential bug in Apple's system, aiming to compromise user accounts through deceptive tactics. (REUTERS) News 

Warning: Apple users are being targeted by phishing attack with fake password change requests for iPhone

Adriana Marais

Apple users are now being targeted by a sophisticated phishing attack, which exploits a possible flaw in Apple’s password reset feature. This has led to users receiving a high volume of notifications and multi-factor authentication (MFA) messages on their devices. iPhone alert given The attack involves tricking users into accepting an Apple ID password change request. The attacker repeatedly requests the target’s iPhone, Apple Watch, or Mac with acceptance texts to change the system-level password. The goal is to trick the user into accidentally accepting the request or harass them…

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The new Vivo foldable phones have a similar design appeal, featuring a carbon-fibre hinge, and a circular back camera housing. News 

Vivo X Fold 3 and Fold 3 Pro Foldable Series Makes Debut in China, Possible Launch in India?

Adarsh V.K

Vivo launched the new X Fold3 and X Fold3 Pro in China this week, with a global launch expected in the coming months. The latest third-generation X Fold series is said to be thinner than the X Fold2, with better cameras and batteries. Both versions of the X Fold3 feature a lightweight carbon fiber hinge that weighs just 14.98 grams and is certified by TUV Rhineland to withstand 500,000 folds. Compared to the X Fold2, Vivo has improved the phone’s drop resistance; the front is now 11 times more durable,…

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YouTube follows a strict content policy that needs to be followed or else the videos can be removed for violation and even accounts are banned. News 

Reason for Removal of Over 2 Million YouTube Videos from Indian Users in Q4 2023

Adarsh V.K

YouTube has removed more than 2.25 million videos in India for violating community rules in the last quarter of 2023, the popular video streaming platform said in a report released on Tuesday. The number of videos removed from the platform between October and December 2023 in India is the highest among 30 countries, YouTube said in a report. Singapore (1,243,871) and the United States (788,354) had the second and third most videos removed. Iraq came in last with 41,176 videos. Globally, YouTube removed 9 million videos during the same period,…

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Using the new Google Photos sync feature, anybody with a OnePlus or Oppo phone can get their locally-stored photos combined with the cloud media. News 

Google Photos is now compatible with the photo gallery on OnePlus and Xiaomi phones.

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Google Photos users can now back up their photos and videos stored locally on phones from brands like OnePlus and Oppo. That’s right, the native Gallery app on OnePlus and Oppo phones allows you to sync content with your Google Photos account, meaning all your media content is seamlessly available on devices linked to the same Google Account. Trusted tipster Mishaal Rahman spotted the feature this week, and we were able to independently verify the feature on a OnePlus phone. The integration seems to have made it to the ColorOS…

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WhatsApp new features may be rolling out soon! Check details. (Unsplash) News 

WhatsApp is considering adding 5 new features, such as group events and a status updates composer, in the near future.

Jim Hendler

WhatsApp has rolled out several new features aimed at enhancing user experience, with plans to introduce even more in the near future. These upcoming features include group events, default media upload quality settings, and other improvements. The app has already undergone significant changes, such as reorganizing the status and call tabs and allowing users to pin up to three messages in a chat. Stay tuned for updates on the latest enhancements, from group events to improved media upload quality. WhatsApp new features According to a report by Android Authority, WhatsApp…

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Meta has set up an oversight board to help with strategic decisions which does not conflict with its ideology and help give clear solutions. News 

Meta’s Oversight Board Lifts Ban on Arabic Word: Learn More

Adriana Marais, ,

Meta’s supervisory board has asked the company to end its ban on the Arabic word “Shaheed,” which roughly translates to martyr in English. The commission’s extensive year-long review revealed that Meta’s current blanket ban on the word “shaheed,” which it had said could glorify or condone terrorism, “has led to widespread and unnecessary censorship that affects the free speech of millions of users.” “Meta should end the blanket ban on ‘shaheed’ because it has had a discriminatory and disproportionate impact on free speech and information sharing, which has heightened concerns…

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The market for people wanting to buy a phone worth Rs 25,000 has expanded in the last few years and here are some of the best choices. News 

Top 5 smartphones under Rs 25,000 that you can purchase, from OnePlus Nord CE 3 to iQOO Z7 Pro

Nitin Misra,

With plenty of options in the market, choosing a new phone with a budget and good features can be challenging. Smartphone brands like iQOO, Realme and Nothing have left no stone unturned in offering highly functional phones under Rs 25,000 as well. All of these phones have powerful processors, good camera capabilities for capturing memories, vibrant displays and decent battery life, making them popular choices in this price segment. So if you are planning to upgrade your phone, give your parents or partners a phone under Rs 25,000 in March.…

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Apple WWDC 2024 has been officially announced. Check details. (Apple) News 

Apple’s WWDC 2024 to Begin on June 10 at Apple Park; iOS and macOS Upgrades Confirmed

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Apple has officially announced the dates for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024, which will take place from June 10 to June 14. The event is expected to feature announcements on AI and updates to Apple’s software for iOS, macOS, and other devices. Continuing the trend of past years, WWDC 2024 will be held at Apple Park in Menlo, Cupertino, California, which has been the company’s home since 2017. Apple WWDC 2024 In a blog post, Apple announced that WWDC 2024 will showcase advancements in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS,…

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Apple WWDC 2024 dates have been confirmed and we can't wait to see how the company plans to take on the AI giants. News 

June Dates Announced for Apple WWDC 2024

Adriana Marais

Apple has confirmed the dates for the next WWDC 2024 conference in the US, and as we expected, the latest edition of the event will take place from the 10th to the 14th. June 2024. Apple will once again host the WWDC 2024 keynote and sessions online. making it available to developers for free. The company will also hold an offline event for select developers and students on June 10 at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. The latest WWDC 2024 keynote will be hosted by Apple CEO Tim…

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Telegram premium for free sounds like a good deal but the conditions put forth by the messaging platform gets the alarm bells ringing. News 

Warning! Telegram is Providing Premium Service for Free, but Poses a Significant Privacy Risk

Febin Mathew

Telegram charges a fee for its premium service, but the platform allows you to get it for free. This special offer is only available for those using Telegram on Android phones. But is this deal too good to be true? In many ways, yes. Telegram says that if you want this premium service for free, you must part ways with your phone number, which is used to receive the one-time password (OTP), but for other users. If you are going to sign up for this free offer and are willing…

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Apple is really eager for its older iPhone users to buy the new models, and for that it has started a new web page with comparison details. News 

Here’s How Apple is Encouraging Users to Upgrade to the Latest iPhone

Adriana Marais

Apple’s iPhones receive feature updates that prompt many to buy new models almost every year. But the quality and support of the iPhone means that even today there are people who use older iPhone models, such as the iPhone 11, 12 or even the 12 Pro series. The company has now come up with a new trick to get these people to upgrade, which means spending their hard-earned money on a new iPhone. Apple has essentially set up a website to talk about the Why Upgrade, primarily focused on those…

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Apple wants to keep the boxed iPhones lying in the store updated, and the company seems to have found a new tech system to make it work. News 

In-store availability of Apple’s iOS update for iPhones may start next month.

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Apple is planning a major technical update that will allow the company to deliver the latest iOS updates to iPhones that are still in the box. The company has been working on a new technology that allows it to keep in-store iPhones updated instead of waiting for someone to buy a device, unbox it, and then manually update the iOS version. It’s an interesting development, and according to reports, Apple will have it in its retail stores next month. Apple Store iPhone Update Mode: How It Works As Bloomberg mentioned…

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Samsung rolled out the new OneUI version with the Galaxy S24 series out of the box, and now the older Galaxy phones will get the AI-powered tools. News 

Report: Samsung may release the new UI 6.1 update for select phones later this week.

Nitin Misra

Samsung’s long-awaited operating system update with AI features may soon make its way to previous-generation flagship phones. The South Korean tech giants announced a software update featuring artificial intelligence last month, and it looks like we’re finally getting closer to the rollout. According to 9To5Google, a tech enthusiast sent a message from X claiming that the S23 series OS update is already coming to the Chinese market on March 28th. He even included a screenshot of what smartphone users are likely to get after the One UI 6.1 update. rolled…

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Apple's new mixed reality headset could be headed to the country in the next few months, as it looks to halt the falling demand for iPhones. News 

Tim Cook confirms launch of Apple Vision Pro in China, but what about India?

Adriana Marais

The Apple Vision Pro headset will be available in China this year, and the update is said to have been shared by the company’s Tim Cook. Cook recently visited China, where he is rumored to meet with the Baidu team and launch a new Apple Store in the region. Cook’s Vision Pro for China update was released via Weibo, hinting at the headset’s availability in May or June of this year, which is just a few months away. China is a big market for Apple, but its fortunes in iPhone…

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Samsung's new Galaxy Book 4 model is powered by Intel Core Ultra processor, has Windows 11 out of the box and features a premium and lightweight design. News 

Samsung’s latest Windows laptop, a rival to the MacBook, is now on sale in India: Check out the price and features.

Adarsh V.K

Samsung has launched its new MacBook competitor in the Indian market, the Galaxy Book 4 laptop, which runs on the Windows 11 operating system. Samsung has other Galaxy Book laptops available in the country, but the vanilla Book 4 model focuses on being premium without burning a deep hole in the wallet. It has an AMOLED display, weighs less than 1.6 kg, and has the latest Intel Ultra processors. Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Price in India The Samsung Galaxy Book 4 has been launched in India for the Intel Core…

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