Recent reports from Android Authority suggest that Google’s upcoming Pixel 9 lineup will come with a new and improved ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. This technology is said to be faster and more reliable than the previous optical under-display fingerprint sensor featured on the Pixel 6. The new scanner is capable of reading even wet or oily
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WhatsApp is reportedly in the process of developing a new generative AI feature that will allow users to create personalized avatars of themselves. This feature, spotted in the new WhatsApp Beta for Android 2.24.14.7 by WABetaInfo, is said to use a combination of user-supplied images, text prompts, and Meta’s AI Llama model to generate these
In a recent development, Microsoft informed the US Department of Veterans Affairs about being impacted by a security breach perpetrated by the Russian hacking group known as “Midnight Blizzard.” This breach resulted in the theft of some of Microsoft’s source code, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in the tech giant’s cybersecurity infrastructure. The hackers, referred to as
Amazon has decided to discontinue its Astro for Business robot, bringing an abrupt end to a product that seemed to have potential in the enterprise sector. Despite initial interest, Amazon has made the strategic decision to shift its focus completely to home robotics. This move has left many wondering about the fate of the 20-pound
Mark Zuckerberg’s brainchild, Threads, has quickly risen to become a formidable rival to Elon Musk’s X, boasting over 175 million monthly active users within just a year and a half of its launch. This rapid growth is certainly impressive, especially considering Meta’s history of experimental standalone apps that have failed to gain traction in the
Brazil’s data protection authority (ANPD) has made a significant decision to ban Meta from training its artificial intelligence models on Brazilian personal data. This move comes after Meta updated its privacy policy in May, granting itself permission to utilize public data from Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram in Brazil for AI training purposes. However, ANPD has
Paramount Plus is currently offering new and returning subscribers a 50% discount on its Paramount Plus with Showtime plan, dropping the price of an annual ad-free subscription to $59.99. This deal is available until July 14th and presents an opportunity for viewers to secure a year’s worth of access to the streaming service at a
The recent formal charges brought by the European Union against Meta for violations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) have caused quite a stir in the tech industry. This is not the first time Meta has faced such charges, with the European Commission highlighting concerns over the “pay or consent” advertising model used by Facebook
Apple’s future plans in AI integration seem lackluster and unimaginative. The announcement of integrating Google Gemini, in addition to ChatGPT, feels like a mundane move rather than a groundbreaking innovation. With all the hype surrounding AI technologies, Apple’s decision to partner with established players like Google does not reflect a bold and forward-thinking approach. The
The recent filing for bankruptcy protection by Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, the owner of Redbox, has left the company in financial turmoil. Defaulting on loans, facing repossession orders for its cars, and missing payroll for employees are just a few of the issues that have plagued the DVD rental company in recent months.