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Meta's text-based social media platform, Threads, may soon be launched in the EU to comply with the region's regulations. Users in the EU might have access to Threads in December, offering a view-only mode where creating a profile is optional for viewing posts. However, creating a profile may be necessary for posting content. It's unclear how personalised recommendations will be provided to view-only users. Previously, Threads accounts were linked to Instagram, but now users can delete their Threads accounts without losing their Instagram accounts. Meta aims to have a billion users posting on Threads. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/sAe0YDL

Dixon Technologies' subsidiary Padget Electronics will manufacture Xiaomi smartphones at its new Noida factory. The facility, set up with a Rs 256 crore investment, has an annual production capacity of 25 million units. The inauguration was attended by IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who praised the facility as a significant step towards boosting local smartphone manufacturing in India. The partnership between Dixon Technologies and Xiaomi is expected to leverage their respective expertise and contribute to India's emergence as a smartphone manufacturing hub. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/Q1ovdbm

Shares of Tata Technologies soared on their trading debut, making it the first Tata Group company to go public in two decades. Tata Technologies is a unit of Tata Motors and provides engineering and technology services to auto, aero, and heavy machinery makers. Its valuation exceeds that of its peers, including KPIT Technologies, L&T Technology Services, and Tata Elxsi. The company is valued at $6.4 billion. The IPO was fully subscribed within minutes and comes as India records a record number of IPOs this year. Tata Technologies aims to expand into aerospace, transportation, and electric vehicles. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/Kdc1E28

Google's global policy chief, Kent Walker, stated that Google retains its position as the king of search engines and has an edge over AI competitors. Walker emphasized that AI is more than just chatbots, citing Google's use of AI in products like Google Maps, Translate, Gmail, and search. He acknowledged that AI chatbots have accelerated the acceptance of AI but cautioned about their accuracy compared to traditional search. Google is blending AI into search to combine the benefits of both approaches, aiming for accurate and authoritative information. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/YOLW8Fk

Elon Musk expressed his views on over 100 advertisers boycotting X, his social media platform, due to his endorsement of anti-semitic views. Musk hopes the advertisers stop and stated that if they try to blackmail him with advertising, they can 'go f**k yourself.' He also took a shot at Disney CEO Bob Iger, implying that his comment was directed at him. Musk believes that the advertising boycott will result in the end of X, and the world will know that the advertisers killed the company. He reiterated that the blame should not lie with him, but with the advertisers. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/eamcuFn

In a culmination of an unexpectedly prolonged 18-month process, Broadcom Inc has successfully finalized its acquisition of VMware Inc, with approval granted in China. The acquisition, originally announced by Broadcom in May 2022, marks a strategic move by Broadcom Chief Executive Officer Hock Tan to strengthen the company's presence in hybrid cloud services. These services are tailored to businesses that manage data across both on-premises facilities and external server farms. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/2x7ukea

Amazon unveils Trainium2 chip for training large language models, offering 4x faster training and 2x energy efficiency than previous Trainium chips. The chip can be deployed in Amazon EC2 UltraClusters with up to 100,000 chips. Amazon also launches AWS Graviton4 chip, providing better compute performance, more cores, and memory bandwidth than Graviton3 processors. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/jpVXNqU

OpenAI is not expected to offer Microsoft and other investors seats on its new board. The ousted CEO Sam Altman was reinstated with the promise of a new board. The three initial directors of the new board are expected to be confirmed soon. Microsoft, one of the biggest backers of OpenAI, has invested over $10 billion and its CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the need for governance change. OpenAI, Microsoft, Thrive, and Khosla declined to comment. The Information first reported the news and said OpenAI will have a nine-person board. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/0e1avrd

Bumble and Tinder parent company, Match Group, have suspended advertising on Instagram due to ads appearing next to explicit and child-sexualizing content in Reels. The Wall Street Journal investigation found that major brands, including Match, Bumble, Disney, and Walmart, had their ads displayed alongside risqué footage of children and overtly sexual adult videos. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/AcbCqmN

Google Calendar is losing support for older Android devices. The latest Google Calendar app (v 2023.46.0-581792699-release) features a flag named "UnsupportedOperatingSystem__enabled." This flag prompts users with an unsupported operating system to update to Android Oreo (8.0) or a higher version for continued access. The main reason behind dropping the support from older Android operating systems is most likely due to security concerns. Developers keep dropping support from older operating systems to keep their app more modern, feature-rich, and secure. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/RSz9Dnx

WhatsApp is reintroducing the 'View Once' feature, allowing users to send photos and videos that disappear after being viewed. The feature, previously removed, is now being rolled out to desktop apps, including WhatsApp for Windows and macOS. 'View Once' messages can only be viewed once and cannot be saved, forwarded, or shared. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/4u9epET

Indian mobile industry experiences exponential growth; 99.2% of mobiles sold in India are 'Made in India'; Apple's contract manufacturers in India to develop iPhone 17 in 2024 outside of China; Luxshare's increased iPhone order allocation leads to scale down of production in China. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/AyPausq

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India's PLI scheme for manufacturing IT hardware receives a boost as Sahasra Group, a government-approved beneficiary, secures its first order to manufacture laptops for Thomson. The made-in-India laptops and tablets will be budget-friendly and available both online (Amazon, Flipkart) and offline (Croma, Vijay Sales) from January 2024. Thomson plans to target the entry-level segment with Windows 11-run laptops priced below Rs 19,990. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/jq3mnRY

The government has warned social media firms, including Facebook and YouTube, to remind users not to post deepfakes, obscene content, or misinformation. The warning was conveyed by IT minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar in a closed-door meeting. The government and internet companies met to discuss updating usage terms to comply with 2022 rules. Union IT minister Ashwinin Vaishnaw stated that the government is working on regulations for deepfakes. Chandrasekhar emphasized that platforms must raise awareness of the rules and a Rule Seven officer will be nominated to handle citizen reports of law violations. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/hLza9XS

Apple's cyber security executives are likely to meet CERT-In officials this month regarding the show cause notice issued by the government of India. The notice was issued after several opposition MPs received a warning notification on their iPhones, alleging hacking by the government. Apple has to reply to the notice, and their global cyber security team will come from the US to meet CERT-In. MPs who received the notifications include Mallikarjun Kharge, Shashi Tharoor, Akhilesh Yadav, and Rahul Gandhi's aides. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/STVLimo

Berkshire Hathaway sold its stake in Paytm, receiving Rs 1,371 crore from the transaction. The shares were bought by Ghisallo Master Fund and Copthall Mauritius Investment. SoftBank has also been selling its shares in Paytm through open market transactions. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/tSIHoMK

Black Friday has evolved into an online click-and-carry-to-cart event as well, with major savings on various products. Amazon offers 70% off Kindle, Fire TVs, Blink cams, tablets & clothing. Abercrombie gives 25% off everything with free shipping. Apple has deals on AirPods, Apple Watch & iPads. Adidas offers 40% off running shoes & clothing. AT&T gives a free iPhone 15 Pro with a plan. Bath & Body Works, Beis Travel, Best Buy, Coach, Crocs, Dell, DreamCloud, Dyson, and more also have exciting deals. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/2HPEbjW

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has introduced a ChatGPT-like tool called Feishu Intelligent Buddy for office workers. The tool integrates into the Feishu enterprise collaboration platform and serves as a virtual assistant, handling tasks such as scheduling meetings, note-taking, summarizing documents, and translations. Feishu CEO Xie Xin emphasized the importance of adapting to the era of AI and stated that the chatbot is designed to continuously gain new abilities. Customers can choose from different language models for the assistant, including MiniMax, Zhipu AI, and Baichuan. Anker Innovations Technology is among the Chinese companies already using the Feishu Intelligent Buddy. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/HbVmgN7

Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) is investigating claims of a data breach after personal details of about 1.5 million people may have been compromised at the Tata-owned Taj Hotels group. The breach was reported by a threat actor named 'Dnacookies' who is demanding $5,000 for the full dataset. IHCL has notified the relevant authorities and stated that there is no current security issue or impact on business operations. The breach raises concerns as the Digital Personal Data Protection Act recommends penalties of up to Rs 250 crore for data breaches. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/uEFD9TY

Formula One racing's governing body, FIA, is trialling Computer Vision technology at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to tackle track limits breaches. The technology uses shape analysis to identify genuine breaches where drivers cross the white line at the edge of the track. By using Computer Vision, FIA aims to reduce the workload of its remote operations centre, speed up response time, and send fewer breaches to race control for action. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/yR0buwE

India smartwatch market sees 21% YoY growth in Q3 2023, with domestic manufacturing market share reaching a record high of 82%. Counterpoint Research attributes the growth to high inventory build-up for festive season sales, as well as larger screens and OLED displays in the Rs 2,000-Rs 3,000 price range. Domestic brands like Fire-Boltt, Noise, Boat, Fastrack, and beatXP lead the market, while Apple experienced a decline in shipments by 52%. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/FTK6AR7

OpenAI has announced that Sam Altman, the fired CEO, will be returning as the CEO of the company. This comes after speculation that Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman may join Microsoft to lead a new AI research lab. OpenAI has also appointed a new board of directors. Amidst this, hundreds of OpenAI employees threatened to quit and join Microsoft. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/nTLbS4c

Researchers at cybersecurity firm Blackwing Intelligence have discovered vulnerabilities in Microsoft's Windows Hello fingerprint authentication system. The authentication system can be bypassed on laptops from Dell, Lenovo, and Microsoft itself. Multiple vulnerabilities were found in the top three fingerprint sensors embedded in laptops, which are widely used by businesses for security. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/wgVr1Iz

Amid the turmoil at OpenAI, workers who have quit or threatened to resign are considering joining ousted CEO Sam Altman or other tech giants like Google. Competitors like Salesforce and Microsoft are also looking to poach talent from OpenAI, with Microsoft offering to match the compensation of employees considering leaving. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has offered jobs to OpenAI researchers. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/ACSjVPE

LinkedIn's latest AI job report reveals that global AI conversations on the platform have increased by 70% between December 2022 and September 2023. AI applications and job postings have also seen a global increase of 11% and 5.6% respectively, with India showing significant growth. LinkedIn has introduced AI-based features such as Recruiter 2024 and an AI-powered Premium experience. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/StbpAg7

Several major companies, including Apple, IBM, Sony, and Warner Bros., have temporarily stopped advertising on X (formerly Twitter) after Elon Musk endorsed an antisemitic conspiracy theory. A report by Media Matters also claimed that these companies' ads were appearing next to pro-Nazi posts on the platform. In response, X CEO Linda Yaccarino sent a memo to employees, stating that the data will reveal the truth and emphasising the platform's efforts to combat antisemitism and discrimination. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/5lsxvUo

The OpenAI board fired CEO Sam Altman, leading to chaos and the resignation of more than 500 employees, including CTO Mira Murati. Microsoft has since hired Altman and former co-founder Greg Brockman to lead a new AI research team. The employees wrote a letter demanding the board's resignation, accusing them of jeopardizing the company's work and mission. They threatened to resign and join the Microsoft subsidiary unless the board resigns and appoints new directors. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/qKMt41r

Google Photos provides a simple way to create photo slideshows. To begin, gather your desired photos in your Google Photos library. Then, open Google Photos and select the album or folder containing the photos. Click on the "+" icon and choose either "Movie" or "Animation" from the drop-down menu. Customize your slideshow by adding music, adjusting photo duration, and selecting themes and transitions. Preview your slideshow before saving it. Once saved, you can share the slideshow with others through a shareable link or via email and social media. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/WiHFJXw

Indian edtech company PhysicsWallah has reportedly cut over 100 jobs as part of a cost-restructuring exercise. The company, which offers online and offline courses for engineering entrance exams, confirmed that 70-120 employees have been let go from various departments. Despite the layoffs, PhysicsWallah plans to hire an additional 1,000 employees in the next six months. The Noida-based company became a unicorn in 2022 and saw a significant increase in revenue from operations in the last fiscal year. PhysicsWallah is cautious about audits, regulations, and maintaining its reputation in the market. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/B43CTAs

OpenAI experienced turmoil as its board fired CEO Sam Altman, only to reconsider and discuss reinstating him. Altman's dismissal led to chaos, with resignations from other leaders and rumors of a new venture. Investors expected a mass exodus of talent and supported Altman. Microsoft, which has invested $13 billion in OpenAI, expressed support for the company's new leadership and emphasized their commitment to the partnership. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/VPvqcus

Sam Altman, former CEO of OpenAI, may make a return after major investors pushed the board to reverse its decision to fire him. Altman is also reportedly planning to launch a new venture, with former OpenAI president Greg Brockman expected to join him. Several OpenAI leaders have already resigned, and more talent is expected to leave the company. Altman has previously discussed building a new AI hardware device with Jony Ive and Masayoshi Son, but has not confirmed any specific plans. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/DHOM32y

Finnish health wearable startup Oura has filed a lawsuit against Indian rival Ultrahuman, claiming that the company copied its smart ring device and accessed proprietary information in violation of patents. Oura alleges that Ultrahuman used former employees and investors to develop its competing product. The Finnish startup also accused Ultrahuman of imitating its social media content to promote its own device. Ultrahuman founder and CEO Mohit Kumar responded by stating that his company would win in the wearables market fairly and that Oura itself has faced lawsuits for patent infringement. Oura is seeking damages and demands all profits made by Ultrahuman. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/XaqSd8O

Google Photos offers a solution for preserving old photos by using artificial intelligence to scan and digitize them. Users can upload their old photos from their computer or mobile device, and Google Photos will automatically scan and digitize them. The service also provides editing tools to enhance the quality of the photos. Once the photos are edited and saved, they can be accessed from any device. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/9yAq4Ju

Apple has filed a legal case against decisions made by the European Commission under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The company is joining Facebook Meta and TikTok-owner Bytedance in appealing their "gatekeeper" status. The EU designated six technology giants, including Apple, as gatekeepers under the DMA, requiring them to ensure their apps inter-operate with rivals. The details of Apple's legal challenge have not been disclosed, but it is believed to include the company's objection to the inclusion of its App Store on the gatekeeper list. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/Du4sPWb

Sam Altman, the former CEO of OpenAI, has been replaced by Mira Murati, the company's chief technology officer. Altman's departure was a result of a review process that found him to be lacking in communication and hindering the board's ability to carry out its responsibilities. The board of directors, including independent directors such as Quora CEO Adam D'Angelo, has expressed confidence in Murati's ability to lead the company, citing her experience and understanding of OpenAI's values and operations. While a formal search for a permanent CEO is conducted, Murati will assume the role. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/hXxJ8dv

Google has announced new features for its AI-powered Search Generative Experience (SGE) to enhance the shopping experience. Users can now receive gift recommendations, view photorealistic images of products, and try on clothes virtually. The SGE can provide personalised shopping recommendations based on user inputs, and users can generate AI images of products to refine their search. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/WP9H5mk

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Wikipedia founder, Jimmy Wales, has responded to Elon Musk's recent comments about the platform. Wales stated that he ignores Musk's remarks and referred to the accusation of censorship as "thoughtful editorial judgement." He also expressed concern about the impact of Musk's acquisition of Twitter, saying that many people are leaving the platform due to an influx of trolls and lunatics. Wales has launched Trust Cafe as an alternative to existing social media platforms, focusing on trust and creating a positive online community. The platform will have voluntary membership schemes instead of ads. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/cU4iwLs

UK chip designer Imagination Technologies, which provides graphics processors for iPhones and iPads, is reportedly planning to lay off 20% of its staff. The job cuts are said to be due to a challenging business environment over the past 18 months. Imagination Technologies, owned by private equity firm Canyon Bridge, experienced a significant drop in shares when Apple announced plans to develop its own graphics technology. The layoffs will affect all units within the company. Imagination Technologies recently entered into a multiyear license agreement with Apple, granting the tech giant access to its intellectual property. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/XRVcHiC

Google has presented its main arguments in the landmark antitrust case against the US Justice Department and state attorneys general. The company defended its actions, including paying Apple and other platforms to be the default search engine on devices, as sound business decisions that benefited consumers. Google also argued that its rivals had poor-quality products and that it faced competition from other players such as TikTok and Amazon. The company claimed to have invested more in search than Microsoft and set the pace for tech advancements. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/v0MTALn

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Threads users can now prevent their posts from appearing on Instagram and Facebook using a new option in the app. This feature has started rolling out to users, but it may take some time before it becomes available to everyone. Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has been making changes to Threads in response to user feedback. Additionally, there are indications that Threads may soon be made available to users in the European Union. Users can opt out of post suggestions for Instagram and Facebook by adjusting the privacy settings in the Threads app. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/DG3ydHr

Apple is placing a lot of importance on the upcoming iOS 18 software update for iPhones. The company has halted development for a week to iron out bugs and ensure the update is ambitious and compelling. While specific features are still unclear, iOS 18 is expected to bring significant improvements to performance and security, as well as introduce major new features and designs. Apple is also reportedly working on generative AI features, although details are scarce. The development pause is not expected to significantly delay the release of iOS 18. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/2DkuIVi

Analyst Ming Chi-Kuo has shared details about Apple's 2024 iPad lineup. The upgraded models will feature the M3 processor and OLED displays. Shipments of iPads are expected to reach 52-54 million units in 2024, lower than the previous year, due to declining work-from-home demand and a lack of structural change in user experience. The iPad Air with a 12.9-inch display will be in production in 1Q24, while two new OLED iPad Pros will be produced in late 1Q24-2Q24, featuring improved form factor design and display performance. More affordable models will be produced in 2H24. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/eoKLMGJ

Apple CEO Tim Cook has continued his tradition of sharing Diwali greetings on social media. This year, he shared a photo taken on an iPhone by photographer Chandan Khanna. The photo shows children releasing lanterns into the sky to celebrate the festival of lights. Cook has previously shared photos taken by Indian photographers on iPhones to mark Diwali. In 2022, he shared a photo of lighted Diyas taken by photographer Apeksha Maker. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/IqBXo3L

Apple has commissioned photographer Porus Vimadalal to capture Diwali sweets for its #shotoniPhone campaign. The photographer has captured different Indian mithai in aesthetically pleasing ways, such as stacking barfis to create an art installation. Vimadalal is also hosting a Today at Apple session in Mumbai where participants can learn to capture vibrant images of Diwali mithai using iPhone. Today at Apple sessions are free workshops and events hosted by Apple in their retail stores, providing hands-on learning experiences for customers on various topics related to Apple products and creative skills. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/NSQk1P0

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in India has issued a warning about fraudulent calls claiming that mobile numbers will be disconnected. The DoT does not make such calls and has urged citizens to exercise caution and not provide any personal information. Mobile users are advised to verify the authenticity of such calls with their service providers, stay informed that the DoT does not communicate disconnection warnings via phone calls, and report any suspicious incidents to the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. The DoT is working with law enforcement agencies to address these fraudulent calls. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/UunTajS

The US smartphone market saw a 5% decline in the third quarter of 2023, despite a 21% increase in shipments, driven by Apple's iPhone 15 series. Apple accounted for 34% of all iPhone sales in the US during the quarter. However, analysts note that fewer users are opting for upgrades to the latest models, instead choosing to buy older generations or refurbished devices. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/ZuUfQdt

Hughes Communications India (HCI) will deploy its Managed Dual LTE/4G high-availability solution for cement companies ACC and Ambuja Cement Limited. The solution will improve network reliability and provide backup to the SDWAN network in the manufacturing units. HCI will provide a turnkey solution with setup, installation, and support for all sites. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/cbUXEfy

Vijay Sales has announced its Diwali Sale, offering deals on a wide range of products including smartphones, washing machines, refrigerators, TVs, and more. Some of the highlighted offers include the Oppo A78 at Rs 16,499, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 at Rs 5,799, and the Apple iPad 9th Gen at Rs 27,999. The sale also includes discounts on household appliances, grooming products, gaming devices, and fitness accessories. from Gadgets News – Latest Technology News, Mobile News & Updates https://ift.tt/JMmncT7