Google has recently announced its decision to discontinue unlimited storage for WhatsApp backups on Android devices, aligning it with policies on other platforms. Since 2015, WhatsApp has enabled users to back up their data, including chats, images, and videos, to Google Drive, simplifying the backup process. The Change in Policy Both Google and WhatsApp have...
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Google’s Gboard Gets AI-Powered Features
During the I/O 2023 developer conference, American tech giant Google unveiled several announcements concerning artificial intelligence (AI) integration into its applications. Among these announcements, one significant update is coming to Gboard, a popular app from the company, which is set to receive multiple new features thanks to the integration of generative AI. AI-Powered Features According...
Meta’s Latest Features and Updates
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is continually enhancing its applications with new features, updated privacy settings, and educational tools. These additions aim to improve usability, privacy, and security across the platform. Despite its evolution from the early days of Facebook, the platform remains one of the most widely used global applications. End-to-End Encryption for...
French Regulator Imposes Fine on Apple
France’s data protection regulator has levied a fine of $8.5 million against Apple for failing to obtain users’ prior consent before accessing and using ad identifiers for advertising purposes on their devices. Breach of App Store Ad Targeting Rules The fine was imposed following a complaint regarding the personalized advertising practices within the App Store....
Facebook’s Updated ‘Why am I seeing this ad?’ Tool
Facebook has recently enhanced its “Why am I seeing this ad?” tool to provide users with a clearer insight into how the platform utilizes data and technology to deliver advertisements. Enhancing Transparency The updated tool aims to offer users a better understanding of how machine learning models are employed to tailor ads to their interests,...
The Mahadev App Controversy: An Overview
The Mahadev App, a live betting platform promoted by Ravi Uppal and Sourabh Chandrakar, has stirred controversy, allegedly earning Rs 5,000 crore through illicit means. The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) initiated an investigation after suspicions were raised due to Sourabh Chandrakar’s extravagant Rs 250-crore wedding in the United Arab Emirates. Involvement of Ranbir Kapoor Hindi...
Elon Musk’s X Introduces Audio and Video Calls for Android Users
Elon Musk’s venture, X, is introducing a new feature that allows Android users to make audio and video calls directly from the app. Rolling Out the Feature As per a post by one of the X engineers involved in the project, Android users will gradually gain access to this feature through an app update. “Audio...
Unraveling Dating Nightmares: Navigating the World of Online Dating Safely
In the realm of online dating, while marriages may be portrayed as heavenly unions, nightmarish dates are an inevitable reality for many individuals. From ghosting to encountering the resurgence of past flames, navigating the pitfalls of modern dating can be akin to traversing through a spooky labyrinth. Let’s delve into some of the most chilling...
Introducing Perplexity AI: A New AI Assistant for iPhone
Perplexity AI emerges as a notable addition to the realm of AI assistants, offering iPhone users the ability to pose queries and receive instant responses. Developed by Aravind Srinivas and his team, Perplexity AI employs a conversational search engine to deliver information through a chatbot-style interface, harnessing a large language model akin to OpenAI’s ChatGPT....
Introducing Bluesky: Jack Dorsey’s Decentralized Social Media Platform
Jack Dorsey, the co-founder and former CEO of Twitter, has made a notable return to the social media landscape with Bluesky, his latest venture in the realm of decentralized platforms. Bluesky, an invite-only social network that originated as a decentralized project within Twitter, has recently made its debut on the App Store. To access the...