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Apple warns some Indian iPhone users of possible mercenary spyware attack
Apple has alerted iPhone users in India about potential Pegasus-like spyware attacks. These sophisticated attacks are rare and costly, targeting a small number of individuals globally. The government and Apple have not yet responded to the notifications. Previous vulnerabilities in Apple's Safari web browser were flagged by Cert-In.
Apple to ‘pay’ OpenAI for ChatGPT through distribution, not cash
Left unanswered on Monday: which company is paying the other as part of a tight collaboration that has potentially lasting monetary benefits for both. But, according to people briefed on the matter, the partnership isn’t expected to generate meaningful revenue for either party — at least at the outset.
Best Tablets under Rs. 50,000 offering Performance, Value and Versatility (2024)
Discover the best tablets under 50,000, through this carefully curated selection of high-performance devices that combine affordability and advanced features. This guide includes top picks like the Apple iPad (10th Generation), Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and OnePlus Pad, each offering exceptional displays, powerful processors, and ample storage. Whether you need a tablet for work, entertainment, or creative projects, these models provide stunning visuals, smooth multitasking, and long-lasting battery life.
Welcome to the era of the AI smartphone
Apple and Google are set to release major software updates this fall, focusing on reinventing smartphones with artificial intelligence. Apple announced enhancements to iOS 18, including a revamped Siri powered by Apple Intelligence. Google introduced Gemini Nano, an AI assistant for Pixel phones. Both companies are aiming to improve messaging capabilities between iPhones and Androids.
WWDC 2024: From new iOS 18 customisations to ChatGPT integration, here's what Apple has announced
At the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple introduced significant updates across its software lineup, emphasizing new AI capabilities. The highlight was "Apple Intelligence," a suite of AI-driven features enhancing Siri and integrating more deeply into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and visionOS 2.0. These updates include advanced customization options, enhanced app functionalities, and improved user experiences across all Apple devices.
Welcome to the era of the AI smartphone
At its annual software developer conference Monday, Apple showed a host of enhancements coming this fall to iOS 18, its operating system powering iPhones. The new tools include a revamped version of its voice assistant, Siri, that is easier to talk to and an AI system that will generate images, create summaries of web articles and craft responses to text messages and emails.
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Apple WWDC 2024 AI live stream: Where and how to watch the event online?
Apple's WWDC 2024, starting tonight, will focus on software updates rather than new hardware. Key announcements include iOS 18 with AI features like Smart Recap and improved Siri, watchOS 11 with advanced health features, macOS 15 with AI-driven enhancements, and visionOS 2.0 for AR capabilities. The event will also introduce Apple Intelligence, a new AI system, and updates to apps like Settings, Control Centre, Messages, Photos, and Mail.
Apple WWDC 2024: From AI-based Siri upgrades to custom emoji options; what to expect from iOS 18 ?
At the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024, AI is set to take center stage. Apple plans to integrate generative AI across its operating systems, enhancing features in iOS, macOS, and more. Siri will see significant updates, becoming more conversational and capable of controlling app functions. New AI-driven features, such as voice memo transcriptions, automated message replies, and advanced photo editing, will be introduced.
Apple fights €1.8 billion EU antitrust fine for curbs on Spotify
The iPhone maker has filed a suit at the EU’s General Court in Luxembourg to topple the March decision, according to people familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity.
British newspaper groups warn Apple over ad-blocking plans: report
British newspaper groups caution Apple about the 'web eraser' tool, expressing concerns over its impact on journalism's financial sustainability. NMA requests a meeting to address potential implications on editorial integrity.
Google, Apple threatened by same antitrust laws that boosted them
Federal lawyers have even gone as far as to assert Google and Apple may never have created so many popular products or become as powerful as they are now if Microsoft hadn't been reined in a quarter century ago.
Apple's iPadOS subject to tough tech rules, EU says
Apple's iPad operating system is labeled a gatekeeper by EU antitrust regulators under the Digital Markets Act. The ecosystem locks in both business and end users, with Apple given six months for compliance.
iPhone 16 leaks: Apple to integrate automatic text generation, article summarisation? Check details of rumoured AI features
Apple is in discussions with OpenAI to integrate advanced generative AI technology into its upcoming iPhones, signaling a renewed focus on AI-driven features. The upcoming iOS 18 is expected to introduce cutting-edge AI features, leveraging Apple's in-house large language model. Further, Tim Cook's acknowledgment of using OpenAI's ChatGPT underscores Apple's strategic approach to AI integration.
Internet browser Veera says it has crossed 1 million users
Veera, India's browser, achieves 1 million users in a year with tailored content and ad blocking. Founder Arjun Ghose drives continuous innovation and user experience enhancement to revolutionize the internet browsing experience.
Exclusive: Apple warns users of "mercenary spyware" attack; India, 91 other countries impacted
Apple, in its threat notification mail, said it detected that the user was “being targeted by a mercenary spyware attack that is trying to remotely compromise the iPhone” which is associated with a particular Apple ID.
Cert-In flags vulnerabilities in Apple iOS, warns about devices being compromised remotely
Cert-In issued a vulnerability warning on Tuesday saying the flaws in Safari web browser versions before version 17.4.1, iOS and iPadOS versions before version 17.4.1 could allow attackers to “execute arbitrary code” on targeted devices.
CERT-In warns of critical vulnerability in Apple devices; Here's how you can reduce the risk
CERT-In has issued a high-risk warning regarding a critical vulnerability in various Apple products, including iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and Vision Pro headsets. The vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, posing a significant threat to users' security. It is crucial for users to take immediate action by updating their devices and following CERT-In's precautionary measures to mitigate the risk.
Apple, Google, Meta targeted in EU's first Digital Markets Act probes
The law, effective from March 7, requires six gatekeepers - which provide services like search engines, social networks and chat apps used by other businesses - to comply with guidance to ensure a level playing field for their rivals and to give users more choices.
US lawsuit against Apple could make iPhone experience more consumer-friendly
In Europe, consumers have already benefited after a slew of rules and regulations compelled Apple to make a number of user-friendly changes to its popular smartphone, suggesting similar changes could occur in the U.S. if the Justice Department lawsuit is successful.
Apple is in talks to let Google’s Gemini power iPhone generative AI features
The two companies are in active negotiations to let Apple license Gemini, Google’s set of generative AI models, to power some new features coming to the iPhone software this year. Apple also recently held discussions with OpenAI and has considered using its model, according to the people.
Big relief! Apple, Microsoft win exemptions from EU rules
Apple and Microsoft secure exemptions for iMessage and Bing from EU tech regulations. The Digital Markets Act mandates tech giants to allow third-party apps and facilitate user switching. Antitrust experts view the decision positively, while the Coalition for Open Digital Ecosystems disagrees.
Smart surfing: How AI could change the browsing game
Google and Microsoft already have dipped their fingers, toes and several limbs into the AI pie, meaning your browsers are much smarter than they were last year. But it’s not just the biggies who are going all in; lesser-known browsers are also incorporating AI to make everyday surfing a better experience.
Very concerning: Elon Musk on new Apple App Store changes in EU
The world's richest man reacted to Spotify CEO Daniel Ek who posted on X that Apple's DMA announcement is, "at best vague and misleading".
Apple overhauls app store, iPhone features in EU to appease regulators
The revamp will allow customers to download software from outside the App Store for the first time, the company said Thursday. They’ll also be able to use alternative payment systems and more easily choose a new default web browser — addressing two frequent complaints of developers and lawmakers.
How to watch Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ event 2023? Check date, time, and more
This year, Apple has chosen an atypical slot of 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time for their event.
What the US has argued in the Google antitrust trial
Since Sept. 12, the Department of Justice and a group of state attorneys general have questioned more than 30 witnesses as they try to prove that Google broke antitrust laws
Google’s Sundar Pichai decried bad ‘optics’ of search engine deal with Apple
Google’s Sundar Pichai raised concerns years before he became the company’s chief executive officer that its deal with Apple Inc. had bad “optics” because there was no choice of which search engine to use in the company’s web browser.
Apple, Google agreed to ‘defend’ search deal from regulators: Executive
Google first became the default option in the Safari browser in 2002. That deal has been revised several times. Cue said the contract was extended in 2021, after the Justice Department filed its initial case against Google’s search dominance the year before.
CERT-In issues 'high' severity rating for vulnerabilities detected in Apple products
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has put out a "high" severity vulnerability report where it said that multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Apple products which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, escalation of privileges or bypass security restrictions on the targeted system.
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