Apple has released its latest iOS 17.4 beta, which includes a significant upgrade for Apple Cash users. This new feature allows users to generate a virtual card number, providing a solution for making payments in places where Apple Pay is not accepted. Virtual Card Numbers for Non-Apple Pay Locations The beta version of iOS 17.4 introduces […]
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The latest update from Google, Android 14 QPR 3 Beta 1, brings more than just the useful “Circle to Search” feature to Pixel phones. Within this update, there’s a hidden surprise—an Easter egg hinting at the Android 15. Hidden Easter Egg As reported by 9to5Google, keen-eyed observers noticed a subtle change in the Android 14 logo—it
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It’s been a while since Lenovo has innovated in the ‘software’ side of things. The Hong-Kong-based company is stepping up its game in the tech world by working on a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) operating system that might just give Windows 11 a run for its money. At the CES 2024 event, Lenovo’s big shot, Liu
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Since its launch, Google Play Protect has been scanning installed apps for malware, however this still does not guarantee that customers’ banking apps are 100% safe. Hackers merely need to gain access to the one-time password (OTP) that users received through SMS, enter the right verification code, and they can easily access the victim’s bank account.
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WhatsApp, the widely-used messaging application owned by Meta, is working on a new security feature to further strengthen user privacy. The new feature will synchronize chat locks across all devices connected to your account. Improved User Privacy In simpler terms, if you decide to lock a conversation on your smartphone, that lock will also be applied
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Apple typically favors gradual design evolutions for iOS, the operating system behind iPhones. The most recent major overhaul occurred with iOS 16’s customizable Lock Screen. Rumors of a Visual Refresh for iOS 18 However, an unconfirmed rumor suggests that iOS 18 might introduce a more substantial visual refresh, taking cues from visionOS, the operating system powering
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Social media users are about to gain more control over their feeds on Instagram and Threads, thanks to Meta’s latest update. Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, shared that the intention behind these changes is to honor each user’s preference regarding political content. While some might seek it out, others prefer to steer clear, and Meta’s
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WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is preparing to offer cross-platform messaging. This means WhatsApp users will soon be able to communicate directly with those on apps like Telegram or Signal. WhatsApp’s Integration Efforts For the past two years, WhatsApp has been developing a technical solution for this integration while ensuring its strict end-to-end encryption standards remain in
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Tech giants Meta and ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, are pushing back against a new financial requirement imposed by the European Union (EU) through the Digital Services Act (DSA). The DSA mandates that major online platforms, including Meta and ByteDance, contribute to the costs of their own regulation. However, the companies are contesting the EU's
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Disney is set to crack down on password-sharing for its streaming services, Disney Plus and Hulu, starting this summer. The announcement came during an earnings call where Disney’s chief financial officer, Hugh Johnston, revealed plans to offer separate subscriptions for accounts suspected of improper sharing. Additionally, Disney will introduce an option for account holders to add
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