EU launches mass DMA violation probes against Apple, Google, and Meta
Using its new powers under the Digital Markets Act, the European Union has announced sweeping probes into US Big Tech, including multiple investigations of Apple.As of early March 2024, Apple has enabled the creation of third-party rivals to its own.....»»
Zenless Zone Zero launches this July, and it’s not just coming to mobile
Mihoyo just got a surprise release date. The upcoming action RPG will launch on July 4 for PlayStation 5, PC, Android and iOS. Revealed at , Zenless Zone Zero is the latest game from Genshin Impact and studio Mihoyo. Like its previous titles, it̵.....»»
I saw the future of video calling, and it blew me away
During Google I/O 2024, I had an opportunity to try Project Starline — Google's futuristic take on video calling. Simply put, it blew me away......»»
The Google Pixel 9 could be in trouble
A recent survey shows that Google phones are struggling to retain customer loyalty and market share in the U.S. market. Here's what's happening......»»
New metasurface-based edge detecting filter for remote sensing could transform crop monitoring
New work by researchers from the ARC Center of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems (TMOS) and City University of New York (CUNY) published May 27 in Nature Communications realizes a new, tunable edge-detecting filter for flat-optic ima.....»»
Apple versus donut: How the shape of a tokamak impacts the limits of the edge of the plasma
Harnessing energy from plasma requires a precise understanding of its behavior during fusion to keep it hot, dense and stable. A new theoretical model about a plasma's edge, which can become unstable and bulge, brings the prospect of commercial fusio.....»»
Chromebooks get new AI features and Gemini Advanced for free
Google has announced new AI features for its Chromebook Plus laptops, including a free subscription to Gemini Advanced......»»
You’ll soon be able to control your Chromebook with just your face
Google's Project Gameface got an update that lets you control your Chromebook only with your face and gestures......»»
Apple Hearing Study shares initial findings on tinnitus; company shares tips
University of Michigan researchers have today shared some initial findings from the Apple Hearing Study launched back in 2019 – one of the largest studies of tinnitus ever carried out. The data will help us gain a better understanding of the cau.....»»
OLED MacBook Pro ‘highly likely’ to launch in 2026 – Omdia
Tech analyst Omdia has said that Apple is “highly likely” to launch its first OLED MacBook Pro models in 2026. It was previously reported that Samsung is set to be the exclusive supplier of an OLED screen for a 13-inch MacBook Air, with a more.....»»
Acer unveils new AI-powered Chromebook Plus laptops
Acer has announced a couple of new Chromebook Plus laptops that feature updated specs and support for Gemini AI. The post Acer unveils new AI-powered Chromebook Plus laptops appeared first on Phandroid. When Google first launched their Chr.....»»
Google is bringing Gemini AI to Chromebook Plus computers
Google has announced that they will be bringing a host of its Gemini AI tools to Chromebooks under the Chromebook Plus lineup. The post Google is bringing Gemini AI to Chromebook Plus computers appeared first on Phandroid. Last year, Googl.....»»
Apple Hearing Study rings the alarm on tinnitus
The Apple's Hearing Study's latest release details how people suffer from tinnitus, and that most people encounter the ringing in the ears at some point.Apple Hearing StudyThe Apple Hearing Study has regularly released findings from its research, con.....»»
Apple @ Work Podcast: MSPs are leaning into Apple
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & p.....»»
iPhone discounts led to a 52% rebound in Chinese sales
Falling sales led Apple to offer significant official iPhone discounts in China, and a new report today suggests that this tactic is paying off. Official government data indicates that Apple successfully turned around its declining sales in the co.....»»
Apple not yet satisfied with iPhone 16 Pro Max screens, as rest enter production
Apple has reportedly given the green light to its three OLED panel suppliers to begin mass production of three of the four iPhone 16 displays. However, the Cupertino company is seemingly not yet satisfied with test production of displays for the i.....»»
Google might have a smartphone loyalty problem
According to a recent survey, it seems that Google isn’t doing so well when it comes to smartphone loyalty amongst its customers. The post Google might have a smartphone loyalty problem appeared first on Phandroid. When we buy a product,.....»»
How to stop Meta from using your data for AI training
Meta had previously announced that they will use user data to help with training its AI, and here’s how to opt out of it. The post How to stop Meta from using your data for AI training appeared first on Phandroid. AI, like humans, are on.....»»
Best Pixel 8a screen protectors to buy in 2024
Use these best screen protectors to keep your Pixel 8a display protected. The post Best Pixel 8a screen protectors to buy in 2024 appeared first on Phandroid. Google debuted newest affordable Pixel smartphone Pixel 8a earlier this month. I.....»»
Apple saw a huge year-over-year iPhone sales recovery in China in April
China's main market research company is out with its latest data, and as the iPhone 16 creeps closer, the iPhone 15 is continuing its recovery in the country.iPhone doing well in China despite shrinking marketThe China Academy of Information and Comm.....»»
Microsoft"s Copilot PC and the M3 Mac killer myth
Microsoft debuted what it thinks is a MacBook Air killer, but just like every other time it tried to kill Apple in the market this century, it's going to fail, badly. Here's why.Microsoft's Copilot+ PC initiative promotes AIAccording to proponents of.....»»