European politicians on the cusp of requiring USB-C in all smartphones
European Union officials have voted to support a long-planned proposal to require Apple, and all technology firms, to adopt USB-C as a common charger, and add a new requirement for a standard for wireless charging.The European Union has been pressing.....»»
July ends 13-month streak of global heat records as El Nino ebbs, but experts warn against relief
Earth's string of 13 straight months with a new average heat record came to an end this past July as the natural El Niño climate pattern ebbed, the European climate agency Copernicus announced Wednesday......»»
Biotech potential set to soar with the help of digital technology
Microbes and fungi have long been nature's helpers in producing fine food, drinks and medicine, but new digital technologies could unlock far greater potential for the European biotech sector......»»
Breaking down FCC’s proposal to strengthen BGP security
In this Help Net Security interview, Doug Madory, Director of Internet Analysis at Kentik, discusses the FCC’s proposal requiring major U.S. ISPs to implement RPKI Route Origin Validation (ROV), and addresses concerns about the impact on smaller IS.....»»
Apple working with regulators to enable Apple Intelligence in China and the EU
During the announcement of Apple Intelligence at WWDC 2024, Apple said that the technology would be available first for US English and that support for more languages would be added over the next year. However, users in China and the European Union w.....»»
iPhone 17"s front camera may double the resolution to 24MP
The iPhone 17 family of smartphones could gain a 24-megapixel front-facing camera, giving it twice the resolution of the current sensor.The front-facing camera is hidden in the Dynamic IslandMany of Apple's upgrades and rumors revolve around the rear.....»»
Prioritize well-being over growth: New paradigm needed for climate-friendly lifestyles
Ensuring the well-being of citizens while reducing resource consumption has proved to be a massive challenge. Policymakers in the European Union are keen to identify new approaches to provisioning that will safeguard the well-being of citizens withou.....»»
Heat claims 175,000 lives a year in Europe: WHO
Heat kills over 175,000 people a year in Europe, where temperatures are rising quicker than the rest of the globe, the World Health Organization's (WHO) European branch said Thursday......»»
Extreme heat claims 175,000 lives a year in Europe: WHO
Extreme heat kills over 175,000 people a year in Europe, where temperatures are rising quicker than the rest of the globe, the World Health Organization's (WHO) European branch said Thursday......»»
iPhone dominates top 10 smartphones list for Q2 2024
The iPhone is continuing to dominate the list of the top smartphone sales in the second quarter, but the overall position has weakened slightly compared to Q2 2023.The iPhone 15 Pro models were second and third in the listIn the second quarter, Apple.....»»
Get the Samsung Galaxy A35 for $50 LESS!
It's on sale for a lower price than usual. The post Get the Samsung Galaxy A35 for $50 LESS! appeared first on Phandroid. The Samsung Galaxy A35 is currently one of the more affordable smartphones in the North American market, and it packs.....»»
Realme Finally Unveils its 13 Pro Series
Realme's newest midrange smartphones make their debut. The post Realme Finally Unveils its 13 Pro Series appeared first on Phandroid. Realme once again expanded its smartphone lineup with the Realme 13 Pro series, which has recently been l.....»»
Border agents cannot search smartphones without a warrant, rules federal court
A federal court has ruled that US Customs and Border Protection agents cannot search smartphones without a warrant. The ruling didn’t actually help the defendant who brought the case, and only applies to the Eastern District of New York where th.....»»
When copper becomes transparent: European XFEL creates exotic matter
Experiments at European XFEL generate states of matter that are close to what occurs in the interior of planets or in the imploding capsule of an inertial fusion reactor. At the same time, they open up a way to measure ultra-short phenomena......»»
iPhone prices cut in India in new first for Apple, following tax cuts
Apple has cut iPhone prices in India, following a recent decision by the government to reduce import taxes on smartphones. The price cuts include the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, the first time Apple has ever reduced the prices of current pre.....»»
China poised to lead global auto market, S&P Global says
BYD has emerged as a top 10 manufacturer, and evolving retail networks and new factories in Europe offer opportunities for Chinese automakers. Despite European and North American tariffs, they continue to push forward......»»
Lakera raises $20 million to secure GenAI applications
Lakera has raised $20 million in a Series A funding round. Led by European VC Atomico, with participation from Citi Ventures, Dropbox Ventures, and existing investors including redalpine, this investment brings Lakera’s total funding to $30 mil.....»»
2TB smartphones could be coming soon
According to reports, Apple is expected to release a 2TB iPhone in 2026, and we wouldn’t be surprised if other smartphones followed suit. The post 2TB smartphones could be coming soon appeared first on Phandroid. At the moment, the nativ.....»»
Google’s Pixel 9 phones could offer considerably brighter displays
The upcoming Google Pixel 9 smartphones are said to see an upgrade in their displays, where they will be brighter than their predecessors. The post Google’s Pixel 9 phones could offer considerably brighter displays appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Here’s why Samsung is Moving Forward with its Google Messages Switch
There's a catch as well. The post Here’s why Samsung is Moving Forward with its Google Messages Switch appeared first on Phandroid. Samsung’s penchant for giving users duplicate apps on its Galaxy smartphones has long been talk.....»»
AltStore PAL now offering third-party apps to iPhone users in the EU
In April, developer Riley Testut launched an alternative version of AltStore as an App Marketplace for iOS users in the European Union thanks to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) legislation. AltStore PAL was launched solely with apps developed by Testut.....»»