WhatsApp Gets EU Ultimatum After New Terms Spark Backlash
Meta Platforms' WhatsApp was given a month to answer European Union concerns over new terms and services that sparked outrage among consumers and privacy campaigners. From a report: WhatsApp must provide "concrete commitments" to address EU concerns.....»»
WhatsApp voice messages are about to handy transcription tool
It looks like WhatsApp is testing out a new feature that will allow users to create transcripts for voice messages. The post WhatsApp voice messages are about to get a handy transcription tool appeared first on Phandroid. WhatsApp, like ma.....»»
How AI helps decode cybercriminal strategies
With terms like “AI washing” making their way into mainstream business consciousness, the hype surrounding AI is making it harder to differentiate between the true applications and empty promises of the technology. The quest for tangible business.....»»
Researchers synchronize Napoleonic maps with modern ones
Hungary is a main provider in the publication of synchronized, or in other terms, georeferenced maps of the Napoleonic era. As a result of new research, Hungarian and German researchers have synchronized maps produced during the Napoleonic wars about.....»»
WhatsApp rolls out feature to give users more context on unknown group chats
Being added to an unknown chat group is certainly unpleasant, and Meta wants its users to know more about these groups. The company announced this week an update for WhatsApp that introduces a feature to help users and give them more context about un.....»»
Marijuana’s New Legal Status Must Spark More Research
While most Americans enjoy access to marijuana, barriers to research and knowledge expansion persist—with dangerous consequences. Unlimited research access is needed.....»»
Looking for an "outside the box" hire? You might rule-bending narcissist
Employers and recruiting firms aiming for high-performing self-starters frequently sprinkle job postings with terms like "ambitious," "thinks outside the box," "communicates persuasively" and "thinks strategically.".....»»
Study shows entrepreneurs should tweak their pitches based on how innovative their idea is
In a study examining styles of pitching ideas to audiences, researchers found that pitches promoting radical ideas are better received when framed in concrete and explanatory "how" terms, while progressive ideas do better with abstract "why" style of.....»»
Samsung Galaxy AI could soon offer real-time translations in WhatsApp
Samsung has promised to give other apps access to its Galaxy AI, and WhatsApp could soon benefit......»»
Here’s why OLED isn’t always the right laptop choice
OLED offers brilliant colors and inky blacks, and it's great for laptop displays. But it comes at a cost in terms of money and battery life. Is it worth it?.....»»
Compact cities found to have lower carbon emissions but poorer air quality, less green space and higher mortality rates
What types of cities exist in Europe and which are more favorable in terms of human health, environmental quality and carbon footprint? To answer these questions, a study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) has analyzed 919 Eu.....»»
WhatsApp is about to get some AI image generation tools
It seems that WhatsApp could be getting some AI image generation tools called “Imagine me” according to a recent report. The post WhatsApp is about to get some AI image generation tools appeared first on Phandroid. WhatsApp’s parent.....»»
The iPhone 16 might be a bigger upgrade than we thought
The iPhone 16 series may have some big changes in terms of processor across the entire lineup. Here's what Apple might be up to......»»
How to send WhatsApp photos in HD quality
If you’re tired of your WhatsApp photos looking grainy and low-quality, then here’s what you need to know to send your photos in HD! The post How to send WhatsApp photos in HD quality appeared first on Phandroid. WhatsApp, like many ot.....»»
Controlling ion transport for a blue energy future: Research highlights the potential of nanopore membranes
Blue energy has the potential to provide a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. In simple terms, it involves harnessing the energy produced when the ions in a salt solution move from high to low concentrations......»»
ShotSpotter improves detection and response to gunfire, but doesn"t reduce crime, research finds
ShotSpotter gunfire detection technology has delivered as promised in terms of enabling police to quickly detect and respond to gunshots in two American cities, research from Northeastern University finds......»»
Ford poised to lift restrictions on which dealers can sell EVs
Ford, after 11 meetings with dealers around the U.S., plans to undo a key element of the EV certification it launched in 2022, prompting backlash and lawsuits......»»
Alienware m16 R2 review: threading the needle
The Alienware m16 R2 is a complete redesign of the line, and attempts to thread the needle in terms of value......»»
Apple’s supply chain could include ‘blood minerals’ from eastern Congo
International lawyers representing the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo have said that Apple’s supply chain could include “conflict minerals” or “blood minerals.” The terms are used to refer to minerals sourced from conflic.....»»
Chamber pots, shared toilets and DIY plumbing: China"s toilet revolution exposes social inequalities
Urbanization in China tends to be depicted in terms of towering skyscrapers and multilane highways—the city reaching upwards and outwards. Not much thought is given to the vast, but less eye-catching, urban infrastructure that shapes and is shaped.....»»
F&I provider APCO buys vehicle protection coatings company Crystal Fusion
Finance and insurance product provider APCO Holdings, which owns the GWC Warranty and EasyCare brands, this month announced it had bought vehicle interior, exterior and windshield protection company Crystal Fusion Technologies. Terms of the deal were.....»»