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WhatsApp will soon do a better job at managing spam calls

In an upcoming update to WhatsApp, it seems that users will soon be able to mute calls from unknown numbers. The post WhatsApp will soon do a better job at managing spam calls first appeared on Phandroid. The problem with spam calls is that.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidMar 6th, 2023

"Stop The Madness" dev calls for boycott of Apple"s Feedback Assistant

After continuous frustration with what seems like a system that was built to fail, Apple developer Jeff Johnson wants developers to band together and get Apple to notice Feedback's failures.Feedback AssistantAnyone who pays attention to the developer.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 6th, 2023

Arctic Ocean soundscapes reveal changes in mammal populations in response to climate change

While the sounds of our oceans may be familiar to us through the lens of nature documentaries, from the haunting calls of whales to the barks of some fish, this acoustic environment can provide a wealth of knowledge to scientists regarding the comple.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2023

Securing data at the intersection of the CISO and CDO

Two groups in particular play a key and critical role in ensuring data governance and security: the CISO and the CDO. CISOs are responsible for identifying and managing risks associated with data security, while CDOs are responsible for ensuring data.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsNov 6th, 2023

Driving the Volvo EX30, a $36K EV that prioritizes sustainability

Volvo says the EX30's carbon footprint is 25 percent smaller than the C40 or XC40. Enlarge / There are growing calls for smaller, cheaper electric vehicles and at least Volvo has been listening. (credit: Volvo) Volvo pro.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsNov 6th, 2023

WhatsApp used to be one of my favorite apps. Now, I can’t stand it

After starting out as a hub of meaningful conversations, WhatsApp has now devolved into a digital billboard filled with spam messages and unnecessary features......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 5th, 2023

Modern medicine"s Middle Ages roots—how the logic of vulture brain remedies and bloodletting lives on today

Nothing calls to mind nonsensical treatments and bizarre religious healing rituals as easily as the notion of Dark Age medicine. "The Saturday Night Live" sketch "Medieval Barber Theodoric of York" says it all with its portrayal of a quack doctor who.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

Biologists are keeping a close eye on a rare Mexican wolf that is wandering out of bounds

Northern New Mexico or bust—that seems to be the case for at least one Mexican gray wolf that is intent on wandering beyond the boundaries set for managing the rarest subspecies of gray wolf if North America......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

WhatsApp’s alternate profile gives users an extra layer of privacy

WhatsApp seems to be testing a new feature that allows users to display an alternate profile to other users. The post WhatsApp’s alternate profile gives users an extra layer of privacy appeared first on Phandroid. Whenever someone adds y.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

Apple CEO Tim Cook calls AI a fundamental technology

Artificial intelligence is the industry buzzword these days, and while Apple is remaining tight-lipped on the subject, CEO Tim Cook promises it's an integral part of its products.AI is already a big part of AppleApple held its quarterly earnings call.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

Canada bans Chinese app WeChat from government devices

It's worried about spying with the app, which is like WhatsApp, Facebook, Amazon and Tinder combined.....»»

Category: hdrSource:  bbcRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

King Charles: Tackle AI risks with urgency and unity

King enters debate on AI as UK holds summit and announces global declaration on managing threats......»»

Category: hdrSource:  bbcRelated NewsNov 3rd, 2023

X Premium users can now make voice and video calls

X has rolled out voice and video calling capabilities, but you’ll have to pay for it. The post X Premium users can now make voice and video calls appeared first on Phandroid. Voice and video calls seem to be a pretty standard feature you.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsOct 27th, 2023

Calls grow in Europe for wealth tax to finance the green transition

Slowly but surely, calls for a wealth tax to finance the green transition are picking up in Europe, with a number of initiatives from different political movements put the issue (back) on the political agenda......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 26th, 2023

X now offers audio and video calls, but it’s easy to turn off

X, formerly Twitter, has added audio and video calls as part of efforts to transform the platform into a multi-purpose super-app......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 26th, 2023

X is now rolling out audio and video calls – and here’s how to turn them off

X (formerly known as Twitter) announced earlier this year its plans to introduce audio and video calls to its users in an ambitious plan to turn the platform into a “super app.” With the latest update to the X app, which is now available on the A.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsOct 26th, 2023

UAW calls off strike against Ford after tentative contract reached with 25% raises

If ratified, the deal would provide roughly 57,000 hourly workers with 25 percent raises over four years and bring an end to a 6-week-old strike......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsOct 26th, 2023

Apple announces Concerts feature in Shazam for discovering local live shows

Apple is updating Shazam with a new feature it calls Concerts. The new section in the app will push personalized event recommendations for nearby performances based on Shazam history. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 25th, 2023

Automattic buys ‘Texts’ inbox app for iMessage, Slack, WhatsApp, X, and more

Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, has acquired the all-in-one messaging app Texts. The app is capable of combining services including iMessage, WhatsApp, Slack DMs, and much more into a single interface. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsOct 25th, 2023

FCC robocall enforcement does little to stop illegal calls, Senate hears

"Fines go uncollected, and the company dissolves and moves assets elsewhere." Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | d3sign) The Federal Communications Commission's attempts to stop robocalls have failed to make a big dent in t.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 24th, 2023

Cisco"s Webex brings meetings to Apple TV, Apple Watch

Webex has introduced two new integrations with Apple products, including an app for joining calls via an Apple Watch and another for the Apple TV.Webex for Apple WatchWebex users who own an Apple Watch will be able to use the Cisco service from their.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsOct 24th, 2023