Your WhatsApp Account Can Be Suspended By Anyone Who Has Your Phone Number
An anonymous reader writes: If you're a frequent user of WhatsApp, you may want to keep an eye on a disturbing hole discovered in its security this weekend. It's possible for an attacker to completely suspend your WhatsApp account, without any recour.....»»
Venomous snakes could start migrating in large numbers if we hit 5ºC warming, predict scientists
A global group of scientists has predicted that climate change may cause dramatic movements in venomous snake populations across many countries in Africa. The scientists took into account climate change predictions about changes to the current habita.....»»
Your Google Pixel 8 is getting this cool missing feature after all
Google's Gemini Nano AI is coming to the Pixel 8 after all, despite Google saying the phone wasn't able to run it. Here's all the good news......»»
Veterinary surgeon: Spare flat-faced pets the respiratory distress
The demand for bulldogs and other flat-faced pets is at an all-time high. According to the American Kennel Club, from 2006-2016, the number of registered bulldogs and French bulldogs in the U.S. increased by 60% and 476%, respectively. In 2023, the F.....»»
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has the best smartphone camera I’ve ever used
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has one of the very best cameras I've ever used, but does the rest of the phone stack up to it? We find out in our review......»»
Google’s Pixel 9 might have three models, adding a small “Pro” phone
A 6.8-inch "Pixel 9 Pro XL," 6.1-inch "Pixel 9 Pro," and a "Pixel 9" at 6.0 inches. Enlarge / OnLeak's renders of the Pixel 9 Pro XL, the Pixel 9 Pro, and the Pixel 9. (credit: OnLeaks / 91Mobiles / MySmartPrice) When re.....»»
Apple Releases New Version of iOS 17.4.1
Apple’s released new versions of iOS 17.4.1 for iPhone and iPadOS 17.4.1 for iPad and the new builds are available to download right now. The revised versions of iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 come with build number 21E237. The previous versions.....»»
Apple releases incredibly minor iOS & iPadOS updates
Oddities in Apple's software updates are continuing, as now it has quietly shipped an iOS and iPadOS revision whose version number and a lack of an "over the air" update path suggests has only the most minor release.iPadOS on an iPadThere was already.....»»
It Looks Like Google’s Been Testing “AI Overviews” in its Search Results
A number of Google search users in the United states have been getting results with the "AI overview" feature. The post It Looks Like Google’s Been Testing “AI Overviews” in its Search Results appeared first on Phandroid......»»
This $200 Android phone looks like a good deal, but it’s not
At just $200, the Moto G 5G (2024) is one of the cheapest new smartphones available today. But is it one you should spend your money on? I used it to find out......»»
Why are women cited less frequently than men?
Citation counts count. The number of citations is commonly perceived as indicative of a researcher's productivity and academic impact. It weighs heavily in considerations for hiring, promotion, funding allocation, and salary increases within academic.....»»
Apple pursuing ways to launch TV+ and more in China, report says
Over the weekend, Tim Cook confirmed that Apple Vision Pro will launch in China later this year. The Information now reports that Apple has reached a key deal with Tencent to make a number of China’s most popular apps available on Vision Pro. Th.....»»
Xiaomi, OnePlus and Oppo Gallery Apps can now Fully Integrate Google Photos Libraries
Users can access even a wider range of photo-editing options on their phone's gallery app for use with their Google Photos library. The post Xiaomi, OnePlus and Oppo Gallery Apps can now Fully Integrate Google Photos Libraries appeared first on Phand.....»»
macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 released to fix the stuff that the 14.4 update broke
The 14.4 release introduced a number of problems the new update claims to fix. Enlarge / An M3 MacBook Air running macOS Sonoma. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Apple has just released version 14.4.1 for macOS Sonoma, a sma.....»»
Species diversity found to be directly correlated with productivity in eastern US forests
When scientists and policymakers make tough calls on which areas to prioritize for conservation, biodiversity is often their top consideration. Environments with more diversity support a greater number of species and provide more ecosystem services,.....»»
NFC security flaw lets any Android phone unlock hotel room doors
A new security report claims a security flaw allows an Android phone with NFC capabilities to open the door to over a million hotel rooms. The post NFC security flaw lets any Android phone unlock hotel room doors appeared first on Phandroid......»»
WhatsApp is about to get smarter with Meta AI
It looks like WhatsApp is building AI support into the app, where users will be able to ask Meta AI questions directly in the app itself. The post WhatsApp is about to get smarter with Meta AI appeared first on Phandroid. Many companies ar.....»»
New data confirms swift parrot population fears
A new evaluation from The Australian National University (ANU) of the number of swift parrots left in the wild has confirmed their population size is likely only a few hundred and declining rapidly......»»
Scams are becoming more convincing and costly
Scams directly targeting consumers continue to increase in both complexity and volume, according to Visa. Consumers are increasingly targeted by scammers, who rely on heightened emotions to create fraud opportunities. While the number of individual s.....»»
New ‘Presto’ system coming to Apple Stores next month for wireless in-box iPhone software updates
Apple is about to roll out a big change to its retail stores in the United States: “Presto within Apple.” This system will let Apple Store employees wirelessly update iPhone software while the phone is still in the box, using a pad-like device. H.....»»
Thunder vs Bucks live stream: Can you watch for free?
Looking to watch a live stream of today's Thunder vs Bucks game? We have a number of ways you can do so for free, whether you're in or out of market......»»