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Reddit's new Transparency Center to serve as hub for its safety, security info
Reddit said the company's goal is that "the Transparency Center will make it easier for users -- as well as other interested parties, like policymakers and the media -- to find information about how we moderate content, deal with complex things like legal requests and keep our platform safe for all kinds of people and interests.
Twitter working on Community Notes for media
The information came from app researcher Nima Owji who tweeted on Wednesday: "#Twitter is working on Community Notes for media in the tweets! When you write a note about an image, it appears on all the tweets containing that image." "@lucasnantonio, I'd like to see something like this for hashtags and links.
Netflix rolls out ad-supported plan for Apple TV users
The service was announced in October of last year, but there were some devices that were not supported, including the Apple TV. The cheaper tier is now available in the Netflix tvOS app starting this week, reports TechCrunch. Prior to this update, Apple TV users were not able to access Netflix's ads tier and were offered either.
Google starts testing generative AI features in Gmail, Docs
The current trusted test programme includes consumer, enterprise and education users (over 18 years) in the US, reports 9To5Google. This "small group" is invited by the tech giant to join and they must sign up and opt-in. The testers can also leave the programme at any time.
Twitter 'Verification for Organisations' now available globally
The platform tweeted from its 'Twitter Verified' account: "Starting today, Verified Organisations are available globally. We are now sending email invitations to approved organisations from the waitlist." According to the company, Verified Organisations is a new way for organisations and their affiliates to differentiate themselves on the micro-blogging platform.
Amazon sues sellers for submitting fake takedown requests against competitors
Amazon's Counterfeit Crimes Unit (CCU) filed lawsuits against multiple groups that submitted thousands of false copyright infringement claims against Amazon's selling partners in an effort to have those sellers and their products removed from the Amazon store. "We know how important it is to our selling partners to have a consistent Amazon store experience, and we will be unrelenting in our pursuit of bad actors that attempt to undermine that experience," said Kebharu Smith, director of Amazon's Counterfeit Crimes Unit.
Apple MR Headset mass production delayed again, may not appear at WWDC23
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo on Thursday shared the information on Twitter, saying: "Because Apple isn't very optimistic about the AR/MR headset announcement recreating the astounding 'iPhone moment', the mass production schedule for assembly has been pushed back by another 1-2 months to mid-to-late 3Q23.
Global foldable phones market to hit 48 mn units at worth $42 bn
In 2023, the global shipments of foldable phones, including flip and fold form factors, are expected to reach 21.4 million units, representing an increase of more than 50 per cent over the 14.2 million units shipped in 2022, according to International Data Corporation (IDC). A 10 per cent decline in ASP helped the market.
Apple camera lens suppliers facing twin risks: Analyst
"Apple camera lens suppliers face two risks: High inventory levels leading to a weaker-than-expected 2Q23 and suppliers being unable to profit from periscope camera lenses," Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo tweeted on Thursday. Since early 2020, when Kuo had first mentioned the possibility , rumours about the iPhone.
Spotify testing card-style layout user profiles
According to TechCrunch, the changes were first spotted by American blogger Chris Messina, who shared screenshots of the tests on Twitter, mentioning the extra cards on profiles, as well as how the new layout directed users to press a button to "discover more features". The company, however, did not commit.
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