TECHNOLOGY
Google's Waze app adds new feature that warns about dangerous roads
When using this new beta version of Waze, nearby high-risk roads are coloured red on the map, however, this may not be the case for roads that the user frequently travels on, reports The Verge, citing sources. The feature also only displays one pop-up notification about the dangerous roads around the driver, possibly to keep caution from becoming anxious. While the feature is still in beta, it is expected to be made available to the general public soon, the report added. In June, the tech giant rolled out a new feature for Google Maps that will now show the air quality layer in the US on both Android and iOS users.
TSMC 3nm chip to make iPhone 15 more power efficient
The benefit of 3nm processors over the present 4nm and 5nm ones is that they can provide better performance while unquestionably consuming less power, reports AppleInsider. TSMC held a ceremony on Thursday to mark the official start of production where company chairman, Mark Liu, claimed that the new 3nm processors were 35 per cent more power efficient and have an undefined increase in speed.
Samsung unveils new laptop with Snapdragon Gen 3 chipset
According to GSMArena, the new model was announced in South Korea and will be released on January 16, 2023. Earlier this year, the 8cx Gen 3 chipset was launched for Windows-on-ARM devices bringing major performance improvements. In comparison to Gen 2, it offers more than 85 per cent better multi-core CPU performance, and more than 60 per cent better GPU performance, according to the report.
Microsoft reveals its best Xbox games of 2022
Starting with the racing game of the year, the latest edition of the "Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels" has been specially enhanced for Xbox Series X/S. With photorealistic graphics, authentic sounds, a life-like environment, and immense detailing, it sets the tone for next-gen gaming. The next in the line is "Sea of Thieves", which lets gamers sail the open seas as a pirate with fellow shipmates, looting islands, tackling a gigantic Kraken, and sinking other ships. "Grounded", which tells the story of a shrunken teenager trying to return to normal size while navigating Grounded's reactive world, is one of the best survival games of the year, the company mentioned
Indian government sector top target for hackers in 2022
The attacks on the Indian government intensified to the point where it became the country that was most frequently targeted in this sector in 2022. This expansion is the result of the hacktivist group Dragon Force Malaysia's #OpIndia and #OpsPatuk campaigns, according to cyber-security firm CloudSEK. Numerous hacktivist groups joined and supported these campaigns, which laid the path for subsequent ones. However, this increase has other causes besides the growing hacktivism. Government agencies in India have become popular targets for extensive phishing campaigns," the CloudSEK report mentioned.
Apple may launch 11.1, 13-inch OLED iPad Pro models in 2024
With larger 11.1-inch and 13-inch screen sizes planned for the OLED iPad Pro models, devices might come with slimmed-down bezels. Apple currently sells two iPad Pro models, 12.9-inch mini-LED iPad Pro and an 11-inch iPad Pro with a traditional LCD display, as mini-LED has continued to be reserved for the higher-end iPad Pro model. In July, Young had mentioned that the tech giant will launch new OLED iPad Pro models in 2024, the report said.
Spotify launches 'New Year's Hub'
In a blogpost on Thursday, Spotify said that starting January 1, 2023, users will find content to help them set their resolutions on the application's home page. "Whether you want a low-key night or a heart-pounding dancefest, we have you set with featured playlists to match the vibe you're channelling," it said. Some 82,000 New Year's Eve playlists were created between December 25, 2021 and January 31, 2022,
Samsung to unveil new refrigerator with larger screen at CES 2023
The new Family Hub has been enhanced to allow users to enjoy the "Samsung TV Plus" service, which allows users to watch approximately 190 US TV channels and approximately 80 Korean TV channels for free in "PIP (Picture in Picture) mode", according to the company.
Apple may re-evaluate iPhone 15 lineup
The tech giant is worried about the sales performance of the iPhone 14 Plus, the 6.7-inch non-Pro variant of the iPhone 14 lineup. As a result, it is thinking of ways to re-strategise its iPhone lineup for next year, reports MacRumors. There are two expected strategies which the iPhone maker might be considering.
Amazon working on standalone app for sports content
The move demonstrates the company's continued commitment to invest in Prime Video and live sports content, reports TechCrunch. If released, the standalone application would better showcase Amazon's sports content, which is currently available on the company's main Prime Video platform. Recently, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy had called live sports "a unique asset" that the company will continue to invest in.
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