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Government to issue guidelines to curb proxy brand promotions by social media influencers
According to sources privy to developments, the Consumer Affairs Ministry is coming up with guidelines on social media influencers on December 24, under which they would have to disclose to their followers by putting up disclaimers if they indulge in promotion of any particular product or brand and have been paid for doing so, through their videos or posts on any such platforms.
Tesla launches its own AirPower-like wireless charger
The concept of Tesla's charging mat is similar to Apple's AirPower in that the three devices can be placed anywhere on it and receive up to 15 watts of power each, reports MacRumors. According to Tesla, the angular design of the charging mat was inspired by the Cybertruck, and it features an aluminium housing, Alcantara surface, and a detachable magnetic stand that can be used for flat or angle charging.
Google moves NCLAT against CCI's Rs 1,338 cr fine over abusing Android market
In a statement to IANS, Google said it has decided to appeal the CCI's decision on Android as "we believe it presents a major setback for our Indian users and businesses who trust Android's security features, and potentially raising the cost of mobile devices"."Android has greatly benefitted Indian users, developers, and OEMs, and powered India's digital transformation.
Samsung Galaxy S23 series' signature colours leaked
Signature colours are the colours in which the company highlights the smartphones in its marketing and promotional material, reports SamMobile.
Twitter Blue users can post longer videos up to 60 mins
Twitter updated its Blue Page in which it shared the information, also it shared that all videos must comply with the company's rules.Earlier, Twitter Blue subscribers were able to upload 10-minute-long videos on the platform at 1080p resolution with a file size limit of 512MB.However, the company mentioned that iOS and Android users can upload videos up to 10 minutes long, just like it was before.
YouTube inks $2 bn annual deal for NFL 'Sunday Ticket'
The deal will run for seven years, reports CNBC, citing sources. Sunday Ticket will be available in two ways starting in 2023-24 -- as an add-on package on YouTube TV and as an a la carte option on YouTube Primetime Channels, where users can subscribe to specific streaming services and channels and watch movies as well
Netflix not showing its new ad-free plan to some users
Netflix launched the "Basic with Ads" plan on November 3 at $6.99 per month, compared to between $9.99 and $19.99 per month for an ad-free subscription.According to 9to5Mac, among the four ad-free plan options, the new ad-free plan is hidden in a really tiny link on the Netflix subscription page, which means Netflix hasn't discontinued the new ad-free plan service.
Apple adds updated 'Shortcuts' app for books, wallpapers
Shortcuts allow users to create basic automation on the iPhone, iPad and Mac, reports AppleInsider. With iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2 and macOS 13.1, the company has also added a series of new Shortcuts actions to enhance some existing actions, and made "reliability improvements to the Shortcuts editor and library."
Apple temporarily pulls option to upgrade to new HomeKit architecture
The ability to upgrade to a new Home app architecture is one of the key features in iOS 16.2 and macOS Ventura 13.1, with the tech giant claiming that the upgrade offers "improved performance and reliability."Issues reported by users include HomeKit devices stuck showing "updating" or "configuring" status, devices going missing entirely, invitations to share the Home with other users failing, HomeKit Secure video recording not working, and much more, the report said
Android 13 brings Pixel's Personal Safety app to more phones
Currently, on the Google Pixel phones, the Personal Safety application includes several features designed to make sure that users are ready for any type of disaster strike, reports 9To5Google. Users can add or edit critical medical information, assign emergency contacts and get alerts for nearby crises.
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